All living cells need oxygen to live and thrive. However, after they use the oxygen they give off molecules that are lacking an electron. These lonely molecules are referred to as free radicals. They wander around searching for healthy cells and “steal” the electrons from them. As you might predict, these previously healthy cells now become free radicals themselves. The cycle continues.

As this free radical cycle goes on, chances for various health problems increase. Living organisms are comprised of cells. As more cells die or are damaged, quicker aging takes place in the body as does destruction of the individual parts of the body.

So what can stave off this insidious and relentless attack? The answer is antioxidants. They’re the six ounces of bleach added to a washerful of badly stained whites. They terminate and or slow down the free radical chain reaction process. You can find them not in the laundry soap section of the supermarket, but rather in the produce aisle. And they come in a variety of flavors.

There are many, many antioxidants. But in this article we will discuss the top 7. These super antioxidants are beta-carotene, lutein, lycopene, selenium and vitamins C, A and E. They are readily found in vegetables and fruits and are major defenders against the harm caused by free radicals. Eating antioxidant-rich foods is the best thing you can do protect yourself.

Vitamin A and often beta-carotene are found in things like carrots, sweet potatoes, squash, tomatoes, cantaloupes, apricots and peaches. Vitamin C sources include citrus fruits like grapefruits, oranges, lemons and limes. Vitamin C is also found in tomatoes, broccoli, green peppers, blueberries and strawberries. You can get plenty of Vitamin E from green leafy vegetables like spinach, nuts, whole grains and vegetable and liver oils.

If you love eating fish and shellfish you are likely getting plenty of selenium. Increasing consumption of tuna, scallops, scrod, haddock and other salt and fresh water fishes is a good idea. Selenium can also be gotten from garlic, eggs, poultry and red meat. Diets that include Brussels sprouts, spinach, kale, broccoli and kiwi will give the body plenty of lutein. And lycopine is found in large quantity in tomatoes and tomato based products, watermelon and pink grapefruit.

Your body will love you for giving it a consistent supply of antioxidants. To get sufficient number of antioxidants, it is recommended that you consume at least 6-8 servings of vegetables and fruits every day. When you do your grocery shopping, skip the cookie aisle and instead head over to the produce department. Your body will thank you for it and you will feel and look all the better for it.

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