Free radicals are the result of some oxygen molecules that are converted into oxidizing agents during the process that creates energy in cells, cellular respiration. Oxygen is a very active element, and in the process of exchanging the molecules in the bloodstream, oxygen combines with many different compounds. Some of the compounds can cause damage to body tissue. Because of free radicals' instability, they react with cells in the body causing abnormality. There are many free radical related health problems and conditions such as cancer, aging, atherosclerosis, and over 60 identified others.
Antioxidants work in a variety of ways to reduce the effects of free radicals.
The body produces two enzymes on its own to stabilize free radicals. Although supplements of these enzymes are available directly, the body may not be able to absorb them. Therefore, it is much more useful to supply the body with the building blocks of these enzymes so that the body can build them itself. The best way to make sure your covering all the bases in the neutralization of free radicals is to supplement with a wide variety of antioxidants. Antioxidants have amazing preventative ability and can add youth, health, and strength to your body.