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oxidative stress
- A condition of increased oxidant production in animal cells characterized by the release of free radicals and resulting in cellular degeneration.
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Berries are high in antioxidants, which can help combat oxidative stress.
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Oxidative stress causes damage to our DNA, cell membranes and tissues, which can lead to chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease.
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Antioxidants work by reducing the oxidative stress in the body.
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A hangover is a collection of physical and mental symptoms resulting from the inflammation and oxidative stress that alcohol wreaks in the human body.
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Its exposure to light and intense metabolic activity makes it highly vulnerable to oxidative stress and the accumulation of DNA damage over time, a process closely linked to aging.
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