Phytonutrients - 12/2022

This handout explains the important of eating whole foods for health, and how processed or refined foods remove important nutrients. It defines "phytonutrients," why they are important, and how to make sure there are plenty of these vital nutrients in the diet. Authored by Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, this information is made available to UWMC clinicians by agreement between Fred Hutch and UWMC, as a service to the patients who visit both health care facilities.