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Phytonutrients

What are Phytonutrients?

Phytonutrients, also called phytochemicals or antioxidants, are compounds produced by plants that provide health benefits to the body. Find information about carotenoids, flavonoids, isoflavones, and other types of phytonutrients below.

General Resources

More Phytonutrients

The Micronutrient Information Center at the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University contains detailed research and summaries of various phytochemicals including chlorophyll, lignans, and resveratrol.

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