Apples
Pectin fiber, quercetin, and food matrix effects on insulin response
Pectin fiber, quercetin, and food matrix effects on insulin response
Low-energy vegetable with fibre, potassium, and polyphenols (incl. nasunin in purple skin)
Legume with polyphenols and protein; optimal soaking conditions detailed
C3G anthocyanins for heavy metal chelation and neuroprotection
Polyphenols and potential NAD+ support
Polyphenol-rich berries supporting cognitive function and antioxidant networks
Crunchy minimally processed cacao pieces; flavanols (epicatechin/catechin) and fibre, used as a bitter “spice” topping.
Highest quercetin content among common foods
Apigenin for sleep support via benzodiazepine receptor binding
General cherry information; see tart cherry for sleep support
Herb with potential heavy metal chelation properties
Glycemic control, insulin sensitivity, and cognitive support
Cocoa flavanols for cognitive support; see dark chocolate for heavy metal considerations
Polyphenols and resveratrol for microbiome and mitochondrial support
Cocoa flavanols for cognitive support; heavy metal considerations
Premium extra virgin olive oil with enhanced CoQ10, oleuropein, and polyphenol content from early harvest timing
Polyphenol-rich oil with hydroxytyrosol and anti-inflammatory properties
Allicin, sulfur compounds, and prebiotic fiber for gut and antioxidant support
Gut-brain axis support and anti-inflammatory; prokinetic for SIBO
Resveratrol source for SIRT1 activation and NAD+ support
Source of EGCG, L-theanine, and polyphenols for cognitive and metabolic support
General category of culinary and medicinal herbs
Polyphenol-rich legume supporting gut health
Herbal tea for sleep and calm support
Spiced tea with bioactive brain-focused herbs
See extra virgin olive oil for detailed information
MUFA source with polyphenols
Polyphenol antimicrobial for SIBO suppression
Reduces harmful cholesterol oxidation products when added to cooking
Niacin, resveratrol, and plant protein for NAD+ and mitochondrial support
Mental clarity and alertness support
Ellagitannins for urolithin A production and polyphenol support
High zinc, tryptophan, and magnesium for neurotransmitter support
Anthocyanins (C3G) for heavy metal chelation and neuroprotection
Polyphenol-rich berries with fiber
Focus, antioxidant, and neuroprotective effects
Spice with crocin and safranal for mood and cognitive support
Memory and cognitive enhancement
Polyphenol-rich berries supporting cognitive function
Natural melatonin source for sleep support
Curcumin source; pair with black pepper and fat for absorption
ALA omega-3, polyphenols, and ellagitannins for urolithin A production
A warming drink combining turmeric (curcumin) with milk/fat for enhanced curcumin absorption
Polyphenolic alkaloid; glycemic control; antimicrobial effects; microbiome modulation
Neuroprotective carotenoid; vitamin A precursor; supports immune regulation and neuronal development
Neuroprotective carotenoid; accumulates in neural tissues and retina; supports cognitive performance
Neuroprotective carotenoid; found in tomatoes; absorption enhanced by cooking and dietary fat
Neuroprotective carotenoid; accumulates in neural tissues and retina; supports cognitive performance
Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant; bioavailability enhanced with piperine and fats
Cocoa flavanol monomer (a catechin); part of dark chocolate flavanol fraction.
Polyphenol; antioxidant; gut barrier/LPS modulation; supports microbiome
Cocoa flavanol monomer (a catechin); linked to vascular and cognitive endpoints.
Dark chocolate procyanidin oligomer fraction (flavanol oligomers); studied as part of total cocoa flavanol profile.
Lemon-associated citrus flavanone studied for antioxidant activity and flavanone metabolism.
Citrus flavanone glycoside (notably orange, also present in lemon) with cardiometabolic and vascular research interest.
Polyphenol; antioxidant; mitochondrial support; bioavailability improved with vitamin C
Soy isoflavone; ECS modulation via FAAH inhibition; anti-inflammatory/neuroprotective
Potent antioxidant polyphenol from extra-virgin olive oil; anti-inflammatory
Phenolic compound in olive oil; neuroprotective effects and precursor to hydroxytyrosol
Secoiridoid polyphenol in extra-virgin olive oil; antioxidant and NRF2 activation
Secoiridoid polyphenol in extra-virgin olive oil; NF-κB inhibition and anti-inflammatory effects
Major secoiridoid polyphenol in olive oil; oleuropein aglycone supports mitophagy, SIRT1, and AMPK activation