phytic acid

Definition / meaning of phytic acid

A substance found in many foods that come from plants, including corn, wheat, rice, and soybeans, and in large amounts in cereals and legumes. It is being studied in the prevention of cancer. Also called inositol hexaphosphate and IP6.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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