Phytochemicals (phytonutrients) are plant chemicals. They have been identified in plant foods such as fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans, and whole grains. Unlike vitamins and minerals, most ...

Fruits and vegetables as well as other whole foods contain the plant chemicals, which protect against heart disease, cancer, other diseases "Eat your fruits and vegetables" is familiar nutritional ...

In a recent study published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition, researchers summarized the potential therapeutic implications of phytochemicals on the gut-brain axis (GBA). The enteric ...

Chemoprevention of colorectal cancer has been the focus of intensive research for more than two decades. Epidemiological evidence has shown a small, but significant association between fruit and ...

Those phytochemicals -- natural plant-based compounds that give fruits and vegetables a reputation as healthy food -- could be unhealthy if consumed in high doses in dietary supplements, teas or other ...

The cheeseburger and French fries might look tempting, but eating a serving of broccoli or leafy greens first could help people battle metabolic processes that lead to obesity and heart disease, a new ...

Research highlights the potential of plant-derived compounds in addressing chronic conditions like obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease by targeting inflammation, oxidative stress, and ...

Sara Novak is a science journalist and contributing writer for Discover Magazine, who covers new scientific research on the climate, mental health, and paleontology. View Full Profile. We’re told that ...

Rosemary is a popular evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean and used in cooking all over the world. Its leaves can be eaten fresh or dried, and it is popularly consumed as a tea or ...