If we were to dive into a tissue cell through the cell membrane, we would find molecules, and in these molecules are electrons. Electrons from the outer bonding shell of an element will then form a bond with another outer bonding shell of a different element. This will eventually form what we call a “chemical bond”.
During the phenomenal process of “oxidation” (when atoms are changed) some electrons can be simply knocked out of this chemical bond process. This results in what’s called a highly reactive, “free radical”. Lifestyle habits that may influence the process of oxidation would be:
– Injuries/Inflammation
– Poor diet
– Pollution
– Drugs
– Stress
– Radiation
On the other hand, the unfortunate DISEASE RISKS include:
-Cancer
– Autoimmune disease
– Arthritis
– Heart Diseases and much more
Once these “free radicals” have broken on their own, they often times damage other healthy molecules, such as the ones found in our DNA. This damage can be done by having them bond and capture onto their electrons that particular molecule possess. We want to avoid this happening at all cost to avoid manipulation of that cell. Manipulation of cells kickstarts the grueling process of cancer.
These now damaged cells can be prone to spread as “free radicals” and therefore affect other surrounding, healthy cells. In order to put a stop to this process, the body needs antioxidants. Antioxidants are critically important in the defense process against free radicals. What makes these bad boys so special is that the antioxidant molecules have extra electrons attached to them that serve as neutralizers to our good friend, the “free radical”.
Once the antioxidant hits the blood stream from the food we eat, it’s off and running. The antioxidant then seeks and eventually discovers where their service is needed. From here, they will simply supply the free radical with an electron that will then stabilize this corrupted chemical bond.
To prevent this process, it is recommended to get a healthy dose of antioxidants in the diet daily. As this will minimize the potential risk of cancer, heart disease, and diabetes for many folks out the.
Foods rich in antioxidants include:
– Dark berries
– Gogi berries
– Leeks
– Spinach
– Kale
– Red cabbage
– Beets
– Carrots
One can also benefit from eating herbs that are high in antioxidants such as:
– Oregano
– Rosemary
– Cinnamon
– Turmeric
– Vanilla Bean
– Cumin
