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Phytonutrients and Their Benefits
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Carotenoids
Supports eye health, boosts immune system, found in carrots, sweet potatoes, and spinach
Flavonoids
Antioxidant properties, may reduce risk of cardiovascular diseases, found in berries, tea, and chocolate
Polyphenols
Protect cells from damage, may improve digestion, found in red wine, dark chocolate, and whole grains
Glucosinolates
May have anti-cancer properties, supports liver function, found in cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and Brussels sprouts
Anthocyanins
May protect against cardiovascular diseases, improve cognitive function, found in dark-colored berries and red cabbage
Saponins
May lower cholesterol, boost immune system, found in beans, lentils, and quinoa
Tannins
Antioxidant properties, may have antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-parasitic effects, found in tea, coffee, and grapes
Phenolic acids
Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, may reduce risk of chronic diseases, found in coffee, oats, and blueberries
Resveratrol
May protect against heart disease and certain cancers, found in grapes, red wine, and peanuts
Isoflavones
May have hormonal effects, linked to reduced risk of heart disease and osteoporosis, found in soybeans and soy products
Lignans
May have estrogenic and anti-estrogenic effects, linked to reduced risk of certain cancers, found in seeds, particularly flaxseeds, and grains
Capsaicin
May boost metabolism, pain relief properties, found in chili peppers
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