Flavonoids are important because they act as free-radical scavengers and antioxidants, exhibiting anti-mutagenic, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral effects[and] are able to reduce plasma levels of low-density lipoproteins, inhibit platelet aggregation, and reduce cell proliferation. (Salehi, 2019)
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Ivell, R., Richter, D., & Balvers, M
Given its origin in the stomach, it is not surprising that this peptide is highly effective in promoting gut health
The strongest practical takeaway is that both compounds are discussed for recovery, but the human evidence base is still more limited than the popularity of these peptides suggests.