Free Radical can build up in cells and cause damage to other molecules. This damage leads to numerous health complications, acceleration of the ageing process or increased risk of developing cancer.
Free Radical Scavenger is a substance, such as an antioxidant, that helps to protect cells from the damage caused by free radicals.
What are examples of Free Radical Scavengers?
Pycnogenol – (PYC) is a standardized extract composed of a mixture of flavonoids, mainly procyandins and phenolic acids obtained from the bark of French maritime pine, which is the most powerful antioxidant known to modern medicine. It is like vitamins E and C, but much stronger and more effective.
Melatonin is a free radical scavenger that is naturally produced in our body by the pineal gland. It helps with the timing of your circadian rhythm, so its deficiency leads to disturbances of the circadian rhythm causing problems with sleep/wake cycles.
Rutin – a natural compound found in many plants. It is thought that rutin can help to maintain the structural integrity of blood vessels, such as veins and capillaries. Strengthened blood vessels can improve your overall health.
Flavonoids – found in blueberries, plums, apples, cherries, oranges, strawberries, spinach and green tea. Research suggests that flavonoids help to quell inflammation.
In this section you will find information about products containing the above mentioned and many other natural Free Radical Scavengers.
