16 Polyphenol Foods to Start Eating

11. Beans

Beans are a staple food all over the world. The 15 common varieties consumed in the United States, are a rich source of phenolic acids and compounds, especially flavonoids. Most polyphenols are contained in the seed coating. Richly pigmented cultivars, such as blue-violet, red, and black beans, have high concentrations of phenolic acids, while speckled beans often contain more phenolic compounds. Consumers can benefit from a wide range of polyphenols by combining bean types and colors for meals and recipes.