Oxidative damage is slowed down by substances. These substances are called antioxidants. The human body has grown defences that help limit the damage that can happen through oxygen based reactions and come as antioxidant enzymes. The body produces these through cells, like superoxide dismutase. Antioxidant enzymes in the body need vitamins A, C and E as well as zinc, selenium, copper and manganese (minerals) to function correctly.
Antioxidant nutrients can be found in green veg, peppers, potatoes, tomatoes, citrus fruits (vitamin C), egg yolks, whole grains, nuts, almonds, green leafy veg, veg oils (vitamin E), oysters, lamb, nuts, ginger root, peas, eggs, grains (zinc), meats, fish, grains, dairy, shellfish, tuna and brazil nuts (selenium).
Through higher oxygen consumption, exercise will increase oxidative stress. It's important to have a variety of vitamins and minerals in your diet. It will help to limit damage caused through exercise, also injuries and help recovery that is caused by myofibril damage (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness).
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