antioxidation
Preventing rust chemically
Antioxidation is the process of preventing or slowing oxidation—the chemical reaction where substances combine with oxygen, often causing deterioration.
The term appears in chemistry and materials science, describing protective measures against rust, spoilage, or degradation: The coating provides antioxidation for metal surfaces.
In biological contexts, antioxidation refers to cellular defense against oxidative damage.
Chemically reactive atomic fragments
- redoxElectron transfer chemistry
- catalasePeroxide-degrading enzyme
- glutathioneSulfur-containing cellular antioxidant
- enzymaticInvolving biological catalysts
hydrogen peroxide · ascorbic acid · tocopherol · coenzyme Q10 · reducing agent
Essential organic nutrients
- polyphenolsPlant-derived antioxidant compounds
- flavonoidsPolyphenolic plant metabolites
- carotenoidsFat-soluble plant pigments
- phytochemicalsBioactive plant-derived compounds
vitamin C · vitamin E · beta-carotene · selenium · lycopene · quercetin · catechins · curcumin
Counteracting effects of time
- wrinklesSurface lines from folding
- collagenStructural body protein
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
- elasticityTendency to resume original form
fine lines · age spots · sun damage · retinol · vitamin C serum · youthful · firmness · hyperpigmentation
Overall state of health
- immunityProtected from harm
- cardioprotectiveSafeguarding cardiac tissue
- neuroprotectiveGuarding neurons from harm
- anti-inflammatoryInflammation-reducing agent
disease prevention · longevity · detoxification · supplements · nutraceuticals · bioavailability · therapeutic · preventive medicine
Period before spoilage
- freshnessState of being unspoiled
- packagingProtective product enclosure
- natural preservativesPlant-derived spoilage inhibitors
free radicals
Chemically reactive atomic fragments
- redoxElectron transfer chemistry
- catalasePeroxide-degrading enzyme
- glutathioneSulfur-containing cellular antioxidant
enzymatic · hydrogen peroxide · ascorbic acid · tocopherol · coenzyme Q10 · reducing agent
vitamins
Essential organic nutrients
- polyphenolsPlant-derived antioxidant compounds
- flavonoidsPolyphenolic plant metabolites
- carotenoidsFat-soluble plant pigments
phytochemicals · vitamin C · vitamin E · beta-carotene · selenium · lycopene · quercetin · catechins · curcumin · green tea
anti-aging
Counteracting effects of time
- wrinklesSurface lines from folding
- collagenStructural body protein
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
elasticity · fine lines · age spots · sun damage · retinol · vitamin C serum · youthful · firmness · hyperpigmentation · UV protection
wellness
Overall state of health
- immunityProtected from harm
- cardioprotectiveSafeguarding cardiac tissue
- neuroprotectiveGuarding neurons from harm
anti-inflammatory · disease prevention · longevity · detoxification · supplements · nutraceuticals · bioavailability · therapeutic · preventive medicine · holistic
shelf-life
Period before spoilage
- freshnessState of being unspoiled
- packagingProtective product enclosure
- natural preservativesPlant-derived spoilage inhibitors
antioxidationoxidation
Losing electrons chemically
rusting · oxidizing · peroxidation · corrosion · combustion
antioxidationcorrosion
Chemical wearing away
deterioration · decay · degradation · rusting · tarnishing