Association of dietary flavonoid intake with incident atherosclerosis: cohort evidence in middle-aged and older adults

Higher consumption of foods rich in flavonoids-such as apples, berries, and tea-was associated with a lower risk of incident atherosclerosis. This inverse association was particularly pronounced among middle-aged and older adults aged 55 to 69. Therefore, incorporating more of these foods into daily diets may be a potential strategy to support cardiovascular health and reduce the burden of subsequent cardiovascular diseases.