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How do antioxidants work?

How do antioxidants work?

Antioxidants are good for you. You've probably heard it before, but how does an antioxidant actually work?

This is what antioxidants do Antioxidants fight against free radicals in the body. Free radicals are harmful substances in the body, which are caused by, for example, smoking, inhaling exhaust fumes, smog, pesticides, cleaning agents and excessive exposure to the sun. Free radicals are responsible for aging symptoms and diseases.