Discuss the functions and sources of antioxidant micronutrients, phytochemicals, and antioxidant minerals.

1. Petrochemicals are compounds that are produced by plants ("phyto" means "plant"). They are found in fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, and other plants. Some of these petrochemicals are believed to protect cells from damage that could lead to cancer.

2. Antioxidant micronutrients considered in the study

The antioxidant micronutrients considered are vitamins A, C, and E, copper, zinc, and selenium.