Affiliation:
1. Awadhesh Pratap Singh University, India
2. Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, India
Abstract
Bioactive phytochemicals play an essential role in the healthcare system globally. The bioactive phytoconstituents (primary and secondary metabolites) are produced mainly through plants/parts. The phytochemicals are categorized into major classes such as diterpenoids, flavone, flavanols, alkaloids, terpenoids, phenolics, and tannins, which can help to prevent infectious diseases and non-infectious diseases. Phytochemicals are the key source due to biological activity and availability in the pharmaceutical industry. In this chapter, the authors have discussed phytochemicals, their history, key groups of phytochemicals, and their applications.