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bioactive

British  
/ ˌbaɪəʊˈæktɪv /

adjective

  1. (of a substance) having or producing an effect on living tissue

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

bioactive Scientific  
/ bī′ō-ăktĭv /
  1. Relating to a substance that has an effect on living tissue.


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The cultivated Spirulina also contained other bioactive compounds associated with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immune-boosting properties.

From Science Daily Aug. 30, 2026

Many act as producers of bioactive compounds, which are chemicals that can influence biological processes and may have medical or industrial value.

From Science Daily May 8, 2026

In a landmark demonstration, the CiQUS team synthesized a bioactive compound directly from methane for the first time.

From Science Daily Feb. 27, 2026

It also assessed the nutrient and bioactive profile of pecans, including unsaturated fats, fiber and polyphenols, and identified gaps that should be addressed in future research.

From Science Daily Feb. 22, 2026

Enzymes are essential to cannabinoid production in cannabis, driving the chemical reactions that create these bioactive compounds with recognized medicinal potential.

From Science Daily Jan. 15, 2026

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