Advances in Polyphenol Research from Chile: A Literature Review

Certain countries have the privilege of diverse ecosystems that allow access to wide food availability. This fact carries an intrinsic diversity in bioactive compounds such as phytochemicals, especially polyphenols. The aim this review is summarize advances polyphenols research which been conducted Chile, with a focus on polyphenol-rich foods and health-related outcomes. In first part, several studies analyzed sources rich are presented. followed by description vitro vivo from Chile evaluated polyphenol Chilean or their extracts along biological activity health effects. Most our search experimental design where mainly protective activities tested. antioxidant effect remarkable all studies. As well discussing future direction dietary assessment approach biomarkers field, currently, additional emphasis investment necessary explore more native added value.Abbreviations: TPC: total Phenolic Content; PEE: phenolic-enriched extract; PAs: proanthocyanidins; 24 HDR: 24-hour recall; FFQ: frequency questionnaires.