Fruits, vegetables, nuts, berries and chocolate contain antioxidants that protect the body from free radicals and oxidative stress, prevent the development of various diseases and slow down aging. Gastroenterologist, therapist at the Center for Molecular Diagnostics CMD Govorovo Federal Budgetary Institution Rospotrebnadzor Central Research Institute of Epidemiology Svetlana Ermakova told socialbites.ca.
“Various berries, fruits and vegetables contain unique antioxidants that help improve health. For example, red grapes, strawberries, nuts and chocolate are rich in resveratrol. It helps reduce inflammation, protects the cardiovascular system and improves cognitive function. Anthocyanins from purple, blue and red foods it has the same properties: blueberries, raspberries, black currants and cherries,” said Ermakova.
Some substances also protect against cancer and prolong the youth of the skin by protecting it from ultraviolet rays. Among them, the doctor detected sulforaphane (found in broccoli, asparagus, arugula, kale and radishes) and quercetin (found in apples, red onions, green tea, cranberries, blueberries, raspberries and red grapes).
“It is also important to preserve vision and avoid cataracts as we age: this is facilitated by the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, which are found in green leafy vegetables (spinach), potatoes and corn,” the doctor added.
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Source: Gazeta
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