Polyphenols & Longevity

Borrowed from Dole Nutrition News:
Last month we reported on a study which suggested eating fruits and vegetables may help you live longer. This month we offer more convincing evidence that a plant-based diet is linked to a longer, healthier life. This time the researchers reveal an association which might indicate why! The September 2013 multi-institutional study was published in the Journal of Nutrition and shows that survivors had a 14% higher level of a biomarker for fruit and vegetable consumption that comes from the antioxidant polyphenolic compounds responsible for giving fruits and vegetables their vibrant colors.
So, what is the best way to increase your polyphenol intake? Simple, eat more delicious fruits and veggies! Not only might you live longer you could also enjoy healthier skin, lower blood pressure and even protection from cosmic radiation!
About Polyphenols Also known as secondary plant metabolites, polyphenols are natural components of a wide variety of plants. Foods rich in polyphenols include: onions, apples, tea, red wine, red grapes, grape juice, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, cranberries, & some nuts. Polyphenols are subclassified in nonflavonoids & flavonoids. Flavonoids have been linked to a lower risk of heart disease in some studies.
PhytoNutrients® is Omnitrition's® Stress Buster! Phytonutrients® has nutrients that help support the body's natural response to stress so you feel calm & clear.  What are PhytoNutrients? Phytonutrients are nutrients derived from plants that have been shown to be necessary for sustaining life. Also called phytochemicals, phytonutrients are natural bioactive compounds found in fruits & vegetables that work together with vitamins, minerals, & fiber to promote good health.