What can the color of your fruits and vegetables tell you about their health benefits? How can black pepper help our bodies absorb crucial nutrients? What is the best way to eat produce and maximize nutrition?
Answer these questions and more in Antioxidants—What Are They and Why Do We Need Them? Antioxidants are more than just health food buzzwords—they are crucial tools for maintaining a healthy, balanced diet that can boost your body’s ability to fight disease. With Dr. Cassandra Quave of Emory University School of Medicine as your guide, you’ll uncover how antioxidants work, where to find them, and the best ways to get their full benefits.
Pilot Lecture: Antioxidants—What Are They and Why Do We Need Them?
Examine the science behind antioxidants and discover how you can harness the power of your diet to reduce inflammation, promote health, and prevent disease.
Overview
01: Antioxidants: What Are They and Why Do We Need Them?
Join Dr. Cassandra Quave of Emory University School of Medicine to uncover the truth about antioxidants and the many benefits of incorporating them into your everyday diet. You’ll not only discover which foods provide the best antioxidant health benefits, but also how preparation plays a crucial role in how our body absorbs these vital compounds.
34 min
