Phytochemical Intakes with a Mediterranean Diet: Levels Achievable with an Exchange List Diet and Potential Biomarkers in Blood

摘要: There is substantial epidemiological evidence that a Mediterranean dietary pattern can reduce risks of cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes and even aging-associated cognitive decline. A prominent feature the traditional Greek diet was high monounsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) intake, stemming largely from use olive oil. In addition, there consumption fruits vegetables. All these foods are rich in phytochemicals, it combination phytochemicals might provide best protection against major chronic diseases humans face. With achieved using an exchange list approach, total intakes flavonoids be increased to about 200 mg/d readily available United States. This much higher than carotenoids at 28 mg/day with diet. To capture flavonoid classes, proposed biomarker panel could comprehensively diversity intakes. Development such panels will critical for evaluating biological effects when consumed concert as part preventive eating pattern.