Did I mention that we where told to not have any Antioxidants? Yep none, he was allowed to get them in foods, but that is it. Antioxidants are nutrients that can slow oxidative damage to our body's
tissues. Antioxidants can help prevent cancer and a range of other
health problems
So hear is a simple list below:
Vitamin A and Carotenoids, which are found in carrots, squash, broccoli,
sweet potatoes, tomatoes, kale, collards, cantaloupe, peaches and
apples.
Vitamin C, which is found in citrus fruits, green peppers, leafy green vegetables, strawberries and tomatoes.
Vitamin E, which is found in nuts and seeds, whole grains, green leafy vegetables, vegetable oil and liver oil.
Selenium, which is found in fish, shellfish, red meat, grains, eggs, chicken and garlic.
Flavoniods and polyphenols, which are found in soy, red wine, purple and red grapes, pomegranates, cranberries and tea.
Lycopene, which is found in tomatoes, pink grapefruit and watermelon.
Lutein, which is found in dark green vegetables such as kale, kiwi, broccoli, brussels sprouts and spinach.
Lignan, which is found in flax seed, oatmeal, barley and rye.
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