Sentences with phrase «plant pigments responsible»

Flavonoids, a group of plant pigments responsible for the colors of many fruits and flowers, are extremely effective in reducing inflammation and strengthening collagen structures.

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The researchers looked at satellite data from 1997 to 2009 showing the Arctic Ocean's concentration of chlorophyll — the green pigment responsible for plants» ability to turn carbon dioxide into sugars for growth.

Quercetin, found naturally in kale, arugula, swiss chard, and spinach leaves, belongs to a group of plant pigments known as flavanoids that are partly responsible for the color of many fruits and vegetables.

Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in all plants, and is responsible for the deep green color of the matcha.

Lycopene is a singular pigment within a family of plant pigments called carotenoids and is responsible for the red color in our fruits and veggie — while the larger, umbrella carotenoid family is responsible for the warmer colors of the rainbow (oranges, yellows, reds, etc) and have all been shown to have potent antioxidant activity.

The Hass fruit also provides flavonoids and carotenoids that are types of phytonutrients which protect plants and are responsible for providing them with pigments and vibrant color.