ANTIOXIDANTS

Antioxidants or antibodies are compounds that are mixed with small amounts of other substances to inhibit their reaction with the oxygen of the atmosphere. These compounds are also called Oxidation inhibitors and stabilizers. That is, anti-oxidants are molecules that protect other molecules from oxidation or slow down the oxidation process of other molecules. Oxidation is a type of chemical action by which electrons or hydrogen are transferred from a substance to an oxidizing agent.

Antioxidants are used in medical science and industry. Antioxidants are added to petrol. These antioxidants do not allow the formation of viscosity-causing substances that are harmful to the internal combustion engine. Substituted phenols and derivatives of phenylenediamine are often used for this purpose.

Antioxidant in Therapeutics

Although oxidation reactions are very important for life, they can also be harmful. Oxidation reactions can produce free radicals, which initiate chain reactions that damage cells. Antioxidants themselves are oxidized to these free radicals (meaning the free radicals are ‘eaten’), which helps to break the chain reaction. Taxes inhibit these chain reactions that occur on cells. Therefore, there are often antioxidant reducing agents, such as thiol, ascorbic acid or polyphenols, etc.

It is believed that oxidative stress is the cause of many diseases. Therefore, in pharmacology, antibiotics are intensively studied, especially for trauma and neurodegenerative diseases. Oxygen stress is the cause and result of diseases.

Antioxidants are used extensively as a complementary food.

ANTIOXIDANT FOODS

Dark chocolate

Chocolates are not good for health. Dark chocolate is nutritious and full of minerals and antioxidants. Antioxidants have many health benefits. This reduces the risk of developing heart diseases

Blueberry

Although blueberries are low in calories, but are a rich source of nutrients and antioxidants. Studies           show that blueberries have more antioxidants than any other fruits and vegetables. Blueberry neutralizes harmful free radicals and reduces inflammation.

Strawberry

Red and juicy berries are very popular among people and are a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants. They contain a type of antioxidant, called anthocyanin, which gives strawberries a bright red color. Anthocyanin reduces the risk of developing heart disease and lowers the level of bad cholesterol.

Beans

Beans are readily available and are quite beneficial for considerable health. Rich in fiber and antioxidants, beans keep you healthy. By including beans in the diet, you can suppress the growth of cancer cells in different parts of the body.

Sugar beets

Beet has a mild earthy taste and is rich in fiber, potassium, iron and folate, and antioxidants. Vegetables made from this contain antioxidants called betalains, which gives beet red color. Beetroot is known to suppress inflammation and reduce the risk of cancer in the stomach and digestive system.