Oxidative stress occurs when reactive oxygen species (ROS) accumulate faster than the body’s antioxidant systems can neutralize them, according to a report published by mindbodygreen and written by registered dietitian nutritionist Molly Knudsen on June 27, 2026. The report stated that ROS are unstable molecules formed naturally during metabolism; in small amounts they serve functions such as cell signaling and immune defense, but excess ROS can damage cells, proteins, lipids, and DNA and activate inflammatory pathways.
Over time, the report noted, this imbalance creates a cycle in which oxidative stress fuels inflammation and inflammation generates additional oxidative stress, potentially contributing to accelerated aging and chronic disease. The report emphasized that many factors driving oxidative stress are modifiable and listed six everyday habits or conditions that contribute to the imbalance.
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