oxidative stress

Question 1

what is it

Answer 1

oxidative stress is an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants in your body. your body naturally produces free radicals during breathing and digestion but if there are too many free radicals and not enough antioxidants they damage cells proteins and DNA

Question 2

effects of oxidative stress (what can it play a role in developing)

Answer 2

cancer
alzheimers
parkinson’s
diabetes
cardiovascular conditions
stroke
asthma
high blood pressure

Question 3

risk factors for oxidative stress

Answer 3

obesity
diets high in fat sugar and processed foods
exposure to radiation
smoking cigarettes
alcohol consumption

Question 4

prevention for oxidative stress

Answer 4

eating balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables
limiting intake on processed foods particularly ones high in sugar and fats
excercising regularly
quitting smoking
reducing stress