Antioxidant Supplements

As you already know, I’m a big fan of the POM pomegranate juice and the fabulous benefits you get from drinking and cooking with this delicious, antioxidant rich juice. Today, I wanted to share another drink that I enjoy from the good people over at POM – their POMx teas!

There is a whole line of POMx teas now in a wide variety of flavors, including my favorites – POMx Pomegranate Blackberry Tea.  I like this flavor best because I’m a big fan of almost any berry flavor and putting it in a tea with the pomegranate undertones was pure genius.

Now, the POMx teas are yummy and refreshing – yes – but I also love the fact they are packaged in recyclable bottles. I really appreciate this because I take my responsibility to the earth seriously, and recycling is part of that for me (yes, I’m one of those people who brings those reusable shopping bags to the grocery store!).  I appreciate that POM Wonderful has taken their responsibility just as seriously.

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The recipe used to produce Garden of Life, Vitamin Code is a complex multi-vitamin formula. To reach exceptional health and vitality this incredible blend of multiple different minerals and vitamins is a break-through for the Garden of Life brand. Taken in only their most potent forms the probiotics, enzymes, and phytonutrients in Garden of Life, Vitamin Code help to promote many different areas of your general health. People at varying stages of their lives have different nutritional needs that require specific vitamins to fulfill. To have your body function at the best level you need to take certain factors into consideration, such as gender, age, and lifestyle. There is a formula out there for every individual. Whether it is the various formulas designed for men, women, and families, or if you are looking for a formula for women over fifty, men over fifty, and for the perfect weight, Garden of Life has the perfect supplement for you! All Vitamin Code supplements are binder free, and make up of only 100% active ingredients. An even higher quality is achieved by only including premium Raw food ingredients. Any Vitamin Code vitamin is formulated for the simplest digestion. An even higher quality is achieved by only including premium Raw food ingredients. Any Vitamin Code vitamin is formulated for the simplest digestion.

Vitamin E is extremely important for a variety of functions in the body. A healthy heart needs plenty of Vitamin E as it has been shown to actually prevent heart disease. Vitamin E can also help contain any existing heart disease and stop it from getting worse.

Vitamin E is also vital in protecting the cell membranes from the harmful free radicals that are present in the body. This is at the core of the benefits of this antioxidant. Without vitamin E, amongst other antioxidants, the cell membranes would be damaged and this could lead to serious health problems, including cancer. The reason that vitamin E is so effective against free radicals is that it is fat soluble so it can be absorbed into the cell membranes. Vitamin E is therefore essential for the immune system.

Veriuni’s Advanced Antioxidant with Red Wine Extract is supposed to promote a healthy lifestyle and boost your energy levels. A daily dose includes 500 mg of Vitamin C, 400 IU of Vitamin E, and 30 mg of red wine extract.

Although the potential benefits of taking an antioxidant supplement are still being determined, the ingredients found in Veriuni’s Advanced Antioxidant with Red Wine Extract are well documented through years of scientific research. According to medical studies cited in the New England Journal of Medicine, for example, Vitamin E, has been shown to reduce risks of coronary heart disease in men and middle-aged women. In addition, scientific evidence continues to mount over the benefits of Vitamin C antioxidants for combating risks of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and other chronic illnesses.

• Green tea contains four principle polyphenols (aka “super” antioxidants). Various research studies show they support healthy aging and the immune system, and also benefit cardiovascular health.
• Berries are a great source of antioxidants. Blueberries are considered a “superfood” because they are rich in the antioxidants called “anthocyannins”. Strawberries, bilberries, raspberries, cherries, and cranberries are particularly high in “ORAC” (Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity).
• Spinich (among other leafy green vegetables) is high in “lutein,” which is as an antioxidant in the eye protecting cells from harmful free radicals.
• Grape Seed Extract is well known for its “proanthocyanadins” which contains more antioxidant power than vitamins E, C or Beta Carotene. It is a wonderful free radical fighter that has been noted for it’s effect on cardiovascular health, brain health and mental alertness.