PROF. DR.HEMRAJ RANA B.A.M.S. MD (MEDICINE) MEMBER OF AAPNA ( Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America)
9E ANTIOXIDANT 5
A free radical is any atom or molecule that has a single unpaired electron in an outer shell. A free Radical
Pollution – Vehicle, Factory etc. Radiations - Mobile Phones, PC’s,TV’s. Bad Eating Habits – Pizzas, Burgers Over use of Medicines Excessive Smoking – Active/Passive Excessive Consumption of alcohol Working Stress Causes of increased production of free radicals
Antioxidant Antioxidants are substances that may protect your cells against the effects of free radicals . Antioxidants are molecules that can donate an electron to a free radical without making themselves unstable.
Oxidative stress is an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants in the body.
Cardiovascular conditions such as high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, and stroke Diabetes Cancer Alzheimer’s disease Parkinson’s disease Inflammatory disorders Chronic fatigue syndrome Asthma Male infertility Oxidative stress also contributes to A ging . Diseases linked to oxidative stress
9E ANTIOXIDANT 5
STRAWBERRY ACAI BERRY GOJI BERRY BLACKCURRANT BLUE BERRY CHERRY CRAN BERRY ELDER BERRY RED CURRANT RASPBERRY BLACK BERRY
AMLA NONI FRUIT ALOE VERA
Berries Benefits Loaded with antioxidants. May help improve blood sugar and insulin response. High in fibers Provide many nutrients. Help fight inflammation. May help lower cholesterol levels. May be good for your skin. May help protect against cancer.
Amla Benefits Amla is an excellent source of Vitamin C, hence it helps boost your immunity, metabolism and prevents viral and bacterial ailments Amla is rich in antioxidants that help in fighting free radicals in the body. This reduces cell damage and also the risk of cancer and inflammation . It improves eyesight Studies have showed that the carotene in amla improves vision Amla promotes hair health The vitamin C in Indian gooseberry has been clinically proven to promote hair growth and improve hair health
NONI BENEFITS Lowers risk of gout Improves skin quality. Good for people suffering from arthritis. Anti-ageing. Prevents cancer. Reduces stress. Boosts immunity.