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==Chemical structures==
==Chemical structures==
[[File:Flav structures.png|thumb|Six subgroups of Flavonoids separated by chemical structure [1]]]
[[File:Flav structures 2.0.png|thumb|Six subgroups of Flavonoids separated by chemical structure [1]]]
The functions of compounds within the Flavinoid group are determined by their chemical structure.
The functions of compounds within the Flavinoid group are determined by their chemical structure.



Revision as of 20:12, 6 March 2018

Flavonoids are a group of phytonutrients found in all plants on the planet. This group of chemicals can be broken down further into subgroups based on the makeup of their chemical structures. Flavonoids are regarded as a good source of natural antioxidants and are accountable for several different food sources being held up as super healthy foods.

Chemical structures

Six subgroups of Flavonoids separated by chemical structure [1]

The functions of compounds within the Flavinoid group are determined by their chemical structure.

Role in plant root growth

In foods