Pharmacy Prescriptions - Antioxidants

Everthing glows red with Lycopene

Fri, 23 Jun 2006 12:43:26 -0400

LYCOPENE is a bright red carotenoid pigment and phyto-chemical found in tomatoes and other red colored fruits. A terpene assembled from eight isoprene units and having a molecular formula of C40H56, it derives its name from the tomato's species classification, Solanum lycopersicum. It is the most common carotenoid in the human body and one of the most potent carotenoid anti-oxidants.

Grape Seed Extract

Mon, 19 Jun 2006 05:19:19 -0400

Grape Seed Extract

Grape seed extract is a relatively new antioxidant that is currently being subjected to research and scientific curiosity. Antioxidants like Grape Seed have an important role to play in the body, because they promote the oxidation of free radicals, which in turn can promote cellular health and reduce the risk of certain cancers and heart diseases.

What is an Antioxidant?

Mon, 19 Jun 2006 05:17:49 -0400

What is an Antioxidant?

A lot of people hear the term “antioxidant”, and they suddenly remember either high school biology or high school chemistry. A lot of people know that it’s good for you and your body, but not everyone knows what it really is. What is an antioxidant and why do you need it?

Alpha-lipoic Acid

Mon, 15 May 2006 17:46:54 -0400

TRADE NAMES

Alpha-lipoic acid (or ALA) is available generically from numerous manufacturers. Branded products include Ultra-Lipoic Forte (Westlake Labs).

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