Focus on Phytochemicals

Question 1

_____ include isoflavones and lignins, found in soybeans, flaxseed, and barley

Answer 1

phytoestrogens

Question 2

_____ are rich in cruciferous veggies and garlic/onions/leeks/shallots; ____-containing

Answer 2

indoles and alliums, sulfur

Question 3

_____ are the blue/red/yellow pigments found in veggies, fruits, wine, grape juice, chocolate, tea; strong ______

Answer 3

flavonoids, antioxidants

Question 4

_____ are the yellow-orange pigments found in plants (and some fish/bird); have _____ activity

Answer 4

carotenoids, vitamin A activity

Question 5

foods that provide health benefits beyond classic nutrition

Answer 5

functional foods

Question 6

health-promoting substances found in plant foods

Answer 6

phytochemicals

Question 7

health-promoting substances found in animal foods

Answer 7

zoochemicals