Phytic
adjective
Relating to or derived from phytic acid, which is found in plants and seeds.
Phytic compounds can bind minerals, influencing their availability in our diet.
Usage tips
Neutral
phytic acid, phytic phosphorus, phytic minerals
adjective
Relating to or derived from phytic acid, which is found in plants and seeds.
Phytic compounds can bind minerals, influencing their availability in our diet.
Usage tips
Neutral
phytic acid, phytic phosphorus, phytic minerals
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Nutritional Context
Understanding how phytic acid affects mineral absorption can help in dietary planning.
Phytic acid content varies among different grains.
Pro Tip 2/3Biochemical Relevance
Phytic compounds play a significant role in soil fertility and plant nutrition.
The management of phytates can impact agricultural productivity.
Pro Tip 3/3Health Implications
Excessive phytic acid may reduce the absorption of essential minerals in the body.
Consider whole grains and their phytate levels when planning meals.
Pro Tip 1/3Nutritional Context
Understanding how phytic acid affects mineral absorption can help in dietary planning.
Phytic acid content varies among different grains.
Pro Tip 2/3Biochemical Relevance
Phytic compounds play a significant role in soil fertility and plant nutrition.
The management of phytates can impact agricultural productivity.
Pro Tip 3/3Health Implications
Excessive phytic acid may reduce the absorption of essential minerals in the body.
Consider whole grains and their phytate levels when planning meals.
Pro Tip 1/3Nutritional Context
Understanding how phytic acid affects mineral absorption can help in dietary planning.
Phytic acid content varies among different grains.
Pro Tip 2/3Biochemical Relevance
Phytic compounds play a significant role in soil fertility and plant nutrition.
The management of phytates can impact agricultural productivity.
Pro Tip 3/3Health Implications
Excessive phytic acid may reduce the absorption of essential minerals in the body.
Consider whole grains and their phytate levels when planning meals.
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