What are flavonoids?
Flavonoids are a diverse group of phytonutrients (plant chemicals) found in almost all fruits and vegetables. Along with carotenoids, they are responsible for the vivid colors in fruits and vegetables. Flavonoids are the largest group of phytonutrients, with more than 6,000 types.
What is the meaning of flavanols?
flā ′ və-nôl′, -nōl′ Any of various flavonoids, such as catechin, that have a hydroxyl group attached to the carbon at position three on the heterocyclic ring and are found especially in tea, grapes, apples, and cocoa. noun.