a substance that slows down the oxidation of hydrocarbons, oils, fats, etc. and thus helps to check deterioration: antioxidants are added to many products, esp. foods and soaps
serving to check oxidation
adjective
- Antioxidant is defined as any substance that prevents or repairs the process of oxidation.
An example of something that is described as antioxidant are pomegranates.
- An antioxidant keeps a substance from degrading or decaying by inhibiting the chemical reaction called oxidation, the reaction of substances to exposure to oxygen molecules.
An example of an antioxidant is wax used on a car to prevent rust.
- The definition of an antioxidant is something that prevents or repairs damage that has been done to the body by oxidation.
An example of an antioxidant is Vitamin A.
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A substance that inhibits oxidation, especially one, such as vitamin E, vitamin C, or beta carotene, that protects cells from the sometimes damaging effects of oxidation.
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A chemical compound or substance that inhibits oxidation. Certain vitamins, such as vitamin E, are antioxidants and may protect body cells from damage caused by the oxidative effects of free radicals.
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Noun
(plural antioxidants)
Adjective
(not comparable)
- Acting or having agents that act against oxidation.
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antioxidant - Medical Definition
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A substance that inhibits oxidation, especially one, such as vitamin E, vitamin C, or beta carotene, that protects cells from the sometimes damaging effects of oxidation.
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Sentence Examples
- Plenty of antioxidant rich veggies and fruits - the theory behind this is that some of the body damage sustained by people with diabetes; such as eye, skin, and nerve damage may be the cause of oxidation present with glucose elevation.
- Cataracts can be prevented by consuming foods rich in the antioxidant vitamins C and E.Vitamin C is also suggested for the prevention and treatment of chronic glaucoma due to its strong antioxidant properties.
- Studies on vitamin E have shown conflicting results when it comes to prostate cancer, however vitamin E is an antioxidant shown to help control damage on a cellular level that could lead to cancer.
- Smokers would be wise to supplement with extra vitamin B-12, since this powerful antioxidant has shown itself to be particularly effective at combating carcinogens in general and the ill effects of airborne pollution in particular.
- It is believed that due to the antioxidant and polyphenol properties in the wine, French individuals are able to enjoy better health despite the fatty cheeses and desserts associated with their lifestyle.
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