Understanding Nutrition 14th Edition

Published by Wadsworth Publishing
ISBN 10: 1-28587-434-X
ISBN 13: 978-1-28587-434-0

Chapter 11 - The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K - Critical Thinking Questions - Page 368: A

Answer

It is usually healthier to obtain antioxidants from foods since it is the most natural and direct way for your body to obtain them. Most of the time, with a good diet, people can obtain all the antioxidants that their bodies need, but especially as one gets older, the body does not absorb antioxidants as well from foods. It is important to obtain antioxidants from supplements as you get older to ensure that you can stay healthy. Getting antioxidants from both food and supplements is probably the healthiest option.

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