Phytonutrients 2 Flashcards
What are the 2 super powers of chlorophyll, linked to its green colour?
- Liver Detoxification
- Binds to toxins in the gut to prevent absorption in the body
In which foods can you find lycopene?
Tomatoes, guava, watermelon
What’s the 3 superpowers of lycopene linked to its red colour?
- Reduction of inflammation
- High in Vit C
- Prostate support
In which foods can you find carotenoids?
Carrots, squash, sweet potatoes, papaya, orange, peppers, melon, turmeric…
What are the 3 superpowers of carotenoids, linked to their yellow/orange colour?
- immunostimulant
- vision
- joint health
In which foods can you find sulphur compounds?
Garlic, onions, leeks, ginger, white cabbage, mushrooms, parsnips
What ate the 3 superpowers of sulphur compounds linked to their white/brown colour?
- heart support
- circulation
- liver detoxification
Name 4 subgroups of Phenols/Polyphenols?
Flavonoids
Phenolic acids
Lignans
Stillbenes
Name 2 types of flavonoids
Quercetin
Kaempferol
