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phytochemicals

noun

/ˌfaɪ.təʊˈkem.ɪ.kəlz/

Meaning

Natural chemical compounds produced by plants that provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition, often having antioxidant properties.

Phytochemicals in green tea help reduce inflammation.

plant compounds, natural antioxidants, bioactive molecules

synthetic chemicals, artificial additives, harmful substances

a thing designed or used for inflicting bodily harm or physical damage

the act of formally ending or breaking apart something, such as an organization or marriage

The process of a business enlarging or varying its range of products or field of operation.

an expression of great enthusiasm or an epic musical composition

The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

the state of existing before something else