What foods are good sources of antioxidants?

What foods are good sources of antioxidants?

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To get the most antioxidants, eat a diet that includes a healthy mix of colorful fruits and vegetables and other antioxidant-rich foods:

(1) Vitamin A 

is found in milk, liver, butter and eggs.

(2) Vitamin C 

is found in most fruits and vegetables. Those with the highest amounts of vitamin C include papayas, strawberries, oranges, cantaloupe and kiwi, as well as bell peppers, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, tomatoes, cauliflower and kale.

(3) Vitamin E 

is found in some nuts and seeds, including almonds, sunflower seeds, hazelnuts and peanuts. It can also be found in green leafy vegetables, such as spinach and kale, and in oils, such as soybean, sunflower, corn and canola oils.

(4) Beta-carotene 

is found in colorful fruits and vegetables, including carrots, peas, cantaloupe, apricots, papayas, mangoes, peaches, pumpkin, apricots, broccoli, sweet potatoes and squash. It can also be found in some leafy green vegetables, including beet greens, spinach and kale.

(5) Lutein

 is found in green leafy vegetables, such as spinach, collards and kale, broccoli, corn, peas, papayas and oranges.

(6) Lycopene 

is found in pink and red fruits and vegetables, such as pink grapefruit, watermelon, apricots and tomatoes.

(7) Selenium 

is found in cereals (corn, wheat and rice), nuts, legumes, animal products (beef, fish, turkey, chicken, eggs and cheese), bread and pasta.

The best way to get antioxidants is by eating a diet with lots of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, seeds and nuts. 

Variety is also important. If you take a multi-vitamin supplement, be careful. 

Too much of some nutrients, such as vitamins E and A or selenium, can be harmful. 

Be sure to talk to your doctor before taking any vitamin supplements.