subject: Boost Your Mental Health And More With These 4 Phenolic Acid Benefits [print this page] The phenolic acids are a group of plant based nutrients that have numerous positive effects in humans. They can be sourced from a number of fruits, nuts and vegetables. They are not officially classed as essential nutrients but studies indicate that they may be able to protect your kidneys, soothe the nasty symptoms of arthritis and much more. In this article I will be taking a deeper look at this topic and providing a full breakdown of 4 phenolic acid benefits.
1) KEEPING YOUR KIDNEYS HEALTHY:
Your kidneys are a vital organ that filter waste materials from the blood and help remove them from the body. They also control blood pressure, regulate fluid levels in the body and much more. The good news is that some promising early research indicates that the phenolic acids may be able to support your kidneys by protecting them from disease. However, additional evidence is required before this health benefit can be confirmed.
2) PROTECTING AGAINST GENETIC MUTATIONS:
1 of the main causes of genetic mutations in humans is mutagens (harmful substances that change the genetic material of an organism). You come into contact with mutagens (such as cigarette smoke and ultraviolet light) almost every day. Fortunately, the phenolic acids can keep you safe from these nasty substances by acting as antimutagenics (substances that fight mutagens and inhibit genetic mutations).
3) PROTECTING AGAINST MENTAL DISORDERS::
1 of the bad things about getting older is that your mental health tends to suffer. However, 1 of the promising phenolic acid benefits suggests that this may not always be the case. Early evidence indicates that these phytonutrients may act as antidepressants, prevent Alzheimer's disease (a mental disorder that causes memory loss, thought problems and speech problems), prevent Parkinson's disease (a mental disorder that leads to impaired mobility and speech) and protect the brain cells from damage.
4) TREATING ARTHRITIS:
Arthritis is a form of inflammation that affects the joints. It leads to pain, stiffness, swelling and redness around the affected areas. The good news is that the phenolic acids can relieve the joint pain associated with arthritis and make it much more bearable.
SUMMARY:
There is still lots more to learn about the phenolic acid but the current studies are very promising and suggest that these phytonutrients have a significant protective role in the human body. So make sure you are eating plenty of almonds, apricots, grapes, melons, olives, peppers, raspberries, turmeric, vanilla beans and walnuts. These are all top food sources of the phenolic acids which will allow you to enjoy the numerous health benefits discussed in this article.
