Figures & data
Figure 1 Association of free radicals with age, and age-related diseases.
Figure 2 Summary of mechanisms involved in the prevention of diseases associated with old age.
Notes: (–) Reduction of diseases; (+) Induction of diseases. There is interaction between body’s antioxidant defense system, dietary antioxidants, and co-factors in the reduction of diseases associated with old age.
Figure 3 Summary of factors involved in healthy aging.
Notes: (+) Promotes healthy aging; (–) Reduces free radical induced diseases.
