The metabolization of oxygen by the body releases damaging by-products which effect cell membranes and other structures like cellular proteins, lipids and DNA. Antioxidants act as cell protectors, thwart these harmful by products, called free radicals, by binding with them, thus converting them into non-damaging compounds, before they have a chance to cause any harm. Degenerative effects of free radical can cause widespread damages to several organs of the body including the eyes, the heart and even affect the entire immune system. Thus antioxidants are critical to prevention of illnesses and to increase longevity.

In order to bolster the body