MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'flavonoids'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:28:41 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1692263&cid=t_108524_136_f&fid=36168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmargaret.healthblogs.org%2F2008%2F08%2F08%2Fsome-dietary-flavonoids-inhibit-bortezomib%2F Sherlock (grazieeeee!) sent me a study titled “Dietary flavonoids inhibit the anti-cancer effects of the proteasome inhibitor Bortezomib” (see abstract: http://tinyurl.com/5pdxtu), published in the July 16 2008 issue of “Blood.” This is an important study for those who are taking Velcade (Bortezomib) and supplements at the same time, so I decided to read, and post about, [...] (Source: Margaret's Corner) Margaret's Corner blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1692263 Fri, 08 Aug 2008 12:55:49 +0100 1692263 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1531832&cid=t_108524_136_f&fid=36051&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FCancerCommentary%2F%7E3%2F315349454%2F Okay…here goes another news on flavonols from tea, onions, beans and apples. As suggested by findings of a new U.S. study, increased intake of such flavonols may reduce risk of colorectal cancer by as much as 76 percent. Findings were published in this month’s Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers & Prevention: Analysis of data from a randomised dietary intervention trial showed that the overall class of flavonoid compounds was not associated with a risk reduction, but flavonols - a sub-group of flavonoids, did significantly reduce risk. The study adds to a growing body of science linking increased consumption of flavonol-rich foods, such as fruit and vegetables, to risk reductions for a range of cancers, including lung, pancreatic, and breast cancer. Flavonols, a sub-group of fla... Cancer Commentary blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1531832 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:10:14 +0100 1531832 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1485038&cid=t_108524_136_f&fid=36051&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FCancerCommentary%2F%7E3%2F302568867%2F Increased intake of certain flavonoids in smokers may protect them by as much as 50 percent against lung cancer risk. Such were the findings of a UCLA study: Increasing intakes of epicatechin, catechins, and quercetin, found in tea and vegetables were associated with significant risk reductions. According to lead researcher Zuo-Feng Zhang from UCLA’s Jonsson Cancer Center: “What we found was extremely interesting, that several types of flavonoids are associated with a reduced risk of lung cancer among smokers. The findings were especially interesting because tobacco smoking is the major risk factor for lung cancer.” But still, tobacco smoke must be skipped altogether, because smoking remains a major factor for lung cancer risk. It just so interesting how smokers were prot... Cancer Commentary blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1485038 Sun, 01 Jun 2008 22:00:19 +0100 1485038 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1041950&cid=t_108524_136_f&fid=36051&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FCancerCommentary%2F%7E3%2F188086980%2F Frequent consumption of foods containing the flavonoid kaempferol, including nonherbal tea and broccoli and consumption of large amounts of the flavonoid luteolin, which is found in foods such as carrots, peppers, and cabbage – have been found associated with a reduced risk of ovarian cancer. Such were the findings of a new research from the Channing Laboratory at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). According to first author Margaret Gates, a research fellow at BWH and at the Harvard School of Public Health: “This is good news because there are few lifestyle factors known to reduce a woman’s risk of ovarian cancer. Although additional research is needed, these findings suggest that consuming a diet rich in flavonoids may be protective. In this population of women, consumption of no... Cancer Commentary blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1041950 Wed, 21 Nov 2007 04:27:43 +0100 1041950 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=863730&cid=t_108524_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F09%2F11%2Fdont-avoid-the-flavonoid%2F Filed under: Diet, Prevention, NutritionIt turns out that there's some truth to the old adage that An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away. According to a study published in a recent issue of American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, women who eat apples regularly have a decreased risk of dying from coronary heart disease and cardiovascular disease. What if you don't like apples? Try pears -- or even red wine. This same study revealed that consuming either of these will have the same preventative effects as eating apples. The researchers attribute these heart-healthy benefits to compounds known as flavonoids, which help reduce bad (LDL) cholesterol (Note: Flavanoids are not to be confused with the Noid -- who in the 80s was known to ruin the occasional pizza). Flavonoids are also known for th... The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=863730 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 04:00:00 +0100 863730 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=748910&cid=t_108524_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F07%2F21%2Fflavonoids-in-orange-juice-reduce-inflammation%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset, Diet, ResearchOne of my family's favorite remedies for hypoglycemia is orange juice. Quickly absorbed, it packs a glucose punch. Get this -- not only do a few ounces of orange wonder bring 'em back to the land of clarity, it also reduces inflammation in the body. A recent study by endocrinologists at the University of Buffalo reveals orange juice is packed with flavonoids. Not only that, flavonoids suppress destructive oxygen free radicals (aka reactive oxygen species or ROS). ROS can damage cells and contributes to chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Previous research has shown 300 calories of glucose induces ROS and other proinflammatory responses. Now the researchers wanted to see how orange juice, fructose an... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=748910 Sat, 21 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 748910 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=716547&cid=t_108524_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F07%2F05%2Fa-glass-a-day%2F Filed under: Diet, Prevention, ResearchI suppose you can call it a 2-for-1 Deal. That is, there may be a second benefit to drinking a glass of red wine every day. By now it is fairly well known that the flavanoids in red wine may help reduce cholesterol levels and risk of heart disease. But, a study presented at the American Chemical Society's annual meeting put forth the possibility that antioxidants found in grape seeds may also prevent ultraviolet rays from weakening the immune system and stressing skin. By feeding hairless mice either a standard diet or one rich in grape seed supplements, then exposing all of the mice to UV light, researchers found that the grape seed consuming group of mice had up to 68 percent fewer -- and 78 percent smaller -- skin tumors than the non-grape seed con... The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=716547 Thu, 05 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 716547 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=704454&cid=t_108524_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F06%2F29%2Fapples-and-pears-for-your-heart%2F Filed under: Diet, PreventionThere's a long list of things that are bad for your health, but here are two delicious things that are good for it: Apples and pears. Why? They're full of flavonoids, which help prevent blood clots and inflammation. I think this is great news because I eat apples like they're going out of style. They're the perfect on-the-go snack -- just pop them in your purse! Pears are good too though they don't do so well in the purse ... trust me on that one. According to Women's Health Magazine, apples and pears rank alongside red wine as some of the best things you can consume for heart health. Wait a second ... red wine? I can live with that. Oh, and apples and pears are good too!Read | Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs |&nbs... The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=704454 Fri, 29 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 704454 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=511183&cid=t_108524_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F03%2F30%2Fa-cup-of-joe-a-day-not-so-bad-researchers-say%2F Filed under: Prevention, All Cancers, Products, Daily newsDon't give up that daily cup of coffee just yet. Studies show drinking coffee may reduce your risk of developing Parkinson's disease, diabetes, cirrhosis of the liver, and colon cancer. It's even been linked to a decreased risk of inflammatory and cardiovascular disease in postmenopausal women.Why? According to an article in the March 2007 issue of Ladies Home Journal, it's because coffee contains large amounts of flavonoids and antioxidants -- and these combat a whole bunch of illnesses.Now drinking too much coffee can have adverse side effects, like restlessness, anxiety, and headaches, but limiting yourself to one to four brewed cups per day seems to be a safe practice. Although for those with high blood pressure, consuming betwe... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=511183 Fri, 30 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 511183