Quercetin is a flavonoid, a naturally occurring pigment found in many plants and foods like onions, green tea, apples, red leaf lettuce and berries. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects that help reduce swelling, regulate blood sugar and lower the risk of heart disease. Modern Discontent, an independent publisher of scientific papers on the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19), posted a review of … Continue reading Quercetin: A flavonoid that fights COVID like hydroxychloroquine
Discovering the anti-obesity potential of quercetin
Studies have come out in support of how quercetin, a bioactive flavonoid, can protect the body against certain obesity-related health issues in several ways. With around two out of three adults and one out six children and adolescents in America being considered obese, it may be time to look further into other compounds and nutrients that have … Continue reading Discovering the anti-obesity potential of quercetin
Quercetin found to offer natural protection against influenza virus
With the flu season upon us, health authorities are urging Americans to receive their annual flu shot – a vaccine that is loaded with neurotoxins and very possibly completely ineffective. Not surprisingly, many are saying ‘thanks, but no thanks’ to the shot, choosing to rely instead on a healthy lifestyle and natural immune-boosters to avoid the flu.Now, it looks like … Continue reading Quercetin found to offer natural protection against influenza virus
A great reason to consume quercetin? It blocks the flu virus from entering cells
Winter is fast approaching, and it’s not just the cold that you have to worry about, but the flu as well. This disease, which is caused by the influenza virus, is very hard to avoid since it is easily be passed on from person to person. Health authorities encourage people to receive their annual flu vaccines to … Continue reading A great reason to consume quercetin? It blocks the flu virus from entering cells
The effects of quercetin on intestinal and vascular smooth muscle
In this study, researchers from the University of Alberta in Canada investigated quercetin and its effect on gallbladder smooth muscle, in particular, if it could relax gallbladder smooth muscles. The results of their study were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Quercetin is a phytoestrogen and a flavonoid that can relax intestinal and vascular smooth muscle. The researchers used … Continue reading The effects of quercetin on intestinal and vascular smooth muscle
Here’s a laundry list of the disease-fighting effects of anthocyanins
It is often recommended to include greens in a person’s diet but people tend to forget about the red-orange and purple-blue fruits and vegetables. These foods are just as important since they are rich in anthocyanins that exhibit multiple health benefits. In the presence of harsh conditions, such as extreme cold, drought, and ultraviolet light, plants … Continue reading Here’s a laundry list of the disease-fighting effects of anthocyanins
4 ways celery will destroy cancer cells
With its mild flavor, its delicate, pale color, and its (undeserved) reputation as a food with ‘little nutritional value,’ celery just might be the Clark Kent of the produce aisle. The reality is: this underappreciated vegetable is a nutritional superhero that is just beginning to get its due. Not only is celery packed with essential vitamins, minerals and dietary … Continue reading 4 ways celery will destroy cancer cells
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 