The pathologic hallmark of the disease is recurrent, widespread, and diverse vascular lesions. Lupus (SLE) is not a rare disorder. Although reported at both extremes of life (e.g. diagnosed in infants and in the tenth decade of life) chiefly it affects women of child bearing age. Among children, SLE occurs three times more commonly in females than in males.
Definition of phytonutrient. : a bioactive plant-derived compound (as resveratrol) associated with positive health effects.
Micronutrients include two categories weâre all familiar with: vitamins and minerals. The most exciting category of micronutrients is phytonutrients. Phytonutrients (âphyto,â from the Greek word for plant) are naturally occurring substances that are powerful promoters of human health. They are non-vitamin, non-mineral components of foods that have significant health benefits.