Quercetin Benefits for Zombie Cells, Inflammation, Histamine, and More

Quercetin Benefits:

• Quercetin is a polyphenol found in many fruits, vegetables, and teas that is regarded as an antioxidant with a host of anti-inflammatory properties.
• It is also a “senolytic agent”, which helps break down old, senescent cells (known as "zombie cells"). Senescence is when these cells lose their functions but they can build up and still roam around - causing trouble.
• It aids in blocking the influence of LPS on inflammatory immune cells and inhibits the same enzymes targeted by ibuprofen and related anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Quercetin also has the capacity to help maintain glutathione levels while stimulating its production.
• Additionally, it works with zinc to help transport zinc ions inside our cells, improving its dynamics in the body. Zinc is a critical player in all immune functions, along with roles in tissue healing, brain health, and a healthy mucosal lining throughout the GI tract.
• Studies have indicated quercetin may offer beneficial effects for rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, viral and bacterial infections, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, and systemic lupus erythematosus.
• Quercetin can stabilize mast cells responsible for histamine release which may help reduce occasional allergy and sensitivity symptoms such as redness, itching, welting, runny nose, and congested sinuses.
• Alpha-glycosyl isoquercitrin form has up to 18x greater absorbability than other forms of quercetin. Other forms used in quercetin supplements should be taken with food or as part of a flavonoid/polyphenol mix for best results.

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• Quercetin Benefits for Inflammation, Allergies, Histamine, Immune Support, and More