Antioxidants - vitamins, supplements, foods, sources and information

The Antioxidant Vitamin: Vitamin C - Article by Gary Null, Ph.D. on the biochemistry involved with vitamin C.

Martin Health Group Inc. - Sells the Pine of Life antioxidant products.

Microwater Canada Inc. - Manufactures and distributes the technology to process tap water through electrolysis into electrolized water, which is claimed to be an antioxidant.

Eatyourgreens - Suppliers of a capsule form multi-vitamin incorporating the antioxidants found in leafy greens.

Fresh Starts - A nutrition resource for kids featuring the vitamin superheroes Team Antioxidant. There's an interactive fridge, online games, and recipes.

Megamin - Dietary supplement is an antioxidant and ion exchanger, it contains different types of the natural mineral zeolite.

Unique - Bath and body collection and blends of botanical extracts and antioxidant vitamins to fight acne and the aging process.

Coenzyme Q10 Supplement - A natural antioxidant, offering benefits in treatment and prevention of cancer, high blood pressure, and heart disease. Information on products and benefits.

Antioxidant Consumption and Risk of Coronary Heart Disease - Emphasis on Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and ß-Carotene. A statement for health care professionals from the American Heart Association.

Down Syndrome Research Foundation - Information on the Antioxidant Research Project and raising funds for it. Includes news, health issues, research, events, education, alternate therapies and contact details.

Please Pass the Disease Prevention - Article on use of designer foods and antioxidants to prevent diseases, from Purdue University.

Rejuvenex - Skin care line and multi-vitamin antioxidant formula are Professor Carmen Fusco's formulations. It enables skin cells to regenerate underlying collagen.

Nutrisana Naturals - Therapeutic quality naturals supplements. Offered in large economical size, glucosamine sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, antioxidants and kava kava.

Microwater Canada Inc. - Sells innovative technology that filters and reforms tap water to produce a smooth, hydrating, pH balancing antioxidant water that neutralizes and removes acid wastes from the body.

Internal Beauty Anti-Ageing Skincare - Product combines a marine protein with anti oxidant vitamins C and E, natural silicon and zinc to be taken as a supplement for positive effects on the texture of the skin.

LiveLong.org.uk - Information about the aging effects of free radicals. Advice on the use of antioxidants to combat free radicals.

Ecology Health Products - Natural products for health and fitness. Pain relief, sports spray, vitamins, antioxidant and glucosamine are some of the products sold.

ABC News in Science: Now Red Wine Can Help the Lungs - A UK study shows that resveratrol, an antioxidant found mainly in red wine, could help fight the effects of chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

Complex-C - Offers a vitamin C based product in the form of ascorbic acid that works as an antioxidant for skin repair and wrinkles.

YK Nutrition Products - Green Pine natural antioxidant herbal supplement and vitamins.

Merlot - Offers moisturizer, cleanser and cream based on natural grape-seed extract as an antioxidant to fight the natural skin aging process.

Rcibiz Nutraceuticals - Products for anti-aging, immune support, nutrition, anti oxidant support, weight management, and more.

Arise & Shine - The Cleanse Thyself Program distributes natural alternative intestinal cleanse and nutritional products including organic minerals, herbs, amino acids, enzymes, chomper, benonite, psyllium, antioxidants and liver and bowel aids.

HR Laboratories - Offers products based on the fruit extract of the berries of Sea Buckthorn, a plant of Russian origin. Fragrance and colorants free, promotes skin regeneration, provides essential nutrients and antioxidant protective barrier.

OrangeDaily - This vitamin C skin care antioxidant provides protection against free radicals, stimulates collagen, protects against sun.

Wholesale Herbals - Herbals, vitamins, weight loss products, minerals, antioxidants and specialty products at wholesale prices.

The Flantech Group - Innovations of body and mind by Dr. G. Patrick Flanagan. Home of MegaHydrin dietary antioxidant supplement and other great products.

Pycnogenol International - Pycnogenol Premium Plus complete antioxidant package. Specializes in international shipments.

Earthsgifts.com - An antioxidant nutritional compound from France .

AstaFactor - A natural astaxanthin antioxidant supplement that is up to 500 times stronger than vitamin E.

Pycnogenol - The Antioxidant for a Healthy Circulation.

ThiOne International, Inc. - Offers antioxidant products. Provides a list of their benefits.

Antioxidants and Redox Signaling - A publication that encompasses the emerging field of anti oxidants and redox biology, dealing with all aspects of reactive species, antioxidants and other redox-dependent process in biological and related systems.

Antioxidants - article

(From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia).

An antioxidant is a chemical that prevents the oxidation of other chemicals. In biological systems, the normal processes of oxidation (plus a minor contribution from ionizing radiation) produce highly reactive free radicals. These can readily react with and damage other molecules, but the presence of extremely easily oxidisable compounds in the system can "mop up" free radicals before they damage other essential molecules.

The following vitamins have shown positive antioxidants effects:

Retinol, Vitamin A or beta-carotene. It has been discovered that beta-carotene protects dark green, yellow and orange vegetables and fruits from solar radiation damage and it is thought that it plays a similar role in human body. Carrots, squash, broccoli, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, kale, collards, cantaloupe, peaches and apricots are particularly rich sources of beta-carotene.

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is a water-soluble compound that fulfills this role, among others, in living systems. Important sources include citrus fruits (like oranges, sweet lime etc.), green peppers, broccoli, green leafy vegetables, strawberries, raw cabbage and tomatoes.

Vitamin E (tocopherol) is fat soluble and similarly protects lipids. Sources include wheat germ, nuts, seeds, whole grains, green leafy vegetables, vegetable oil and fish-liver oil.

Selenium - It is best to get selenium through foods, as large doses of the supplement form can be toxic. Good food sources include fish, shellfish, red meat, grains, eggs, chicken and garlic. Vegetables can also be a good source if grown in selenium-rich soils.

Several food additives (including ascorbic acid and tocopherol-derived compounds) are used as antioxidants to help guard against deterioration of food.

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