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 Antioxidants

Antioxidants are powerful protectors. These substances, found in everyday foods, can thwart reactions of free radicals that wreak havoc in the body.

In this way, it is believed to help protect the body against cancer and other chronic diseases of lifestyle, such as heart disease.

In this section, you'll learn more about the latest research on some of the most popular antioxidants.

For more background, also read this interesting and comprehensive article on antioxidants by DietDoc.

Vitamin C
Do you bruise easily? Are you susceptible to infections and colds? You may be needing more vitamin C.
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Vitamin E
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant. This means that it neutralises the potentially harmful free radicals in the body.
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Coenzyme Q10
Research indicates that this relatively unknown compound may play a role in preventing disease.
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Selenium
Selenium works as an antioxidant together with vitamin E. It also keeps the male sperm and prostate gland healthy.
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Flavonoids
The blue, blue-red, and violet colours of certain fruits and vegetables can be attributed to this powerful antioxidant.
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Lycopene
Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant, which research suggests is potentially an anti-cancer agent.
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