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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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Experimental research suggests that some bioactive compounds in coffee have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which may contribute to its possible benefits.

From Science Daily Jul. 22, 2026

They also tested how well Novel VK entered cells and converted into bioactive MK-4.

From Science Daily May 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

It is best known today as a zero calorie natural sweetener, but research shows it also contains a wide range of bioactive compounds.

From Science Daily Jan. 14, 2026

The work, published in Magnetic Medicine, describes a core -- shell structure made from iron oxide nanoparticles wrapped in a thin coating of bioactive glass.

From Science Daily Jan. 7, 2026

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