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antioxidants


Antioxidants are natural substances found vitamins and minerals that are believed to help prevent disease by fighting free radicals, which are substances that can harm the body. Examples of free radicals are environmental contaminants such as cigarette smoke. Without adequate amounts of antioxidants, these free radicals can damage cells which can lead to the development of heart disease.


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