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Recent research has shown that there is very little benefit from taking diet supplements to obtain antioxidants. A better way, according to a report in the September issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter, is by eating a diet rich in antioxidant foods. Antioxidants such as: vitamins C and E carotene lycopene lutein Many other other factors could possibly aid in preventing diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease and macular degeneration. Antioxidants are thought to help because they can neutralize free radicals, which are toxic byproducts of natural cell metabolism. Antioxidant production in the human body is extremely inefficient and declines with the progression of age. Tests reveal that those who eat antioxidant rich foods get many health benefits. Foods, rather than supplements, may boost antioxidant levels because foods contain an unmatchable array of antioxidant substances. Supplements are limited because they only offer a few of the many types of antioxidants that are found. This is a problem since Doctors do not know which antioxidants are responsible for the health benefits. Some of the better known antioxidants are: Berry Group: Acai Berry, raspberries, strawberries, cranberries, blueberries Bean Group: Tiny red beans, pinto beans, kidney beans, black beans Fruit Family: Apples, avocados, cherries, pears ( all types) Vegetables: Artichokes, spinach, red cabbage, potatoes, broccoli Drinks: green tea, coffee, red wine, acai berry juice Nuts Family: Walnuts, pistachios, pecans, hazelnuts and almonds Herbs: Ground cloves, cinnamon or ginger, dried oregano leaf and turmeric powder Grains: Oats Dessert: Dark chocolate Taking too many antioxidants through supplements such as vitamin c can cause more damage than good according to a recent study. Many foods higher in antioxidants offer many more health benefits, such as being high in fiber, protein and other vitamins and minerals and low in saturated fat and cholesterol. There is currently no guideline by the government for which antioxidants to consume as well as how many to take as part of their daily diet--this is also the case for vitamins and minerals. A major reason to this is due to a general consensus amongst researchers. It is encouraged for the time being to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables that have a high concentration of amino acids like acai berry. About the Author: For more than over over the past 3 decades, Dr. Jerimiah Crossderd has been looking into all of the benefits that antioxidants have shown on the human body. Currently he has a free acai berry website that is full of useful information on the most antioxidant-rich food known to man. he also has an acai berry review page that provides which acai products are the most reputable. |
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