Vitamins and Minerals

Question 1

Flavonoids

Answer 1

Plant compounds ,found in many vegetables and fruits, that can possibly provide health benefits.

Question 2

Phytochemical

Answer 2

Compounds found in plant foods that can possibly help.

Question 3

Ellagic Acid

Answer 3

An antioxidant naturally found in many fruits and vegetables.

Question 4

Carcinogen

Answer 4

Substances capable of causing cancer.

Question 5

Nutrient-dense

Answer 5

Foods rich in nutrients important for health, without too much saturated fat, added sugars and sodium.

Question 6

Polyphenols

Answer 6

Class of compounds found in many foods.

Question 7

Carotenoids

Answer 7

Warm color fat-soluble pigments found in plants, algae, and photosynthetic bacteria.

Question 8

Terpenes

Answer 8

Naturally occurring chemical compounds found in plants and some animals . Responsible for the way most plants smell.

Question 9

Cruciferous

Answer 9

A family of vegetables that include broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, cabbage, kale, collards, turnips, and etc

Question 10

Phytochemicals

Answer 10

Chemicals produced by plants. Chemicals from plants that may affect health, but aren’t essential nutrients.