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Phytochemical
Chemicals found naturally in plants. (source: WCMC) Background from Wikipedia Phytochemicals are sometimes referred to as phytonutrients; these terms are often used interchangeably. In broad terms, they are said to be any chemical or nutrient derived from a plant source. However, in common usage, they have a more limited definition. They are usually used to refer to compounds found in plants that are not required for normal functioning of the body but that nonetheless have a beneficial effect on health or an active role in the amelioration of disease. Thus, they differ from what are traditionally termed nutrients in that they are not a necessity for normal metabolism, and their absence will not result in a deficiency disease -- at least not on the timescale normally attributed to such phenomena. A minority claim that many of the diseases afflicting the people of industrialized nations are the result of those people's lack of phytonutrients in their diet. What is beyond dispute is that phytonutrients have many and various salubrious functions in the body. For example, they may promote the function of the immune system, act directly against bacteria and viruses, reduce inflammation, and be associated with the treatment and/or prevention of cancer, cardiovascular disease and any other malady affecting the health or well-being of an individual. Many phytochemicals are polyphenol antioxidants that impart bright colors to fruits and vegetables. Lutein makes corn yellow, lycopene makes tomatoes red, carotene makes carrots orange and anthocyanin makes blueberries blue, for example. Both the bright colors and the antioxidant activities are due to alternating single-bonded and double-bonded carbons. There is abundant evidence from epidemiological studies that the phytochemicals in fruits and vegetables can significantly reduce the risk of cancer, probably due to polyphenol antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. But studies of supplementation with large doses of beta-carotene in smokers have shown an increase in cancer risk (possibly because excessive beta-carotene results in breakdown products that reduce plasma Vitamin A and worsen the lung cell proliferation induced by smoke). Phytochemicals naturally occur in vegetables and fruit. CNNMoney.com..."We are excited to introduce our Japan market to PhytoMatrix, Mannatech's most advanced multivitamin/mineral/phytochemical product with no synthetic or KEEPING IT GREEN - 22 Oct 2007 National Post,The phytochemical properties of these foods block many of the processes precancerous cells use to grow, the authors explain, essentially creating an Potatoes Chock Full Of Phytochemicals - Oct 6, 2007 Science Daily (press release)Navarre began his "phytochemical profiling" of potatoes in 2006, working with ARS geneticist Chuck Brown at Prosser, research associate Roshani Shakya at Hoodia P57 Standard Available - Oct 4, 2007 NPIcenter (press release),ChromaDex, Inc., a privately-held, Irvine, California based company, is a world leader in the development of Phytochemical and Botanical Reference Standards Color your plate purple or blue - Oct 3, 2007 Ventura County Star,Plums are plentiful in the phytochemical resveratrol, which is being studied as an anti-cancer drug. The trick, Hester said, is finding out how to get the Clinically researched bacopa extract redefined; BACOGNIZE® now ... - Oct 18, 2007 NPIcenter (press release),HACCP, botanicals-only facility; is supported by its own clinical, safety, and natural phytochemical profiles; and is Kosher- and Halal-certified, NW: Questions regarding microwaving veggies, soy and osteoporosis ... - Oct 7, 2007 Food Consumer,For example, a Japanese study showed that microwaved onions retained much more vitamin C and a phytochemical called quercetin than boiled onions. Red Wine And Grape Juice Help Defend Against Food-borne Diseases ... - Oct 11, 2007 Science Daily (press release)In lab tests, Mustapha and Das focused on ethanol, pH levels and reseveratrol, which is a phytochemical found in grape vines and the skin of grapes. You really are what you eat - Oct 16, 2007 Press & Sun-Bulletin,What they mean: You could be deficient in vitamin C and the phytochemical lutein. Somer suggests: Include daily servings of lutein-rich spinach and other Lowly cabbage's nutritional powers - Oct 9, 2007 Toronto Star,The anti-cancer properties of cabbage are attributed to its phytochemical content. Phytochemicals are naturally occurring and help the plant fight off Organic, and Tastier: The Rat’s Nose Knows - Oct 2, 2007 New York Times,Why should organic produce have higher phytochemical levels? The current theory is that because plants in organic production are unprotected by pesticides Apples may keep asthma away - Sep 30, 2007 Tehran Times,Researcher SM Willers of Utrecht University in the Netherlands and colleagues say the protective effect of apples is most likely due to their phytochemical Worldwide Summit on Fruits, Vegetables Unite Medical, Agricultural ... - Oct 12, 2007 AgNews,Some studies have reduced water applications by one-fourth, which caused slightly less yields but didn't harm phytochemical levels, he said. Shake Up Dinner With Curry - Oct 11, 2007 Food Consumer,Ginger contains a cancer-fighting phytochemical called gingerol, which is linked to cancer prevention. In fact, some research studies claim ginger can kill Red Wine, Grape Juice Combats Food Poisoning - Oct 11, 2007 Associated Content,Reseveratrol is a chemical compound, or phytochemical, that is found in grape vines and grape skins and is responsible for giving grapes and wines their red Chocolates With Antioxidants and Other Health Benefits - Oct 11, 2007 Best Syndication,Cacao is extraordinarily rich in flavanols, a type of flavonoid phytochemical which is a powerful-antioxidant. Other plants rich in flavanols include tea, Oatmeal, a Magical Food! - Oct 7, 2007 DentalPlans.com,Cancer Fighting Properties: Grains contain a phytochemical called "phytic acid". This phyto binds to certain minerals thought to cause free radical Research centre to guide policy on diet-related disease - Oct 5, 2007 NutraIngredients.com,A centre spokesperson added: "We have the capacity to carry research through from understanding the molecular biology of phytochemical synthesis in plants Pharma Industry in West Bengal: The Road Ahead - Oct 4, 2007 Express Pharma,The driving factors, however, remained as availability of skilled manpower and phytochemical raw materials and access to different global regions through Quercetin Identified as Flavonol to Reduce Risk of Pancreatic Cancer - Oct 4, 2007 SeniorJournal.com,Description: Quercetin is a type of plant-based chemical (phytochemical) known as a flavonoid (see also Phytochemicals). Good sources include apples, Sheila's Nutrition Digest Vol 16 - Superfoods for Athletes Series ... - Oct 3, 2007 RunnersWeb,...and studies are revealing that eating a diet with plenty of phytochemical-rich foods may benefit humans as well, by helping protect us from the ravaging Sardines don't equate to packing on pounds - Oct 3, 2007 Contra Costa Times,The olive contains active phytochemical substances, which are nature's way of protecting the olive's fats from attack. These substances, which include Live Well With Green Foods - Oct 2, 2007 PR-GB.com (press release),The green color of green foods comes from the phytochemical chlorophyll which is the equivalent, in plants, of the oxygen-carrying red pigment hemoglobin in Apple juice is back! - Sep 30, 2007 Chicago Daily Herald,He says each phytochemical is metabolized differently, suggesting that a package can be effective on many different levels in the body. Lots of ways to cook with pumpkin seeds - Sep 27, 2007 Pioneer Press Online,But pumpkin seeds offer some unique nutrition, including curcubitacin, a polyphenol phytochemical that in men may play a role in helping to prevent or Apples, Apple Juices Decrease Wheezing and Symptoms of Asthma in ... - Sep 24, 2007 Nutrition horizon (press release),According to the authors of the Thorax paper, the protective effect from apples is attributable to their powerful phytochemical content, which includes The Complexities of Botanical Quality - Sep 24, 2007 Natural Products Industry Insider,Cheap flavonoids, a common plant phytochemical group, can be added to extracts such as ginkgo and grape seed extract. In the case of ginkgo, Phytochemical Beauty - Jul 20, 2007 Science NewsOur Food For Thought column recently published two offerings on health-related findings about genistein, a soybean constituent. Bengal SSU reverses 30 years of decline - Aug 14, 2007 The Statesman,Set up in 1974, with the objective of promoting the pharmaceutical and phytochemical industry, the unit had only come close to making profits in 2001-02. Eat well for future health - Aug 13, 2007 ic Newcastle.co.uk,Onions contain allium compounds that have been linked to a reduced risk of some cancers and they are rich in a phytochemical called quercetin (especially Passion for purple - Aug 7, 2007 The State,Plums are plentiful in the phytochemical resveratrol, which is being studied as an anti-cancer drug. The trick, Hester said, is finding out how to get the Daily wellness tip - Aug 16, 2007 Chicago Tribune,...of vegetables and fruits and reduce inflammation with cherries, fish and fish oil, and tumeric or its powerful anti-inflammatory phytochemical curcumin. Now, about those tons of tomatoes - Aug 2, 2007 Deseret News,Did you know that cooking them more than doubles the phytochemical prevalent in tomatoes? Lycopene has been found to reduce the risk of prostate and lung Color coordinating diet can lift nutritional value - Aug 14, 2007 Chicago Tribune,The darker skin contains resveratrol, a phytochemical that prevents blood clotting, according to registered dietitian Marjorie Livingston, an assistant Finding joy in soy - Aug 10, 2007 Manila Bulletin,Soy phytochemical isoflavones present can lower cholesterol and in turn, prevent heart disease." In addition, she further states, "soy phytoestrogens have Benefits Of Tomatoes Still Bountiful - Aug 3, 2007 NBC6.net,Is it possible that when our total vegetable and fruit consumption reaches recommended levels, the impact of any one phytochemical or food becomes less A Melon for Dieters and Diabetics - Aug 3, 2007 Science NewsThis same phytochemical is responsible for much of a tomato's red color. However, lycopene is more than a food coloring. A carotenoid in the beta-carotene Chocolate goodness - Aug 2, 2007 Canada.com,Chocolate’s benefits come from their phytochemical content – compounds in plant-based foods that contain potent antioxidants. Chocolate contains flavonols Ten Best Healing Herbs, Part II - Aug 10, 2007 The Ledger,...containing at least 0.3 percent hypericin -- the active phytochemical -- per capsule or 300 milligrams of the extract to be taken three times daily. August is the perfect time for watermelon - Aug 1, 2007 Canton Daily Ledger,Watermelon is also getting more respect recently because its red flesh contains lycopene, a phytochemical that displays cancer-fighting potential, Lean green steals scene in kitchen - Aug 1, 2007 Orlando Sentinel,Summer produce bins are teeming with phytochemical-rich artichokes, kiwi and honeydew melons. Phytochemicals are naturally occurring protective components Phytonutrients: Biochemistry of How Healthiest Foods Prevent Cancer - Jul 29, 2007 The Seoul Times,Currently, the terms "phytonutrient" and "phytochemical" are being used interchangeably to describe those plant compounds which are thought to have Sheila’s Nutrition Digest Vol 15 - Superfoods for Athletes Series ... - Jul 26, 2007 RunnersWeb,...and studies are revealing that eating a diet with plenty of phytochemical-rich foods may benefit humans as well, by helping protect us from the ravaging Anthocyanins' anti-inflammatory properties probed - Jul 26, 2007 NutraIngredients.com,...told NutraIngredients.com: "This study is part of a large program where we first identify antioxidant and phytochemical rich foods or food components, Antioxidants: The Real Deal vs. Supplements - Jul 24, 2007 Food Consumer,The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) defines antioxidants as any vitamin, phytochemical or mineral that helps neutralize the oxidative damage Mellow Out with Sweet Melons - Jul 24, 2007 Food Consumer,Watermelons also contain lycopene, the cancer-fighting phytochemical for which tomatoes are also known. The only real way to tell a watermelon is ripe is to Can Artichokes Bring New Heart to Texas Agriculture - Jul 23, 2007 Southwest Farm Press,..."These two varieties were considered the best on the basis of yield and water use, along with head size, shape, color, uniformity and phytochemical content. Cherries - a Sweet, Non-fat, Anti-aging Snack! - Jul 22, 2007 DentalPlans.com,Cherries get their rich deep color from the phytochemical compounds that are called anthocyanidins and proanthoyanidins (I can't even pronounce these). Presidential colonoscopy vs. colorectal cancer prevention - Jul 21, 2007 Food Consumer,Researchers attributed the effect to the fact that "legumes are a good source of dietary fiber and of phytochemical compounds that may play a role in Manuka Honey and Wound Care - Jul 20, 2007 PR.com (press release),Some honeys have an additional phytochemical antibacterial component. 4. Many authors support the use of Manuka Honey in infected wounds and some suggest Lifewire: Apple a day may keep asthma away - 13 Apr 2007 Bend Weekly,According to researchers, their findings "suggest that an apple specific effect, possibly because of its phytochemical content, such as flavonoids." Elsevier to Publish Phytochemistry Letters in Collaboration With ... - Apr 3, 2007 innovations report,Elsevier announced today the launch of a new scientific journal, Phytochemistry Letters, in collaboration with the Phytochemical Society of Europe (PSE) Apples linked to asthma protection - Apr 10, 2007 Freshinfo,The findings suggest an apple specific effect, possibly because of its phytochemical content, such as flavonoids. Researchers also found that children of Elsevier to publish Phytochemistry Letters - Apr 3, 2007 EurekAlert (press release),Amsterdam, 3 April 2007 – Elsevier announced today the launch of a new scientific journal, Phytochemistry Letters, in collaboration with the Phytochemical Prenatal Apple 'Reduces' Risk Of Childhood Asthama - Apr 7, 2007 All Headline News..."The findings suggest an apple specific effect, possibly because of its phytochemical content, such as flavonoids," researchers explained in a press release The power of nutrition - Apr 2, 2007 Dallas Morning News (subscription),Carrots: Beta carotene is the primary phytochemical in carrots. A 16-year study of American female nurses found that women who ate five or more carrots a New Sun Nutrition Appoints Lance Armstrong to Company's Board of ... - Apr 11, 2007 PR Newswire (press release),Dr. Mitsunori Ono, Ph.D., world-renowned phytochemical expert and Senior Scientist with the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Thomas Lines, CAG finds flaws in functioning of agriculture dept - Apr 11, 2007 Kolkata Newsline,...offer from the West Bengal Pharmaceuticals and Phytochemical Development Corporation Limited resulted in the loss of Rs 57.31 lakh during 2002-06. The Wine Press: Yet another reason to drink wine: Your health - Apr 11, 2007 Daily Press,You've undoubtedly heard about at least one phytochemical in wine - resveratrol. Found in grape skins, a recent study out of Harvard found the plant Lost in the supermarket - Apr 10, 2007 Detroit Metro Times,They hear something great about a phytochemical or polyphenols and so they're more interested in what's a good source of those, or they're much more likely Global: Mums who eat apples decrease likelihood of kids having asthma - Apr 10, 2007 FreshPlaza,They add that their findings "suggest an apple specific effect, possibly because of its phytochemical content, such as flavonoids. Apple Consumption During Pregnancy Reduces Risk For Childhood ... - Apr 9, 2007 Medical News Today (press release),They add that their findings "suggest an apple specific effect, possibly because of its phytochemical content, such as flavonoids." The research paper cites New Sun Nutrition Announces Official Partnership With the ... - Apr 6, 2007 Drug Newswire (press release),FRS is the result of years of research and development by leading scientists including Dr. Mitsunori Ono, Ph.D., world-renowned phytochemical expert and Marquette University nutrition specialist - Apr 4, 2007 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (subscription),...source of Vitamcin C), & some Vitamin A. Sun dried tomatoes are also a concentrated source of a phytochemical called lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. The power of nutrition - Apr 3, 2007 Dallas Morning News (subscription),...research points to the benefits of a diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables and grains, which are loaded with helpful phytochemical properties. Nuts - From Dietary Devils to Nutrition Darlings - Apr 1, 2007 HealthNewsDigest.com,Nuts are high in a phytochemical called tocotrienols which protects LDL (bad) cholesterol from oxidation, a major contributor to clogged arteries. Eating berries may lessen cancer risk - Mar 31, 2007 Kansas City Star,Many berries also contain the phytochemical ellagic acid, which may block metabolic pathways associated with the development of cancer. Berries may avert cancer - Mar 27, 2007 Orlando Sentinel,Many berries also contain the phytochemical ellagic acid, which could block metabolic pathways associated with the development of cancer. Don't like asparagus? You'll warm to roasted version - Mar 25, 2007 commercialappeal.com (subscription),Asparagus is also high in a phytochemical called rutin, which has strong antioxidant properties. Antioxidants, which include vitamins C and E, Subscribe to this News Feed - Mar 25, 2007 Emediawire (press release),...company focused on isolating, extracting, purifying and concentrating commercially standardized dosages of naturally occurring phytochemical compounds. Health Options - Mar 24, 2007 Honolulu Star-Bulletin,Dietary fiber is a phytochemical that is listed on food labels because it benefits health. Answer: Simply put, fiber refers to the nondigestible components Groundbreaking New Program and Web site Help Americans Dine Out ... - Mar 14, 2007 PR Newswire (press release),These requests lower the calories and fat grams in the meal and may also boost the fiber, vitamin or phytochemical content by substituting more healthful Del Monte Supports Produce for Better Health Foundation’s Fruit ... - Mar 19, 2007 Business Wire (press release),...a naturally occurring type of phytochemical found in many fruits and vegetables that may help to fight disease and may help to preserve eyesight. The Most Important MEDICINE You'll Ever GROW - Mar 20, 2007 Mother Earth News,University of Illinois Napralert Database (compiled by Norman Farnsworth) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Phytochemical Database. 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