Antioxidants and Their Properties

The most powerful antioxidants known are flavonoids. Among the most powerful antioxidants among organic acids is Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C). These compounds have their own unique antioxidative behaviors.

It is a known fact that antioxidants have very important effects on health protection in food and beverages.

Antioxidants added to food and beverages prevent spoilage within a certain period of time. At the same time, antioxidants taken through fruits and vegetables or through medicine and food supplements play a major role in protecting health.

Human and animal metabolism need antioxidants to resist attacks.

Antioxidants are used in the food industry to prevent the formation of toxic oxidation.

Another feature of antioxidants is the positive effects they provide on nutritional quality. At the same time, antioxidants are very important components for extending the shelf life of foods.

Antioxidants also include Vitamin E. Vitamin E is also referred to as Alpha Tocopherol. Vitamin E is available in two different properties: fat-soluble and water-soluble. It is available for use in liquid and powder forms. The product in solid form is used for topical applications. The liquid form of Vitamin E is the fat-soluble product. The solid form, however, is water-soluble.