Eating orange and dark green vegetables linked to longer life

This time no beta-carotene in vegetables that has the spotlight, but rather its cousin: alpha-carotene. Both are members of the carotenoid antioxidant family. Scientists trust carotenoid antioxidants promote health by counteracting oxygen-related damage to DNA.Consumption of fruits and vegetables has long been associated with lower risks of health troubles such as cancer and heart disease, said