We've all heard the word antioxidants and we all have some vague idea of
what they are and what they do. Now, with Pocket Antioxidants,
medical-level knowledge of this topic is available to a general
audience. Prestigious researcher Dr. Amitava Dasgupta takes the latest
antioxidant research from peer-reviewed medical journals and makes it
accessible to anyone in this handy little book.
Dasgupta explains what oxidative stress really means, the danger of free
radicals, and the benefits of antioxidants. He explains that the best
way to combat free radicals is by eating antioxidant-rich foods and
supplements. Readers will learn which foods are highest in which
antioxidants. Readers also learn that antioxidants sometimes come from
surprising sources, such as coffee or alcohol.
With the tips in this book, readers can avoid the risks of following the
false information and pseudoscience found on various web sites, and
become empowered to pick their favorite fruits, vegetables, and herbal
supplements - with the goal of living a healthier life!