Episode 132: Antioxidants - The Science Behind Oxidative Stress & Cellular Health

What are antioxidants, and why are they so important for cellular health? In this deep dive, we explore oxidative stress, free radicals, reactive oxygen species, mitochondrial function, glutathione, SOD, catalase, glutathione peroxidase, Nrf2, methylation, COMT, SOD2 and the body's natural antioxidant defense systems. We also discuss how elevated blood sugar, insulin resistance, chronic stress, inflammation, poor sleep, nutrient deficiencies, environmental stressors and mitochondrial dysfunction can increase oxidative stress and place greater demands on your antioxidant system. Learn how your body produces, uses and recycles antioxidants and why supporting the body's own antioxidant pathways goes far beyond simply eating antioxidant-rich foods or taking supplements.

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