Taking Antioxidants may be the key to a longer life by Judith Shaw (November 1, 2006)

Special Report By Judith Shaw - Simply Supplements Resident Nutritional Reporter

Taking Antioxidants may be the key to a longer life

For many years antioxidants have been renowned for their ability to reduce the signs of ageing and act as a shield against free radicals, in order to defend the body against the risk of developing a number of diseases and illnesses.  A recent study carried out by US scientists supports these well-known properties and has revealed that boosting our body's levels of natural antioxidants could be the key to a longer lifespan. 

What are Antioxidants?

Antioxidants are substances that interact with cell damaging free radicals to decrease, neutralize and even inhibit the damage that such rampaging free radicals may otherwise inflict on our bodies.

What are Free Radicals?

It is the process of oxidation that causes the formation of free radicals and this process is inevitable in metabolic processes and our daily exposure to the environment within which we live in.  Therefore, we are constantly susceptible to free radicals and the damage they may cause, making it vital that we protect ourselves against such damage. 

What can I do to protect myself and live longer?

One of the most effective ways to ensure that you have a stable herbal shield from damaging free radicals is to take a daily supplement of a well-known antioxidant such as Zinc, Goji Berry, Grapeseed extract or one of the other effect antioxidant formulas.  Not only is it any easy and convenient way of protecting your bodily cells, a daily supplement will help to promote a longer and healthier lifestyle, with the added benefit of looking and feeling great too!

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Judith Shaw, Simply Supplements nutritionist. Judith Shaw has a wealth of skills and expertise from her time within the supplements industry.