phytonutrient
Americannoun
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Caffeine is a phytonutrient we know well.
From Salon
Another phytonutrient found in this color of vegetables, particularly in garlic, is allicin.
From Salon
As an added bonus, tart cherries have also been shown to aid recovery from exercise — potentially helpful if you’re doing a lot of walking — and they contain anthocyanins, a phytonutrient that helps fight inflammation.
From Seattle Times
Polyphenols, for example, are one type of phytonutrient —substances produced by plants that have benefits for humans — found in coffee.
From Seattle Times
Blueberries — and strawberries to a lesser extent — differ because they are rich in anthocyanins, a type of phytonutrient that has positive effects on the areas of the brain that affect learning and memory.
From Seattle Times
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