If you eat a diet high in fat, low in fiber and have special dietary needs, you may consider more specific vitamins and minerals to attain proper nutrition. Ask your physician for more information on supplementation. If you are like most people, you're probably not getting enough nutrients from your diet. The RDA's were derived from the amount of nutrient required to reverse nutrient deficiency symptoms. Antioxidants are found in several vitamins and minerals, including vitamins C, E and Beta Carotene.
Antioxidants are substances that fight off free-radicals in our bodies.
Free radicals are compounds within our bodies that cause cell and tissue damage, and potentially contribute to chronic disease. Most free radicals are formed by radiation, are found in air pollution, ozone and cigarette smoke. Both types of vitamins are essential for proper nutrition. The difference between the two are the levels of absorption, excretion from the body and toxicity potential. Fat Soluble vitamins are A, D, E, K, and Beta Carotene.