Chapter 14: Phytochemicals and Functional Foods Flashcards
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phytochemicals
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protect against DNA damage
2
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soybeans
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contain phytoestrogens: isoflavone genistein, mimic estrogen with antioxidant activity
3
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lycopene
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a beta carotenen pigment powerful antioxidant, inhibits cancer cell growth
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