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Improved Cardiovascular Health Atherosclerosis is one of the leading causes of heart disease
Its antioxidant properties may protect the skin from UV damage and environmental stressors
Kwon KD, Choi MJ, Park JM, et al
We get it from our diet, primarily from animal products
It will not promote weight loss