Chemoprevention--a novel approach in dietetics.
Chemoprotective potential of naturally occurring phytochemicals in food is a major area of scientific interest. Results acquired from epidemiologic studies suggest a reduced risk of degenerative diseases with high phytochemical consumption. Bioavailability of phytochemicals is a critical issue, though their significant absorption has been demonstrated. Phytochemicals possess an array of biochemical and pharmacological qualities like antioxidative, anticarcinogenic, antimicrobial, cholesterol-lowering and antithrombotic activities.
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Institute for Biological Chemistry & Nutrition, University of Hohenheim, Stuttgart, Germany. andlauer@uni-hohenheim.de
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D016588:Anticarcinogenic Agents / Q000737:chemistry / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D001682:Biological Availability; D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control*; D018890:Chemoprevention; D004032:Diet; D019587:Dietary Supplements; D006801:Humans; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000517:prevention & control; D008517:Phytotherapy; D010936:Plant Extracts / Q000493:pharmacokinetics / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D010944:Plants / Q000737:chemistry / Q000627:therapeutic use*
D016588:Anticarcinogenic Agents; D010936:Plant Extracts