A new study, published in the March 1, 2003 issue of the journal Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology, concludes that the bodies of obese individuals host a greater number of free radicals than the bodies of slimmer people. Free radicals are molecular particles that are believed to damage cells, which in turn can cause cancers and signs of aging.
The higher levels of dangerous free radicals may explain in part why obese people tend to experience more heart disease than the average population. The implication is that the overweight and obese should be sure to get a liberal daily dose of antioxidants substances known to mop up free radicals. Antioxidants are found in plant-based foods, especially fruits and vegetables, but are also plentiful in whole grains and nuts.
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