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Any of various bioactive chemical compounds found in plants, as antioxidants, considered to be beneficial to human health;

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  • It's a natural plant defense molecule, or "phytonutrient," that's found in grapes (and therefore red wine), as well as in peanuts, berries, and a Chinese herb called hu...
  • Plant foods are known to contain 'phytonutrient' chemicals that can protect the heart and arteries and prevent cancers.
  • Mint contains a phytonutrient called perillyl alcohol.
  • This phytonutrient prevents the occurrence of colon, skin and lung cancer.
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