These days if you read the paper or watch television, you’ve most likely seen and read the hype about antioxidants. Antioxidants are in everything from skin creams to red wine to chocolate. But what exactly are they and how do you know if you are getting right ones?
What are antioxidants?
In our bodies, oxygen produces elements called free radicals as a result of its interactions with various substances. These free radicals are very harmful to the body, causing heart damage, cancer, cataracts, and a weakened immune system to name just a few.
Antioxidants are substances that neutralize these free radicals by binding to them and protecting the cells they damage. These antioxidants include catechins, flavonoids, lignans, lycopene, vitamins A, C, and E, and zinc.
Antioxidants are powerful nutrients; however, none of these antioxidants has been shown to be a magic bullet on its own. You should make sure to include a wide variety of antioxidants in your diet to get the maximum health benefits. The best way to ensure you are getting your daily dose is to eat a wide variety of fruits and vegetables known for their high antioxidant levels.
Which Fruits and Vegetables to Choose?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends using a color system to get the best results from your daily intake. Try and eat something from each color group every day, and you should be covering your antioxidant bases.
- The Red Group: tomatoes, watermelon, guava, papaya, and pink and red grapefruit
- The Green Group: broccoli, spinach, kale, collard greens, and brussels sprouts
- The Orange Group: carrots, mangoes, apricots, and sweet potatoes
- The Yellow Group: pineapple, corn, and pears
- The Blue Group: blueberries, blackberries, and plums
- The White Group: onions, garlic, and leeks
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