Our bodies constantly experience wear and tear. As a result, they produce substances called free radicals that attack healthy cells. When healthy cells are attacked, they grow weak, making us more susceptible to cardiovascular disease and even certain types of cancers.
To keep our cells healthy and combat free radicals, it’s important to include antioxidant-rich foods in our diet. Not only do they kill harmful bacteria linked to chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, they’ve also been linked to preventing cancer and premature aging. Antioxidants can be found in foods containing nutrients including vitamin C, vitamin E and carotenoids, which are typically found in fruits, vegetables, vegetable oils, wheat germ and whole-grain products, to name a few.