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Anti Aging Supplements : Antioxidants

Antioxidants are cell protectors and preventing us from diseases like heart damage, weak immune system, cancer etc. They include vitamins A, C, and E, lutein and beta-carotene. Antioxidants can help to improve the appearance of fine lines, smoothen the skin texture and helps reduce dryness. Anti-Oxidants also protect from high Cholesterol and Triglyceride Levels. It also reduces risk of memory loss and dementia in older adults.

Antioxidants are useful to optimize blood flow to the heart and brain, to prevent injury to blood vessel membranes, defend against cancer-causing DNA damage, and help lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. Some antioxidants are made in our cells and may include enzymes and the small molecules glutathione, coenzyme Q10, uric acid, and lipoic acid.

Basic antioxidant vitamins are:

• 800-1,000 mg vitamin C
• 400 IU vitamin E
• 100-200 mcg selenium
• 10,000-50,000 IU mixed carotenes
• 15-30 mg zinc
• 1-2 mg copper

The antioxidants may help to:

• Control high blood pressure.
• Block the development of certain cancers.
• Prevent heart disease.
• Protect against diabetes-related damage.
• Slow the effects of aging.