Shoppers at Cold Storage supermarkets were able to check their
body antioxidant levels using a palm scanner and without any costly
or painful blood tests.
The scanner emits a light beam on the palm of a person's hand and
then gives a reading on his body antioxidant level.
Higher readings mean higher antioxidant levels.
Eating fruits and vegetables might not be one's favourite thing but
nutritionists agree, it is one of the best ways to stay
healthy.
And it is all because of the antioxidants which are found in
them.
Sean Wong, Nutritionist, Health Promotion Board, said:
"Antioxidants help us reduce the risk of chronic diseases, like
heart disease and cancer and you have to make sure you eat enough
fruit and vegetables."
A survey of almost 300 shoppers at Cold Storage supermarkets, which
have been providing the tests, has found that 60 percent do not eat
enough fruits and vegetables.
"I'm supposed to take more veggies, minimum 2 servings of veggies
and minimum 2 servings of fruit, so I need to improve that," said
one shopper.
"This is quite interesting, got a chance to find out more about my
antioxidant level," said another.
"It's just a matter of changing my eating habits, my eating
style."
And it's not just any kind of vegetable.
Sean Wong said: "Certain types of fruits and vegetables for example
the brightly green and also the yellow, orange type, cruciferous,
all these are higher in antioxidants...so if you're eating this
type, this ensures you have a higher level."
So before you pass on that broccoli, remember it is boosting your
antioxidant count! - CNA /ch
