Dietary guidelines do not yield sufficient flavanol for cardiovascular benefit (opens in new tab)

DOI: 10.1039/D6FO00867D (Paper) Food Funct., 2026, 17, 5715-5725Received 24th February 2026 , Accepted 9th May 2026First published on 8th June 2026AbstractOutcomes from the COSMOS trial have reinforced the notion of flavanols as important plant-derived bioactives contributing to cardiovascular health. As discussions continue on whether specific dietary reference values for flavanols are warranted, it is possible that existing dietary guidelines emphasizing fruits and vegetables already yield ...