Phytonutrients have been usefull for millenia.

Effects of Phytonutrients

Their polyphenol antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects have been soundly documented. They are beneficial in reducing the risk of and combating cancer. They are strong anti-viral and anti-bacterial agents. There are a number of new trials underway that show promising potential for therapeutic use of and beneficial effects of these natural chemicals. A recent science nutritional study showed that a broccoli and tomato rich diet can inhibit the growth of prostate cancer more effectively than the leading drug treatment.

Xanthones are plant derived nutrients or phytochemicals. They are found in large concentrations in mangosteen fruit. Some of these xanthones have strong antioxidant and anti-bacterial activity.

Proanthocyanidins are phytonutrients (flavonoids) with powerful antioxidant properties. They are found in numerous plant and food sources.

Effects of Food Processing

Food processing destroys these chemicals. It may not be an accident that there has been a marked increase in illness attributed to a deficiency of phytochemicals. Modern food processing ingredients include refined sugars and flours, that are known to have ill health effects.The top phytochemical foods can be viewed by visiting : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/phytochemical

Organics

Just remember that raw organic food, processed in a cleansed and efficient digestive tract is your road to improved health. Use supplements judiciously and advise your health care practitioner of your actions. Together we can all benefit from an acute awareness of our environment and how it affects us.

Some Facts

There are over 900 phytochemicals found in food. Lutein makes corn yellow, caotene makes carrots orange, anthocyanin makes blueberries blue and lycopene makes tomatoes red. These nutrients include caotenoids, isoflavones, protease inhibitors, indoles, flavinoids and capsecin. They promote good health by building a strong immune system and strong, healthy blood vessels. They are very diversified in their physiologic and pharmacologic effects, these phytonutrients.

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