Polyphenols provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. You can get polyphenols from a variety of different types of food.

Nitrates are naturally-occurring chemicals found in soil, water, the human body, and some foods — either naturally or as additives, according to the Cleveland Clinic. The nitrates in plant foods like ...

A new study suggests that beet juice may help lower blood pressure by altering your oral microbiome. Beets are rich in nitrates, known to influence blood pressure. Other foods high in nitrates include ...

These chemicals are found in everything from bacon and sausage to beets and celery — but how you consume them matters. Here‘s what the research says. Lisa Valente is a registered dietitian, nutrition ...