Some studies show that phytochemicals have the following
benefits:
Act as antioxidants
Stimulate detoxification enzymes
Stimulate the immune system
Positively affect hormones
Act as antibacterial or antiviral agents
Phytochemicals are usually related to the color of fruits and
vegetables- green, yellow-orange, red, blue-purple, and white.
Hundreds of phytochemicals have been discovered.
GREEN BENEFITS
Lutein and Zeaxanthin Turnip, Collard, and Mustard Greens,
Kale, Spinach, Lettuce, Broccoli, Green peas, Kiwi, Honeydew
Melon
Indoles Broccoli, Cabbage, Brussels Sprouts, Bok Choy, Arugala,
Swiss Chard, Turnips, Rutabaga, Watercress, Cauliflower, Kale
Vitamin K Swiss Chard, Kale, Brussels Sprouts, Spinach, Turnip
Greens, Watercress, Endive, Lettuce, Mustard Greens, Cabbage
Potassium Leafy greens, Broccoli
RED BENEFITS
Vitamin C Cranberries, Pink grapefruit, Raspberries, Strawberries,
Watermelon, Red Cabbage, Red Pepper, Radishes, Tomatoes
Anthocyanins Raspberries, Cherries, Strawberries, Cranberries,
Beets, Apples, Red Cabbage, Red Onion, Kidney Beans, Red Beans
YELLOW/ORANGE BENEFITS
Beta-Carotene & Vitamin A Carrots, Sweet potatoes, Pumpkin,
Butternut Squash, Cantaloupe, Mangoes, Apricots, Peaches
Bioflavonoids & Vitamin C  Oranges, Grapefruit, Lemons,
Tangerines, Clementines, Peaches, Papaya, Apricots, Nectarines,
Pears, Pineapple, Yellow Raisins, Yellow Pepper
Potassium Bananas, Oranges, Grapefruit, Lemons, Pineapple,
Apricots
phytochemical
benefits
September 5, 2008
A phytochemical (fight-o-chemical) is a natural bioactive
compound found in fruits and vegetables that works together
with vitamins, minerals, and fiber to promote good benefit
your health in many ways. The bioactive functions of
phytochemicals  or the way they work in your body is an
ongoing area of research.
BLUE/PURPLE BENEFITS
Anthocyanins & Vitamin C Blueberries, Blackberries, Purple
Grapes, Black Currants, Elderberries
Phenolics Dried Plums (Prunes), Raisins, Plums, Eggplant
WHITE BENEFITS
Allium & Allicin Garlic, Onions, Leeks, Scallions, Chives
MAJOR NUTRIENT

DIET.
SUPPLEMENT
PhytoChemicals
Antioxidants

A-Z Health Foods,  
Products

Acetyl-L Carnitine
Acidophilus
Alfalfa
Almond
Aloe vera
Andrographis
Aniseed
Apple
Arnica
Ashwagandha
Asian Pears
Asparagus
Astaxanthin,
Astragulus
Artichoke
Avena sativa
Avocados
Barley
Banana
Basil
Beet
black cohosh
Bladderwrack
Blackberry
Black Currant
Bloodroot
Blueberry
Bilberry
Bitter Melon
Borage Seed Oil
Boswellia
Black Soya Bean
Broccoli
Bromelain
Brown Seaweed
Brussels Sprout
Butterbur
Burdock
Cabbage
Cactus
Caffeine
Calcium
Calendula
Canola oil
Cauliflower
Cat's Claw
Cayenne
Celadrin
Celery
Chamomile
Chaparral
Cherry
Chokeberry
Chondroitin
Chitosan
Chlorophyll
Chromium
Cinnamon
CLA
Cocoa
Cod Liver Oil
Coenzyme Q
Coffee
Comfrey
Conj. Linoleic Acid
Colostrum
Colloidal Silver
Cordyceps
Corn
Cranberry
Creatine
Curcumin
Damiana
Dandelion
Danggui_Buxue
Devil's Claw
DHEA
Dill
Dong Quai
EGCG
Echinacea
Eleuthero
Ellagic Acid
Eucalyptus G.
Eve. Primrose Oil
Falcarinol
Fennel
Fenugreek
Feverfew
Folate
Fish Oil
Flaxseed Meal
Flaxseed /Linseed
Garcinia C.
Garlic
Galangal
Ghrelin
Ginger
Ginseng
Ginseng/Ginkgo
Ginkgo Biloba
Glucosamine
Goldenseal
Gotu Kola
GRAPE SEED
EXTRACT
Green Coffee Bean
Green Tea
Growth Hormone
Stimulants
Goldenseal
Guar Gum
Guggul
Gymnema
Hawthorn
Hoodia
Hop
Horse Chestnut
Horsetail
Huperzine A
Hyaluronic acid
Isothiocyanates
Kava Kava
Kelp
L-arginine
Lavender
Lecithin
Lemon balm
Licorice
Lingonberry
Lutein
Lycopene
Maca
Maitake
Mango
Mangosteen
Marshmallow
Melatonin
Milk Thistle
Mistletoe
N-Acetylcysteine
Nattokinase
Nectarines
Octacosanol
Olive Oil
Omegic Fatty
Acids
Onion
Orange
Oregon Grape
Pantethine
Papaya
Passion Flower
PEANUT
Peach
Peony
Pepper
Peppermint
Persimmons
Phellinus linteus
Phosphatidyl
serine
Phyllanthus
Potato
Plum
Pomegranate
Probiotics
Policosanol /
Polycosanol
Propolis
Pumpkin
Pycnogenol
Pyruvate
Quercetin
Quince
Radish
Red Clover
Red Yeast Rice
Reishi / Lingzhi
Resveratrol
Rhodiola
Rhubarb
Rice Bran Oil
Rosemary
Royal Jelly
Rutin
S-adenosyl-L-
methionine
Saffron
Saw Palmetto
Schisandra
Selenium
Spinach
Spirulina
Squash
Stinging Nettle
St John Wort
Strawberry
Sweet Potatoes
Taxifolin
Tea Tree Oil
Turmeric [Curry]
Tyrosine
Shark Cartilage
Soy
Stevia
Valerian
Vitamin D
Vitex
Walnuts
Watermelon
Whey
Wild Yam
Witch Hazel
Wormwood
Xylitol
Yarrow
Yohimbe
Yucca
5-Hydroxytrpto
phan

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Alkaloids

* Caffeine
* Theobromine
* Theophylline
 Monoterpenes

* Geraniol
* Limonene
Anthocyanins

* Cyanidin
 Organosulfides

* Allicin (Garlic)
* Glutathione
* Indole-3-Carbinol
* Isothiocyanates
* Sulforaphane
Carotenoids

* Beta-Carotene
* Lycopene
 Other Phytochemicals

* Damnacanthal
* Digoxin
* Phytic acid
Coumestans
 Phenolic Acids

* Capsaicin / Capsaicin
* Ellagic Acid
* Gallic acid
* Rosmarinic acid
* Tannic Acid
Flavan-3-Ols
 Phytosterols

* Beta-Sitosterol
Flavonoids

* Epicatechin
* Hesperidin
* Kaempferol
* Naringin
* Nobiletin
* Proanthocyanidins
* Quercetin
* Resveratrol
* Rutin
* Tangeretin
 Saponins
Hydroxycinnamic Acids

* Chicoric acid
* Coumarin
* Ferulic acid
* Scopoletin
 Triterpenoids

* Ursolic acid
Isoflavones

* Daidzein
* Genistein
 Xanthophylls

* Astaxanthin
* Beta-Cryptoxanthin
Lignans

* Silymarin (Milk Thistle)
  
Monophenols

* Hydroxytyrosol
  
The following is another classification for your
reference: