ANTI-OXIDANTS - WHAT ARE THEY?

We've heard the word over and over again, associated with healthy food or natural products but what are they? What are anti-oxidants?

 Antioxidants are compounds produced in your body and found in foods. They help defend your cells from damage caused by potentially harmful molecules known as free radicals. These free radicals are produced either from normal cell metabolism in the body or from external sources such as pollution, cigarette smoke, radiation and medication. These free radicals may damage your DNA and other important structures in your cells.

When these free radicals accumulate in the body, it generates a phenomenon called OXIDATIVE STRESS. This plays a major part in the development of chronic and degenerative illness such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, autoimmune disorders, ageing, cataracts, rheumatoid arthritis and neurodegenerative diseases.

The human body has several mechanisms which counteracts oxidative stress by producing antioxidants naturally in the body or externally supplied through foods and/or supplements. Eating a diet rich in antioxidants can help increase your blood antioxidant levels to fight oxidative stress and reduce the risk of these diseases.

Fortunately, eating a diet rich in antioxidants can help increase your blood antioxidant levels to fight oxidative stress and reduce the risk of these diseases.

 Here are some products rich in antioxidants:

MORINGA POWDER

 

An exceptional immune booster and anti-oxidant, Moringa powder is known to increase blood anti-oxidant levels. It is also used for high blood pressure, kidney stones, fluid retention, thyroid disorders, anaemia, arthritis and rheumatism. It also helps to increase sex drive.

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BAOBAB POWDER

 

 

With 200 times the Vitamin C of an orange, baobab powder is full of antioxidants, calcium, potassium, magnesium, zinc, Vitamin A, B6 and bioflavonoids. It is high in fibre and helps to boost the immune system, improves blood circulation, optimises digestion, enhances bone strength, regulates glucose and insulin levels. It repairs and maintains growth tissues, aids in weight management and helps to regulate menstrual cycles in women.

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ACAI SUPERFOOD POWDER

A superfood loaded with antioxidants, it helps with high cholesterol levels and brain function.

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BLUE TEA (BUTTERFLY PEA FLOWER)

 

Blue tea, or butterfly pea flower tea, is a caffeine-free herbal tea, made by seeping these dried flowers of the Clitoria Ternatea plant. The best thing about the blue tea is that it is absolutely caffeine-free, and it is packed with antioxidants.

SOME HEALTH BENEFITS OF BLUE TEA

1. Boosts brain activity
2. Aids in weight loss
3. Reduces blood pressure
4. Reduces stress and anxiety
5. Reduces inflammation
6. Reduces blood sugar
7. Protects the skin and prevents premature aging and wrinkles
8. Improves vision
9. Combats fatigue
10. Reduces migraine

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GREEN TEA

 

Both Green Tea and Ginger are traditionally known for their antioxidants properties, improve brain function and lower many other ailments associated with ones well being.

 KEY BENEFITS OF GREEN TEA & GINGER TEA

• Green tea and ginger has become essential in preventive health care
• Due to their antioxidants, green tea and ginger help protect against blood clots. 
• Their high concentrations of antioxidants help to boost your immune system.
• Green Tea and ginger have potent anti-inflammatory properties that are useful in significantly reducing the pain and joint swelling associated with arthritis.
• Ginger is a natural anticoagulant. Green tea is believed to help reduce cholesterol levels and promote healthy blood pressure. They, both are useful in the prevention of heart attacks
• Green Tea with ginger tea can be used as part of a weight loss diet plan

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