Immun'Âge stimulates endogenous antioxidative enzymes: superoxide dismutase (SOD, main antioxidative enzyme in the body), glutathione peroxidase, catalase...

Immun'Âge also allows, to a lesser extent, to directly capture free radicals (measured thanks to observation by ESR = allowing us to see the capture of free radicals).

Free radicals are molecules or atoms that have an unpaired electron, making them very reactive.

Although too many free radicals can cause damage, they also have an important role in the body.
Here's why they're essential:

1. Immune System: Free radicals are produced by cells of the immune system to destroy bacteria, viruses and infected cells. They play a crucial role in the body's defense against infections.
2. Cellular Signaling: Free radicals serve as messengers in many biochemical reactions. They are involved in the regulation of cell growth, response to hormones and communication between cells.
3. Energy Metabolism: Free radicals are produced in the mitochondria, the energy plants of cells, during the production of energy (ATP). They are necessary for this vital process.

However, excess free radicals, also called 'oxidative stress', due to factors such as smoking, poor diet or exposure to pollution, can damage cells, proteins and DNA.

This can contribute to premature aging, various diseases and health problems.

To balance this, the body has defense mechanisms, including antioxidants, which neutralize excess free radicals to maintain balance and prevent excessive damage.

Oxidative stress occurs when there are excess free radicals in the body, causing potential damage to cells and tissues.

Antioxidants, such as endogenous antioxidant enzymes, help neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress.

Nitric oxide is a molecule produced naturally by the body that plays a key role in regulating the immune system.

When NO levels increase, it can help strengthen the immune response by making blood vessels easier to dilate and improving communication between immune cells.

Endogenous antioxidant enzymes are enzymes naturally produced by the body to counter the effects of free radicals, which are unstable molecules responsible for oxidative stress.

These enzymes work by neutralizing excess free radicals and reducing the potential damage they can cause to cells.

Superoxide dismutase (or SOD) is one of the main antioxidant enzymes produced by the body.

It works by breaking down superoxide, a particularly reactive free radical, into a form that is less damaging to cells.

SOD plays a crucial role in protecting cells against oxidative damage.

Glutathione peroxidase is another endogenous antioxidant enzyme that works by breaking down organic hydroperoxide into water and oxygen, thereby reducing potential oxidative damage in cells.

Catalase is an enzyme found in cells that breaks down hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen.

It plays a key role in protecting cells against hydrogen peroxide, a potentially dangerous oxidizing substance.