Protecting your cells means investing in tomorrow.
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05 · Longevity · Journal
Protecting your cells means investing in tomorrow
Oxidative stress silently ages our cells. Understanding this mechanism is already a better way to read your body's signals.
Oxidative stress: the invisible enemy
Every day, our cells produce energy. This vital process also generates by-products called free radicals: unstable molecules that, in excess, damage DNA, proteins, and cell membranes.
This is called oxidative stress. A natural phenomenon, but one that can escalate under the effect of daily factors: pollution, unbalanced diet, chronic stress, sun exposure, intense physical exertion.
When it exceeds the body's defense capabilities, oxidative stress becomes chronic. It is now described as one of the central mechanisms of cellular aging and low-grade chronic inflammation.
Scientific Reference
Oxidative Stress: Concept and Some Practical Implications
This reference review, published in the Annual Review of Biochemistry, defines oxidative stress as a fundamental imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the body's antioxidant capacity. The authors report that this imbalance is not an epiphenomenon: it is described in the literature as one of the mechanisms involved in cellular aging.
What we learn from it: the balance between the production of reactive oxygen species and antioxidant defenses plays a central role in the literature on cellular aging. This is an area where lifestyle and diet have a role to play.
“Our cells don't just age with time. They age under the effect of what they go through.”
When your body sends signals
Oxidative stress is not directly visible. But it leaves imprints that can be learned to recognize.
Signs of chronic oxidative stress
These signals do not mean that something is irreversibly wrong. They simply indicate that the balance between free radical production and antioxidant defenses needs to be strengthened. They are not specific: if symptoms persist, speak to a healthcare professional.
Two key figures
Antioxidant Defense: a long-term solution
ANTIOXIDANT DEFENSE does not provide an isolated antioxidant. The formula combines nutrients with authorized claims in Europe: vitamin C and vitamin E, which contribute to protecting cells from oxidative stress, and two active ingredients documented in scientific literature for their described role at the cellular level.
Key active ingredients · Mechanisms of action
| Active Ingredient | Mechanism |
|---|---|
| Setria® L-Glutathione | Patented form of glutathione, a molecule naturally present inside cells. The literature describes its role in liver function and in the recycling of other antioxidants. This work describes a mechanism and does not constitute an authorized health claim. See also the Patented Active Ingredients file. |
| Alpha-lipoic acid | A molecule soluble in both water and fats. The literature describes its involvement in the recycling of vitamin C, vitamin E, and glutathione, as well as at the level of mitochondria, where cellular energy is produced. Mechanism described in studies, without authorized health claim to date. |
| Vitamin C (Ester-C®) | Non-acidic form of vitamin C. Vitamin C contributes to protecting cells from oxidative stress, to normal collagen formation, and to the normal functioning of the immune system. |
| Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols) | Vitamin E contributes to protecting cells from oxidative stress. Fat-soluble, it is described in the literature at the level of cell membranes, where water-soluble vitamin C acts in an aqueous environment. |
“It's not one antioxidant that makes the difference. It's their collective intelligence.”
For those who think long-term
ANTIOXIDANT DEFENSE is for those who understand that health is not managed in an emergency, but maintained daily. It is particularly relevant if you are concerned by:
Relevant profiles
Recommended dosage
2 capsules per day, preferably in the morning with a meal. Taking it with lipids optimizes the absorption of alpha-lipoic acid and vitamin E. A minimum course of 8 weeks is recommended.
Precautions. Dietary supplement not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet. Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women without medical advice. In case of medication, consult your healthcare professional.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is oxidative stress?
Oxidative stress is an imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the body's antioxidant capacity. Each cell undergoes approximately 10⁴ oxidative attacks per day. This imbalance is described as one of the central mechanisms of cellular aging.
What signs may indicate chronic oxidative stress?
Five signals regularly appear: persistent fatigue despite sleep, dull or reactive skin, increased sensitivity to changes in rhythm, slow recovery after exertion, and a feeling of diffuse discomfort. These signs are not specific and warrant medical advice if they persist.
What active ingredients make up Antioxidant Defense?
The formula combines 4 complementary active ingredients: Setria® L-Glutathione (patented form of glutathione), alpha-lipoic acid, vitamin C in Ester-C® form, and vitamin E (mixed tocopherols). Vitamins C and E contribute to protecting cells from oxidative stress. Glutathione and alpha-lipoic acid are not currently subject to any authorized health claims: the literature describes their mechanism.
How to take Antioxidant Defense?
2 capsules per day, preferably in the morning with a meal. The presence of lipids optimizes the absorption of alpha-lipoic acid and vitamin E. A minimum course of 8 weeks is recommended.
What nutrients help protect cells from oxidative stress?
Among the nutrients with authorized claims in Europe are vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, and selenium. Vitamin C also contributes to reducing fatigue and normal collagen formation. Further analyses are available in the BIOLOGYST Journal.
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