| 释义 |
French paradox
French paradox n (Medicine) the theory that the lower incidence of heart disease in Mediterranean countries compared to that in the US is a consequence of the larger intake of flavonoids from red wine in these countries French paradox
A term referring to the decreased incidence of coronary heart disease in the French, which is attributed to increased alcohol consumption, as well as a more relaxed lifestyle and lack of snacking between mealsFrench paradox An informal term for the unexplained fact that, in spite of a national diet characterized by a high fat and cholesterol intake, the French enjoy almost the lowest incidence of coronary heart disease in Europe. Possible explanations include the antioxidant effect of FLAVONOID substances in red wine and the protective effect of olive oil. |