Scientific validation of the old saying, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away"!

Rutin flavonoids prevent blood clots by inhibiting platelet aggregation
Researchers identified quercetin-3-rutinoside (rutin), a bioflavonoid that is naturally found in many fruits, vegetables and teas including onions, apples, and citrus fruits. The scientists noted that “Rutin proved to be the most potently anti-thrombotic compound that we ever tested”, as the flavonoid was shown to inhibit both platelet accumulation and fibrin generation during thrombus formation. Three to five daily servings of rutin from dietary sources or supplementing with 500 mg per day is shown to reduce platelet stickiness leading to blood clots and risk of early death from stroke and heart attack. http://www.naturalnews.com/036070_rutin_flavonoids_blood_clots.html