Drazil & Health: What are Antioxidants?
To understand antioxidants and why they are important, we first need to explain the problem, free radicals.
Free radicals are created in our bodies by exposure to various environmental factors that include tobacco smoke, infections, ultraviolet light, pesticides, air pollution, a high-fat diet, and even fried foods like French fries. These free radicals promote oxidation that can cause damage to cell walls, certain cell structures and genetic material within the cells.
Antioxidants are the good guys that neutralize the free radicals before they get a chance to harm our bodies. Fruits, vegetables and tea are all great natural sources of antioxidants. As an example, think about a browning apple (oxidation). Adding the lemon juice (a source of antioxidants) stops the browning from occurring.
Most kids bodies lack a sufficient amount of antioxidants. Drazil 100% Juice is a great way for kids to get the extra antioxidants they need.
