Did you know that May is National Asparagus Month? The whole month of May is devoted to celebrating this green, stalky vegetable. A look at the nutritional profile of asparagus quickly provides reason enough as to why asparagus is celebrated for a whole month. Asparagus is a member of the lily family. There are…
Selected Phytochemicals: Potential Functions and Food Sources
Phytochemical Function Food Source Isoflavones Blocks estrogen from entering cells, possibly lowering the risk of ovarian and breast cancer; protects against heart disease by reducing blood clotting and cholesterol levels Soy foods Lycopene Powerful antioxidant; linked to reduced prostate cancer risk Red pigment in tomatoes, pink grapefruit, watermelon, raspberries, strawberries, guava Saponins Interferes with DNA…
