1 \u2013 Antioxidants are compounds in foods that inhibits and neutralise the oxidation of other molecules. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals , leading to chain reactions that may damage cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 \u2013 When molecules in the body oxidize , they can create free-radicals. The process of oxidation in the human body produces unstable chemicals called free radicals , which damage cell membranes and other structures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 \u2013 Free radicals have been linked to a variety of diseases like:- Inflammation of the joints (arthritis).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4 \u2013 Increased risk of coronary heart disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5 \u2013 Deterioration of the eye lens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6 \u2013 Damage to nerve cells in the brain , which contributes to conditions such as Parkinson\u2019s or Alzheimer\u2019s disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
7 \u2013 Acceleration of the ageing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
8 \u2013 Certain cancers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
9 \u2013 Once an antioxidant finds its way into the body , mostly through the foods we eat , it slows down , or even prevents , the oxidation of other molecules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
10 \u2013 Foods High In Antioxidants:-<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Corn , lemon ,Dates , Chili , Cloves , Garlic , Grapes , Prunes , Mangos , Squash , Almonds , Berries , Carrots , Spinach , Apricots , Broccoli , Cinnamon , Tomatoes , Olive Oil , onions , Artichoke ,Tea , Pineapple , Beets , Coconut Oil , Beans , Wheat , Pomegranates , Barley Oranges , Sweet Potatoes , Nuts , Seeds , Whole Grain Brown Rice , meats , poultry , fish\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n
11 \u2013 Antioxidants , which mostly come from the fresh fruits and vegetables we eat , prohibit (and in some cases even prevent) , the oxidation of other molecules in the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 \u2013 Examples of antioxidants include:- Beta-carotene , Lutein , Lycopene , Selenium , Vitamin A , Vitamin C , Vitamin E.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
13 \u2013 For example , beta-carotene (and other carotenoids) is very beneficial to eye health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
14 \u2013 Lycopene is beneficial for helping maintain prostate health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
15 \u2013 Flavonoids are especially beneficial for heart health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
16 \u2013 Vitamin C , vitamin E , and beta carotene are among the most common antioxidants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n