How to Use antioxidant in a Sentence
antioxidant
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Lycopene, which works as an antioxidant, may protect against cancer by preventing cell damage in the body.
— Darlene Zimmerman, Detroit Free Press, 29 May 2021 -
The crop milk is bright red due to the presence of a red-colored antioxidant called canthaxanthin, which also helps the chicks turn from white to pink.
— Christina Szalinski, Discover Magazine, 24 June 2021 -
Plus, they’re infused with antioxidants to protect your skin from environmental stressors.
— Jessica Copeland, Rolling Stone, 9 Oct. 2024 -
The latter product by SkinCeuticals is Hartman's new go-to antioxidant.
— Allure, 21 July 2021 -
The bitterness of the chocolate is credited for staving off other sweet cravings while also providing some flavonoid (antioxidant) and fiber benefits.
— Jessie Shafer, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2021 -
Vitamin C is a superstar antioxidant particularly in skin care preparations but it has been known to gently lift hair color as well.
— Bea McMonagle, Forbes, 28 May 2021 -
Peanuts are rich in many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that provide helpful nutrients and reduce your risk of inflammation and disease.
— Daryl Austin, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024 -
Vitamin C functions as an antioxidant and plays a major role in immune function (not to mention helping reduce risk of several chronic diseases).
— Stefani Sassos, Ms, Rdn, Cso, Cdn, Nasm-Cpt, Good Housekeeping, 10 Aug. 2021 -
Turmeric contains a powerful antioxidant known as curcumin.
— Stefani Sassos, Ms, Rdn, Cso, Good Housekeeping, 22 Apr. 2021 -
The sooner this process is stopped, the more antioxidants and less caffeine the tea has.
— Carol Eustice, Verywell Health, 23 Aug. 2023 -
It’s packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants, and a nearly even amount of carbs and fat.
— Paul Kita, Men's Health, 18 Aug. 2023 -
That’s good because many of this vegetable’s antioxidants are found in the skin.
— Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 28 Sep. 2024 -
What’s more, the serum pairs the antioxidant with the green tea derivative EGCG.
— Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024 -
Quercetin is a flavonoid or type of antioxidant found in many foods, such as apples, berries, tomatoes, and leafy greens.
— Kelsey Kunik, Rd, Health, 10 Aug. 2024 -
It’s packed with polyphenols, antioxidants that help to protect the body against disease and slow down the natural aging of the brain.
— Georgia Day, Vogue, 22 Sep. 2023 -
Retinoids, antioxidants, and amino acids nourish the skin for a smoother, brighter complexion.
— Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 11 Aug. 2023 -
But the supplement was rich in antioxidants, commonly used in ayurvedic medicine and hard to find.
— Andrea Chang, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2024 -
This antioxidant may be helpful for those who are over age 35 and trying to conceive.
— Casey Seiden, Parents, 22 Mar. 2024 -
Packed with color, flavor, and antioxidants, the purple tomato might just be the next splash of color on your plate.
— Karen Asp, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2023 -
Healthy fats, such as olive oil, are used in several of the Blue Zone regions and provide a slew of heart-healthy fatty acids and antioxidants.
— Good Housekeeping, 8 Sep. 2023 -
They also have been shown to have antioxidant properties that may help slow the aging process.
— Diane Hoffmaster, Treehugger, 22 June 2023 -
There are many forms of antioxidants, both natural and man-made.
— John Dorfman, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2023 -
Red wine contains a high concentration of the antioxidant quercetin, which is found in grape skins, and therefore, red wine.
— Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 30 Nov. 2023 -
These antioxidants are what may help reduce the pain of menstrual cramps.
— Sherri Gordon, Health, 1 May 2023 -
Popcorn contains polyphenols, which are a type of antioxidant found in plants, Walsh says.
— Erica Sweeney, Men's Health, 13 Oct. 2022 -
These pancakes are fluffy, filling, and packed full of protein and antioxidants.
— Women's Health, 11 July 2023 -
What’s more, one study suggests that frozen fruit may contain even more antioxidants.
— Ana Morales, Glamour, 24 Sep. 2024 -
The cornerstone of Bellefontaine is the Edelgen complex, an antioxidant that is found in all of their products.
— Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2021 -
Read on to learn more about this mighty antioxidant and if supplementation is right for you.
— Good Housekeeping, 10 Feb. 2023 -
And adding antioxidants to that meal improved the recovery from those workouts even more.
— Emily Shiffer, Men's Health, 31 Mar. 2023
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