Parsley contains
several types of antioxidants in one tiny package.
A 2007 review of trials of
several types of antioxidant supplements put it this way: «Treatment with beta carotene, vitamin A, and vitamin E may increase mortality.»
Not exact matches
It is the biggest source
of antioxidants in the diet, and coffee drinkers have been shown to live longer and have a lower risk
of several serious diseases, including
type 2 diabetes, Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's (21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26).
Broccoli also contains beta carotene, both beta carotene and Vitamin C, which is important immune - boosting
antioxidants that have been linked to reduced risk
of cataracts, heart disease, and
several types of cancers.
Unlike some other categories
of vegetables, sea vegetables do not appear to depend on carotenoids and flavonoids for their
antioxidant benefits, because in additional to these two important categories
of antioxidants, sea vegetables contain
several other
types, including alkaloid
antioxidants.Sea vegetables are an excellent source
of iodine, vitamin C, manganese, and vitamin B2.
Recent research from India makes it clear that a variety
of non-flavonoid and non-carotenoid
antioxidant compounds are present in sea vegetables, including
several different
types of antioxidant alkaloids.
While sea vegetables do contain measurable amounts
of polyphenols like carotenoids and flavonoids, they also contain other phytonutrient
antioxidants, including
several types of alkaloids that have been shown to possess
antioxidant properties.
Several nuts are among the leading food sources
of a
type of antioxidant called polyphenols, which protect cells from free radical damage and possibly chronic disease.
While there is not a recommended amount
of lutein and zeaxanthin you need to consume each day, filling your diet with
several types of fruits and vegetables helps you get these beneficial
antioxidants in your system.
It is the biggest source
of antioxidants in the diet, and coffee drinkers have been shown to live longer and have a lower risk
of several serious diseases, including
type 2 diabetes, Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's (21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26).
Green tea's
antioxidants help to lower your risk
of several types of cancers, and because
of its ability to lower blood pressure and burn away harmful
types of fat, it has long - term heart disease prevention properties (1).
Using a
type of cysteine called N - acetylcysteine (NAC), there is an increase the production
of glutathione, which is a natural
antioxidant that neutralizes
several harmful substances that enter the body.
This study here shows that when volunteers ate polyphenol (a
type of antioxidant) rich dark chocolate for
several weeks, their insulin sensitivity improved substantially.
Researchers from
several universities in Australia indicate that curcumin, a natural anti-inflammatory and
antioxidant, may help reduce symptoms
of MDD by restoring neurogenesis and healthy brain function, protecting it from oxidative stress, inflammation, and other
types of damage, which could in turn lead to improvements in mood.
Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower contain
antioxidant phenolic compounds and flavonoids that are associated with a lower risk
of coronary heart disease,
type II diabetes, asthma, and
several types of cancer.
Including
antioxidants in your hamster's diet may be able to reduce their risk
of many diseases that have been associated with free radical activity, including heart disease,
type two diabetes, and
several forms
of cancer.
It is high in dietary fiber and
antioxidants, and may help lower your dog's risk
of developing diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, eye problems, and
several types of cancer.