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angiotensin II inhibitor
an agent that retards or restrains the action of angiotensin II
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antioxidant
substance that inhibits oxidation or inhibits reactions promoted by oxygen or peroxides
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anticatalyst
(chemistry) a substance that retards a chemical reaction or diminishes the activity of a catalyst
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moderator
any substance used to slow down neutrons in nuclear reactors
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Diovan, valsartan
an angiotensin II inhibitor that is used to treat high blood pressure
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glutathione peroxidase
an enzyme in the body that is a powerful scavenger of free radicals
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Se, atomic number 34, selenium
a toxic nonmetallic element related to sulfur and tellurium; occurs in several allotropic forms; a stable grey metallike allotrope conducts electricity better in the light than in the dark and is used in photocells; occurs in sulfide ores (as pyrite)
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carotenoid
any of a class of highly unsaturated yellow to red pigments occurring in plants and animals
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rust inhibitor
antioxidant that inhibits the formation of rust
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deuterium oxide, heavy water
water containing a substantial proportion of deuterium atoms, used in nuclear reactors
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beta-naphthol
an isomer of naphthol used in rubber as an antioxidant
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E, tocopherol, vitamin E
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
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C, ascorbic acid, vitamin C
a vitamin found in fresh fruits (especially citrus fruits) and vegetables; prevents scurvy
