“Antioxidants are the body’s natural defense mechanism that helps neutralize free radicals that destroy the body’s cells and tissues. It is important to consume different types of antioxidants.
Scientific research reports that antioxidants:
support the functioning of the heart
support immunity
improve memory
help reduce the signs of aging
Dr. Mercola recommends increasing your antioxidant intake by eating unprocessed and organic foods.
Two types of antioxidants work together to protect cells.
Antioxidants are divided into two groups: water-loving (hydrophilic) and oil-loving (hydrophobic).
The body needs both types of antioxidants
aqueous antioxidants – occur in body fluids, i.e. blood, intracellular and extracellular fluids. They react with oxidants found in blood and cell fluids. These types of antioxidants include resveratrol, glutathione and catechins
oil-loving antioxidants – occur in cell membranes and lipoproteins. They protect cell membranes against fat peroxidation (oxidation). This type of antioxidants includes vitamins. A, E and astaxanthin”
