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According to nutritionist Bhakti Kapoor, polyphenols- once thought to be simple a type of antioxidant, are now known to provide prebiotic food for the microbiome.
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Healthline.com defines them as 'a category of plant compounds' whose regular consumption can boost digestion and brain health as well as protect against heart diseases, type 2 diabetes and even certain cancers.
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The website adds that red wine, dark chocolate, tea and berries are some of the best known sources.
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Scientists now recommends regular comsumption of polyphenol-rich foods for better gut health and immune function.
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Polyphenols also reduce inflammation, and help in the prevention and treatment of autoimmune diseases like diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and multiple pclerosis.
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