Rutin is a flavonoid found in fruits and vegetables that has many potential health benefits. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and other properties.
Potential health benefits
Cardiovascular health: Rutin may improve heart structure and function, and help lower blood pressure.
Anti-inflammatory: Rutin may help reduce inflammation and swelling.
Antioxidant: Rutin may help reduce the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and increase antioxidant levels.
Anti-diabetic: Rutin may help improve quality of life for people with diabetes.
Anti-aging: Rutin may help reduce wrinkles and improve skin elasticity.
Eye health: Rutin may help strengthen blood vessel walls and prevent subconjunctival hemorrhage. It may also help reduce pressure in the eyes for people with glaucoma.
The main antioxidant polyphenol in buckwheat, rutin may lower your risk of cancer and improve inflammation, blood pressure, and your blood lipid profile.