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Mechanisms of antioxidant protection in cardiovascular diseases. Antioxidants act through multiple pathways to improve endothelial function, reduce blood pressure, prevent the formation of oxidized low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and provide anti-diabetic and weight-reducing effects. These mechanisms counteract the effects of free radicals, which have been implicated in the pathology of coronary diseases, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events.
