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Using Anti Oxidants As An Anti Aging Weapon

Anti oxidants found in anti aging supplements slow the aging process. They reduce cell damage from destructive free radicals found in processed food and in the environment. In addition, free radicals are a natural byproduct of cell function.

When cells in the human body create energy they give off unstable oxygen molecules, or free radicals. These molecules have an reactive extra electron that attacks the body's cells causing them to speed up the aging process and shorten the life span.

Heart disease has been linked to the damage that free radicals can do. Cancer and lowered immunity to disease are also associated with this damage. Wrinkles and other outward signs of aging can show up as a result of these harmful free radicals.

To reduce the power of free radicals and to combat the oxidative stress the body undergoes, it is wise to take anti aging supplements and to consume anti aging food.

Sources of Anti Oxidants

Anti oxidants play an important role in the anti aging system and in disease prevention. Anti aging supplements are an important part of any anti aging formula. There are some types of anti aging food and anti aging herbs that help improve cardiovascular health, lower the risk of cancer, contribute to the immune system. In the process, they slow the aging.

Beyond anti oxidants, there are also many vitamins and minerals found in anti aging nutrition that contribute to anti aging. Good food and herb sources of antioxidant vitamins include:

• Berries
• Beans
• Apples
• Nuts
• Prunes
• Plums
• Grape seed
• Bilberry
• Turmeric
• Green tea

The things to look for in anti oxidant supplements are:

• Vitamin A
• Vitamin C (a form of ascorbic acid, which is also good)
• Vitamin E
• Vitamin B2
• Selenium
• Carotenoids (such as beta-carotene)
• Zinc
• Copper
• Managanese
• Lutein
• Lycopene
• Co-enzyme Q10
• Cysteine-an amino acid 

These vitamins and minerals help the body make natural antioxidants such as glutathione peroxidase, superoxide dismutase, and catalase, all of which are very powerful anti aging antioxidants.

Effects of Anti Oxidants

By making sure that you eat lots of fruits and vegetables you are practicing good anti aging nutrition. Taking a diet supplement with anti aging ingredients is also a good idea. By doing these things you can reduce a whole range of aging related issues.

Antioxidants help to reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and cancer. Antioxidants prevent signs of aging on the skin such as wrinkles and perhaps age spots as well. A boost to immunity is another benefit from anti oxidants.

There is no question that free radicals and aging take their toll on your body. There is also no doubt that eating a diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables complemented with good dietary supplements designed as an anti aging formula help your body fight back.

Not only will you be healthier, but you will also look younger. The texture and pallor of your skin improve and your energy level increases as well. You will probably feel less exhausted and when sick will fight off infection faster. The benefits of anti oxidants are too numerous too count. You have to feel the difference.

The previous article is about the Aging Enzyme.

Other wiki resources:  cellular aging; obesity and age; aging enzyme; immune system and aging; collagen and skin