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05 · Longevity · Journal
Oxidative stress silently ages our cells. Understanding this mechanism already helps you read your body's signals better.
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 what is known as oxidative stress. It is a natural phenomenon, but it can run out of control under the effect of everyday factors: pollution, an unbalanced diet, chronic stress, sun exposure, intense physical exercise.
When it exceeds the body's defence capacity, oxidative stress sets in for the long term. It is now described as one of the central mechanisms of cellular ageing and chronic low-grade inflammation.
Scientific reference
Oxidative Stress
This landmark 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 ageing.
What we take from it: the balance between the production of reactive oxygen species and antioxidant defences holds a central place in the literature on cellular ageing. It is an area where lifestyle and diet have a part to play.
“Our cells do not simply age with time. They age under the effect of what they go through.”
Oxidative stress cannot be seen directly. But it leaves traces that you can learn to recognise.
These signals do not mean that something is irreversibly wrong. They simply indicate that the balance between free radical production and antioxidant defences deserves to be strengthened. They are not specific: if symptoms persist, talk to a healthcare professional.
ANTIOXIDANT DEFENSE does not provide a single isolated antioxidant. Per 3 capsules, the formula combines vitamin C (150 mg, or 187.5% of NRVs), which contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress, with three ingredients documented in the scientific literature: quercetin, Setria® glutathione and ExceptionHYAL® Star hyaluronic acid.
| Ingredient | Mechanism |
|---|---|
| Setria® L-Glutathione · 375 mg | A patented form of glutathione, a molecule naturally present inside cells. The literature describes its role in the liver and in recycling other antioxidants. This research describes a mechanism and does not constitute an authorised health claim. See also our Patented ingredients section. |
| Quercetin · 427.5 mg | A flavonoid found notably in onions, apples and capers. The literature describes its antioxidant activity at cellular level. A mechanism described in studies, with no authorised health claim to date. |
| ExceptionHYAL® Star · 240 mg | Hyaluronic acid (218 mg), a natural component of the skin and connective tissue. No authorised health claim to date. |
| Vitamin C · 150 mg | 187.5% of NRVs. Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress, to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. |
“It is not one antioxidant that makes the difference. It is their collective intelligence.”
ANTIOXIDANT DEFENSE is for those who understand that health is not managed in an emergency, but maintained day to day. It is particularly relevant if any of the following apply to you:
2 to 3 capsules per day, in the morning or at midday, with a meal. A minimum course of 8 weeks is recommended.
Precautions. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women without medical advice. If you are taking medication, consult your healthcare practitioner.
Oxidative stress is an imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the body's antioxidant capacity. Each cell undergoes around 10⁴ oxidative attacks per day. This imbalance is described as one of the central mechanisms of cellular ageing.
Five signals come up regularly: persistent tiredness despite sleep, dull or reactive skin, greater sensitivity to changes in rhythm, slow recovery after exercise and a vague feeling of discomfort. These signs are not specific and call for medical advice if they persist.
The formula combines 4 ingredients: quercetin (427.5 mg), Setria® L-glutathione (375 mg), ExceptionHYAL® Star (240 mg, including 218 mg of hyaluronic acid) and vitamin C (150 mg, or 187.5% of NRVs), per 3 capsules. Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Quercetin, glutathione and hyaluronic acid do not have any authorised health claim to date: the literature describes their mechanism.
2 to 3 capsules per day, in the morning or at midday, with a meal. A minimum course of 8 weeks is recommended.
The nutrients with an authorised claim in Europe include vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc and selenium. Vitamin C also contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin. More analyses are available in the BIOLOGYST Journal.
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