phytochemical
/ˌfaɪtoʊˈkɛmɪkəl/
noun
- A chemical compound produced by plants, often with health benefits such as antioxidant or anti-inflammatory effects.
- Eating a variety of plant foods ensures you get different phytochemicals.
- Broccoli contains phytochemicals that may help prevent cancer.
- Many phytochemicals give fruits and vegetables their bright colors.
adjective
- Relating to the chemical compounds found in plants.
- Phytochemical research has led to new medicines from rainforest plants.
- The lab specializes in phytochemical analysis of herbal teas.
- Phytochemical properties of turmeric include anti-inflammatory effects.