phytonutrient
noun
phy·to·nu·tri·ent
ˌfī-tō-ˈnü-trē-ənt 
-ˈnyü-
: a bioactive plant-derived compound (such as resveratrol) associated with positive health effects
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This means phytonutrients from the skin don't make their way into the wine because the skin is removed during fermentation.
Dry Whites
Since most of the benefits come from the skin, white wine doesn't have the same potentially protective properties as its more colorful counterparts.
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Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health, 8 Apr. 2024
Plants are full of antioxidants and phytonutrients which help reduce inflammation and support the liver.
—Hannah Coates, Glamour, 13 Mar. 2024
An apple a day is said to keep the doctor away, but what about a banana?
Bananas are a great source of fiber, potassium, vitamin C and other antioxidants and phytonutrients, according to Healthline.
—USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2024
Cruciferous vegetables Cruciferous vegetables—broccoli, brussels sprouts, kale, and cabbage—are rich in phytonutrients crucial for reducing inflammation and the risk of cancer.
—Alexa Mikhail, Fortune Well, 16 Mar. 2023
Fibrous foods and phytonutrients existing in fruit, veg and herbs are a great source of prebiotics.
—Tracy Achonwa, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2024
Red peppers are also abundant in flavonoids or phytonutrients, natural compounds that help manage symptoms of cardiovascular disease and keep hormones balanced.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2024
Switching up between green and red varieties helps add a variety of phytonutrients to your diet.
—Treehugger Editors, Treehugger, 7 Sep. 2023
These phytonutrients are impressive antioxidants, helping to reduce inflammation throughout the body and ward off disease-causing free radicals.
—Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2023
Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health, 8 Apr. 2024
Plants are full of antioxidants and phytonutrients which help reduce inflammation and support the liver.
—Hannah Coates, Glamour, 13 Mar. 2024
An apple a day is said to keep the doctor away, but what about a banana?
Bananas are a great source of fiber, potassium, vitamin C and other antioxidants and phytonutrients, according to Healthline.
—USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2024
Cruciferous vegetables Cruciferous vegetables—broccoli, brussels sprouts, kale, and cabbage—are rich in phytonutrients crucial for reducing inflammation and the risk of cancer.
—Alexa Mikhail, Fortune Well, 16 Mar. 2023
Fibrous foods and phytonutrients existing in fruit, veg and herbs are a great source of prebiotics.
—Tracy Achonwa, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2024
Red peppers are also abundant in flavonoids or phytonutrients, natural compounds that help manage symptoms of cardiovascular disease and keep hormones balanced.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2024
Switching up between green and red varieties helps add a variety of phytonutrients to your diet.
—Treehugger Editors, Treehugger, 7 Sep. 2023
These phytonutrients are impressive antioxidants, helping to reduce inflammation throughout the body and ward off disease-causing free radicals.
—Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2023
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phytonutrient
noun
phy·to·nu·tri·ent
ˌfīt-ō-ˈn(y)ü-trē-ənt
: a bioactive plant-derived compound (as resveratrol or sulforaphane) associated with positive health effects
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