Antioxidant

Antioxidants are found in certain foods such as vegetables, fruits, grain cereals, eggs and nuts. Antioxidant is the collective term referring to various different vitamins, minerals and nutrients. Antioxidants are substances which prevent or slow oxidation which is caused by free radicals and so help to protect against cell damage. Widely known examples of antioxidant-containing food and drink include berries, green tea, broccoli and tomatoes.