Rutin is a dietary flavonoid widely distributed in vegetables and fruits which has many therapeutic properties, mainly attributed to its potent antioxidant and antiinflammatory activities. Many studies have demonstrated these excellent beneficial health properties, which prevent neurodegenerative disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and skin cancer, among others. However, the health benefits of rutin can be influenced by its quantity and its bioavailability for absorption. Rutin from different sources can be also incorporated into functional foods such as bakery products and different strategies have been applied to overcome its low solubility in water. Therefore, rutin, is a phytochemical dietary flavonoid, abundantly distributed in food plants with functional properties and enormous health benefits, that can be consumed as part of our diet.
