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Protection against free
radicals
Many scientists believe that the root cause of aging, or
at least a contributing factor, is the damage caused to the cells of our bodies
by highly unstable and reactive atoms known as free radicals. Normally, electrons surrounding the nucleus of an atom are in
pairs. Oxidative processes in our body, such as converting food to energy,
causes some of these atoms to lose an electron, turning them into free
radicals…that is, an atom with an upaired electron in its outer ring. As
electrons have a strong bias to exist in pairs, rather than singly, the free
radical will steal the electron it needs from another normal atom, turning the
normal atom into a free radical, and starting a chain reaction of free radical
formation. Over time, this process can cause impairments in cell function. If
enough damage is cause, the cell can die.
Antioxidants are
substances that are able to slow down or break the chain reaction of free
radical formation, by their ability to donate a single electron to a free
radical without becoming unstable themselves. One of the best antioxidants known
is the fat-soluable Vitamin E (tocoferol).
Aside from being a
powerful antioxidant, Vitamin E plays many other important physiological roles
in our metabolism. One of the more important functions is that it is required
for the utilizations of many several other vitamins and minerals such as vitamin
A, vitamin K and selenium. In addition to this role, it provides key support for
both immune system, and central nervous system function, as well as helping to
regulate sexual hormones. It is beneficial for high performance individuals such
as athletes, as it supports protein synthesis, and helps delay muscle fatigue.
Vitamin E can be synthesized in a laboratory, but natural sources,
such as the vitamin E found in wheat germ, legumes or eggs, tends to be easier
for the body to store. CaliVita® Vitamin E, and Mega Vitamin E contain only the
freshest, highest-quality natural source vitamin
E
ATTENTION!
You should consult with a qualified
medical practitioner, before taking any supplement.
Certain medications may reduce absorption
of vitamin E. Check with your doctor.
If you suffer from
high blood pressure, or have a pending operation or surgery, seek qualified
medical advice before taking this product.
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