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Source: HowStuffWorks "The Effects of Antioxidants" | recipes.howstuffworks.com
2 days ago, 06:25pm
Hundreds, if not thousands, of studies have linked diets rich in antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables to a lower risk for diseases like cancer, heart disease, stroke, cataracts, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and arthritis. ChaCha!
Antioxidants deactivate free radicals before they get a chance to oxidize and do harm to the body. Thanks for using ChaCha!
The name antioxidants is indicative of the mechanism by which they help prevent disease. Thank you for asking ChaCha!
Antioxidants counteract the harmful effects of free radicals. However, it is not known if supplements should be taken. ChaCha!
