Fighting the radicals: antioxidants can combat the terrorists in your body

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Free radicals attack the body cells and can cause various types of damage, including lowered resistance to disease and infection. Free radicals cannot be avoided, but the body does maintain an anti-free radical system that can be aided by a proper diet rich in beta carotene, selenium, vitamin E and C.

Column, Physiological aspects, Diet therapy, Free radicals (Chemistry), Free radicals

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Fruit for thought about body shape

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There is a great variety of body shapes, but generally women have either apple- or pear-shaped bodies. Usually those with pear-shaped bodies are healthier, while those with apple-shaped bodies may be at higher risk of certain diseases and suffer more stress.

Adipose tissues, Adipose tissue, Somatotypes

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15 essential foods for women

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The low-calorie, low-fat foods that offer the most nutritional value for women include broccoli, tomatoes, greens, nonfat plain yogurt and wheat germ. Other nutritious foods include garlic, whole-grain bread and orange juice.

Women, Low-fat diet, Low fat diet, Low-calorie food, Low calorie foods

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