What Are Polyphenols and Why Do We Need Them?

Discover the diverse benefits of polyphenols from decreasing blood pressure to strengthening your gut.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• Polyphenols are powerful organic compounds found in plants, which help protect plants from ultraviolet light, pathogens, oxidative damage and harsh climates

• Consuming foods rich in the more than 8,000 known polyphenols may help ward off chronic diseases, including cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, Type 2 diabetes and…