Strong antioxidants versus free radicals

You have heard many times about free radicals and antioxidants. But do you know what role they play in diseases and the aging process? And why does the body need a lot of antioxidants to maintain good health for a long time and what is the most valuable source of these beneficial substances?

Free radicals are products of metabolism that under specific conditions may appear in the production of energy by the human body. Free radicals arise in the body when it is exposed to environmental toxins, including sunlight, chemicals or cigarette smoke. They can also be the effect of inflammation caused by physical effort, radiation or natural metabolic processes.

The relationship of free radicals to the aging of the body was discovered in the mid-twentieth century. Free radicals are made up of molecules that have a shortage of electrons. Therefore, they collect missing electrons from other molecules that are nearby. This reaction is referred to as oxidation. When free radicals pick up electrons from proteins or fats in the body, cellular structures and DNA are destroyed, which leads to tissue degradation.

Antidote to the damaging effects of free radicals are antioxidants (micronutrients), which act as “electron donors” neutralizing free radicals. If the body does not have enough antioxidants, then free radicals cause accelerated damage to tissues and organs, which creates the risk of many diseases.

Harmful effects of accumulation of free radicals

Excessive thickening of free radicals leads to chronic diseases, including atherosclerosis, degeneration of cells, disturbances in blood sugar levels, joint pain, cardiovascular disorders, inflammation and degenerative diseases. Oxidative stress is the main cause of cell death, especially nerve cells and the brain, which are very susceptible to oxidation due to their high metabolic rate.

Accelerated aging of the body and damage to the nerves, spinal cord and brain are closely connected with DNA oxidative damage and insufficient level of antioxidants.

The body has an internal defense mechanism that neutralizes free radicals. However, too many toxins and exposure to harmful factors may result in exceeding the efficiency of natural defense forces. Therefore, due to current environmental conditions, it is recommended to take additional doses of antioxidants in the form of dietary supplements. According to specialists’ opinions, this can significantly improve the protection of the body’s cells, slow down the degeneration process, extend life and minimize the risk of degenerative diseases of the nervous system.

A set of natural antioxidants

The most well-known and commonly occurring oxidant is vitamin C. In addition to its antioxidant properties, it has a wide range of health benefits. Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant, but its special form called Life-C shows much better bioavailability and stays in the bloodstream twice as long. A special form of vitamin C, combined with herbs characterized by a high content of antioxidants and medicinal mushrooms (sea buckthorn, acerola, Camu camu, Ashwagandha) – have been enclosed in a capsule of a dietary supplement called IMMUNE+++. Sea buckthorn is a nutrient-rich plant growing in the northern regions of India, which is characterized by high content of carotenoids and is a fat-soluble antioxidant. Fat-soluble antioxidants are very important in protecting against oxidative stress. Sea buckthorn also contains a large amount of natural vitamin C. The composition of the dietary supplement is additionally enriched with three traditional medicinal mushrooms, which are beneficial in the protection of nerve cells and provide immunological support.

A strong immune system effectively protects the body against illnesses and threats with external ones. Natural, concentrated antioxidants help strengthen the immune system and fight free radicals, which are now known to cause the destructive effect of oxidative stress.