noun
- plural of quercetin; flavonoid compounds found in plants that have antioxidant properties
Usage: biochemistry; nutrition
Examples
- Quercetins are abundant in onions, apples, and berries.
- The researcher studied the antioxidant effects of quercetins in the laboratory.
- Red wine contains high levels of quercetins from grape skins.
- Quercetins may help reduce inflammation in the body.
- The supplement contained various quercetins extracted from plant sources.
- Scientists are investigating how quercetins might protect against certain diseases.