Fruits, vegetables and other natural foods are rich in a number of healthy and essential nutrients. Getting all the necessary nutrients each day can be a challenege for many busy individuals, especially if you have elevated demands from intensive training. This is where superfoods and Greens supplements can be helpful. Rich in a number of nutrients including antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, superfoods and Greens are the perfect supplement for any fitness enthusiast.

Antioxidants in particular are important. All living things need oxygen to survive; however, by-products of oxygen called free radicals are what antioxidants must protect cells against. Free radicals are formed when we breathe in oxygen. Their formation can be further increased by environmental factors such as UV rays and pollutants, as well as lifestyle factors such as cigarette smoke and exercise. People who exercise are more likely to live longer and less likely to become victims of disease - but athletes, bodybuilders and anyone else participating in regular vigorous exercise also have a much higher oxygen consumption level than a person who doesn’t exercise.

Increased oxygen levels and stress, even if beneficial such as in exercise can then lead to increased free radical levels within the body, thus increasing the chances of muscle damage and fatigue during and after workouts. The average person who exercises regularly and consumes healthy food shouldn’t be concerned – a healthy diet consisting of plenty of fruits and vegetables (and even the occasional glass of red wine) will contain plenty of anti oxidants. It’s those who put their body through gruelling training sessions on a daily basis or those that don’t train at all that may use or consider using anti oxidant supplements. Endurance trainers in particular, especially marathon and long distance runners, will have higher than normal oxygen consumption levels and stresses to the body. Without sufficient anti-oxidant levels, free radicals are able to cause damage to cells, genetic materials within cells and cell tissue. Anti oxidants provide somewhat of a protection blanket for cells and tissues. They can decrease damage, assist in preventing free radicals from forming and neutralise the effects of existing free radicals. There are many more benefits associated with anti-oxidants.

Studies have revealed that plenty of anti-oxidants in the diet, such as those from superfoods and Greens, can lead to a longer life and assist in the prevention of conditions such as heart disease, neurodegenerative and ageing-related diseases.

Superfoods and Greens supplements commonly contain nutrients such as vitamins A, C and E, carotenoids (particularly beta-carotene), zinc, copper, milk thistle, green tea extract, and a number of fruit and vegetable extracts. Superfoods and Greens are perfect to use in conjunctions with most if not all sports supplements including fat burners, pre-workout supplements, post-workout supplements & more.

Superfoods and Greens are commonly presented & sold as Complementary Medicines, Registered Therapeutic Items or Goods and Formulated Supplementary Sports Foods in Australia. Anti-oxidant supplements are not a sole source of nutrition and should be used in conjunction with an appropriate physical training or exercise programme. Not suitable for children or pregnant women. Should only be used under medical or dietetic supervision. Always read label prior to use.