UV rays, infrared radiation, pollution, and lifestyle factors
generate damaging free radicals that prematurely age skin.
Not exact matches
Free radicals are compounds composed of unstable atoms
generated both by the body and environmental sources such as smoking and pollution that
damage cells, possibly leading to increased disease susceptibility and aging.
Pathogens may also
generate free radicals, which can
damage DNA.
And it was buttressed by evidence that the normal metabolic consumption of energy
generates reactive molecules called
free radicals that
damage DNA, enzymes, and cell membranes.
Per the mitochondrial
free radical theory of aging, anything that can reduce the
damage mitochondria do to themselves via the
free radicals they
generate in the course of their operation should extend life span.
We can do this by putting «backup copies» of the mitochondrial genes into the nucleus, where they can not be
damaged by
free radicals generated in the mitochondria.
That, in turn,
generates free radicals — unstable molecules that can
damage DNA, creating additional mutations that allow the tumor to become more invasive, infiltrating tissues and migrating to other parts of the body.
The worry is that these ingredients can
generate free radicals that
damage skin and seep into the skin, according to the National Eczema Association.
Furthermore, while sunscreens are touted for their ability to protect the skin against sun - induced aging, octinoxate may actually be a culprit for premature aging since it
generates free radicals that can
damage skin and cells.
These
free radicals are
generated in the body due to abnormal metabolism or improper physiological function and they start
damaging cells responsible for maintaining immunity of the body, thus lowering the immunity level and making the body prone to infections.
Research suggests that Vitamin C is a highly effective antioxidant and that small amounts can protect essential molecules in the body from
free radical damage and reactive oxygen species
generated during normal metabolism, as well as through exposure to toxins and pollutants.
Ceruloplasmin binds
free copper ions and prevents
free radical — induced oxidative
damage.4 In a similar manner, ceruloplasmin facilitates iron loading onto its transport protein (i.e., transferrin) and prevents
free ferrous (Fe +2) from participating in
free radical —
generating reactions.4
* It is also a highly effective antioxidant that can protect the body's cells and molecules from
damage by
free radicals and reactive oxygen species
generated during normal metabolism and exposure to environmental stressors.
* It is also a potent antioxidant that can protect the body's cells and molecules from
damage by
free radicals and reactive oxygen molecules
generated during normal metabolism and typical environmental exposures.
* It is also a highly effective antioxidant that can protect the body's cells and molecules from
damage by
free radicals and reactive oxygen molecules
generated during normal metabolism and exposure to environmental stressors.
«Vitamin E protects skin cells from UV light and other environmental factors that
generate cell -
damaging free radicals,» says Dr. Stuart.
The process of
generating new
free radicals is
damaging to the molecules in our body's cells and DNA, proteins and fats.
They talk about the most important mechanism by which Mercury causes toxicity appears to be Mitochondrial
damage via the depletion of Glutathione, coupled with binding to thiol groups, which
generate free radicals.
Studies suggest that homozygous defects on this gene leaves excess copper in the extracellular matrix where, through a process known as the Fenton reaction, excess
free radicals are
generated which possibly
damage cells and gobble up essential nutrients like selenium and zinc.
Even though
free radicals are
generated every second of every day just by living, tissues also possess the ability to repair
free radical damage using antioxidants found in whole food.
Unlike most chemical sunscreens, which can break down when exposed to sunlight (
generating free radicals that can actually cause
damage), our Everyday Sheer Coverage uses the safest source of sun protection: non-nano zinc oxide.
Vitamin A is a potent antioxidant that protects your skin from
free radicals,
generates cell growth, and repairs
damaged cells.
Over time, protein molecules in canine lenses may be
damaged by
free radicals generated by some medications, poor diet and sunlight, among other factors.