Antioxidants-


In my research I have discovered that Antioxidants are the newest fad. They appear to be found in plants and whole grains. Included are Vitamins C & E. Research has shown that Vitamin E is instrumental in preventing plaque build up in artery walls.

However, the American Heart Association has taken a cautious approach and are leaning towards healthy diets. Their stand states that a healthy diet will provide the nutrients and phytochemicals found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. These will also prove to be a lower fat and lower cholesterol diet. The nutrients and phytochemicals (which can be found in many of the Shaklee products) are under study to find their purpose and potential health benefits.

Important note-many of the studies show that people who are not receiving their daily dosages, do benefit from supplementing.

On the down side- the study, Alpha-Tocopherol, Beta-Carotene Cancer Prevention (ATBC) Study, showed that vitamin E supplements could increase the chance of suffering from hemorrhagic stroke. And the same study showed that beta-carotene supplements were likely to increase the risk of lung cancer and heart disease in smokers. These results were also found in the Beta-Carotene and Retinol Efficacy Trial (CARET).