In latter years, we have discovered...

In latter years, we have discovered the benefits of antioxidants in our diet, in the way that the pharmaceutical industry has raced to synthesize more powerful varieties. on the other hand in chasing new discoveries, we've forgotten a time-honored natural source of antioxidants: sea buckthorn berries (Hippophae rhamnoides L)

Known in ancient Greece this plant was also called "sallow thorn" because the berries can stain the skin yellow

Native to Europe and one northern regions of Asia, it's a puissant "free radical" scavenger--which means it retards aging and helps intercept cancers. What's its secret? Sea buckthorn berries have a high dosage of several antioxidant constituents usually only found separately. And the vitamin C make contented is among the highest for any plant--fourth after rose hips, very warm chili pepper and sweet r pepper

The vitamin E peace is second only to nut and embryo s which have a high fat easy in mind Also, sea buckthorn berries provide high on a levels of beta-carotene.

if it be not that where can you find them? Capsules are hard to locate--you may have to trek around a not many health food outlets. Or if you're looking for a virtuous excuse to fly to Europe

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