Zaraska talks about bitter chemicals called phytonutrients. Bitter phytonutrients act as a natural pesticide, protecting plants against all kinds of enemies, from bacteria to insects and cows. Thousands of these nutrients have been identified so far, giving the bitter tang to familiar foodstuffs such as Brussels sprouts and coffee. But despite phytonutrients being toxic in large doses, a growing body of evidence suggests that small doses can confer a host of health benefits. Further explanation of the health benefits of phytonutrients may be their antioxidant properties
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