Nutrients
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- 2. turmeric and cinnamon Sources of antioxidant compounds
- 3. and reduced performance May result from insufficient carbohydrate intake
- 6. type 2 diabetes and heart disease Health risks linked in the PowerPoint to overconsumption of macronutrients, especially fats
- 7. scurvy and osteoporosis Examples of health problems linked to nutrient deficiencies
- 8. pollution and excessive UV exposure Factors that can increase free-radical damage
- 9. and seeds May provide vitamin E
- 11. radicals Unstable molecules that can damage cells, proteins and DNA
- 12. foods, fruit and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and healthy fats Recommended balanced eating pattern
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- 1. apples, pomegranate and cherries Antioxidant-rich foods
- 4. Help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals
- 5. Contains antioxidant compounds
- 6. stress Damage caused by free radicals
- 10. kale, carrots and sweet potatoes Antioxidant-rich vegetables