Antioxidants are molecules that fight free radicals, which the body produces in response to environmental and other stressors. On this page: What are antioxidants? What is oxidative stress? Types of Antioxidants Food sources Should you take antioxidant supplements? Summary Free radicals have been linked to chronic health conditions such as diabetes, cancer, and a variety of other health problems. Antioxidants can prevent or slow cell damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals can increase the risk of inflammation and a variety of health problems. Antioxidants are found in many plant foods and can also be synthetic. Vitamin E and vitamin C are examples. You’ve probably heard a lot of talk about antioxidants. However, few people know what they are. What are antioxidants? Antioxidants are components that fight free radicals, which are unstable molecules that can damage your body’s cells. Free radicals are compounds that can cause harm if their leve...
Reverse the harmful effects of smoking and enjoy a new life from the first hours. Smoking. Photo by NazihPharmacy On this page : How does smoking harm your lungs? Can smoking cause high cholesterol? Smoking and cardiovascular disease Second-hand smoke and risks to children How does smoking cause diabetes? Does smoking raise blood pressure? Can smoking cause digestive disorders? Does smoking affect early menopause? Does smoking affect fitness? What are the risks of vaping? Medications can help quit smoking? What are the benefits of quitting smoking? Summary Even if you have been smoking for many years, you can reverse the harmful effects of smoking and enjoy health benefits from the first hours you stop smoking and the benefits increase in the years that follow. Smoking of all kinds, vaping and cigarettes, poses health risks to your lungs and heart and increases bad blood cholesterol. Smoking releases thousa...