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Are foods not supplements the best and safest source of phytochemicals?
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∙ 14y ago
Absolutely! Do what I do. "Eat a rainbow, every day" Red, yellow, orange, green, blue and purple.
That would translate to, 1/2 cup of tomato sauce, a banana, an orange, a large green salad (lightly dressed, please!), a handful of frozen blueberries and 12oz of Concord Grape Juice. There are endless variations of the theme! Raw is almost always better than canned (a few exceptions are tomatoes, pumpkin and sweet potato which are actually MORE nutritious than their raw counterparts.) Frozen is okay but suboptimal.
Then, ON TOP of that, take a daily multivitamin.
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Nonnutritive compounds found in plant-derived foods that have biological activity in the body?
phytochemicals
What are nonnutritive compounds found in plant-derived foods that have biological activity in the body?
Phytochemicals
What chemical in foods nourish the body?
Principal nutrients are: fats, proteins, glucides.
Read the following argument The healthiest foods in the world are whole foods that have not been highly processed or supplemented.?
Whole foods are loaded with fiber, vitamins, minerals, and even phytochemicals that can protect cells against damage.
Naturally occurring substances found in plant foods that help prevent chronic diseases are?
phytochemicals
How can you ensure that you're getting enough phytochemicals?
Scientists estimate that there may be as many as 10,000 different phytochemicals, and more are being discovered every day. There is therefore no way that you can eat a diet high in meat and processed foods and low in fruits and vegetables and ever expect to even come close to consuming the amount of phytochemicals that you need to stay healthy. And because more phytochemicals are being discovered every day, there is no way that you can expect to get all the ones you need to stay healthy from supplements alone. Eating large amounts of brightly colored fruits and vegetables (yellow, orange, red, green, white, blue, purple), whole grains, and beans is the only way to get the phytochemicals you need to stay healthy.
Nonnutrient substances found in plant foods that show biological activity in the body are commonly known as?
phytochemicals
What are the safest diet foods for children?
The safest foods for anyone is generally the most natural ones, fruits and vegetables. Stick with non-greasy foods and stay away from fast food restaurants.
What is a blanced diet?
A balanced diet is diet that has a variety of nutrient-rich foods that are a good source of protein, carbohydrates, fat, fiber, vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and antioxidants. A balanced diet will provide your body with the all the nutrients it needs for vibrant health.
Phytochemicals found in foods are important because?
Phytochemicals found in foods are important because they can bind to cell walls and help to prevent infections. They also react to free radicals to help protect against cancer.
What are advantages of protein supplements?
Fast digesting protein foods are best eaten early in the morning, and post-workout. The BV value of whey protein makes it the perfect protein source at these times.Protein Supplements can be cost effective. Some protein foods, such as beef and fish, can be quite costly per 30 gram serving.
Does ascorbic acid come from a natural source?
Pure Ascorbic Acid which is generally used for food supplements and in foods is generally NOT from a natural source. It is synthetised by a chemical reaction, sometimes also by using genetically modified organisms.
