KICK FREE RADICALS TO THE CURB WITH THESE ANTIOXIDANT-RICH FOODS, SPICES, AND SUPPLIMENTS.
ANTIOXIDANTS 101
HOW THEY HELP?
Antioxidants act as bodyguards, protecting your cells from free radicals. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can harm the body. They happen when an atom gains or loses an electron. Electrons don't like flying solo. So when unpaired, they roam the body searching for a spare electron to buddy up with. This damages the cells they steal the electron from. And over time, this can lead to oxidative stress.
Free radicals can be caused by: Smoking Pollution Chemicals X-rays Poor diet UV light Chronic stress Certain medications And even natural processes like digestion!
Oxidative stress is linked with:
Heart disease
Cancer
Stroke
Arthritis
Asthma
Diabetes
Alzheimer's disease Parkinson's disease Chronic inflammation
Luckily, that's where antioxidants come in... Antioxidants are substances that donate an electron to free radicals. This stabilizes them, so they don't go around stealing electrons and damaging healthy cells.
You can turn down the volume on free radicals by not smoking, avoiding chemicals, and eating a healthy diet.
That said, even if live a super clean lifestyle -- you can't avoid free radicals altogether.
But you CAN boost your antioxidant intake to keep free radicals in check.
By adding more antioxidant-rich foods, spices, and supplements to your diet, you can fight off harmful free radicals before they do any damage.
So read on to learn the best foods, spices, and supplements to boost your antioxidant levels...
