Question

For the three phytochemicals listed, explain which foods they are contained in, and what health effect each may play in preventing a specific disease or condition in at least 4 paragraphs.

1. carotenoids

2. polyphenols

3. flavonoids

Answer 1

1. CAROTINOIDS:- following foods are enriched:-
carrots, alricots,mangoes,sweet potato,spinach, coriander,turnip green etc.

HEALTH EFFECTS:- Carotinoids have beneficial health effect due to-
a) antioxidant activity
b) biochemical ability to affect signal
transmission in cells.
- cancer, cardiovascular diseases, eye diseases, neurodegenerative Diseases.

2. POLYPHENOLS:- these are micronutrients obtained through plant-based foods as follow-
-Cloves,cocoa powder, berries, beans, nuts, soyabean,green leafy vegetables etc.

HEALTH BENEFITS:- polyphenols have antioxidants and potential health benefits.
- these can be beneficial in following disease:-
cardiovascular disease
type 2 diabetes
cancer
neurodegenerative disorders
Oxidative stress etc.

3. FLAVONOIDS:- these are a diverse group of phytonutrients found in almost all fruits and vegetables, as below-
- tea,citrus fruits, berries,red wine, apple and legumes.

HEALTH BENEFITS:- flavonoids are protective in following Diseases-
- cancer, cardiovascular disease, asthma and stroke etc.