Sentences with phrase «role as a potent antioxidant»

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More than one hundred vitamin B6 - dependent enzymes have been identified, mostly involved in amino acid metabolism: for oxygen transport via hemoglobin synthesis; in blood sugar regulation via conversion of stored carbohydrate to energy; in the development of the myelin sheath surrounding nerve cells; in the conversion of alphalinoleic acid to the essential long - chain fatty acid DHA; 28 and in the synthesis of neurotransmitters, phospholipids and sphingolipids, the vitamin niacin from tryptophan, and other vital metabolites.5 In addition to its role in enzyme reactions, B6 appears to moderate the action of some steroid hormones such as the glucocorticoid hormones, which in turn influence the metabolism of protein, carbohydrate and lipids.5, 9 B6 also is a potent antioxidant, rivaling carotenoids and vitamin E in its ability to quench reactive oxidants in the body.29

It is important to understand that while at low doses, vitamin C acts an as antioxidant, at high doses, vitamin C switches roles, acting as a potent oxidative molecule.

Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant that plays a role in the prevention of diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease, cardiovascular disease, and prostate cancer.15 Conventional health experts advise getting vitamin E from vegetable oils like cottonseed oil, because people do not eat vitamin E-rich foods on a daily basis.16 It is also believed that vitamin E contributes to the long shelf - life of cottonseed oil.17

: The aforementioned catechins, known as a potent antioxidants, contained in the matcha leaf may play a major role in preventing and reducing the risk of cancer as they activate detoxification enzymes in the body and help improve immune system function, which can repair damaged cells and prohibit growth of tumors.

Eye Health Advanced's main driver lutein plays a critical role in the maintenance of normal visual function by acting as a potent antioxidant, thus protecting the eyes from damage caused by light - induced free radicals.

As the researchers pointed out, vitamin C is a «potent antioxidant» with «anti-inflammatory and immune - supportive» roles.