Quercetin Health Benefits

 Quercetin is a flavonoid found in a variety of different plants and is claimed to provide a variety of health benefits. Although quercetin can be obtained through the diet (from eating certain fruits and vegetables), it is also available in the form of a dietary supplement. There are many claimed quercetin health benefits; the supplement is claimed to be beneficial for the treatment of conditions such as:

 

It is unknown if quercetin is beneficial in children. Importantly, children are often more susceptible to the toxicities of medications or supplements, including quercetin. Do not give your child any medication or dietary supplement without the approval of your child's healthcare provider.