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Pflanzenstoff

English translation: plant compound


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German term or phrase:Pflanzenstoff
English translation:plant compound
Entered by: Kim Metzger
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12:02 Oct 15, 2011
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German to English translations [PRO]
Science - Chemistry; Chem Sci/Eng / Chemistry, biology, cookery
German term or phrase: Pflanzenstoff
A kind of a dye stuff or food additive. Help please with a precise translation
the link which may be useful http://www.focus.de/gesundheit/ratgeber/diabetes/news/grapef...
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plant compound/substance
Explanation:
Citrus fruits are an important part of a good diet because they provide vitamin C and other essential nutrients. There is approximately 65 mg of vitamin C and 250 mg of potassium in an orange. Grapefruit contain high levels of a flavonoid (plant compound) called naringin.

http://drlam.com/opinion/grapefruit.asp?print=yes

Naringin is a natural extract found in grapefruit, particularly found within the seeds, as well as citrus fruit peel.

This powerful compound has many health benefits and may be helpful in preventing and treating many conditions and illnesses.

What is naringin?

It is a natural chemical compound known as a bioflavanoid found in grapefruit, giving it its bitter flavor.
http://www.herbal-supplements-guide.com/naringin.html
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Kim Metzger
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Local time: 14:52
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4 +1plant compound/substance
Kim Metzger
3plant materialDolores Vázquez


  

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plant compound/substance


Explanation:
Citrus fruits are an important part of a good diet because they provide vitamin C and other essential nutrients. There is approximately 65 mg of vitamin C and 250 mg of potassium in an orange. Grapefruit contain high levels of a flavonoid (plant compound) called naringin.

http://drlam.com/opinion/grapefruit.asp?print=yes

Naringin is a natural extract found in grapefruit, particularly found within the seeds, as well as citrus fruit peel.

This powerful compound has many health benefits and may be helpful in preventing and treating many conditions and illnesses.

What is naringin?

It is a natural chemical compound known as a bioflavanoid found in grapefruit, giving it its bitter flavor.
http://www.herbal-supplements-guide.com/naringin.html


Kim Metzger
Mexico
Local time: 14:52
Native speaker of: Native in EnglishEnglish
PRO pts in category: 103
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plant material


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Dolores Vázquez
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Oct 19, 2011 - Changes made by Kim Metzger:
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