Antioxidants are molecules that prevent or delay cell damage chain reactions caused by free radicals. Examples of antioxidants are vitamin E, beta-carotene, and vitamin C. Unfortunately, our bodies are not able to produce these vitamins on their own, so we have to supplement these vitamins through our diets. Antioxidants are known to lower cancer rates, especially among people whose daily nutrition is plant-based (fruits, vegetables, etc.). Aside from cancer, antioxidants may also slow down the cell ageing process, prevent heart disease, and decrease the risk of strokes. New data from ongoing studies suggests eating five servings of fruits and vegetables everyday....read more>>>...
