Circ Res January 2018 PMID 29348256

Flavonoids, Dairy Foods, and Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health: A Review of Emerging Biologic Pathways.

Dariush Mozaffarian, Jason H Y Wu

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What people are saying

Comments illustrate a balanced perspective, with one poster questioning the mechanistic claims ('kitchen sink approach without direct evidence') and another acknowledging the growing evidence for polyphenols' health benefits, reflecting both skepticism and interest. The tone shifts from critical to open-minded, emphasizing the evolving nature of research in this area.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show mixed reactions; some skepticism about mechanisms, but also recognition of emerging evidence supporting health benefits.

InterestModerate interest

Participants display a moderate curiosity, especially when discussing the evidence of flavonoids and dairy effects.

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There is active engagement, with users referencing specific components like Vitamin K2, and referencing the publication directly.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions indicate some influence, especially in highlighting flavonoids and dairy's roles, though collective understanding remains cautious.

Abstract in brief

The review discusses recent discoveries about how plant-based flavonoids and dairy products affect cardiovascular and metabolic health through complex biological pathways, including impacts on organs like the liver, muscle, and immune cells.
Flavonoids influence key cellular processes such as enzyme activation and inflammation suppression, while dairy's effects are mediated by its diverse components like fats, amino acids, probiotics, and processing methods, which interact with numerous metabolic pathways.
These emerging insights highlight the rapidly evolving field of nutritional science, emphasizing the need for more robust research to fully understand how specific foods influence health at the molecular and clinical levels.

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Ole Peter Nordby

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@ggkuhnle I see the #evidence of the beneficial #health effects of #polyphenols getting stronger day by day. https://t.co/MwgvoNDLZD #flavonoids #cardiovascular #health

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Babs Hogan, MEd

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Cheese and Vitamin K2: https://t.co/MzKikB4NeP https://t.co/4q3DRj1yk3

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Alex

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Flavonoids, Dairy Foods, and Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health | Circulation Research https://t.co/Ea7WWhYQr5

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Wild Atlantic Health

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How might #dairy foods including whole-fat, cheese

Jan 19, 2019 · 378 followers View post →