Sunday, September 16, 2007

A guide to antioxidants

Beta-Carotene (Pro Vitamin A), Vitamins C, E and the mineral Selenium have been known to play an important role in the healthy functioning of our bodies. They are known to be powerful antioxidant nutrients.

This means that they help to protect the body against the effects of potentially harmful free radicals. Free radicals are unstable, aggressive particles of oxygen that are formed as our bodies convert oxygen to energy.

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