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Many moons ago I suffered a rather punishing bout of insomnia. Days melted into one, as my mind managed to escape my brain and occupy a hazy cloud above my head. Sound familiar?

We’ve had many a nutrition consultation focused on sleep problems. Most people experience difficulty nodding off at some point in their life… Some people find sleep a constant struggle. Everyone’s sleep patterns vary. Take Winston Churchill for example – he famously needed only 4 hours sleep and swore by his power nap in the afternoon. Other people would be a quivering mess if they missed their eighth hour.

But it’s important to note that a ‘normal’ cycle is when you feel tired in the evening and wake up refreshed, rather than coming alive at night-time and waking up at midday.

We produce our own natural sleeping pills called melatonin from amino acids in proteins called tryptophan which the brain uses to build sleep-inducing substances (relaxing neurotransmitters) which promote that desirable deep, restorative sleep.

The types of foods that we eat in the evening have a profound effect on the quality of our shut-eye. You want to focus on calming the mind rather than stimulating it.

Eating carbohydrate with tryptophan rich foods makes this calming amino acid more available for the brain to scoop up and feed our sleepiness. Carbohydrates stimulate the release of insulin which herds up all of the amino acids competing with tryptophan, allowing more of the natural sedative to trickle into your brain. Eating a high protein meal without the carbohydrate may keep you awake since protein-rich foods often contain tyrosine, which alerts the brain – leading to that signature feeling of not being able to switch off.

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Before bedtime, eat foods rich in the natural sedative Tryptophan. Try chicken, fish or turkey with a small portion of fast-releasing carbohydrate (like potato,) and transport sleepiness to your brain at concorde speed.

Sesame seeds are high in tryptophan, making the delicious Halva a perfect after-dinner treat. Other foods high in tryptophan which should be combined with healthy carbohydrates to become natural sleep remedies include lentils, chickpeas, beans, eggs, sunflower seeds and miso. As always, nicotine, caffeine and soda is best avoided in the evening.

Now you won’t find me recommending dairy very often, but the old wife (whoever she was?) was on to something when she advised warm milk before bedtime. The juice of a cow contains high levels of Tryptophan and calcium. Mix some honey into your milk – the natural sugars will help to stimulate yawns faster!

Magnesium rich green leafy vegetables like kale, cabbage and broccoli help to soothe the mind and muscles. Try taking a bath with Epsom salts – they are rich in calcium and magnesium and literally seep into your pores, treating your muscles to a soothing massage.

The Food Fairies still find it difficult to switch off sometimes. Hey, we’re only human (well… sort of) and we love cherry juice which is naturally rich in melatonin and can help regulate your sleep cycle. It doesn’t act like a sleeping pill so don’t expect a quick sleep-fast fix, rather it helps to regulate your daily cycle – promoting an alert mind during daylight and zzzzz’s during moonlight.

Foods that interfere with sleep are the usual culprits. Caffeine artificially alerts us, so avoid stimulant containing foods pre-pillow time. This applies not only to coffee but all caffeine containing foods like black tea, chocolate and also many soft drinks, including diet soda. For all you chocoholics, an ounce of chocolate can contain between 10 and 60 mg of caffeine, and a soft drink will usually fall into a similar range. Brewed coffee can contain over 100mg per cup, depending on the grind and brewing time. Who knows why after dinner espresso became such a hit!?

Chilli, ginger and sugar are all stimulants, so best to avoid them after 4pm.

Aubergine, tomatoes, courgettes and bacon contain tyramine – a natural adrenalin shot, so best to minimize these foods if sleep is a problem.

Alcohol also disturbs rather than aids sleep. Swap your wine with a dreamy Camomile, and awake with a glow not a groan.

Look for herbal remedies with the following ingredients such as Passionflower (ooo!), valerian (aaah), skullcap (eek!)

OR start to think of insomnia in a different light, like this man once did:

“Sleep – those little slices of death, how I loathe them” ~ Edgar Allen Poe

We are all so busy – in our work life, our family life, our social life… Do you ever feel like you might just forget to breathe…?

If you are somebody who writes long lists each morning of all the tasks that you need to complete – you will require energy levels that are bursting at the seams in order to achieve that deeply satisfying final tick!

We all know that our food is our fuel and therefore keeps us going. But did you know that your  choices may in fact be sapping you of vital drops of energy?

Here is a typically stressed gal-about-town’s day on a plate:

Leaves house still applying mascara in compact mirror, with an empty growling tummy, or if lucky – a grabbed-on-the-go slice of toast which is competing for hand-clutch-space with a large skinny latte. Lunch is a wilting sandwich or salad ordered from the take-out place next door, or maybe just an apple and chocolate bar wolfed down in between meetings… By the time dinner comes around, gal-about-town is now gal-trying-to-peel-self-off-floor. Hunger is drumming inside her tummy and demanding bites of carb-rich, sugary treats… ‘Oooh and why not finish off that bottle of Pinot chilling in the fridge to ease away the worries of the day?!’

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How do you think gal-about-town will feel when the alarm shrills at her at 6am the next morning? As fresh as a daisy or wilting like a weed?

*Weed!*

Here’s how gal-about-town might manage to conduct her day if she had a Food Fairy online …

Leaves house with a tummy full of scrummy, perfectly balanced breakfast which has been enjoyed sitting at the kitchen table whilst reading the morning papers, and washed down with a peppermint tea. Power walks to work, catches reflection in a passing window and admires freshly washed and styled hair and immaculately applied make-up! Having breezed through morning at work and encountered all stressful hurdles with poise, gal’ excitedly unwraps her alluring lunch designed for her unique nutritional requirements by the Food Fairy . By the time she has floated home for the evening, gal is still energised enough to put together some delicious ingredients for a dashing dinner date and change into her favourite ‘flirt-skirt’ and heels. As she lights some candles and blots her lip gloss, gal’ considers how terribly productive she has become since she landed on the Food Fairy’s website all those weeks ago! Not to mention the flatter stomach, brighter complexion and sudden discovery of all those extra hours in the day that used to be spent snoozing under her desk at work…

Interested in our gal’s life transformation? A Food Fairy may be for you…

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Our immune system has got a full-time, highly demanding job. It works day and night constantly fighting at the front line and under-cover in secret missions to protect its master from invading organisms, viruses, bacteria and all sorts of micro creepy crawlies. In the dirty ditches of the human battle field, armed forces of white blood cells, natural killer cells and friendly bacteria patrol – poised and ready for action.

During early childhood and infancy these super soldiers receive their initiation training. Training camps are run by friendly micro organisms in our gut which proceed to teach our immune system to react appropriately to all sorts of foreign invaders in our blood stream. Protein, dairy or wheat particles are generally seen as allies and have the freedom to pass but nasties like the cold virus, E.Coli and other superbugs must be attacked, destroyed and evicted without disturbing the human master.

But sometimes we can get caught up in friendly fire. A lack of bacteria workforce, inattentive immune cell soldiers or a lack of military precision can lead to an over-reactive response and overkill. Over eager foot-soldiers mistake your own thyroid cells for WMD’s and start attacking, leaving you with an underactive thyroid. Others confuse dairy particles in your blood stream with invading organisms and suddenly you find yourself intolerant to milk buttons! And a lack of friendly bacteria in the colon makes way for over-proliferation of a harmful colony which can lead to bloating, flatulence and immune depression.

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These are just a few faces of an ill-functioning immune system. A bunch of confused elite SAS super agents who lost their purpose and are in need of some serious soul searching and nutritional therapy!

The inner military organisation which we call the immune system has got a rescue and recovery team waiting in the wings. Sometimes this emergency service can be a little over enthusiastic and in battling against the perceived threat can release toxic chemicals, wipe out the friendly folk in our colon and cause tissue damage. These all fall under the ‘inflammation’ tag and are often the underlying triggers of pain, discomfort and symptoms of illness. From acne to arthritis, from CFS to eczema – the immune system is in hyper active mode and requires a carefully orchestrated reboot to the system in order to alleviate symptoms.

 Whether you want to send your natural protectors to nutritional boot camp, reduce effects of an inflammatory condition or increase your resistance to disease and discomfort, a nutrition consultation may be your answer to create an elite inner force of immunity!

Flawless skin, glossy hair and neat nails are three features that are conducive to our impression of ‘beauty.’ We spend hundreds if not thousands of pounds every year on keeping our manes thick and shiny and our nails shaped and polished. Simply keeping our skin cleansed, exfoliated, toned and moisturised as well as anti-aged is becoming an expensive full time job!

When you dash to your local beauty counter and reach for the latest miracle serum, stop for a moment and consider what you are putting inside your body… After all, our skin, hair and nails are the windows of our wellbeing. They reflect how happy our body is inside. If skin is dull, blemished or ageing prematurely, if hair is lifeless and if nails are brittle – perhaps it is your local food market that should receive an emergency visit, not the beauty department!

Our skin, hair and nails reflect how well we are nourished and common deficiencies can lead to blemishes, thinning hair and broken nails – no matter how much you spend on your manicure!

Despite the commonly held view that those white flecks on your nails are due to a calcium deficiency, it is in fact a lack of zinc which sprinkles unsightly white spots on your talons! Zinc is a significant beauty mineral. Not only is it important for strong nails but also for skin repair and maintenance. Foods rich in zinc include oysters, liver, eggs, pumpkin seeds and mushrooms.

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Thinning hair is a common beauty complaint, especially given the current ‘big’ hair trends! Protein is an essential hair nutrient, as it contains amino acids – important components of keratin which helps make up the hair’s matrix. Keratin is also an important feature of the skin and nail structure. Good beauty-boosting proteins include eggs, lean poultry, fish, legumes and seeds.

Blemishes on the skin are an expression of inflammation. Whether this is due to hormonal imbalance, nutritional deficiencies or stress – the anti-inflammatory pathways in the body require support. Reducing red meat and dairy intake is advisable as these are pro-inflammatory foods. Support your body’s anti-inflammatory pathways with plenty of omega-3 rich foods like oily fish, nuts and seeds, as well as fresh garlic, ginger and turmeric. Omega 3 is also a nutrient celebrated for its anti-ageing properties.

A poorly functioning liver often chooses to express its struggle on your face. Drinking plenty of fluids is the first step to supporting your detoxification organ. 2-3 litres of fluid a day is recommended. The trick here is variety, who wants to be sipping plain water all day long?! Get your liquid from fruits and vegetables, (especially watermelon, pineapple and other juicy delights) dilute fresh fruit juices and choose from delicious herbal teas like rooibos, green and ginger varieties. Staying well hydrated is shown to help keep hair naturally shiny and complexion lines less visible.

A high level of toxicity in the body puts strain on the skin as it is an organ of detoxification. Getting plenty of high fibre foods in your diet is important for the removal of toxins from the system.  Include beans, lentils, pulses, oat bran and prunes in your diet as well as plenty of fresh vegetables and fruit. Always wash your fresh produce thoroughly and go for organic choices where possible.

A wide range of factors influence the appearance of our skin, hair and nails. Poor digestion, constipation, sun exposure, weakened immunity and hormonal imbalance are just some examples of why you may not be looking your best. A nutritional consultation could help to identify the underlying reasons as to why your external features are exhibiting weakness. A nutritional programme would then be designed to meet your unique requirements and help develop an inner harmony that makes your nails strong, your hair shine and your skin glow.

Food is the first thing that comes to our mind with regards to proper nutrition but are we conscious with regards to the importance of proper food and nutrition to our health. No; because some things may influence the food we select that’s the reason sometimes many amongst us have ailments and acquire illnesses resulting from poor nutrition that is the reason education is needed regarding proper nutrition.

Humans are complex organisms that need nutrients to sustain the bodily requirements in order to have health and function properly and food is the most essential requirement for human survival as it is a substance that is either eaten or drunk to supply nourishment to the body or for pleasure purposes. The required nutrients such as carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins or minerals found in food that comes from other living organisms such as plants and animals or products, produce energy, replenish old cells, stimulate growth and keep homeostatic life.

To comprehend better we should know the difference of macronutrients from micronutrients and Macronutrients are nutrients that are consumed by humans in large quantities and categorised into smaller substances through digestion and provide bulk energy and are consisting of carbohydrates, fats and proteins.

Carbohydrate – are made of units of sugar and they are the main supply of energy for building power for human body.
Fats – are generally triesters of glycerol and fats which store energy, give insulation to the body and assist in the transmission of nerve impulses.
Proteins – are chains of amino acids which provide the building material for the growth and repair of tissue and they also act as enzymatic catalyst. Amino acids are classified into two groups; essential and non- essential amino acid. Essential amino acid – are the ones we must obtain in our diet, because our body can’t make them. Non essential amino acid – are the ones our body can produce and manufacture.

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Vitamins and minerals on the other hand are examples of micronutrients which are required by humans and other living things throughout life in small quantities.

Vitamins – are nutrients needed in small amounts by an organism which has diverse biochemical purposes that are essential to our health.
Minerals – are important nutrients for growth and maintenance of structures of our body

Now, here are a few tips to obtain proper Nutrition:

Note: Eat smart; opt for healthy and nutritious food.
Eat at regular intervals to keep sugar levels stable, skipping meals won’t do any good.
Drink adequate amount of water, aim for 6-8 glass of water, this will keep you hydrated.
Eat a lot of fish like tuna and mackerel as they contain omega 3 oil.
It is not necessary to avoid meat in our diet, instead eat only the leaner part.
Eat lots of vegetables and fruits as this will aid digestion and nourish the body.
Buy probiotics as this will help in restoring good bacteria in our body that aids in digestion.
Buy low fat versions of dairy products such as milk and cheese as dairy products are high source of fat and cholesterol contents, but provide nutritional benefits.
Avoid alcohol and nicotine from cigarette smoking.
Avoid as much as possible processed foods, especially junk food.
Exercise regularly; exercise helps and enhances physical fitness and over all health and wellness.
Get plenty of sleep and relaxation to minimize fatigue and stress.
Practice Good hygiene as regular Bathing and Hand washing reduces the risk of getting sick.
Take food and vitamin supplements because this will aid in maintaining good functioning of the body.

Health is wealth so if you wish to be rich, eat the right kind of food to have .

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Liquid Vitamins/Supplements- why are they becoming so popular today? There are several reasons for the popularity of liquid nutrition that will be discussed in this article. However, it is necessary to first point out that it is essential for everyone to take nutritional supplements in some form every day. Our body cannot make vitamins and minerals by itself, so we are all responsible with supplementing our diets with the vitamins and minerals that our bodies need. We can get these essential vitamins in one of two forms: liquid vitamins or pill form vitamins. There has been an increase in the popularity of liquid vitamins recently with increasing complexity and new age ingredients that go beyond simple vitamins to include antioxidants, herbal extracts, and other specialized ingredients that promote general health and well being.

So, what are the benefits to liquid vitamins? First, remember when you were a kid and they had to force you to take your nutritional health supplements? This is nothing new, as no one likes to swallow a giant vitamin. Large, pill form vitamins are a nuisance, and people often avoid taking their vitamins because they have to choke down a large pill. With liquid nutrition, this issue obviously does not exist. Almost everyone can swallow a liquid supplement with no trouble. So, the first and most important pro of liquid vitamins is that they are easier to take.

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Second, the delivery system of liquid vitamins is much faster. Liquid is more easily absorbed into the body than pill form supplements. As soon as liquid vitamins hit a person’s tongue, the process of absorption begins, and the liquid vitamins can begin taking effect immediately. 

The third pro of liquid vitamins is that they only need to be taken once a day instead of three times a day, as some pill vitamins require. Fewer doses per day are cheaper, as it requires a person to purchase less of the liquid vitamins than one would have to purchase with pill vitamins. Fewer doses per day are also beneficial to the person who has a sensitive stomach, because there are fewer opportunities for liquid vitamins to cause stomach upset.

Now more than ever, it is essential that everyone supplement the food that they eat with vitamins and minerals. Whether this supplement is taken in the form of liquid vitamins or pill vitamins is largely a personal decision. However, as this article has pointed out, the benefits of liquid supplements most likely outweigh the drawbacks.
Taking Liquid Nutrition Mainstram

Although there have been Liquid Supplements on the market for some time, they have not yet been accepted as mainstream, until now.

A new product called Vitavegamin is set to change all that. Similar to RedBull that set the pace for the energy drink category, Vitavegamin is set to do for liquid nutritional supplements.

High grade supplements that have proven health protection and benefit are alternatively refered to as Alternative health care. People turn to unconventional therapies and herbal remedies for everything from hot flashes and trouble sleeping to cancer and heart disease. They crave more “care” in their health care. Alternative medicine, including the use of nutritional supplements, is slowly becoming accepted by a growing number of health care insurers.
In just the past few years more insurers have started offering patients limited coverage for such practices as acupuncture, nutritional counseling and other complementary or alternative forms of care.

Quality and scientific formulations are the key. Vitavegamin is a premium blend of high grade vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other ingredients to maintain general health and well being, produce in an FDA approved GMP facility. Just as hundreds of energy drinks attempted to follow the footsteps of RedBull, there will be others who will follow the footsteps of Vitavegamin.

For more information visit www.vitavegamin.com

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is a leading animal nutrition company in India and a member of the North-India based Keggfarms Group. India’s leading producer of premixes, a provider of cutting-edge technologies in the feed additives sector, an animal testing centre, nutrition laboratory, service provider, Avitech Nutrition Pvt. Ltd. is a multifaceted multidisciplinary organization.

The ideology at Avitech is singular – to partner, progressive organizations by providing knowledge, products and services in the area of nutrition. Avitech’s needs are satiated only through efficiency improvements achieved by its clients.

employs a large scientific pool and is a widely respected and recognized name in the livestock industry.

Leadership in knowledge enabled nutrition. To be at the forefront in the study, research and adoption of technologies that improve feed efficiency and food safety.

The vision is encapsulated in Avitech’s mantra ” Know-edge Nutrition”. Avitech aspires to be at the cutting edge of nutrition thereby providing to its customers a performance edge possible through the continuous development and application of knowledge.

·  Customer centricity is at core of our business.To create a community of satisfied clients and to delight customers with our products, services and behaviour is the aim of our business.

We are committed to treating each other and our business partners and associates with respect and dignity.
We are all workers in the cause of our organisation, Our attitude at work reflects a posture of learning and integrity that makes it possible for the organisation to grow and succeed. We encourage opinions and ideas and recognise that good ideas flow from all levels in the organisation.
We are committed to sharing our success. All those who have contributed to the organisation’s growth will share its success. This ensures we are partners in a journey together.
We are a responsible corporate, sensitive and aware of our obligations to society and the environment.

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commenced operations in 1997 as a division of Indovax Pvt. Ltd (a Keggfarms group company). Indovax is a leading manufacturer of poultry biologicals.

A premix manufacturing facility was established in 2002 with the objective of providing quality premixes to the Indian feed sector.

today is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premixes to the Indian livestock industry.

A sophisticated laboratory was set up to assess the quality of raw materials that were required to be included in premixes. This laboratory later enhanced its capabilities to include tests required by feed millers in addition to micro-ingredient analysis. The laboratory facility (Nutrisys) is a leading animal nutrition laboratory in India.
has an ambitious R&D programme. Avitech’s R&D facilities include laboratory and animal house testing. The R&D facility enables Avitech to develop innovative products/technologies.

has recently established a Dairy business division. Plans to enter into the Aqua, Equine and Companion animal segment are on the anvil.
Avitech Nutrition Pvt. Ltd.

GP-37, Udyog Vihar, Sector-18, Gurgaon-122001, Haryana (India)

Ph.: +91 124 4011147 / 4278511 / 4278512

Fax : +91-124-4013620

E-mail : info@avitechnutrition.com

Website : http://www.avitechnutrition.com/

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For many years, people have been talking about and taking nutritional supplements.  What started out as natural herbs, has now grown into a trend that people use on a daily basis.  These days, you can find supplements more sophisticated than ever, available in many different forms such as liquid, capsules, pills, and teas.  There are some that are still home grown, although they aren’t as popular as those that are commercially supplied.

In general, nutritional supplements are taken to help with diets that are missing vital nutrients and minerals.  They come in many different forms as stated above, and provide one or more of vital sources such as vitamins, minerals, herbs, and amino acids.  Although they aren’t intended to replace meals, nutritional supplements can be taken to enhance your diet.

There are many reasons why you should take nutritional supplements.  One reason, is the environment.  With the environment rapidly changing, there is more toxin in the air, in the water we drink, and the foods we eat.  With our bodies having to work twice as hard to eliminate these toxins, it is always wise to take supplements and help our bodies to get rid of the harmful toxins.

Stress is also a factor on your body.  Stress can put your body at risk for many different things, such as a lower resistance for diseases.  Therefore, if you take supplements, you can get your immune system built back up and help your body function a lot better.  There are many different nutritional supplements you can take, such as glyconutrients, that will help you combat stress.

One of the main reasons to take nutritional supplements is due to poor eating habits.  Those who have busy lifestyles, sometimes don’t eat as healthy as they should.  Often times, it can be very hard to take the necessary time to eat a healthy meal.  Whenever we can’t get a healthy meal, we can always look towards supplements.  They will enhance our diets and give us the nutrients that our bodies need for energy, health, and many other purposes.

Those of us that are athletic or exercise, will need more nourishment for the body.  As you work out or play sports your body will need more nutrition.  Some good examples of supplements include protein, vitamins, and minerals.  You can find them in many different foods, or use vitamins and nutritional supplements that contain them.

If you are looking to lose weight, nutritional supplements may come in handy.  Anytime you decide to diet, you eat much less and may end up missing on foods that contain essential vitamins and minerals.  If you take some nutritional supplements on the other hand, your body won’t miss any of the important vitamins and minerals it needs.  To make things even better, you can also get supplements that will help you lose weight as well, along with giving your body everything it needs to function and carry out your normal everyday routine.

No matter how you look at it, nutritional supplements are great for many things.  You find them in your local GNC or nutrition store, or online. There are many different supplements to choose from, giving you everything you need to get the right nutrients and vitamins.  If you’ve been looking for a way to get the nutrients, vitamins, and minerals your body needs – look no further than nutritional supplements.  They are available at a great price – with many excellent manufactures offering you plenty of innovative products.

Even though a lot of people don’t actually realize it, a lot of antioxidant foods that we consume are from vegetables.  Vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes, and peppers are all excellent choices with some great benefits for your body.  When consuming vegetables, you should always go for those that are rich in color, as they are high in what is known as phytonutrients.

Phytonutrients are nutrients found in the skins of several fruits and vegetables, which give the food color as well as flavor and scent.  Phytonutrients are quite simply the best types of antioxidant foods that you can find anywhere.  If you are looking for a supplement value, the coq10 offers you a high level of antioxidant value.

Although fruits and vegetables are the best sources for antioxidants, the problem with them is that they are produced by the use of chemical herbicides, pesticides, and different types of fertilizers.  Over the years, studies have shown that fruits and vegetables which are organically grown are high in antioxidants, and boast a much higher concentration than those that have been produced commercially.

In the busy world of today, it can be very tough to eat like we should, nor can we eat organic fruits and vegetables all the time.  If you can’t or don’t have access to organic fruits or other sources of antioxidant foods, you should look into nutritional supplements that offer you the phytonutrients you need in your diet.

Supplements that contain phytonutrients do have advantages when compared to certain fruits, such as carrots – which can elevate your blood sugar level to a very high level.  Phytonutrients found in supplements are the extract of pigments where nutrients are concentrated, meaning that they draw the best from antioxidant foods, leaving the calories and sugar behind.

Don’t get the wrong idea here, fruits and vegetables are indeed good for you.  They are high in antioxidants, although those that are produced commercially generally come with chemicals and such that aren’t so good for you.  Canned fruits and vegetables come with high levels of sugars and calories, which antioxidant supplements don’t have.  The supplements offer you the levels you need, without any chemicals, sugars, or calories.  This way, you don’t have to worry about consuming anything that isn’t good for you.

No matter how you look at it, healthy eating for your body starts and end with foods that contain antioxidants.  There are several types of foods that contain antioxidants, although fruits and vegetables contain the most amounts.  Steak and meat are also great sources of antioxidants, along with other great benefits, such as protein.  Anytime you can’t get foods that contain antioxidants – you can count on supplements to deliver the amount you need to stay healthy.