Oxidative stress occurs when the body produces more reactive oxygen species (ROS) than it can neutralize with antioxidants. ROS are byproducts of normal cellular metabolism and include substances like superoxide radicals and hydrogen peroxide.
While ROS can play beneficial roles in the body, such as killing bacteria and aiding cell signaling, excessive ROS production leads to oxidative stress, causing damage to cells and tissues. This can result in various health issues including inflammation, cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, diabetes, chronic diseases, and aging.
Factors like UV radiation, pollutants, heavy metals, certain medications, smoking, chronic disease, intense exercise, and severe stress can increase ROS production. To manage oxidative stress, the body needs a balance of antioxidants.
Supportive supplements that can help restore this balance include N-acetylcysteine/glutathione, alpha-lipoic acid, vitamin C, and vitamin E.
These supplements support the body's antioxidant defenses, helping to reduce oxidative damage and improve overall health.
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