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- 5. A carotenoid pigment found in many red and orange vegetables, especially tomatoes.
- 6. A nutritious leafy green with antioxidants, vitamin C, vitamin K, and beta-carotene.
- 8. A type of carbohydrate that the body can't digest or absorb, and that has many benefits for digestion, heart health, blood sugar levels and weight management.
- 10. A category of plant compounds that act as antioxidants, neutralizing free radicals and reducing the risk of chronic conditions like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.
- 12. Various plant compounds that create vibrant colors and impart a range of health benefits when consumed.
- 13. An edible seed, typically kidney-shaped, growing in long pods on certain leguminous plants.
- 16. A wide range of colorful things.
- 17. Molecules found in many plant-based foods that fight free radicals.
- 18. Small fruits that are high in vitamin c, fiber, and antioxidants and may help prevent many chronic diseases.
- 19. Among the most nutrient dense foods, these vegetables contain vitamins K, A, and E; calcium; potassium; fiber; antioxidants; and folate.
- 20. The part of plant-based food (mainly grains and cereals) that doesn’t dissolve in water. It improves gut health and helps regulate bowel movements.
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- 1. The entire seed of a plant, with all three edible parts: bran, germ, and endosperm.
- 2. An easy way to help prevent disease and consume a variety of nutrients needed by the body.
- 3. Vegetable-fruits belonging to the nightshade family that range from green to red in color, and are rich in vitamin C.
- 4. A sweet treat made from the cacao plant that is rich in iron, magnesium, and fiber, as well as flavanols, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
- 7. Compounds produced by plants that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
- 9. A nutrient-dense plant in the cabbage family with large green flower heads that is an excellent source of vitamin C and vitamin K, and provides valuable amounts of calcium and magnesium.
- 11. Essential elements present in food that our bodies need to develop and function properly.
- 14. A type of carbohydrate that dissolves in water and forms a gel-like substance in the digestive tract. It helps slow down digestion, control cholesterol and blood sugar levels, and relieve diarrhea.
- 15. A group of organic compounds which are essential for normal growth and nutrition and are required in small quantities in the diet because they cannot be synthesized by the body.