Nutrition Facts with Dr. Greger Everything You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Antioxidants
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Sep 25, 2025 Discover the surprising antioxidant power of different apple varieties and the crucial role of peels. Learn which nuts, berries, and beans top the charts for antioxidant capacity, with walnuts and blackberries shining brightly. Explore the intriguing link between antioxidant-rich foods and a lower risk of depression. Find out why whole food antioxidants outperform supplements and how high-dose vitamin C can even boost mood. Finally, uncover the importance of incorporating antioxidant-rich plants into every meal for optimal health.
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Apple Variety And Peel Matter
- Antioxidant content varies widely between apple varieties, with Granny Smith having over twice the antioxidants of Golden Delicious.
- Apple peel contains concentrated antioxidants and improves artery function within an hour when consumed.
Big Variation Across Plant Foods
- Antioxidant levels vary dramatically across nuts, berries, beans, and lentils with walnuts, blackberries, and fava beans ranking high.
- Green lentils unexpectedly have about four times the antioxidant power of red lentils.
Oxidative Stress Linked To Depression
- Oxidative free radicals may play important roles in major depression and other neuropsychiatric disorders.
- Higher fruit and vegetable intake correlates with lower odds of depression and psychological distress in large population studies.
