date:Nov 27, 2018
they remain highly reactive, causing cell and tissue damage. Antioxidants are chemical substances which neutralise these free oxygen radicals, thus prevent the resultant damage. Research has focused on use of naturally occurring antioxidants to prevent or retard chronic degenerative diseases and ageing.
There are a wide variety of antioxidants in nature. They are present in abundance in whole grains, nuts, fresh vegetables and fruits. Vitamin A (retinol) is synthesised in the body by beta caro