Hesperetin is a flavonoid that has been shown in
animal studies to lower blood pressure, inflammation, and levels of ‘bad' (LDL) cholesterol, but
these effects have not been studied in humans yet. (refs. 89-93) Hesperetin
is found in:
citrus fruits and juices
Naringenin is a flavonoid that has been shown in
lab and animal studies to have
antioxidant, anti-hormone (anti-estrogen), and cholesterol-lowering
abilities. (refs. 94-95) Naringenin can be found in:
citrus fruits and juices
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