Definition
Literally Antioxidant means, 'a substance which inhibits oxidation'.
Antioxidants are those compounds which act against Nascent Oxygen in the Body. These nascent Oxygen are very reactive in nature. They are produced in the Body due to our lifestyle, diet and exposure to harmful radiations.
These nascent oxygen participate in varios reactions in the body. This may result in malfunctioning of cells and their activities.
Antioxidant herbs are used to get rid of these nascent oxygen.
Excess of Antioxidant herbs may cause :
Headache
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Stomach Upset
Single Herbs
Sida Cordifolia as an Antioxidant
The extract of Sida Cordifolia plant is rich in Antioxidant. These Antioxidants helps in fight against various diseases. Consume 5 ml plant extract twice a day. Use it daily.
Betel ( Pan ) as an Antioxidant
Crush Betel leaves to extract the juice. It contain Antioxidant compounds which helps to fight various diseases. Take 1 tsp of it once a day.
Rooibos for Chilblains
Have decoction of Roobis's leaves once a day.
Aloe Vera ( Gheekumari ) for Puffy Eyes
Apply Aloe Vera ( Gheekumari ) gel over the puffy eyes. Use two times a day.
Turnip ( Shalgam ) for Asthma
Turnips are rich in Vitamin C. It is a powerful antioxidant and an antiinflammatory. Have it in salad or make vegetable.
Sea Buckthorn Juice as Antioxidant
Drink 300 ml juice of Sea Buckthorn twice a day.
Parsley ( Ajmod ) as Antioxidant
Grind Parsley ( Ajmod ) and extract out the juice. Drink this juice regular to remove free radicals from the body.
OR:
Add Parsley ( Ajmod ) in salads. Consume it daily to get the best results.