Quercetin is a natural substance that can be found in fruits and vegetables such as apple, onion or capers, with high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory power, which eliminates free radicals in the body, avoiding damage to cells and DNA and combating inflammation . See foods rich in this substance in foods rich in quercetin.
This substance helps to strengthen resistance to food and respiratory allergies, and its supplements are especially indicated in these situations. Quercetin may be sold under various trade names, such as Super Quercetin, Quercetin 500 mg or Quercetin Biovea, and the composition of each supplement varies from laboratory to laboratory, often associated with vitamin C because of its affinity.
Indications
Indications for Quercetin include:
- Reinforcement of resistance to respiratory and food allergies;
- Combat allergies;
- Prevents stroke, infarction or other cardiovascular problems because it has antithrombotic and vasodilatory effects;
- It eliminates the accumulation of free radicals in the body and protects the kidneys from some toxic drugs;
- Helps in the prevention of cancer due to its effect Antioxidant;
- Strengthens the immune system.
Price
The price of Quercetin ranges from 70 to 120 reais, and can be purchased at drugstores, grocery stores or natural products or in online stores.
How to take
Quercetin supplements should be taken according to the instructions of each manufacturer, however it is usually recommended to take 1 capsule, 2 times per day.
Side effects
Some of the side effects of Quercetin may include allergy reactions to the medication, with symptoms such as redness, itching or red spots on the skin.
Contraindications
Quercetin is contraindicated for patients with allergy to any of the components of the supplement formula.
Also, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have high blood pressure you should not take this type of supplements without first talking to your doctor.
