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Antioxidants
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Antioxidants are
vital to good health. In our current circumstances we can’t afford
to hope our diets are providing adequate amounts, especially in our
increasingly toxic environments. Using good quality supplements
is one option.
Below are some effective supplements.
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Vitamin C
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Essential for the cell walls of the arteries to resist the attachment
of LDL cholesterol. A water soluble molecule that travels around in
the blood plasma, becoming the first line of defence. Recharges other
antioxidants
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Vitamin E
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Fat
soluble. Prevents the oxidisation of lipids (fats). Forms a protective
shield around LDL cholesterol, preventing
free radical attack on LDL. Essential
for the cell walls of the arteries to resist the attachment of LDL
cholesterol.
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Beta-Carotene (converted to Vitamin A in the liver.)
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Sits in the wall of the blood vessel preventing the uptake of oxidised
LDL cholesterol, thereby preventing the formation of fatty plaque.
Breaking free radical chain reactions. Scavenging and neutralizing
free radicals
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OPC (Pycnogenols) Grape Seed, Pine Bark
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Highly water soluble. Unique ability to cross the blood-brain barrier
and protect the brain and spinal nerves. 50 times more potent than
vitamin E and 20 times more potent that vitamin C. Restores the effectiveness
of Vitamin C. Strengthens and repairs connective tissue including the
cardiovascular system, supports the immune system and slows aging.
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Curcumin
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Prevents the formation of cancer cells and mutagens. Neutralises existing
free radicals. Stops precancerous changes within the DNA. Also blocks
toxic compounds from reaching or reacting with body tissues.
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Co-enzyme Q10
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Plays a crucial role in the generation of cellular energy. It has
anti-aging effects and is beneficial to the cardiovascular system.
Protects the body from free radicals
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Selenium
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Functions in partnership with vitamin E to protect tissues and cell
membranes. It increases antioxidant enzyme levels in cells.
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