Zinc Zinc is one of the most relevant minerals to human health, because of its antioxidant properties. Plays a protective role against oxidative stress. Zinc acts as a co-factor for important enzymes involved in the proper functioning of the antioxidant defense system. In addition, zinc protects cells against oxidative damage, acts in the stabilization of […]

Antioxidants and Cardio Vascular Disease (CVD) Disturbance in normal functioning of cardiovascular system lead to the activation of body’s protective immune system and various inflammatory processes. All these process lead to the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS). ROS are usually formed in the cellular region, when molecular oxygen accepts a single unpaired electron and […]

alpha-Liopoic acid alpha-Lipoic acid is an antioxidant made by the body. It is found in every cell, where it helps turn glucose into energy. Other antioxidants work only in water (such as vitamin C) or fatty tissues (such as vitamin E). But alpha-Lipoic acid is both fat and water-soluble. That means it can work throughout […]