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Apples

Pectin fiber, quercetin, and food matrix effects on insulin response

Aubergine

Low-energy vegetable with fibre, potassium, and polyphenols (incl. nasunin in purple skin)

Black Beans

Legume with polyphenols and protein; optimal soaking conditions detailed

Black Goji

C3G anthocyanins for heavy metal chelation and neuroprotection

Black Tea

Polyphenols and potential NAD+ support

Blueberries

Polyphenol-rich berries supporting cognitive function and antioxidant networks

Cacao Nibs (Raw)

Crunchy minimally processed cacao pieces; flavanols (epicatechin/catechin) and fibre, used as a bitter “spice” topping.

Capers

Highest quercetin content among common foods

Chamomile Tea

Apigenin for sleep support via benzodiazepine receptor binding

Cherries

General cherry information; see tart cherry for sleep support

Cilantro

Herb with potential heavy metal chelation properties

Cinnamon

Glycemic control, insulin sensitivity, and cognitive support

Cocoa

Cocoa flavanols for cognitive support; see dark chocolate for heavy metal considerations

Cranberries

Polyphenols and resveratrol for microbiome and mitochondrial support

Dark Chocolate

Cocoa flavanols for cognitive support; heavy metal considerations

Olive Oil (Early Harvest)

Premium extra virgin olive oil with enhanced CoQ10, oleuropein, and polyphenol content from early harvest timing

Garlic

Allicin, sulfur compounds, and prebiotic fiber for gut and antioxidant support

Ginger

Gut-brain axis support and anti-inflammatory; prokinetic for SIBO

Grapes

Resveratrol source for SIRT1 activation and NAD+ support

Green Tea

Source of EGCG, L-theanine, and polyphenols for cognitive and metabolic support

Herbs

General category of culinary and medicinal herbs

Masala/Chai

Spiced tea with bioactive brain-focused herbs

Olive Oil

See extra virgin olive oil for detailed information

Olives

MUFA source with polyphenols

Oregano

Polyphenol antimicrobial for SIBO suppression

Parsley

Reduces harmful cholesterol oxidation products when added to cooking

Peanuts

Niacin, resveratrol, and plant protein for NAD+ and mitochondrial support

Pomegranates

Ellagitannins for urolithin A production and polyphenol support

Pumpkin Seeds

High zinc, tryptophan, and magnesium for neurotransmitter support

Purple Potatoes

Anthocyanins (C3G) for heavy metal chelation and neuroprotection

Rosemary

Focus, antioxidant, and neuroprotective effects

Saffron

Spice with crocin and safranal for mood and cognitive support

Sage

Memory and cognitive enhancement

Strawberries

Polyphenol-rich berries supporting cognitive function

Turmeric

Curcumin source; pair with black pepper and fat for absorption

Walnuts

ALA omega-3, polyphenols, and ellagitannins for urolithin A production

docs > recipes > Drinks

Turmeric Milk

A warming drink combining turmeric (curcumin) with milk/fat for enhanced curcumin absorption

docs > substances > bioactive-compounds > alkaloids

Berberine

Polyphenolic alkaloid; glycemic control; antimicrobial effects; microbiome modulation

docs > substances > bioactive-compounds > carotenoids

β-Carotene

Neuroprotective carotenoid; vitamin A precursor; supports immune regulation and neuronal development

Lutein

Neuroprotective carotenoid; accumulates in neural tissues and retina; supports cognitive performance

Lycopene

Neuroprotective carotenoid; found in tomatoes; absorption enhanced by cooking and dietary fat

Zeaxanthin

Neuroprotective carotenoid; accumulates in neural tissues and retina; supports cognitive performance

docs > substances > bioactive-compounds > polyphenols > curcuminoids

Curcumin (Turmeric)

Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant; bioavailability enhanced with piperine and fats

docs > substances > bioactive-compounds > polyphenols > flavan-3-ols

Catechin

Cocoa flavanol monomer (a catechin); part of dark chocolate flavanol fraction.

Epicatechin

Cocoa flavanol monomer (a catechin); linked to vascular and cognitive endpoints.

Oligomeric Procyanidins

Dark chocolate procyanidin oligomer fraction (flavanol oligomers); studied as part of total cocoa flavanol profile.

docs > substances > bioactive-compounds > polyphenols > flavanones

Eriocitrin

Lemon-associated citrus flavanone studied for antioxidant activity and flavanone metabolism.

Hesperidin

Citrus flavanone glycoside (notably orange, also present in lemon) with cardiometabolic and vascular research interest.

docs > substances > bioactive-compounds > polyphenols > flavonols

docs > substances > bioactive-compounds > polyphenols > isoflavones

Genistein

Soy isoflavone; ECS modulation via FAAH inhibition; anti-inflammatory/neuroprotective

docs > substances > bioactive-compounds > polyphenols > phenolic-acids

Tyrosol

Phenolic compound in olive oil; neuroprotective effects and precursor to hydroxytyrosol

docs > substances > bioactive-compounds > polyphenols > secoiridoids

Oleacein

Secoiridoid polyphenol in extra-virgin olive oil; antioxidant and NRF2 activation

Oleocanthal

Secoiridoid polyphenol in extra-virgin olive oil; NF-κB inhibition and anti-inflammatory effects

Oleuropein

Major secoiridoid polyphenol in olive oil; oleuropein aglycone supports mitophagy, SIRT1, and AMPK activation