Antioxidants are naturally occurring plant substances that help block and protect your cells from free radicals. Free radicals cause oxidation of the cells, which basically is similar to rust on a car.

Antioxidants include vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta carotene. Beta carotene is converted to vitamin A in the body as it is needed.

Cell damage can lead to premature aging, heart disease, cancer, and a general weakening of the immune system. Antioxidants help prevent the damaging effects of free radicals. Some control free radicals, others transform them into less damaging compounds, and some repair the damaged cells.

The antioxidant nutrients are most abundant in the plant kingdom and found in vegetables, fruits, and nuts. Add these choices to your daily servings of food and as snacks in between meals instead of cookies and candy-bars

Fruit : Pomegranate, (wild) Blueberries, Cran- and Black berries, Grapes, Oranges, Plums, Pineapple, Lemon, Dates, Kiwi, Clementine , Grapefruit. Dried: Apricots, Prunes

Legumes: Red beans, Kidney beans, Pinto beans, Ground nut, Soybeans.

Nuts, seeds, and dried fruit: Walnuts, Sunflower seeds.

Vegetables: Kale, Red cabbage, Artichoke, Brussels Sprouts, Spinach, Watercress, Parsley, Red Beets.

Grain and Cereals: Barley, Millet, Oats, Corn.

Herbs, condiments: Ginger, Garlic, Oregano.

This is not a complete list nor sorted for potency.