Benefits of Antioxidants
1.) Melatonin
- Regulates the human sleep-wake cycle which allows the body to get enough rest and prevents stress
- Adequate rest prevents production of stress hormones which have a negative impact on the body metabolism
2.) Cartenoids
- Mop up free radicals which are implicated in cancer formation
- Protects the eye by absorbing blue light which damages the eyes
3.) Lycopene
- Mops up free radicals
- Inhibits the multiplication of cancer cells hence limiting the spread of certain cancers.
4.) Lutene
- Prevents cataracts. This is a condition where the eye lenses become cloudy causing loss of vision. Luteine prevents the oxidation that leads to this process
- Prevents some types of cancer such as colon cancer
- Prevents some skin disorders
5.) Flavanoids
- Prevent inflammation which is normally responsible for conditions such as blood clots in the veins, heart attacks and strokes
- Mop up free radicals and this reduces the risk of development of cancer
6.) Polyphenols
- Mops up free radicals which predispose one to development of cancer