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cookcarl

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on: Aug 2, 2018
What are the health issues associated with being overweight or obese?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Define and give an example of a phytonutrient.
 
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Reply #1 on: Aug 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

type 2 diabetes
high blood pressure
coronary heart disease
stroke
gallbladder disease
osteoarthritis
sleep apnea
respiratory problems
certain cancers, including breast cancer in women

Answer to Question 2

Phytonutrients are compounds that are a plant's protection.
Examples should include any one of the following:
indole-3-carbinol
limonene
anthocyanin
quercetin
lycopene
carotinoid
lutein


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Reply 2 on: Aug 2, 2018
Excellent

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Wow, this really help

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