Food Compound Interest..whats' that?

Apart from the common vitamins and minerals that we heard off, here are wonderful yet unknown food compound or phytochemicals.

Lycopene - This antioxidant is what makes tomatoes red. It reduces the risk of prostate and possibly cervical cancers.
Where: Tomatoes, watermelon and ketchup

Catechins - These anti-cancer agents may have tumor-blocking propesties, including those of the digestive tract, prostate and skin.
Where: Green Tea and black tea

Indoles- Researched shows these anti-cancer compounds help to make chemotherapy more successful.
Where: Cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, rocket and Brussels Sprouts

Anthocyanin - The substance that gives certain foods their dark tint.It helps prevent cancer and potect your eyesight, heart and memory.
Where: eggplant, blueberries

Flavonoids - These antioxidant are said to fight and eveb reserve, some age-related menory loss.They also lower cholesterol helps prevent cancers.
where: apples, avocadoes, strawberries

Isoflavoes - These cancer-fighting phytonutrient found in soy product lower the incidence of heart disease and guard against osteoporosis.
Where: tofu, soy Bean milk, tempeh

Carotenoids- They help maintain good vision and a healthy heart,boost immunity; may prevent cancer.
Where: carrots, Sweet potatoes, watermelon, apricot, peaches

Polyphenols - Studies have shown that foods with these compounds protect against cancer when taken regualrly.
Where: grapes, wine and tea