Polyphenol-rich foods
For anti-inflammatory dietary support
The experts we follow agree on this.
Polyphenol-rich foods support gut diversity and gentle inflammation balance for most people.
Who is behind it
Voices including a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator, a certified nutrition specialist and a Harvard-trained gynecologist.
How strong the research is
Mostly expert experience so far, with published research still catching up.
In their words
“there's been some good studies showing that increasing polyphenol consumption so uh things like cranberries um can also help fuel acromancia growth”
a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator
Polyphenols help boost microbiome diversity especially for those who cannot tolerate inulin-rich or legume foods.
Polyphenols act as prebiotics feeding good gut bacteria and are found in colorful plant foods, supporting gut and skin health.
a certified nutrition specialistsponsoredPolyphenols have multiple beneficial effects including antioxidant and immunomodulatory actions.
a Harvard-trained gynecologistown brandProbiotic and polyphenol-rich foods support gut microbiome health and incretin hormone production.
Polyphenols are the backbone of melanin and protect against damage to our senses.
A diet high in polyphenols is an important factor in reducing biological age according to studies.
These plant compounds act as prebiotics and teach cells to be more resilient through hormesis.
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