{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"Glossary","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary","author_name":"Glossary","author_url":"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/author\/adminglossary\/","title":"Phytochemicals - Definition of Phytochemicals","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"OrXxn6aOlu\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/phytochemicals\/\">Phytochemicals<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/phytochemicals\/embed\/#?secret=OrXxn6aOlu\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#8220;Phytochemicals&#8221; &#8212; Glossary\" data-secret=\"OrXxn6aOlu\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script>\n\/*! This file is auto-generated *\/\n!function(d,l){\"use strict\";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&\"undefined\"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!\/[^a-zA-Z0-9]\/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret=\"'+t.secret+'\"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret=\"'+t.secret+'\"]'),c=new RegExp(\"^https?:$\",\"i\"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display=\"none\";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute(\"style\"),\"height\"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):\"link\"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute(\"src\")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener(\"message\",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll(\"iframe.wp-embedded-content\"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute(\"data-secret\"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+=\"#?secret=\"+t,e.setAttribute(\"data-secret\",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:\"ready\",secret:t},\"*\")},!1)))}(window,document);\n\/\/# sourceURL=https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/wp-includes\/js\/wp-embed.min.js\n<\/script>\n","description":"Plants compounds found in dark fruits and vegetables that are believed to have health-protecting qualities.Beneficial plant-based chemicals.A term used to refer to certain biologically active chemical compounds that occur in fruits, vegetables, grains, herbs, flowers, bark, etc. Phytochemicals act to repel or control insects, prevent plant diseases, control fungi and adjacent weeds. Phytochemicals also sometimes confer beneficial health effects to the animals (e.g., humans) that consume the plant (portions) containing those applicable phytochemicals. For example, vitamin C in citrus fruits, beta carotene in carrots and other orange vegetables, d-limonene in orange peels, tannins in green tea, capsaicin in chili peppers, omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil, genistein in soybeans, etc.Beta carotene has been found to aid eyesight and may help prevent lung cancer. d-Limonene has been found to protect rats against breast cancer. Tannins appear to prevent stomach cancer. Capsaicin can reduce arthritis pain. Omega-3 fatty acids help to lower triglyceride levels in the blood. Genistein appears to block growth of breast cancer tumors, and to prevent the loss of bone density that leads to the disease osteoporosis. Tocotrienols act as antioxidants, and also inhibit synthesis of cholesterol (in humans).A general term used to describe nutrients from plants that are not carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins or minerals. These substances have recently been recognized to act as powerful antioxidants, protecting the body from free-radical damage.Nutritionally important chemicals found in plant products.Phytochemicals are chemicals found in plants that may offer benefits to health. Many phytochemicals available from foods are also considered phytonutrients. These chemicals provide an assortment of potential functions and often include antioxidant or estrogenic activity. Many phytochemicals have been studied for potential performance-enhancing capabilities and more research is underway.A broad group of chemicals found in plants that are thought to provide considerable health benefits. There are hundreds of phytochemicals, such as flavonoids, isoflavones, indoles and other phenols, and protease inhibitors. Scientists are investigating the role these chemicals may have in the prevention and control of cancer, heart disease, and other diseases.Any of the hundreds of natural chemicals present in plants. Many have nutritional value; others are protective (e.g., antioxidants) or cause cell damage (e.g., free radicals). Important phytochemicals include allyl sulfur, phytosterol, polyphenol, saponin, phenolic acids, protease inhibitors, carotenoids, capsaicin, and lignans.Phytochemicals are \u201cplant chemicals\u201d that we consume when we eat vegetables, fruits, grains, legumes, garlic, soy, and green tea. Regular consumption of these natural pigments and enzymes helps protect us against cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and some cancers.Non-nutrient substances in plants that may possess health-protective effects even though they're not essential for life.Bioactive compounds found in plants that are not essential nutrients for sustaining life.Phytochemicals, powerful compounds found in plants, are replete with detoxifying enzymes and antioxidants. They serve to safeguard the body from disease and aging while at the same time invigorating the immune system, promoting overall well-being. While a few hundred of these compounds have been cataloged, it is believed that hundreds more remain undiscovered. These chemical agents are exclusively available through the consumption of plant-based foods."}