Antioxidants
Antioxidants are substances that protect the cells in the body from damage caused by harmful molecules called free radicals. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can damage cells, proteins and DNA, causing inflammation and a variety of chronic diseases. Antioxidants neutralize free radicals by donating an electron to stabilize them, preventing them from causing damage to cells. Antioxidants are found in a variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, nuts and whole grains, as well as in supplements. Common antioxidants include vitamin C and E, beta carotene, selenium and flavonoids. Regular intake of foods and supplements rich in antioxidants can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes.

For repair and regeneration mechanisms in the human body, thousands of different Redox systems are in place at the molecular level. They protect the cells from oxidative and nitrosative stress. The group of antioxidants includes vitamins, minerals, trace elements, secondary herbal substances and enzymes. Antioxidants regulate and stabilize redox reactions by freeing one of their surplus electrodes to free radicals. They are also called radical catchers because they are more easily released their electron than a cell membrane or DNA, protecting the cells from oxidative damage.