Foods Are a Better Source of Phytochemicals Than Supplements Are

question 98

Multiple Choice

Foods are a better source of phytochemicals than supplements are for all of the following reasons, EXCEPT

• A) the anticancer effects of phytochemicals may be due to several chemicals from a single food working in combination.
• B) supplements do not contain antioxidants.
• C) whole foods can have nutritional benefits not available from supplements.
• D) isolated phytochemicals may be harmful in high doses.

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