How to Use phytochemical in a Sentence

phytochemical

noun
  • Eat a lot of veggies and use all kinds and colors to get the broadest range of nutrients, phytochemicals and fiber.
    — Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 2020-04-14
  • This phytochemical won't be found in any other testosterone boosters in 2022.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 2022-12-16
  • The phytochemicals — many of which are antioxidants — that are abundant in whole grains fight inflammation.
    — Jenna Birch, Washington Post, 2019-08-19
  • Phytochemicals, more specifically flavonoids, are what give citrus their deep colors and bitter taste, said Cox.
    — Amy Brothers, The Denver Post, 2017-02-01
  • The kernel and the skin have a lot of phytochemicals that have positive antioxidant effects, Dr. Edem added.
    — Sherri Gordon, Health, 2023-03-21
  • Blueberries: Contain phytochemicals called anthocyanins, which give the berries their blue color.
    — Allison Horton, miamiherald, 2018-05-25
  • The peels contain a lot of nutrients, from vitamin C to disease-fighting phytochemicals, shows a study by researchers in India.
    — Amy Gorin, NBC News, 2018-05-14
  • Plants — just like humans — have an immune system, and phytochemicals protect them from bacteria, fungi and other harmful influences.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 2023-06-03
  • Additionally, vegetables with high amounts of phytochemicals like carotenoids and chlorophyll have been found to play a role in inhibiting the growth of tumors and reducing cancer risk.
    — Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 2024-04-01
  • What's more, oats are rich in phytochemicals, which are powerful antioxidant compounds that have been linked with cancer-fighting properties. 2.
    — Good Housekeeping, 2018-10-15
  • Fruits and veggies are rich in fiber, nutrients, phytochemicals, and antioxidants that have been shown to fight everything from heart disease, cancers, and stroke to diabetes and poor vision.
    — Joan Salge Blake, BostonGlobe.com, 2018-05-21
  • Blueberries are among the top antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables, packed with phytochemicals that protect our cells from damage by free radicals, compounds that are linked to cancer and aging.
    — Molly Kimball, NOLA.com, 2018-05-15
  • This is a weekly routine to minimize waste and maximize nutrition from the ingredients — vegetable peels and skin have phytochemicals that boost immunity.
    — New York Times, 2020-03-20
  • Watermelon also has loads of phytochemicals like vitamin C and beta-carotene, which research has found to prevent chronic disease and calm bloat triggered by inflammation.
    — Colleen De Bellefonds, Women's Health, 2023-06-30
  • Vinson’s research has shown that a serving of popcorn contains roughly double the amount of polyphenols as a serving of fruit (although fruit may have different or more numerous amounts of other vitamins and healthy phytochemicals).
    — Markham Heid, Time, 2018-03-28
  • They're loaded with vitamins and minerals, and also are rich in phytochemicals, which do things like fight inflammation, promote liver detoxification, and help prevent certain types of cancer.
    — OregonLive.com, 2018-02-08
  • The reason: In the absence of pesticides and fertilizers, plants boost their production of the phytochemicals (vitamins and antioxidants) that strengthen their resistance to bugs and weeds.
    — Jessica Decostole, Redbook, 2017-11-29
  • Whole grains kernels, in their natural state, have three layers, each with health-promoting nutrients, including fiber, vitamins and minerals, antioxidants and phytochemicals.
    — Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 2023-03-23
  • Plants also contain a variety of phytochemicals—bioactive compounds including flavonoids, carotenoids, and polyphenols that, some studies suggest, may be linked to lower risk of chronic diseases like cancer and cardiovascular disease.
    — Carolyn L. Todd, SELF, 2019-08-28
  • Fruits have phytochemicals which may lower the risk of heart disease, certain cancers, diabetes and nerve and brain diseases, according to a 2013 study in Today's Dietitian.
    — Kylie Hermansen, baltimoresun.com, 2017-05-25
  • Naturally-occurring phytochemicals in apples have been implicated as possible disease fighters, according to some research.
    — Barbara Quinn, chicagotribune.com, 2019-10-11

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