When the body metabolises oxygen, it forms atoms which have an odd number of electrons called 'Free Radicals'. Free radicals steal electrons from other molecules in a domino effect which can cause damage to cells.
Antioxidants stop this chain reaction by neutralising free radicals before they damage important molecules which is said to support the prevention of heart disease, liver disease and cancer.
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin with antioxidant qualities. The recommended daily dosage of vitamin E is 10mg per day.
Beta-carotene is converted into vitamin A by the body. It's a powerful antioxidant with a recommended daily dosage of 6mg.
Vitamin C is a highly effective antioxidant. It's recommended that 75mg of vitamin C is ingested each day.
Selenium is also a trace metal that is required for the proper function of one of the body’s antioxidant enzyme systems. The recommended daily dosage of selenium is 150mcg
Whilst all of these nutrients and vitamins are said to be antioxidants, you should not under any circumstances substitute qualified medical advice with information found in this article. The author does not give or purport to give any medical or healthcare advice and is not qualified to do so.
For more information visit Australia's vitamin information website. Navigate to HealthyComparisons.com.au' Antioxidant vitamins page for more information about weight loss vitamins.
© Kristy Lee 2008. You are welcome to reproduce this article as long as URLs are active and no changes are made to the text.
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