Question

How do antioxidant minerals stabilize free radicals?

Answer 1

Antioxidants vitamins stabilize free radicals by donating their electrons or hydrogen atoms, while antioxidant minerals work within antioxidant enzyme system to convert free radicals to less damaging. 

 Antioxidants are minerals compounds that have the ability to prevent or repair the damage caused by oxidation. Free radicals are unpaired atoms that are highly unstable caused by oxidation, formed as a natural byproduct but excessive amounts can damage the cells and other components. 

Answer 2

Antioxidants donate their electrons to the free radicals and stabilize them. The problem with radicals is that they invoke a domino effect and cause the formation of more radicals. These radicals react with molecules in the body such as DNA and cause damage.