Hesperidin, a type of bioflavonoid found in citrus fruits, belongs to the polyphenol family and has long been studied for its anti-inflammatory and vasculoprotective properties. While you might not have heard of it, this powerful flavonoid has many well-researched benefits for a variety of common ailments and diseases.
Neuroprotective Properties
Preserving neural tissue is important to prevent neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s, and multiple sclerosis. Researchers have found that hesperidin has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that improve neural growth, cerebral blood flow, memory, and cognitive function.Furthermore, hesperidin can traverse the blood-brain barrier, a property that makes it an ideal natural therapy in the treatment of neurological diseases.
