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“Their insulin sensitivity and levels of hormones involved in glucose metabolism increased, as well. Catechins are polyphenolic compounds found in tea, cocoa, and berries. Evidence suggests that catechins ameliorate symptoms associated with diabetes.”

“Flavonoids are bioactive compounds present in a variety of fruits and vegetables. A growing body of evidence suggests that flavonoids, especially those in blueberries, cocoa, and orange juice, can have beneficial effects on brain health and cognitive function.”

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“Researchers investigated the effects of multivitamin/mineral supplementation on cognitive function in a subset of participants enrolled in the COSMOS study, a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial involving more than 21,000 older adults (60 years or older) in the U.S. Participants in COSMOS were randomly assigned to receive one of three interventions…”

“Participants consumed either the normal menu prepared by their facility for eight weeks or a menu that included three servings of polyphenol-rich fruits, teas, and cocoa for eight weeks and then switched to the opposite diet.”

“They also noted that metabolites from cocoa and green tea polyphenols were associated with having higher levels of butyrate (a short-chain fatty acid that benefits gut health) and lower levels of zonulin.”

“In a small acute crossover experiment, healthy men consumed a standardized cocoa flavan-3-ol extract as a capsule, in a smoothie made with 177 grams of ripe frozen banana, or in a mixed-berry smoothie.”

Dr. Rhonda Patrick answers audience questions on various health, nutrition, and science topics in this Q&A session.

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“But sometimes, the compounds can work against each other, limiting their absorption and diminishing their healthful effects. In this Aliquot, I address concerns about possible conflicts between matrix components in bananas and dairy products that might diminish the healthful effects of polyphenols.”