Cells And Oxidative Stress Flashcards
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Cells and oxidative stress
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Free radicals are o2 molecules that are very unstable. We form free radicals through stress, even breathing, detoxing, processed food. To make free radicals more stable we use molecules called anti oxidants. Ie vit C, E and beta-carotene which is used by liver to manufacture vit a.
Oxidative stress causes plaque cancer and cardiovascular issues.
