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Author Dasgupta, Amitava, 1958-

Title Antioxidants in food, vitamins and supplements : prevention and treatment of disease / Amitava Dasgupta, Kimberly Klein
Published Burlington : Elsevier Science, 2014

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Description 1 online resource (359 pages)
Contents 880-01 1. Introduction to free radicals and the body's antioxidant defense -- 2. Methods for measuring oxidative stress in the laboratory -- 3. Oxidative stress induced by air pollution and exposure to sunlight -- 4. Oxidative stress caused by cigarette smoking, alcohol abuse, and drug abuse -- 5. Oxidative stress induced by household chemicals -- 6. Psychological stress-induced oxidative stress -- 7. Oxidative stress and cardiovascular diseases -- 8. Oxidative stress and cancer -- 9. Diabetes and oxidative stress -- 10. Role of oxidative stress in neurodegenerative diseases and other diseases related to aging -- 11. Oxidative stress related to other diseases -- 12. Fruits, vegetables, and nuts -- 13. Tea, coffee, and chocolate: Rich sources of antioxidants -- 14. Alcoholic beverages: Antioxidants and other health benefits of moderate consumption -- 15. Antioxidant vitamins and minerals -- 16. Herbal and other dietary supplements that are antioxidants -- 17. Combating oxidative stress with a healthy lifestyle
880-01/(S Contents note continued: References -- ch. 16 Herbal and Other Dietary Supplements That Are Antioxidants -- 16.1. Introductions -- 16.2. Antioxidant Herbal Supplements -- 16.2.1. Astragalus -- 16.2.2. Bilberry and Other Berry Extracts -- 16.2.3. Cat's Claw -- 16.2.4. Garlic Extract -- 16.2.5. Ginseng -- 16.2.6. Ginkgo Biloba -- 16.2.7. Grape Seed Extract -- 16.2.8. Lycopene Supplement -- 16.2.9. Milk Thistle -- 16.2.10. St. John's Wort -- 16.2.11. Soy Supplement -- 16.2.12. Turmeric -- 16.3. Other Antioxidant Supplements -- 16.3.1. Coenzyme Q10 -- 16.3.2. Glutathione -- 16.3.3. Glucosamine -- 16.3.4. α-Lipoic Acid -- 16.3.5. Fish Oil Supplements -- 16.3.6. Melatonin -- 16.4. Conclusion -- References -- ch. 17 Combating Oxidative Stress with a Healthy Lifestyle -- 17.1. Introduction -- 17.2. Interaction with Friends/Family Members and Laughter to Reduce Stress -- 17.3. Insomnia and Oxidative Stress: The Need for a Good Night's Sleep -- 17.4. Health Benefits of Pet Ownership and Human--Animal Interaction -- 17.5. Meditation and Yoga to Combat Stress and Improve Antioxidant Defense -- 17.6. Benefits of Physical Activity and Exercise -- 17.7. Aromatherapy and Massage for Stress Reduction -- 17.8. Music for Stress Reduction -- 17.9. Sex for Stress Reduction -- 17.10. Leisurely Activities and Vacation for Stress Reduction -- 17.11. Conclusion -- References
Summary Antioxidants in Food, Vitamins and Supplements bridges the gap between books aimed at consumers and technical volumes written for investigators in antioxidant research. It explores the role of oxidative stress in the pathophysiology of various diseases as well as antioxidant foods, vitamins, and all antioxidant supplements, including herbal supplements. It offers healthcare professionals a rich resource of key clinical information and basic scientific explanations relevant to the development and prevention of specific diseases
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
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Subject Antioxidants.
Antioxidants
antioxidant.
HEALTH & FITNESS -- Healthy Living.
HEALTH & FITNESS -- Holism.
HEALTH & FITNESS -- Reference.
MEDICAL -- Preventive Medicine.
Antioxidants
Form Electronic book
Author Klein, Kimberly
ISBN 9780124058729
0124058728
9780124059177
0124059171