7 Antioxidants in Fruits and Vegetables | After understanding the benefits of antioxidants then the next "health food nutrition" would invite my friend to know more about what it contains antioxidants. Although most do not understand that the body actually many sources of antioxidants found in fruits and vegetables.
Here are 7 antioxidant, good for the body:
Ellagic acid
These compounds are commonly found in red raspberries, and can be regarded as one of the most potent cancer fighter, because it has antimutagenic properties. A study at Hollings Cancer Center at the Medical University of South California (MUSC), found that ellagic acid works to slow the growth of abnormal cells in the human gut and prevent infected cells from the human papilloma virus (HPV), associated with cervical cancer.
In fact, it was only attacking the cancer cells without harming healthy cells, a process that is useful in the fight against prostate, breast, lung, esophageal and skin cancers. Other studies have also shown that: ellagic acid may fight heart disease, reduce the risk of birth defects, and accelerate wound healing.
Its source in fruit or vegetable: red raspberry, pomegranate, strawberries, blueberries and walnuts.
Proanthocyanidins
These antioxidants, still belongs to the family of flavonoids. Proanthocyanidins are the compounds that give red and blue colors in fruits, and has proven beneficial to strengthen capillaries, improve vision in the dark, to support the integrity of the walls of blood vessels and prevent blood clotting. Proanthocyanidins may reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer, and protect against urinary tract infections.
Sources: The fruit or vegetable: raisins, grape seed, grape skin, bilberry, cranberry, black currant, green tea, black tea, pine bark, cocoa.
Glutathione
Glutathione is a very small molecule and is the most important antioxidant, because it was in the cell. This molecule is able to neutralize free radicals, boost the immune system, and helps the liver remove toxins from the body. Glutathione is often called the "master antioxidant" because it serves as a regulator and regenerator of immune cells, and the most valuable detoxifying agent in the human body. Low levels of glutathione in the body is closely related to hepatic dysfunction, immune dysfunction, cardiovascular disease, premature aging and death.
Source in fruit or vegetable: Goat's milk, whey protein, asparagus, avocado, parsley, broccoli.
Polyphenols
This represents a large group of micronutrient antioxidants including flavonoids and anthocyanidins. According to a study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, this compound has been shown to prevent degenerative conditions, including cancer and cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases.
Sources in fruits or vegetables: strawberries, green tea, black tea, grape skins, red wine, onions, broccoli, leafy greens, apple, blueberry, cocoa (fruits and vegetables all contain some of the most polyphenols)
Vitamin E
The most popular form of vitamin E is alpha-tocopherol, gamma-tocopherol in addition also. A study in the Journal of National Cancer Institute found that the risk of prostate cancer decreased significantly with high levels of vitamin E. Note that: the man with the "alpha-tocopherol" high, in the blood, 51 per cent lower developed prostate cancer. While the high levels of gamma-tocopherol in the blood, 43 percent lower risk of the disease.
Sources in Fruit or vegetable: Nuts, vegetable oil, corn oil, green leafy vegetables.
Carotenoids
Karetenoid is fat-soluble micronutrients, known as beta-carotene (which can be converted into vitamin A in the body). Mikronutien is believed effective against free radicals, inhibit and prevent cervical cancer, lung, prostate, colon, endometrial and esophageal cancers.
Fruit or vegetable sources: citrus, vegetables and fruits, dark green and yellow, such as sweet potatoes, apricots, turnips, carrots, melons, pumpkins and tomatoes. Egg and spirulina are also good sources.
Ozone
Ozone is a super antioxidant and super-detox that selectively removes viruses, bacteria, toxic metals, and other pathogens from the body. Ozone therapy is effective for treating various diseases such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, eczema, acne, Lyme, chronic fatigue, and countless other conditions. Ozone has even been used to treat cancer throughout the world for 50 years, with an impressive success rate.
