Superfoods, Phytochemicals, Antioxidants, Probiotics and Prebiotics by BAILEY BENNER https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj en-us 2023-03-24 12:38:06 UTC 2025-10-11 01:15:37 UTC hello@padlet.com Superfoods bennerbailey https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530379091 Superfood has no clear definition but it is usually taken to mean a food that is high in beneficial substances and low in unhealthy ones. 
(How food works pg.108)]]> 2023-03-24 12:51:23 UTC https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530379091 Superfoods bennerbailey https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530381317 Superfoods can help improve health, combat disease, or both. Some superfoods are broccoli, kale, beets, garlic, avocado, blueberry, and almonds. 
(How food works pg.108)]]> 2023-03-24 12:53:00 UTC https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530381317 Phytochemicals williamsalexander1 https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530382399 Phytochemicals are any chemicals produced by plants. They are commonly associated with phytonutrients because of how similar they are.

(How Food Works pg. 110)]]> 2023-03-24 12:53:43 UTC https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530382399 Antioxidants bennerbailey https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530390211 Antioxidant is a substance such as vitamin C or E that removes potentially damaging oxidizing agents in a living organism. 

https://www.google.com/search?q=antioxidants+definition&rlz=1CAXLEN_enUS726US727&ei=2J0dZLDDMc2s0PEP7-CPyAw&oq=antioxidants+de&gs_lcp=Cgxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAQARgAMggIABCABBCxAzIFCAAQgAQyBQgAEIAEMgUIABCABDIFCAAQgAQyBQgAEIAEMgUIABCABDIFCAAQgAQyBQgAEIAEMgUIABCABDoKCAAQRxDWBBCwAzoKCAAQigUQsAMQQzoKCAAQigUQsQMQQzoHCAAQigUQQ0oECEEYAFDbAliQBWD9DmgBcAF4AIABfYgBqAKSAQMyLjGYAQCgAQHIAQrAAQE&sclient=gws-wiz-serp&safe=active&ssui=on]]> 2023-03-24 12:59:40 UTC https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530390211 Phytochemicals williamsalexander1 https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530391468 Phytochemicals can be categorized according to chemical type. These categories include Terpenes, Organosulfides, Saponins, Cartenoids, and Polyphenols. 

(How Food Works pg.110)]]> 2023-03-24 13:00:40 UTC https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530391468 Antioxidants bennerbailey https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530399359 Antioxidants are man-made or natural substances that can prevent or delay some types of cell damage. Diets high in vegetables and fruits have a good sources of antioxidants, they have been found to be healthy. However, research has not shown antioxidant supplements to be beneficial in preventing diseases.
https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/antioxidants-in-depth]]> 2023-03-24 13:06:27 UTC https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530399359 Probiotics williamsalexander1 https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530399912 Probiotics are live microorganisms that are intended to have health benefits when consumed or applied to the body. These live microorganisms are good for your digestive system and most types are already living there.

https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/probiotics-what-you-need-to-know#:~:text=What%20are%20probiotics%3F,dietary%20supplements%2C%20and%20beauty%20products.]]> 2023-03-24 13:06:54 UTC https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530399912 Probiotics williamsalexander1 https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530409568 Common foods that have Probiotics in them include, yogurt, sauerkraut, pickles, kimchi, sourdough bread and some cheeses.

https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/how-to-get-more-probiotics#:~:text=The%20most%20common%20fermented%20foods,sourdough%20bread%20and%20some%20cheeses.]]> 2023-03-24 13:14:23 UTC https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530409568 Prebiotic bennerbailey https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530416984 Prebiotics are specialized plant fibers which act like fertilizers that stimulate the growth of healthy bacteria in the gut. They are found in many fruits and vegetables, especially the ones that contain complex carbohydrates. 

https://www.mayoclinic.org/prebiotics-probiotics-and-your-health/art-20390058#:~:text=Prebiotics%20are%20specialized%20plant%20fibers,as%20fiber%20and%20resistant%20starch.]]> 2023-03-24 13:19:50 UTC https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2530416984 Prebiotics williamsalexander1 https://padlet.com/bennerbailey/gxh55trweo97xvaj/wish/2533017282 Nowadays, the list of prebiotic supplements might be even longer, but they usually contain a complex carbohydrate such as fiber. Supplement companies market products to specific conditions, such as bone health and weight management, claiming that their ingredients enhance the growth of specific kinds of bacteria.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/prebiotics-probiotics-and-your-health/art-20390058#:~:text=Prebiotics%20are%20specialized%20plant%20fibers,as%20fiber%20and%20resistant%20starch.
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