Plants also contain thousands of chemicals called phytonutrients, many of which have impressive health benefits. What do these phytonutrients do for the body, where can you find them, and how can you get more of them into your diet? What are phytonutrients? Phytonutrients or phytochemicals are...
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Glucosinolates are sulfur-containing compounds profoundly present in cruciferous vegetables. Thus far only one study examined effects of glucosinolates on the gastrointestinal microbiota which is somewhat unexpected given their widely known benefits against chronic diseases (i.e., cancers [76,77,78]). Sp...
However, there is increasing evidence that some of these compounds may have an effect on certain chronic diseases and aging effects in humans. These chemicals are being called phytonutrients. Studies have recently been initiated on the roles these phytonutrients play in the prevention of degenerative ...
Thus, understanding these key factors is vital for optimizing the bioavailability of phytonutrients and designing dietary strategies that maximize their potential health benefits. By considering digestion and absorption processes, interactions with other substances, the role of the gut microbiota, individual ...
Phytonutrients can also provide significant benefits for humans who eat plant foods. Phytonutrient-rich foods include colorful fruits and vegetables, legumes, nuts, tea, whole grains and many spices. They affect human health but are not considered nutrients that are essential for life, like carbohydra...