Fruits,+Veggies,+Phytochemicals

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Oranges-- Contain many phytochemical, including Flavonoid. Some of the activities linked to flavonoids include anti-allergic, anti-cancer, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-viral. The flavonoids quercetin is known for its ability to relieve hay fever, eszema, sinusitis, and asthma. http://www.phytochemicals.info/phytochemicals/flavonoids.php -- Rachel S.

Watermelon - Watermelons contain the phytochemical lycopene. Lycopene is found in other red fruits and vegitables (such as tomatoes). Research has shown that there is an inverse relation between the comsumption of lycopene and cancer risk, particularly prostate cancer. [], [] - Ryan R.

Bananas - They may help prevent against cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure, intestinal disease, osteoporosis, and stroke. They are an excellent source of energizing carbohydrate and potassium. Some phytochemicals in bananas are vitamin C, folate, and the antioxidant glutathione, all help to prevent cancer and heart disease. - http://www.saveonfoods.com/foodnutrition/top_100_foods/bananas.htm - Kelsey J.

Apples- Apples are a widely consumed, rich source of phytochemicals, and epidemiological studies have linked the consumption of apples with reduced risk of some cancers, cardiovascular disease, asthma, and diabetes. In the laboratory, apples have been found to have very strong antioxidant activity, inhibit cancer cell proliferation, decrease lipid oxidation, and lower cholesterol. Apples contain a variety of phytochemicals, including quercetin, catechin, phloridzin and chlorogenic acid, all of which are strong antioxidants. []- Marla G.

Kiwi: beta-carotene (precursor to v. A, immune function, bone and skin health), lutein (slow macular degeneration, reduces amoutn of free radical damage to eyes), anthocyanins (lowers risk of cancer, unrinary tract health, memory function, healthy aging), and ellagic acid (prevents some cancers) -Megan J.

Carrots- Contain b eta-carotene that may help to slow the aging process, reduce the risk of certain types of cancer, improve lung function, and reduce complications associated with diabetes. Straberries- Contain ellagic acid that is a phenolic compound that may reduce the risk of certain types of cancer and decrease cholesterol levels. http://www.tonytantillo.com/reference/phyto.html -Carlee H.

Granny Smith Apples- phenolic acids, flavan-3-ols, flavonoids and dihydrochalcons were all listed as phytochemicals, it was said that this could help reduce the risk of heart disease.- Mike M [|http://www.doiserbia.nb.rs/(A(XLXjYBDsyQEkAAAANTk1YjJiODYtY2JkMy00NTQ5LWI1NjktM2ViYmMyYWQ0NjBlgwKt8Ko37nFc1ehaA1U2lNYLHWY1))/img/doi/1450-7188/2008/1450-71880839201S.pdf]

Carrots- Many different phytochemicals are found in carrots, these phytochemicals could reduce the risk of many diseases, including cancer, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, cataracts, osteoporosis, and urinary tract infections. -Mike M []

Broccoli-contain the phytochemicals isothiocyanates, indoles, and sulphoraphane. Broccoli is low in fat and calories and are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It is high in antioxidant and anticancer compounds. [] -Kristin R.

Raspberries- Red Raspberries contain strong antioxidants such as Vitamin C, quercetin and gallic acid that fight against cancer, heart and circulatory disease and age-related decline. They are high in ellagic acid, a known chemopreventative, and have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. http://berryhealth.fst.oregonstate.edu/health_healing/fact_sheets/red_raspberry_facts.htm -Laura M.

Potatoes-have identified 60 different kinds of phytochemicals and vitamins in the skins and flesh of potatoes, These phenols included the flavonoids subgroup, which may play a role in helping diminish cardiovascular disease, respiratory problems and certain cancers,also found were vitamin C, folic acid, quercetin and kukoamines. These last compounds are of interest for their potential to lower blood pressure,http://www.ars.usda.gov/IS/pr/2007/070907.htm- Derek J.