What it is?

An antioxidant is a compound that neutralizes free radicals or oxidized atoms in the body and prevents or limits cellular damage. Free radicals can build up in the body due to factors like aging, stress, pollution, and illness, leading to inflammation and cell damage. Antioxidants help neutralize these free radicals, supporting overall health and reducing the risk of diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and arthritis.

How to feed?

Antioxidants are readily found in many fresh raw vegetables and fruits, such as blueberries, goji berries, carrots, and dark leafy greens. Other good sources include mushrooms, pine bark extract, milk thistle, phytoestrogens such as soybeans, and spices including rosemary, thyme, marjoram, oregano, sage, basil, pepper, clove, cinnamon, and nutmeg. All of these sources can be mixed into your dog’s bowl. Antioxidants are vitamins C, E, and A, quercetin, coenzyme Q10, and decaffeinated green tea. Minerals with antioxidant properties include selenium, manganese, and zinc.