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Copyright ©The Author(s) 1998.
World J Gastroenterol. Dec 15, 1998; 4(6): 469-470
Published online Dec 15, 1998. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v4.i6.469
Table 2 Occurrence of phytochemicals in human blood and tissues
PhytochemicalsWhere can we find them in the body
CarotenoidsSerum (five major carotenoids)
Lutein/zeaxanthinSkin
β-cryptoxanthinAdipose tissues
LycopeneLens and macula (lutein/zeaxanthin)
α-caroteneVarious tissues like prostate (lycopene)
β-carotene
FlavonoidsSerum
Quercetin, kaempferolUrine
IsoflavcnesSerum
Geristein, daidzeinUrine
Catechins eplgallo-catechin gallateSerum
Allyl thiosulfinatesBlood, serum, red blood cells
organosulfidesAdipose tissue
vinyl dithiinsLiver
Kidney
Breath
TocotrienolsSikin