Antioxidant

A substance that protects cells from damage caused by free radicals (compounds formed during the metabolism of oxygen). It may help prevent the development of some chronic diseases such as cancer. Antioxidants include beta-carotene; lutein; lycopene; vitamins a, c, and e; selenium; and zinc.

Also see

• Antioxidant (WikiMD)
• Antioxidant (Wikipedia)

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