Thursday, August 20, 2009

Whole grain cereals, popcorn rich in antioxidants, not just fiber, new research concludes

Whole grain cereals, popcorn rich in antioxidants, not just fiber, new research concludes
Contact: Michael Bernstein
m_bernstein@acs.org
202-872-6042 American Chemical Society 18-Aug-2009 Link to full article below


WASHINGTON, Aug. 18, 2009 — In a first-of-its kind study, scientists reported today at the 238th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS) that snack foods like popcorn and many popular breakfast cereals contain "surprisingly large" amounts of healthful antioxidant substances called "polyphenols."

Polyphenols are a major reason why fruits and vegetables — and foods like chocolate, wine, coffee, and tea — have become renowned for their potential role in reducing the risk of heart disease, cancer, and other diseases.

Until now, however, no one knew that commercial hot and cold whole grain cereals — regarded as healthful for their fiber content — and snack foods also were a source of polyphenols.

To read the full article:
http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2009-08/acs-wgc080309.php

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