Cellular Oxidation

Our body constantly undergoes essential chemical processes that sustain cell life, requiring both energy and oxygen. However, while oxygen is vital for life, it can also cause damage because the formation of free radicals or ROS (Reactive Oxygen Species) is a natural consequence of these processes.

Free radicals are chemical compounds that easily interact with other molecules, triggering chain reactions.

Under normal physiological conditions, living organisms have endogenous defense systems that protect the body from free radical damage. These defense systems react with ROS before they can attack biological structures.

However, when there is an inadequate supply of antioxidants or excessive exposure to highly reactive oxidizing molecules, the balance between free radicals and antioxidants can break down.

At this point, ROS are free to react rapidly with essential cellular structures such as DNA, lipids, and proteins, causing significant cellular damage and, in some cases, cell death.

This leads to a state of oxidative stress, which is responsible for significant damage that compromises the functionality of cells and tissues and is linked to numerous chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disorders (e.g., atherosclerosis, ischemia, stroke), diabetes, cancer, and neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease).

Moreover, oxidative stress accelerates the process of cellular aging because ROS attack and damage cell membranes. As a result, membranes become more permeable and lose their efficiency, leading to premature aging of cells and tissues.

For this reason, in situations that could lead to the overproduction of free radicals, it is important to take exogenous antioxidants to support the body. With this in mind, PIAM has committed to developing natural and innovative solutions to provide adequate support for patients who experience high levels of oxidative stress due to chronic diseases or exposure to harmful substances.