Antioxidants

What are antioxidants?

Antioxidants, also called free radical scavengers, are a group of chemical compounds whose main task is to neutralize free radicals. They can be compared to personal bodyguards for every cell in your body. Free radicals are atoms or groups of atoms that are missing one electron. In search of stability, they try to "steal" the missing electron from other healthy molecules, such as DNA, proteins, or lipids in cell membranes. This process, called oxidation, damages cells and initiates a chain reaction, leading to the formation of an even greater number of free radicals.

How do antioxidant supplements work?

• Immune Boost: Taking antioxidants regularly supports your immune system, helping your body defend against disease.
• Healthy Skin: Antioxidants such as vitamin C and E improve the condition of the skin, giving it a youthful glow and elasticity.
• Improved Well-Being: Antioxidants support the health of brain cells, which can improve concentration and mood.
• Heart Protection: Dietary supplements rich in antioxidants help maintain a healthy circulatory system, reducing the risk of heart disease.

Why should you use antioxidants?

Your body naturally produces free radicals during metabolic processes, such as breathing and digestion. However, their amount increases sharply under the influence of external factors:

• Environmental pollution (smog, cigarette smoke)
• UV radiation (excessive sun exposure)
• Chronic stress
• An unhealthy diet (rich in processed foods, sugars, and trans fats)
• Intense physical exertion
• Alcohol consumption

When the number of free radicals exceeds the body's ability to neutralize them, oxidative stress occurs. And this is where antioxidants come into play. They give free radicals their own electron without becoming unstable. In this way, they interrupt the destructive chain reaction and protect cells from damage.

What antioxidants do we recommend?

• Vitamin C: The queen of antioxidants, known for its extraordinary protective properties.
• Vitamin E: Effectively fights free radicals, improves skin and supports eyesight.
• Selenium: Strengthens immunity and supports the functioning of the thyroid gland.
• Green Tea: Rich in catechins that protect cells and support metabolism.
• Acai Berry Extract: A source of antioxidants that fight free radicals and support heart health.
• Turmeric: A natural antioxidant with strong anti-inflammatory effects.

Oxidative stress – the silent enemy of your health and youthful appearance

Oxidative stress does not hurt and does not give immediate symptoms. It works slowly but systematically, day after day weakening the foundations of your health. Its long-term effects, however, are noticeable and visible on many levels.

• Accelerated skin aging: Free radicals destroy collagen and elastin fibers, which are responsible for the firmness and elasticity of the skin. The result is premature wrinkles, loss of facial oval, discoloration, and a gray, tired complexion.
• Weakened immunity: Damaged immune cells are unable to effectively fight viruses and bacteria. You become more susceptible to infections, and colds last longer than usual.
• Chronic fatigue and lack of energy: Mitochondria, the energy centers in our cells, are particularly sensitive to attacks by free radicals. Their damage leads to a decrease in energy production, which you feel as constant fatigue, apathy, and a lack of motivation to act.
• Problems with concentration and memory: The brain, due to its high oxygen consumption, is extremely vulnerable to oxidative stress. This can lead to so-called "brain fog," memory problems, and a decrease in overall intellectual performance.
• Increased risk of lifestyle diseases: Scientific research unequivocally links long-term oxidative stress with an increased risk of developing many serious diseases, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and neurodegenerative diseases.

Antioxidants in the diet – your natural sources of power

Supplementation is a powerful tool, but the foundation should always be a healthy, balanced diet. By including antioxidant-rich products in your daily menu, you create a solid base for your health. Where to look for them?

• Berries: Blueberries, acai berries, raspberries, strawberries, chokeberries – these are true antioxidant bombs, full of anthocyanins.
• Dark green leafy vegetables: Spinach, kale, broccoli – a source of lutein, zeaxanthin, and vitamins.
• Intensely colored vegetables: Peppers, tomatoes (lycopene), carrots (beta-carotene), beets (betanin).
• Nuts and seeds: Walnuts, almonds, sunflower seeds (vitamin E), chia seeds.
• Spices: Turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, oregano.
• Others: Green tea (catechins), dark chocolate with a high cocoa content (flavonols), red wine (resveratrol).

When is the best time to take antioxidant supplements?

Most antioxidants are best taken with a meal, especially fat-soluble ones (like vitamin E, coenzyme Q10, and astaxanthin), as this improves their absorption. For the best effects, regularity is key, so it's worth incorporating them into your morning or afternoon routine.

Do antioxidants help with skin and wrinkles?

Yes, vitamins C and E and astaxanthin improve skin elasticity, delay the aging process, and protect against UV radiation.