Antioxidant Prevents Many Diseases
Written By: Dr. Jan McBarren, Duke and The Doctor
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Published - Aug 14, 2011
Chronic inflammation has been linked to a wide range of conditions including: heart disease, osteoporosis, Alzheimer's, diabetes, arthritis, cancer and more. Researchers found a compound in strawberries that decreases levels of inflammatory markers and reduces risk of a whole host of diseases, including metabolic syndrome.
Biomarkers of inflammation include C-reactive protein (CRP), interleukin (IL6) as well as tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha). A simple blood test easily measures these.
According to research at the Illinois Institute of Technology, subjects were fed a high carbohydrate, moderate fat meal which is known to produce inflammation. Researchers split the group in two and gave them a strawberry antioxidant extract or a placebo, then fed them an inflammatory meal, and then followed it with a blood test. It was found that in individuals who drank the antioxidant drink, there was a 25% lower level of IL6 six hours after the meal compared to the placebo group.
It is reasonable to believe the antioxidants found in strawberries are not the only food to impart such anti-inflammatory properties. All fruit contains antioxidants, as do most spices and herbs. Certainly eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is recommended for many reasons. However, it should be noted that this study was not conducted solely based on diet but rather supplements or extracts of the fruit, yielding a much higher concentration of antioxidants.
It is not advisable to take an antioxidant supplement to make up for eating a poor diet. However, regardless of diet, an antioxidant supplement is beneficial for all in reducing a host of diseases.
Vita Logic Antioxidant Formula is a natural blend of goji, noni, acai, mangosteen and resveratrol. These are known as the “super fruits” because they are so high on the ORAC scale. The ORAC scale is a measurement of how well the nutrient quenches free radicals that cause inflammation, aging and diseases. Vita Logic Antioxidant Formula is one of the best antioxidant supplements available. It has no known side effects and is recommended by doctors for anyone wishing to increase antioxidant protection, including decreased risk of cancer, diabetes, stroke, heart disease and premature aging.