The natural antioxidants produced by the body function to control the free radicals that are formed in the body. An excess of free radicals leads to illness and degenerative conditions because the body cannot keep them under control. Although we know the importance of antioxidants in keeping a well functioning body going, there is much to still find out. I personally recommend the use of anti-oxidant supplementation for dogs and cats. It can only help your pet be healthier.
Articles abound on the role of antioxidants in preventing disease and slowing the aging process.
Many of my holistic colleagues agree that antioxidants are beneficial to your pets health. Free radicals are produced naturally in the body in the process of metabolizing nutrients. We unfortunately have in our world today all of those additional environmental elements that contribute to the formation of free radicals. Chlorinated water is a source of free radicals. I do not recommend giving tap water to your pets.