10 Benefits of Quinoa
Quinoa Benefit #7: Antioxidants
Antioxidants are essential for fighting against cancer-causing agents called free radicals. Polyphenols contribute to the antioxidant activity of quinoa. There is evidence that polyphenols aid in disease prevention by fighting free radicals and oxidative damage.
Quinoa also contains anthocyanidins, which are antioxidants that can help reduce oxidative cell damage. Anthocyanidins inhibit the production of inflammatory signaling molecules, providing impressive antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
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