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Phytonutrients

The main groups of plant compounds we cover, from carotenoids and flavonoids to phytosterols and caffeine, each with its foods, studies and safety notes.

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5 phytonutrients

  • Carotenoids

    Carotenoids are the orange, red and yellow pigments of carrots, tomatoes and leafy greens. Six compared, with USDA values, benefits and food sources.

  • Flavonoids

    Flavonoids are the plant pigments in tea, berries, citrus and onions. See six subclasses, 23 compounds with USDA values per 100 g, benefits and foods.

  • Misc

    Other plant and food compounds that matter for health, such as oxalates, histamine, tyramine, choline, citric acid and inositol, with sources and evidence.

  • Phytosterols

    Phytosterols are plant sterols that lower LDL cholesterol at 2 g a day. See sitosterol, campesterol and stigmasterol, top foods per 100 g and safety.

  • Xanthines

    Methylxanthines are the stimulant compounds of coffee, tea and cocoa. Compare caffeine, theobromine and theophylline: sources, effects and safe limits.