Power of Phytochemicals

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An exploration of positive and negative effects of phytochemicals on human physiology. Plants synthesize numerous secondary metabolites which can affect us in different ways. Nicotine from Nicotiana tabacum is known as one of the common causes of lung cancer whereas taxol from yew plant prevents breast cancer.

Goals and Objectives

Students should be able:

             *  understand cell growth and cell division (cell cycle) 
             *  recognize basics of cell membrane and its functions
             *  understand chemical nature of plant metabolites
             *  explain basics of enzyme functions
             *  list causes of cancer and suggest some preventions

Common Misconceptions

Plant products cause no harm. Most cancers are inherited. Only few things cause cancer. Cancer is the disease of elderly.

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