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Polyphenols and Human Health: A Prospectus

Lookup NU author(s): Dr Gaelle Fave

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Abstract

The lay press often heralds polyphenols as panacea for all sorts of diseases. The rationale is that their antioxidant activity would prevent free radical damage to macromolecules. However, basic and clinical science is showing that the reality is much more complex than this and that several issues, notably content in foodstuff, bioavailability, or in vivo antioxidant activity are yet to be resolved. We summarize the recent findings concerning the effects of polyphenols on human health, analyze the current limitations at pitfalls, and propose future directions for research.

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Author(s): Visioli F, De La Lastra CA, Andres-Lacueva C, Aviram M, Calhau C, Cassano A, D'Archivio M, Faria A, Fave G, Fogliano V, Llorach R, Vitaglione P, Zoratti M, Edeas M

Publication type: Review

Publication status: Published

Journal: Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition

Year: 2011

Volume: 51

Issue: 6

Pages: 524-546

Print publication date: 15/06/2011

ISSN (print): 1040-8398

ISSN (electronic): 1549-7852

Publisher: TAYLOR & FRANCIS INC

URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10408391003698677

DOI: 10.1080/10408391003698677

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