Oxidative stress

What is oxidative stress?

Oxidative stress refers to an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants in your body, which can negatively impact your health. It may be associated with PCOS by contributing to higher levels of male hormones (androgens), infertility, and insulin resistance.

What implications does this evidence has for managing PCOS?

Celine® may help reduce the formation of free radicals in your body by providing antioxidants, which protect against the harmful effects of these molecules.

What causes oxidative stress?

Various factors contribute to oxidative stress and the overproduction of free radicals, including:

Poor diet and lifestyle choices

Obesity, high-sugar, high-fat, and processed food diets, along with smoking and alcohol consumption, all contribute to oxidative stress.

Environmental conditions

Exposure to pollution, radiation, and various environmental toxins like pesticides and industrial chemicals.

What are the signs and potential complications associated with oxidative stress?

Accelerated aging

can result from oxidative stress, which damages cells, proteins, and DNA, leading to signs like wrinkles, graying hair, and reduced eyesight

Ache and discomfort

can manifest as physical muscle or joint pain, as well as headaches.

Reduced Cognitive abilities

can lead to memory loss or experiencing brain fog.

Fluctuating blood sugar levels

can contribute to insulin resistance and potentially lead to type 2 diabetes.

Hyperandrogenism

is the condition where oxidative stress causes insulin resistance, leading the ovaries to produce excess androgens (male hormones). This results in an elevated presence of male hormones and their effects on the female body.

Menstrual and fertility problems

can arise as oxidative stress affects the quality of eggs used in assisted fertility treatments like in-vitro fertilization (IVF). This can lower the chances of a successful IVF outcome or increase the risk of miscarriage.