Foods Are a Better Source of Phytochemicals Than Supplements Are

question 32

Multiple Choice

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

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

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