Bioactive compounds

A class of chemical found in plants and certain foods which have biological activity in human or animals.

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Bioactive foods

Examples of bioactive foods include fruits, vegetables, nuts, oils, and whole grains.

Promotion of good health

Bioactive compounds have actions in the body that may promote good health.

Antioxidant defence stratification

Cancer prevention

Bioactive compounds are being studied in the prevention of cancer, heart disease, and other diseases.

Examples

Examples of bioactive compounds include lycopene, resveratrol, lignan, tannins, and indoles.

Antioxidant properties

Bioactive compounds can influence energy intake, reduce pro-inflammatory state, oxidative stress, and help in metabolic disorders. Epidemiological studies indicate that high consumption of foods rich in bioactive compounds with antioxidant activity, including vitamins, phytochemicals, and mainly phenolic compounds, such as flavonoids and carotenoids, has a positive effect on human health and could diminish the risk of numerous diseases.

Other names

• Phytochemicals
• Neutraceuticals
• Antioxidants

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