To test their theory — and see which
specific phenolic compounds and enzymes worked best — the researchers asked volunteers to chew 3 grams of softneck garlic cloves for 25 seconds.
Not exact matches
Brodie describes these
phenolic acids as very
specific compounds released by plants throughout their development.
However, beyond the obvious strategy of restricting caloric intake, growing evidence supports the
specific antiobesity effects of some food - derived components, particularly (poly)
phenolic compounds.
This study only looked at the
phenolic compounds and enzymes in four
specific foods, but Barringer notes that there are many others that have potential as odor neutralizers, too.
In the case of fermented rice bran, where enhanced
phenolic availability has been noted, there is
specific experimental evidence indicating beneficial mental properties via the bioactive
compounds.