Antioxidant Potential Score – Antioxidant Indicator

Introducing the Clubwell Antioxidant Score: A New Standard for Daily Health

While most people know that fruits and vegetables are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and fibre, there's more to their health benefits than meets the eye. An often-overlooked but critical factor in foods is their antioxidant power. Antioxidants help our bodies neutralize free radicals—unstable molecules that cause cell damage and increase inflammation. These free radicals come from many sources, including pollution, processed foods, and lifestyle choices. Enter the Clubwell Antioxidant Potential Score: a simple, easy-to-use guide to help you boost your intake of these protective compounds.

Why Antioxidants Matter

Antioxidants are essential for cellular health. They act as a defence system, preventing oxidative damage that can lead to various health issues, from premature aging to chronic disease. While our bodies produce some antioxidants naturally, external factors like pollution, smoking, and intense exercise can overwhelm our natural defences, leading to what’s known as oxidative stress. Including high-antioxidant foods in your diet is crucial to keep oxidative stress in check, which is where the Clubwell Antioxidant SPotential core becomes valuable.

How the Clubwell Antioxidant Score Works

The Clubwell Antioxidant Score builds on research developed at Tufts University and recommendations from the National Institute on Aging, with careful updates to fit today’s nutritional landscape. Each food or recipe in our app is given a score based on its antioxidant potential, providing a cumulative total to reflect your daily intake. Here’s how we determine it...