Sentences with phrase «richer source of an antioxidant called»

Processed tomato products are the richest source of the antioxidant called lycopene, which has been associated with a reduced risk of prostate, lung and stomach cancer, as well as pancreatic, colorectal, esophageal, oral, breast, and cervical cancers.

Tea The caffeine content in tea is useful for stimulating alertness, mood and motivation, but is also a rich source of the antioxidant called catechins.

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Ground flaxseeds are an excellent source of soluble and insoluble fiber, rich in omega - 3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and phytochemicals called lignans.

Dates, which are rich sources of phenolic radical scavenger antioxidants, also inhibit the oxidation of LDL (the so - called «bad cholesterol») and stimulate the removal of cholesterol from lipid - laden arterial cells.

Call it bok choy or «Chinese Cabbage,» this cruciferous member of the cabbage tribe is an excellent source of carotenoids, flavonoids, and Vitamins A, B1, B2, C, and K. Bok choy is also rich in calcium and folate and a raft of antioxidant compounds, some known for their cancer - fighting powers.

Cloves are rich in antioxidants anthocyanins and quercetin plus high in an active component called eugenol, and is also an excellent source of manganese, good source of omega - 3 fats, vitamins C, K, fiber and minerals calcium, magnesium.

It calls for simple ingredients including snapper, a low - calorie, lean source of protein that's rich in selenium, vitamin A, potassium, and omega - 3 fatty acids; zucchini, a weight - loss superfood that's high in fiber and water but low in calories; tomatoes, another superfood that's rich in antioxidants like vitamin C and beta - carotene; and shallot, a heart - healthy vegetable that's high in fiber, potassium, and antioxidants.

Cherries are known to be an abundant source of the antioxidant - rich compounds called Anthocyanins.