Phytochemicals: What You Should Know - A Quick Booklet about Phytonutrients

by Sarah Sparrow

Phytochemicals are bioactive compounds found in natural sources, particularly in plant foods. These elements work with the existing nutrients and fiber in fruits and vegetables to boost the body’s immune system to make it resistant to diseases and infections.Filling up one’s diet with fruits and vegetables that are rich in phytochemicals lowers the risk of developing chronic diseases like cancer, heart diseases, and diabetes. Its antioxidant properties also help in protecting the body from free radicals in the environment and the food we eat. As cancer-causing agents are deactivated and controlled, you can live a healthier and happier life.If you want to know more about phytochemicals and its effects on the body then “ You Should Know - A Quick Booklet about Phytonutrients” help you learn Phytochemicals WorkMost Common Phytochemicals Found in Fruits and VegetablesCarotenoidsFlavonoidsSulphoraphaneLimoneneIndolesAllium CompoundCharacteristics and Colors of Phytochemicals in Fruits and VeggiesRedGreenBlue and PurpleYellow and OrangeWhite/ Brown/ TanA to Z of Fruits and Vegetables that are Rich in PhytochemicalsBenefits of PhytochemicalsVariety MattersFood Processing and PhytochemicalsPhytochemicals as Protection from DiseasesGet a copy of this book today and discover how phytochemicals can help you live a healthier life.

15 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 16, 2012

About the author

Sarah Sparrow is a staunch advocate of healthy eating, fitness and clean living. She is into yoga, kickboxing, cycling and swimming. She is passionate about sharing her healthy lifestyle with others and have written several best selling Amazon ebooks about the Paleo Diet, juicing, Superfoods, losing weight and other health related topics.

Sarah lives in California with her beagle named Clouie.