Bioflavonoids - Cancer Bombs

K. V. Swathi

Abstract: Bioflavonoids are a group of polyphenolic compounds which are a secondary group of plant metabolites. . A natural way of obtaining these bioflavonoids includes the intake of fresh fruits, citrus fruits, sweet pepper, broccoli, spinach, green tea etc. , Apart from their role in anti -cancer therapy, bioflavonoids also have anti-inflammatory, anti -allergic, anti-bacterial activities, they can also induce DNA mutations. Important bioflavonoids include Catechins, EpiCatechins, EpiCatechin Gallate, Taxifolin, Quercetin etc. ,. Here in this article, the role of the above mentioned bioflavonoids in anti cancer chemotherapy is reviewed.

Keywords: Bioflavonoids, Vitamin P, Polyphenols