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Flavonoids are naturally occurring plant compounds belonging to the polyphenol family and are found in foods and beverages such as fruits, vegetables, tea, cocoa, and other plant-based foods. They have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and are being studied for their potential effects on brain function, cognition, mood, and mental health (Ullah et al., 2020).
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- Timlin, D., McCormack, J. M., Kerr, M., Keaver, L., & Simpson, E. E. A. (2025). The MIND diet, cognitive function, and well-being among healthy adults at midlife: A randomised feasibility trial. BMC Nutrition, 11(1), 59. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40795-025-01020-6 View source
- Thompson, A. S., Bondonno, N. P., Liu, Y. L., Qureshi, F., Kubzansky, L. D., Trudel-Fitzgerald, C., Boehm, J. K., Rimm, E. B., & Cassidy, A. (2026). Dietary flavonoid intake and psychological well-being – A bidirectional relationship. Clinical Nutrition, 58. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clnu.2026.106579 View source
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