Saponins

Category:

Terpenoid

Health Benefits:

Decrease blood lipids, lower cancer risks, and lower blood glucose response, inhibition of dental caries and platelet aggregation

Source plant:

Soybeans, beans, other legumes

References and links:

Shi, John, et al. "Saponins from edible legumes: chemistry, processing, and health benefits." Journal of medicinal food 7.1 (2004): 67-78.