Why? Your body faces a continuous barrage of free radicals, and you need to do your part to safeguard against their damaging effects. By maintaining a high level of carotenoids, a powerful family of antioxidants, you’ll be better equipped to combat the destructive oxidants that cause premature aging and damage to cell structure. As organic pigments found in fruits and vegetables, carotenoids also contribute to immune function, eye health, and other vitamin-A-related functions.