Health
Listed in the order of greatest amount to least amount
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Isoorientin |
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Orientin |
a potent free radical scavenger. |
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Aspalathin |
found only in Rooibos and early studies indicate that it will contribute to good health. |
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Vitexin |
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Rutin |
found in buckwheat and some fruits and vegetables, helps to maintain the strength of capillary walls. |
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Isovitexin |
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Isoquercitirin |
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Hyperoside |
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Luteolin |
Potent antioxidant and studies have found that causes cancer cells to commit suicide and inhibited proliferation of thyroid and colon cancer cells in vitro (test tube). |
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Quercetin |
Potent antioxidant and studies have found that causes cancer cells to commit suicide and inhibited proliferation of thyroid and colon cancer cells in vitro (test tube).
Studies also found quercetin decreased primary tumor growth and prevented metastasis in a model of pancreatic cancer. |
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Chrysoeriol |
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| This is only a small percentage of the total polyphenol content of a serving of Rooibos, which can be up to 80 milligrams for a single cup, 8 oz. |
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