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In recent years, we have discovered the benefits of antioxidants in our diet, so the pharmaceutical industry has raced to synthesize more powerful varieties. But in chasing new discoveries, we've forgotten a time-honored natural source of antioxidants: sea buckthorn berries (Hippophae rhamnoides L.).

Known in ancient Greece, this plant was also called "sallow thorn" because the berries can stain the skin yellow.

Native to Europe and some northern regions of Asia, it's a potent "free radical" scavenger--which means it retards aging and helps prevent cancers. What's ...

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