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Antioxidants protect your cells against the effects of free radicals. Free radicals are unstable molecules that your body produces when it breaks down food or medicines or through pollutants. Free radicals can damage cells in the body, such as DNA and cell membranes, and lead to age-related diseases like heart disease, diabetes, macular degeneration and cancer.
Antioxidants are found in many foods including fruits, grains, nuts, and vegetables plus some meats, fish and poultry. Eat 5 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables each day to get the required antioxidants.
Foods That Contain Antioxidants
Beta-carotene
Lutein
Lycopene
Selenium
Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin E