The body has several defense systems to protect itself. Which vitamins work together to inactivate bacteria and viruses?
A) Water-soluble vitamins C) Phytochemicals
B) B vitamins D) Fat-soluble vitamins
C
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Phytochemicals are a broad class of nonnutritive compounds that plants produce to protect themselves against viruses, bacteria, and fungi. In foods, phytochemicals help deactivate bacteria and viruses.
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