- While green tea is well known for its antioxidants, other beverages, including black and oolong teas, coffee and various fruit and vegetable juices, also contain polyphenols and other compounds that may support heart health, reduce inflammation and combat oxidative stress.
- Black and oolong teas, derived from Camellia sinensis, still provide meaningful antioxidant benefits despite differences in processing, with polyphenols linked to anti-inflammatory and potential anticancer effects.
- Coffee is a major source of antioxidants in many diets, particularly due to chlorogenic acid (CGA) and moderate consumption has been associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
- Juices such as pomegranate, beet, orange and grape, along with other fruit and vegetable juices, contain a range of antioxidants including flavonoids, betalains, vitamin C and resveratrol, though whole fruits may provide even greater benefits.
- There is no official daily recommendation for antioxidant intake; experts suggest consuming a wide variety of antioxidant-rich foods and beverages to help support the body's natural defenses against oxidative stress and chronic disease.
