How to Use antioxidant in a Sentence

antioxidant

noun
  • Most of that beneficial antioxidant is in the skin, so don’t peel the pears for today’s recipe.
    Darlene Zimmerman, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2020
  • The antioxidant in cloves, called eugenol, is said to help reduce inflammation in the body.
    Laura Wheatman Hill, chicagotribune.com, 6 Mar. 2021
  • Plus, shrimp contain the antioxidant, astaxanthin, which gives shrimp their pink color and helps fight free radical damage in the body.
    Jennifer Nelson, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2021
  • Oats are particularly rich in avenanthramide, an antioxidant that protects the heart.
    Leah Zerbe, Good Housekeeping, 12 Apr. 2021
  • Red wine vinegar has more polyphenols than other fruit vinegars, with antioxidant effects that may counter depression, wrote the study’s authors.
    Matt Fuchs, TIME, 16 Oct. 2024
  • There is also promise for an over-the-counter dietary supplement called N-acetylcysteine, which is an antioxidant.
    Washington Post, 12 Feb. 2021
  • In the morning, Dr. Suarez recommends an antioxidant serum and face sunscreen after using the mask.
    Claire Sullivan, WWD, 24 Oct. 2024
  • Along with being an effective antioxidant, cocoa powder is rich in key minerals like iron, magnesium and zinc, which promote overall health.
    Angela Watson, chicagotribune.com, 22 Mar. 2021
  • Vitamin C, one of the most effective nutrients, is an antioxidant that is necessary for your overall well-being.
    Anjana Rajbhandary, chicagotribune.com, 3 Apr. 2021
  • Meanwhile, for the hair, the leave-in conditioner’s blend of green tea, shea butter, and honey delivers lightweight moisture and antioxidants to dry, brittle strands.
    India Espy-Jones, Essence, 18 Oct. 2024
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

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