Fruits and vegetables contain many beneficial substances such as flavonoids. Flavonoids are known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties..

Scientists have found that anthocyanins (substances related to flavonoids) can protect lung cells from damage, writes UPI. com.

The study involved 463 people. The average age of the volunteers was 44 years. Experts assessed the condition of the respiratory system of the participants. Volunteers were also asked to describe their diet.. Ten years later, these procedures were repeated.. It turned out that the condition of the lungs was the best in volunteers who consumed large amounts of grapes and blueberries.. The above foods are high in anthocyanins..

The researchers noticed that eating fruit had a positive effect on overall health. Smoking, in turn, weakened the antioxidant effect of anthocyanins.. Experts recommend that all middle-aged people include fruits, berries and vegetables rich in flavonoids in their diet..

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