Social isolation causes oxidative stress and depletes antioxidants like glutathione. Learn how to mitigate the effects of social isolation.
Oxidative Stress
Free radicals in foods
Minimizing your consumption of free radicals in foods is as simple as following a balanced, whole food diet filled with antioxidants.
Where do free radicals come from?
Free radicals come from some foods, drugs, alcohol, and environmental contaminants. Learn the specific sources and how to prevent damage.
Stress and Aging
The research is clear: Stress can cause premature aging. Learn why stress causes oxidative stress and aging biomarkers, and what you can do about it.
Oxidized Cholesterol
Excess arterial cholesterol can oxidize in the presence of free radicals. Learn how it happens and what you can do to prevent oxidized cholesterol.
What Is Oxidative Stress?
Oxidative stress is the condition that occurs when pro-oxidants (a.k.a., oxidants) outnumber antioxidants. Left unresolved, oxidative stress can lead to severe health problems with more familiar names. This complicated cascade of cellular damage has numerous players,...
Free Radicals and Antioxidants
Oxidation is a threat to your health. Antioxidants mitigate the damage. Learn how to prevent oxidation by understanding free radicals and antioxidants.
What Is a Pro Oxidant?
An oxidant, or pro oxidant, is any substance that seeks to take electrons away from another substance. Learn what you can do about it.
