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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 teacher, especially a strict or formal one

a woman who is married to someone

A strong desire to travel and explore the world.

A deadly or virulent epidemic disease that spreads rapidly.

a mistaken belief or misunderstanding

The greater number; the larger part of something.