ANTIOXIDANTS

      Antioxidants are present in many of our foods and in abundance. Antioxidants help against diseases, especially heart and cardiovascular diseases, cancer and aging. Their action against Free Radicals helps keep cells young and healthy. All food CATEGORIES contain Antioxidants: Proteins, carbohydrates, fats, herbs, fruits, vegetables and liquids. 

           A. They can be separated in terms of COLOR:

RED:

• Fruits: raspberries, cranberries, strawberries, blueberries, wild berries, cherries, red grapes, carrots, dried fruits.
• Vegetables: red cabbage, red beans, tomato, red pepper, paprika.

GREEN:

• Green tea
• Broccoli
• Spinach
• Artichoke
• Asparagus
• Basil
• Oregano
•  Thyme 

 BROWN:

• Dark Chocolate
• Coffee
• Ginger
• Cinnamon
• Pepper

      B. Antioxidants can also be categorized into Vitamins&Minerals:

      Vitamin A: carrots, broccoli, peaches, garlic

      Vitamin C: sweet green pepper, broccoli, orange, tomato, strawberries, dark green leafy vegetables, garlic.

      Vitamin E: almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, peanuts, whole grains, oats, olive oil, fish oil, avocado, soybeans.

      Selenium: chicken, egg, brown rice, oats, yogurt, garlic, molasses, onion, salmon, tuna, vegetables.