Why do we need antioxidants❓

▪️Antioxidants are the compound that protect your cells from harmful effects of free radicals. Free radicals are produced when your when your body breakdown food or exposed to harmful tobaccos smoke or radiation.
▪️When free radicals accumulates together they may cause oxidative stress. This may damage your DNA and other cell structures which increases the risk of chronic diseases such as heart diseases, type 2 diabetes and cancer.
▪️Eating food rich in antioxidants helps to increase blood antioxidant level to fight oxidative stress and reduces risk of chronic diseases.

🔹️lets talk about some antioxidants presents in our food-

GINGEROL:-

A pungent antioxidants found in ginger. It has powerful medicinal properties. It aids in digestion process, reduces nausea and helps to fight flu & common cold. It also helps in maintaining blood sugar level.

LYCOPENE:-

These are usually present in tomatoes, watermelon and other red fruits and vegetables. They provide many benefits including protection from sun, improve heart health and prevent diseases like cancer.

CURCUMIN:-

This antioxidant is present in turmeric and helps to reduce arthritis and joint pain, aids in heart health, reduces anxiety. Also beneficial for diabetes management and cancers treatment.

PIPERINE:-

It is found in most used spices known as black pepper ( king of spices). It has several health benefits against chronic diseases, such as reduction of insulin-resistance, anti-inflammatory effect, stabilizes blood sugar level and boost brain function.

CINNAMALDEHYDE:-

Usually found in cinnamon. It has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties which help to fight tooth decay, bad breath and reduces infections. It also assist to strengthen your immune system.

ALLICIN:-

It is an active compound found in garlic. It helps to prevent cancer. Its also beneficial in lowering blood sugar level, cholesterol level and blood pressure.

REVERATROL:-

An excellent antioxidants found in grapes. They provide numerous health benefits. It has anti- cancer, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-ageing properties. It also protects yiu against diseases like diabetes and alzheimer’s disease.