What are antioxidants?
Antioxidants are active compounds that are naturally generated by the organism and are also present in food. Their function is to fight free radicals - unstable molecules that constantly build up in the organism and damage all kinds of cells.
To put it simply, antioxidants suppress inner destructive processes and make sure the organism functions properly at a cellular level.
Why do we need antioxidants?
While certain amounts of free radicals are important (for example, for the immune system), their excessive number can lead to health deterioration and this is where antioxidants join the game. These can help to preserve an optimal balance and prevent or ‘fix’ oxidative stress - the state in which free radicals outnumber antioxidants.
Continuously keeping the normal antioxidant equilibrium is a matter of wellness, youth and beauty, as it’s crucial for an efficient life cycle of every cell and DNA integrity in the human organism.
What are the best antioxidants and why take them?
As it has been mentioned above, the organism naturally synthesises antioxidants. However, various stressful conditions like colds, serious diseases, sun exposure, malnutrition, smoking, alcohol and intense physical activity can call for external help in form of supplements or antioxidant-rich foods that include:
- Vitamins C, A and E
- Selenium
- Fruit and berries
- Vegetables
- Herbs and spices
- Plant-based chemicals
At Zumub you can personalize and customize your diet and find the most convenient way to fit antioxidants into it. We offer various forms, from powders to capsules as well as different sources like turmeric, goji berries, cinnamon, acai berry, quercetin, and many others including multi-components mixes. Choose your own wellness boost and enjoy a life full of energy and vitality.
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