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3 years ago

What are antioxidants? Why are they good to get in your diet? Which nutrients have antioxidant activity?

Medicine

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V125BC [204]3 years ago

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Explanation:

Antioxidants are substances which are capable of inhibiting or restricting oxidation. In oxidation, free radicals are produced which will initiate the series of reactions that are harmful to live beings.

Antioxidants are important to stop the formation of free radicals in the body. The free radicals are responsible for causing diseases like heart disease, cancer, and other heart problems.

The nutrient antioxidants are found in Vitamin A, C, and E. The minerals like zinc, copper, and selenium. Phytochemicals derived from plants, ascorbic acid, and thiols all possess the antioxidant properties.

Olin [163]3 years ago

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Antioxidants are the compounds that inhibit oxidation. Oxidation in the body produces free radicals, which initiates a series of reactions which is harmful the organisms.

Antioxidant are important to include in diet to stop the formation of free radicals. This helps in improving the overall health of the individual and effective at preventing diseases.

Vitamin C and Vitamin E have antioxidant property which stops the cascade of reaction which harms the body. It also reduces the chances of cardiovascular diseases.

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