Chapter

Antioxidants

From Human Nutrition by Human Nutrition

Concepts

1. Antioxidant Claims

   "The market is flooded with advertisements for “super antioxidant” supplements teeming with molecules that block free radical production, stimulate the immune system, prevent cancer, and reduce the si

2. Vitamin Antioxidants

   "One dietary source of antioxidants is vitamins. In our discussion of antioxidant vitamins, we will focus on vitamins E, C, and A. There are many different antioxidants in food, including selenium, wh

3. Antioxidant Functions

   "Table 9.32 Some Antioxidants Obtained from Diet and Their Related Functions\n\nAntioxidant — Functions Attributed to Antioxidant Capacity\n\nVitamin A — Protects cellular membranes, prevents glutathi