Antioxidants and Your Health

A PEN System resource for consumers about food sources of antioxidants and their effects on health.

2026-04-22 · Handout NEW

Is there a role for antioxidants in the treatment of male infertility?

Antioxidants: In Depth

Consumer information from the National Institute of Health (NIH), National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health summarizing the science abo...

2023-07-24 · Handout

What dietary supplements slow the progression of age-related eye diseases (e.g. macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy)?

Is there evidence to indicate that vitamin/mineral supplements (e.g. antioxidant vitamins, vitamin D or vitamin B12) may slow disease progression in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS)?

What vitamins, minerals, trace elements, fatty acids and antioxidants improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes?

Are antioxidant supplements (e.g. vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin A, beta-carotene, selenium, zinc) recommended for the prevention or treatment of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

What is the evidence on the safety and efficacy of mangosteen juice and supplements?

Should Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) Values be Developed for Lutein?

What dietary patterns reduce the risk or slow the progression of age-related eye diseases (e.g. macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts)?