antioxidant
Free radical fighter
An antioxidant is a substance that prevents or slows damage caused by oxidation—the chemical process that degrades materials exposed to oxygen.
In nutrition, antioxidants like vitamins C and E are credited with neutralizing harmful compounds in the body: Blueberries are rich in antioxidants.
The term appears constantly in health marketing, often with exaggerated claims.
Multi-ringed plant antioxidant
- flavonoidPlant-based polyphenolic antioxidant
- carotenoidPlant-derived color compound
- tocopherolFat-soluble antioxidant vitamin form
- glutathioneSulfur-containing cellular antioxidant
catechin · quercetin · lutein · lycopene · beta-carotene · ascorbic acid · selenium · coenzyme Q10
Small fleshy fruits
- blueberriesSmall dark edible drupes
- acaiPurple palm berry
- pomegranateMany-seeded red fruit
- dark chocolateCocoa-heavy candy variety
green tea · turmeric · goji berries · kale · spinach · nuts · red wine · tomatoes
Chemically reactive atomic fragments
- redoxElectron transfer chemistry
- reductionMaking something smaller
- catalysisAccelerating reactions without consumption
- metabolismCellular nutrient conversion
molecular biology · kinetics · homeostasis · cell biology · biomolecules · gene expression · hydrogen peroxide · chelation
Counteracting effects of time
- wrinklesSurface lines from folding
- collagenStructural body protein
- serumBlood's watery portion
- radianceGlowing luminous quality
complexion · elasticity · rejuvenation · firmness · age spots · fine lines · photoaging · brightening
Protected from harm
- inflammationProtective tissue response
- disease preventionMeasures blocking illness onset
- cardiovascularOf heart and blood vessels
- neuroprotectionSafeguarding neurons from damage
cancer prevention · detoxification · wellness · vitality · healing · recovery · defense · resilience
Essential organic nutrients
- supplementsExtra nutritional intake
- superfoodsNutrient-dense dietary items
- phytochemicalsBioactive plant-derived compounds
- nutrientsVital dietary substances
bioavailability · dietary · nutraceutical · micronutrients · whole foods · plant-based · enriched · fortified
Period before spoilage
- stabilizerThing ensuring steadiness
- rancidityDecomposition of fats
- tocopherolFat-soluble antioxidant vitamin form
- food additiveSubstance enhancing edible products
polyphenol
Multi-ringed plant antioxidant
- flavonoidPlant-based polyphenolic antioxidant
- carotenoidPlant-derived color compound
- tocopherolFat-soluble antioxidant vitamin form
glutathione · catechin · quercetin · lutein · lycopene · beta-carotene · ascorbic acid · selenium · coenzyme Q10 · curcumin
berries
Small fleshy fruits
- blueberriesSmall dark edible drupes
- acaiPurple palm berry
- pomegranateMany-seeded red fruit
dark chocolate · green tea · turmeric · goji berries · kale · spinach · nuts · red wine · tomatoes · citrus
free radicals
Chemically reactive atomic fragments
- redoxElectron transfer chemistry
- reductionMaking something smaller
- catalysisAccelerating reactions without consumption
metabolism · molecular biology · kinetics · homeostasis · cell biology · biomolecules · gene expression · hydrogen peroxide · chelation · scavenging
anti-aging
Counteracting effects of time
radiance · complexion · elasticity · rejuvenation · firmness · age spots · fine lines · photoaging · brightening · regeneration
immunity
Protected from harm
- inflammationProtective tissue response
- disease preventionMeasures blocking illness onset
- cardiovascularOf heart and blood vessels
neuroprotection · cancer prevention · detoxification · wellness · vitality · healing · recovery · defense · resilience · chronic disease
vitamins
Essential organic nutrients
- supplementsExtra nutritional intake
- superfoodsNutrient-dense dietary items
- phytochemicalsBioactive plant-derived compounds
nutrients · bioavailability · dietary · nutraceutical · micronutrients · whole foods · plant-based · enriched · fortified · health benefits
shelf-life
Period before spoilage
- stabilizerThing ensuring steadiness
- rancidityDecomposition of fats
- tocopherolFat-soluble antioxidant vitamin form
food additive · freshness · natural preservative · packaging · degradation
- nutrientsprotein, vitamins, fats, minerals, vitamin
- supplementsmultivitamins, multivitamin, vitamin, vitamin B6, minerals
- beautymakeup, cosmetics, lipstick, mascara, eyeliner
- nutrition termscalorie, high protein, balance, low-fat, low fat
- skincarecream, lotion, moisturizer, facial, serum
- wellnesshealthy, wellness, fitness, exercise, nutrition
antioxidantoxidant
Electron-accepting substance
oxidizer · oxidizing agent · free radical · oxidation · peroxide
antioxidantfree radical
Unstable, electron-seeking particle
carcinogen · toxin · mutagen · oxidant