Phytochemicals: Health Effects and Antioxidant Properties - by Suzi Hopton (Hardcover)

About the Book

Phytochemicals refer to the wide range of naturally occurring compounds produced by biologically significant plants. They are mainly found in vegetables, grains, fruits, beans, and other plants. They have positive effects on human health as they have antioxidant potential. For instance, flavonoid is a phytochemical that is obtained through a plant-based diet and has health-promoting effects. Phytochemicals, natural antioxidants, and fat-soluble bioactives are present in nuts such as cashew, hazelnut, almond, pecan, peanut, walnut, and pistachio. The major types of dietary flavonoid consist of flavanones, flavonols, isoflavones, flavones, anthocyanins, and flavan-3-ols. A diet rich in flavonoids can decrease the risk of cancer and cardiovascular diseases. It prevents cellular damage, which, in turn, slows down the process of aging. This book provides significant information to help develop a good understanding of phytochemicals along with its health effects and antioxidant properties. The readers would gain knowledge that would broaden their perspective in this area.

Book Synopsis

Phytochemicals refer to the wide range of naturally occurring compounds produced by biologically significant plants. They are mainly found in vegetables, grains, fruits, beans, and other plants. They have positive effects on human health as they have antioxidant potential. For instance, flavonoid is a phytochemical that is obtained through a plant-based diet and has health-promoting effects. Phytochemicals, natural antioxidants, and fat-soluble bioactives are present in nuts such as cashew, hazelnut, almond, pecan, peanut, walnut, and pistachio. The major types of dietary flavonoid consist of flavanones, flavonols, isoflavones, flavones, anthocyanins, and flavan-3-ols. A diet rich in flavonoids can decrease the risk of cancer and cardiovascular diseases. It prevents cellular damage, which, in turn, slows down the process of aging. This book provides significant information to help develop a good understanding of phytochemicals along with its health effects and antioxidant properties. The readers would gain knowledge that would broaden their perspective in this area.