bioactive
adjective
bio·ac·tive
ˌbī-ō-ˈak-tiv 
: having an effect on a living organism
bioactive molecules
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Plans for Natural Pearl include expanding the product line and collaborating with researchers to explore new bioactive compounds.
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Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 2 Feb. 2025
According to Elle Bernardo, RD, a registered dietitian at Health Meets Wellness, the plant contains bioactive compounds that benefit overall health.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2025
However, its main bioactive compound, curcumin, isn't very bioavailable on its own.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 22 Jan. 2025
Supplements do not deliver all the bioactive compounds found in food.
—Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
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Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 2 Feb. 2025
According to Elle Bernardo, RD, a registered dietitian at Health Meets Wellness, the plant contains bioactive compounds that benefit overall health.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2025
However, its main bioactive compound, curcumin, isn't very bioavailable on its own.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 22 Jan. 2025
Supplements do not deliver all the bioactive compounds found in food.
—Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
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bioactive
adjective
bio·ac·tive
-ˈak-tiv
: having an effect on a living organism
bioactive molecules
bioactive pharmaceuticals and pesticides
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