10 points to the smart person what are antioxidants?

Question

i just ate a whole bag of baby carrots which has 300% vitamin per serving and the bag had 14 servings which makes it pretty high vitiame c was like 11% which puts it up to like just over 100%
fiber 25% per serving then i read the package on the frount and it said powerful antioxidants inside what are those?

Answer 1

Antioxidants is a chemical that is required in oxidation reaction in the body . Antioxidants acutally prevent chemical damage to the cells components by oxidation . it is used as dietary supplements for health porpose such as prevention of cancer and heart disease .Dont worry buddy enjoy lots of fruits and veggies they are rich in antioxidants

Answer 2

One of best reasons to drink Bom Dia is becuase of the antioxidants

"Antioxidants are the chemicals with the ability to combat free radicals and reduce damage from oxidation. In doing so, they’re believed to help maintain a healthy immune system, aid in heart health and promote healthy eyes, brain and nervous system. Acai berries contain the highest concentration of antioxidants of nearly any known fruit or vegetable in the world"

Answer 3

What are Antioxidants? Benefits of Antioxidants

antioxidantsAntioxidants are substances or nutrients in our foods which can prevent or slow the oxidative damage to our body. When our body cells use oxygen, they naturally produce free radicals (by-products) which can cause damage. Antioxidants act as "free radical scavengers" and hence prevent and repair damage done by these free radicals. Health problems such as heart disease, macular degeneration, diabetes, cancer etc are all contributed by oxidative damage. Indeed, a recent study conducted by researchers from London found that 5 servings of fruits and vegetables reduce the risk of stroke by 25 percent. Antioxidants may also enhance immune defense and therefore lower the risk of cancer and infection.

Most commonly known Antioxidants
Vitamin A and Carotenoids Carrots, squash, broccoli, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, kale, collards, cantaloupe, peaches and apricots (bright-colored fruits and vegetables!)
Vitamin C citrus fruits like oranges and lime etc, green peppers, broccoli, green leafy vegetables, strawberries and tomatoes
Vitamin E nuts & seeds, whole grains, green leafy vegetables, vegetable oil and liver oil
Selenium fish & shellfish, red meat, grains, eggs, chicken and garlic
Other antioxidants known

Some common phytochemicals

* Flavonoids / polyphenols
o soy
o red wine
o red grapes
o pomegranate
o cranberries
o tea
* Lycopene
o Tomato and tomato products
o pink grapefruit
o watermelon
* Lutein
o dark green vegetables such as kale, broccoli, kiwi, brussels sprout and spinach
* Lignan
o flax seed
o oatmeal
o barley
o rye

Vitamin-like Antioxidants:

* Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
* Glutathione

Antioxidant enzymes made by the body:

* superoxide dismutase (SOD)
* catalase
* glutathione peroxidase

AntioxidantsMessage: Antioxidants are found abundant in beans, grain products, fruits and vegetables. Look for fruits with bright color - lutein in some of the yellow pigments found in corn; orange in cantaloupe, butternut squash and mango; red from lycopene in tomatoes and watermelon, and purple and blue in berries. So enjoy eating a variety of these products. It is best to obtain these antioxidants from foods instead of supplements. In addition, minimize the exposure of oxidative stress such as smoking and sunburn.
http://www.healthcastle.com/antioxidant.shtml
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/antioxidants.html

Answer 4

Antioxidants are substances that may protect cells from the damage caused by unstable molecules known as free radicals. Free radical damage may lead to cancer. Antioxidants interact with and stabilize free radicals and may prevent some of the damage free radicals otherwise might cause. Examples of antioxidants include beta-carotene, lycopene, vitamins C, E, and A, and other substances.

HTH : )

Answer 5

Antioxidants fight the damage done by 'free radicals' in your body - not the Chicago 7. Free radicals are damaged cells. Your body makes cells every day - blood cells, nerve cells, etc. Cells also die every day. Too many dead or damaged cells are detrimental to good health.
You need a variety of antioxidants every day from different sources.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

all the above deserve 10 points!!!

Answer 9

there u go
n.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antioxidant