Definitions for PHYTOCHEMICAL
ˌfaɪ təˈkɛm ɪ kəl; ˈfaɪ təˌkɛm-phy·to·chem·i·cal

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1. phytochemicalnoun

   a chemical substance obtained from plants that is biologically active but not nutritive

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1. phytochemicalnoun

   Any chemical substance characteristic of plants.

2. phytochemicalnoun

   Any chemical or nutrient derived from a plant source; a phytonutrient.

3. phytochemicaladjective

   Of or pertaining to phytochemistry

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1. Phytochemical

   Phytochemicals are chemical compounds produced by plants, generally to help them resist fungi, bacteria and plant virus infections, and also consumption by insects and other animals. The name comes from Greek φυτόν (phyton) 'plant'. Some phytochemicals have been used as poisons and others as traditional medicine. As a term, phytochemicals is generally used to describe plant compounds that are under research with unestablished effects on health, and are not scientifically defined as essential nutrients. Regulatory agencies governing food labeling in Europe and the United States have provided guidance for industry to limit or prevent health claims about phytochemicals on food product or nutrition labels.

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1. phytochemical

   A phytochemical is a biologically active, naturally occurring chemical compound found in plants. These compounds, also known as phytonutrients, contribute to the plant's color, aroma, flavor, and health-promoting properties. They are extensively used in medicine and other applications due to their varied health benefits in humans. Examples include antioxidants and anti-inflammatory substances.

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1. Phytochemicaladjective

   relating to phytochemistry

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1. Phytochemical

   Phytochemicals, chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants. Some are responsible for color and other organoleptic properties, such as the deep purple of blueberries and the smell of garlic. The term is generally used to refer to those chemicals that may have biological significance, for example antioxidants, but are not established as essential nutrients. Scientists estimate that there may be as many as 10,000 different phytochemicals having the potential to affect diseases such as cancer, stroke or metabolic syndrome.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=PHYTOCHEMICAL
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Phytochemical
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phytochemical
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/PHYTOCHEMICAL
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=PHYTOCHEMICAL