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Free Radical Neutralization

Meaning

Free radical neutralization is the fundamental biochemical process by which antioxidant molecules stabilize and disarm highly reactive, unstable molecules known as free radicals or Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS). Free radicals are natural byproducts of cellular respiration and environmental exposure, but their excessive accumulation causes oxidative stress, a primary contributor to cellular damage, chronic inflammation, and the acceleration of aging. Effective neutralization is a critical defense mechanism for maintaining the structural integrity and function of all biological systems, including the endocrine glands.