what do they do,etc
2007-02-23 08:48:19 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
If you cut an apple in half it goes brown because the free radicals in the air start the degeneration process. If you rub lemon juice on a freshly cut apple it will stop it from going brown because it protects it from degenerating and keeps it healthy for longer. The lemon juice is an anti-oxidant.
So if you want to stay healthy for longer and slow down the ageing process then you need anti-oxidents for the body!!
Have a look at the Targetted Nutrition section on the link below.
2007-03-02 03:52:13 · answer #1 · answered by Peter R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Topical antioxidants provide some protection against environmental damage to the skin and may be somewhat effective in slowing down the skin aging. However, topical antioxidants are relatively unreliable. Their effect depends on skin permeability, other ingredients in the cream and many other factors. It appears that increasing oral intake of some antioxidants may additionally protect skin from free radicals. Keep in mind, however, that relatively little solid research has been done specifically on skin benefits of oral or topical antioxidants and much of the supporting evidence is indirect. "
2007-02-23 16:58:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Antioxidants are compounds that mop up harmful "free radicals" in the body. These "free radicals" act on proteins to cause glycation (addition of sugars such as glucose to the protein) which alters protein structure and function. In blood vessels, "free radicals" can lead to the development of atherosclerosis - "hardening" of the arteries. If in blood vessels near the heart, this can cause heart disease and potentially a heart attack.
For further information on effects of glycation try searching for "AGEs" (Advanced Glycation End Products), as these are implicated in many conditions including Alzheimers
2007-02-23 17:30:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
They help fight free radicals in the body. Free radicals can cause disease, illness and make us age, they affect the cells in the body. Antioxidants protect the body and fight free radicals. Vitamin C is an antioxidant.
2007-03-01 06:05:06 · answer #4 · answered by tanzanite 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
they eliminate free radicals in the body which are harmful substances..vit e and c are great antioxidants
2007-02-23 16:54:21 · answer #5 · answered by mary m 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
They are EGCG kind of herbs like Green Tea to cleanse and boost ur metabolsim! helps u lose weight sooooooooo quick and effectinvely! helps to even maintain ad good and weight that u want to be at!
2007-02-23 16:55:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
they are found in many fruits, veg and supplements..
they are cancel fighting, and help your body break down free radicals, caused by smoking and environment
2007-02-24 08:29:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
They help clean your system out like for example "GREEN TEA"
2007-02-23 16:51:51 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
They strengthen your immune system and cleanse your body.
2007-02-23 17:05:45 · answer #9 · answered by Scotty 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋