Improve Allergies with Liquid Anti-oxidants

Exotic fruit juices are packed with powerful anti-oxidants and are easily digested and absorbed, making them the perfect energy booster for those on the go or people who have trouble taking tablets or capsules.

Exotic juices and your health

Exotic juice blends are the result of sound scientific rationale and contain important medicinal properties. Many of the fruits and herbs used in them have been available in the East for thousands of years, and it's well known that Asian women age gracefully without the health problems many Western women experience. The anti-oxidants found in these juice blends will help you stay well and look younger for longer. They will also boost your energy levels. A high quality exotic juice may also increase your ability to fight off colds and flu, reduce joint stiffness, improve allergies and eyesight, and benefit your skin and heart.

Not all anti-oxidants are created equal

As you produce energy, your body naturally generates free radicals. Free radicals damage the cells they touch as they move through your body. Free-radical damage has been linked to many common health concerns, from heart disease to cancer. Anti-oxidants have the power to stop unstable free radicals and prevent them from damaging cell components. It is important to note that not all antioxidants are created equal. Some are more effective in protecting against different types of free radicals than others. For this reason, it's important to supply the body with a diverse array of anti-oxidants.

Specific ingredients

Mangosteen is considered an important fruit throughout southeast Asia. Recent research has identified its bioactive components to be a mixture of xanthones, phytonutrients that possess powerful anti-oxidant properties. The inner rind or pericarp of the mangosteen contains the most xanthones. Clinical studies have shown xanthones to have antiinflammatory, antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral and anticancer properties. This fruit is also loaded with amino acids, minerals, enzymes and the vitamins A, B complex and E.

Wolfberry (better known as goji berry) is another exotic fruit that's gaining a great deal of attention due to its high level of anti-oxidants, however it doesn't contain xanthones. Blueberries are also full of antioxidants and have been shown to benefit a number of conditions, including eyesight problems and Alzheimers disease. Even the humble grape has health-giving properties, particularly the grape skin and seeds that can benefit heart, liver and brain health.

Choosing the best product

Always look at the ORAC rating of an exotic juice product. This is an independent laboratory test result that measures the level of anti-oxidants present in the juice. If you choose a juice with a high ORAC rating, you'll be giving yourself the anti-oxidant profile you need to protect your cells from harmful oxidation. You'll also maximise and optimise your energy levels. ORAC ratings are the best indicator of the quality and effectiveness of exotic fruit juices.

How much do I need?

Exotic juices are not designed to be a replacement for your morning orange juice, so a guide would be to take 30 to 60 ml daily to obtain optimum anti-oxidant benefits. Juices such as mangosteen can be used in pregnancy and given to young children and the elderly.

This story has been published with the permission of Herbs & Health Lifestyle Magazine - www.herbsandhealth.com.au

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