<\/span><\/h2>\nPhytonutrients are substances that naturally occur in plants to protect them. They are designed to prevent fungal and viral invasions, as well as to reduce the harmful effects of the environment on a particular plant. It is thanks to phytonutrients<\/strong> that many plant organisms have and they give them the ability to survive in the environment.<\/p>\nWhat exactly are phytonutrients and how to recognize them? An example is the colored pigments that are found in vegetables and fruits, such as the red color of a tomato or the green color of lettuce or spinach. These pigments absorb and inactivate ultraviolet rays, which could be harmful to plants.<\/p>\n
Another example of phytonutrients are aromatic substances, contained, for example, in garlic or onions. They are responsible for protection against viruses and bacteria.<\/p>\n