quercetin
noun
quer·ce·tin
ˈkwər-sə-tən 
: a yellow crystalline pigment C15H10O7 occurring usually in the form of glycosides in various plants
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Onions do contain antioxidant and potential antiviral compounds called quercetin, which could help out the immune system, but Lad recommended eating them as part of a nutrient-rich diet rather than tying them to your feet.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
But since quercetin and resveratrol interact with many prescription medications, make sure to check with your doctor before taking this supplement.
—April Benshosan, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2024
Some research shows that resveratrol and quercetin can work synergistically with NR, potentially boosting its effects.
—April Benshosan, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2024
Similarly, quercetin is often touted as a cold and flu remedy, but its role is misunderstood, van der Merwe explained.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
But since quercetin and resveratrol interact with many prescription medications, make sure to check with your doctor before taking this supplement.
—April Benshosan, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2024
Some research shows that resveratrol and quercetin can work synergistically with NR, potentially boosting its effects.
—April Benshosan, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2024
Similarly, quercetin is often touted as a cold and flu remedy, but its role is misunderstood, van der Merwe explained.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Quercetin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quercetin. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.
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quercetin
noun
quer·ce·tin
ˈkwər-sət-ən
: a yellow crystalline pigment C15H10O7 occurring usually in the form of glycosides in various plants
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