Research
Molecular
Micronutrients like polyphenols, carotenoids, and vitamins affect oxidative stress, endothelial function, and lipid and glucose homeostasis.
Encouraging the intake of micronutrient-rich foods may support cardiovascular health.
StrongSupportsmedium confidence
Micronutrients like polyphenols, carotenoids, and vitamins act on molecular pathways that affect oxidative stress, endothelial function, and lipid and glucose homeostasis.
Why this rating
The claim is based on established knowledge of micronutrient functions.
Source
Dietary Composition and Cardiovascular Risk: A Mediator or a Bystander?
Emmanouil Korakas et al. · Nutrients · 2018
reviewCited 43×
Read the paper This is one finding among thousands. Every one is graded and traced to its source, so you can see what the evidence actually supports. Browse the research →