oxidative
Americanadjective
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Chemistry. relating to, causing, resulting from, or involving oxidation, the process in which a substance is combined with oxygen.
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Biochemistry. relating to physical stress or cell damage caused by an excess of free radicals and an insufficiency of antioxidants in the body.
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Cell-culture and mouse studies also suggest links to cancer, inflammation and oxidative stress.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
According to the researchers, this may weaken the body's ability to repair oxidative DNA damage, a type of cellular wear and tear that occurs as part of normal metabolism.
From Science Daily ● May 30, 2026
The team measured urinary levels of 8-OHdG, a marker used to assess oxidative DNA damage repair capacity.
From Science Daily ● May 30, 2026
"We are giving neurons their spark back by reducing oxidative stress and reactivating the brain's mitochondria," Narayana said.
From Science Daily ● May 26, 2026
“Do you understand the long-term issues of a cross-country run like you’re planning? Muscle damage, oxidative stress, enlargement of the heart, knee damage, hip and pelvis misalignment, should I go on?”
From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti
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