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ANTIOXIDANT SUPPORT

2. The Cell
To understand what antioxidant support is, and why it’s important, we need to first understand what cells are and what they do. Simply put, a cell is the basis of all life. It is the simplest biological structure that can facilitate life-sustaining processes. Cells are mostly water by weight, but also contain vital components of life such as carbohydrates, lipids or fats and proteins. Cells also contain specialized structures that carry out specific functions necessary to life called organelles. Some particularly important organelles are the nucleus, mitochondria and the cell membrane or plasma membrane. The nucleus holds the cell’s DNA which is genetic material and the blueprint of life. Mitochondria provide the energy needed by the cell for life and the cell membrane ensures that the cell can maintain an internal environment that can support life.
While a single cell may not seem very important, the tissues in the body are all comprised of millions of cells working together. The health of each cell is important to the function of the tissues they make up. Healthy cellular function is the basis of overall health.

3. Causes of Cellular Damage
Pollution, contaminants and UV exposure can all cause cellular damage.
But just how do we ensure healthy cellular function? One aspect relies on supplying cells with proper nutrients and metabolic cofactors for healthy function. The other aspect involves protecting the cell from damage. A number of factors can cause cellular damage, such as sun exposure, pollution that we are exposed to daily; and harmful substances we might be exposed to. For some of these factors, such as UV radiation and many chemicals which can directly cause physical damage to cellular structures, avoidance is the best way to prevent damage. However, many cellular risk factors such as toxins we are exposed to in the air we breathe, water we drink and food we eat don’t directly damage cells. Instead, they break down our defenses and can increase oxidative stress by increasing the production of free radicals and reactive oxygen species in or near our cells, which, if not taken care of, will damage cells.

4. Free Radicals? What Are + Superoxide Anion O Unsaturated Lipid
(Cell Membrane)
Lipid Free Radical
Now, what exactly is a free radical? Let’s first review some basic chemistry. All things are made up of matter, and atoms are the smallest functional unit of matter. Atoms have particles called electrons that are used to form chemical bonds with other atoms and make larger compounds called molecules. Electrons are most stable when they form pairs in chemical bonds. Free radicals are any of a number of molecules that have a single unpaired electron. The unpaired electron held by free radicals is very unstable and reactive. Remember that electrons “want” to be in pairs. Free radicals will try to make electron pairs by either donating the unpaired electron to another molecule or taking an electron from another molecule to make a pair.
The problem is that wherever that unpaired electron goes, it will make another unpaired electron that is very reactive and will react with any molecule it comes in contact with. This phenomenon is known as the radical chain reaction and is illustrated in this graphic by the superoxide radical reacting with a cell membrane lipid and creating a lipid free radical which can go on to create a chain reaction that could result in damage to key cellular structures. Depending on where the free radical begins the chain reaction, damage can ensue in the DNA, proteins or the cell membrane. Significant damage to any of those cell structures can disrupt cellular processes and in large scale, can decrease whole body health.

5. How Are Free Radicals Formed?
Free radicals are formed both as a result of natural processes within the body and exposure to external stimuli such as toxins and UV radiation.
At this point, you’re probably asking, where do these damaging free radicals come from? Surprisingly, free radicals are formed as a by-product of life sustaining processes, such as those carried out in mitochondria, (which are our cellular power plants), activation of the immune system and exercise. The body is normally well equipped to handle these sources of free radicals. External sources of free radicals include cigarette smoke, pollution, radiation, and some other chemicals. Even these sources of free radicals are often tolerated by the body. However, even small changes can lead to an imbalance in the body’s ability to neutralize free radicals. These imbalances can lead to oxidative stress. Oxidative stress simply means that the amount of free radicals within the body is greater than the body’s ability to neutralize those free radicals. Oxidative stress can lead to cellular damage, disrupting the function of important tissues leading to reduced wellness.

6. Antioxidants + Superoxide Anion O Antioxidant (Thymol) Thymol Radical
So how do we support our body’s ability to neutralize the threats posed by elevated free radicals? One of the most powerful sources of support available are antioxidants. What is an antioxidant? In essence, antioxidants are molecules unique in their ability to remain stable after accepting an extra electron from a free radical. Upon accepting a free radical’s extra electron, rather than propagating the free radical chain reaction, they end the chain reaction and can prevent cellular damage. This in turn can help you feel healthier and may even help you live longer.*
In the diagram above, you can see that the antioxidant, in this case thymol, accepts the unpaired electron from the superoxide anion and is able to remain stable. This prevents a chain reaction from occurring that would damage cellular structures. Antioxidants are consumed from a variety of healthy food sources and include essential vitamins like vitamins C and E, the vitamin A precursor B-carotene, and many compounds found in fruits and vegetables, some of which give them their unique colors. A number of essential oil constituents are also potent antioxidants.*
Superoxide Anion
Antioxidant
(Thymol)
Thymol Radical
(Stable)
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

7. How Can I Get More Antioxidants?
With the enormous health benefits that antioxidants offer, you’re likely asking yourself, “How can I get more antioxidants?” Most antioxidants not produced within the body are phytonutrients, meaning they come from plants. So to get more antioxidants, eat more plant foods. However, just eating plant foods doesn’t ensure the proper amount of antioxidants for optimal health.
How you prepare and cook fruits and vegetables affects their antioxidant content. For some fruits and veggies, eating them raw maximizes the antioxidant content. However, there are many cases where you might prefer cooked veggies or fruits, which helps make the phytochemicals more bioavailable. To maximize the antioxidant value of cooked veggies and fruits, be sure to cook them quickly at high heat rather than slowly at a lower heat, leave the peel on if it is edible, and don’t leave chopped fruits or vegetables out too long before eating to minimize oxidation. Steaming can also help retain antioxidants.
It is also important to be mindful of the color of the fruits and veggies you eat. Foods often get their color from antioxidants so eating foods with a wide variety of colors on a daily basis can help you get the proper levels and variety needed of antioxidants.
For many people though, eating in this manner is difficult due to demands on time and busy schedules. Even those who are mindful to eat whole foods, particularly fruits and vegetables, may still benefit from additional antioxidant supplementation. So let’s take a look at some of dōTERRA’s natural products that can help provide the antioxidant support that your body needs.

8. dōTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack
Let’s talk first about the dōTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack®. When it comes to antioxidant support, this should be your daily standard.* The dōTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack is made up of three products: Alpha CRS®+, xEO Mega®, and Microplex VMz®. Together, they are designed to provide you with targeted levels of essential nutrients and powerful metabolic factors for optimal health, energy, and longevity. * Let’s talk a little more specifically about each product.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

9. Alpha CRS + Cellular Vitality Complex
Alpha CRS + Cellular Vitality Complex
Alpha CRS®+ Cellular Vitality Complex is a proprietary formula combining natural botanical extracts that provide much needed antioxidants and polyphenols.* Containing powerful polyphenols such as resveratrol, proanthocyanidins, curcumin and quercetin to name a few, this remarkable product can help protect cells from free radicals that can damage cellular DNA, mitochondria, and other critical cell structures.* By protecting against this damage, healthy cellular function can be maintained which can have far reaching effects on your perceived feelings of wellness.*
The antioxidants we consume in food are called exogenous antioxidants. The body is also capable of creating other antioxidants called endogenous antioxidants. Endogenous antioxidants often have very short life cycles and are used very rapidly in metabolic processes. In addition to providing exogenous antioxidant protection against free-radical damage to cells, polyphenols also support the endogenous production and recycling of antioxidants made in the body.*
Alpha CRS+ also contains important metabolic cofactors which can help promote more efficient metabolism and energy production, to help you feel younger and live longer.*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

10. xEO Mega Essential Oil Omega Complex
xEO Mega Essential Oil Omega Complex
xEO Mega® Essential Oil Omega Complex is a unique formula of CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade® essential oils and a proprietary blend of marine and land-sourced omega-3 fatty acids. Omega fatty acids help support joint, cardiovascular, and brain health, and support healthy immune function.* A daily dose of xEO Mega provides 300 mg of EPA, 300 mg of DHA, and 55 mg of other omega 3s, and a potent blend of plant-sourced fatty acids. xEO Mega also includes 800 IU of natural vitamin D, natural vitamin E, and a powerful blend of healthy carotenoids, including 1 mg of pure astaxanthin, a powerful antioxidant carotenoid* harvested from microalgae. This blend of antioxidant vitamins and carotenoids can help to manage oxidative stress.*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

11. Microplex VMz Food Nutrient Complex
Microplex VMz Food Nutrient Complex
While Microplex VMz®  is best known for the extraordinary bioavailability of nutrients it offers, through an energy complex of B vitamins and chelated essential minerals, Microplex VMz also contains a balanced blend of essential antioxidant Vitamins A, C and E.* In addition to playing key roles in cellular function and health, these antioxidant vitamins can also function to neutralize free radicals and can help reduce oxidative stress.*
As you can see, each formulation within the dōTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack®, Alpha CRS®+, xEO Mega®, and Microplex VMz, play a crucial role in daily antioxidant support.* Each product provides a unique blend of antioxidants that when taken together, help to provide a comprehensive antioxidant profile for optimal antioxidant support.* For this reason, I always recommend that all three products be taken on a daily basis. And as always, I recommend that you use the LLV as outlined on the bottles: two capsules of each product twice a day.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

12. dōTERRA
a2z Chewable
A growing body of evidence shows no matter how much we eat, we are obtaining less of the essential nutrients vital for optimal health than we have in the past. dōTERRA a2z Chewable™ provides a balanced, high-quality supplement formulated to provide the essential micronutrients known to support optimal vitality and wellness that may be insufficient in you or your child’s diet.* dōTERRA a2z Chewable is ideal for children as well as adults that prefer chewable tablets. The chewable tablet tastes great and is perfect for those looking to increase their consumption of essential nutrients and antioxidants that support healthy cell development, function and longevity.*
For children 4 years of age and older 2 tablets of dōTERRA a2z Chewable should be taken daily with meals, preferably breakfast and dinner. Adults may take up to 3 tablets daily and those tablets are best paired with a meal.
(TIP: You may be asked whether or not the dōTERRA a2z Chewable is appropriate or safe for children under 4 years of age. For these questions, feel free to share the following off of the dōTERRA a2z Chewable product information page: “Yes. Children 2–4 can safely take one chewable per day. If you are concerned about whether or not your child is old enough to take this product, consult a physician before using this product.”)
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

13. Deep Blue Polyphenol Complex
While the dōTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack® forms the core of daily antioxidant support, dōTERRA provides a number of other products that can be used to meet other needs you may have.* Each of the following products that we’ll discuss are additional sources of antioxidant supplementation, so feel free to experiment and find out what works best for you.*
The brand name Deep Blue® is synonymous with soothing relief. The CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade® essential oil blend as well as Deep Blue Rub have provided comfort to many and are trusted among their users. It only makes sense that an ingestible supplement would complement the topical benefits of the Deep Blue product line.* Deep Blue Polyphenol Complex® delivers polyphenol extracts of frankincense, turmeric, green tea, ginger, pomegranate, and grape seed, and is designed to provide soothing support to aching muscles and to other occasional discomfort.* Polyphenols are natural, powerful antioxidants. The proprietary, standardized extracts of ginger, curcumin, resveratrol, and other polyphenols can help sooth occasional aches and discomfort.* These polyphenols help neutralize a broad range of damaging free radicals, thereby supporting the health of a wide variety of tissues, organs, and systems throughout the body.* To enjoy these powerful antioxidant benefits, take 2 capsules with food per day; 1 capsule in the morning and one in the evening.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

14. DDR Prime
Let’s talk about an essential oil blend that is also a source of powerful antioxidants: DDR Prime®.* DDR Prime Essential Oil Cellular Complex is a proprietary blend of essential oils that supports healthy cellular integrity.* The blend includes Clove, Thyme, and Wild Orange essential oils, all of which have powerful antioxidant constituents that help protect against oxidative stress.* It also includes the essential oils Frankincense, Lemongrass, Summer Savory, and Niaouli.
DDR Prime has a pleasant taste and 4 drops can be added to drinks, teas, or food twice daily to protect the body and cells from oxidative stress.* If you don’t like the flavor of the blend, you can place 5 drops inside a veggie cap and take internally twice a day. For extra convenience, use DDR Prime Softgels. Formulated with 240 mg (about 5 drops) of DDR Prime essential oil blend, DDR Prime Softgels offer ultimate convenience and consistency.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

15. Zendocrine
The dōTERRA Zendocrine® Detoxification Blend and Detoxification Complex might be best known for supporting the body’s natural ability to rid itself of unwanted substances, but both are also sources of powerful natural antioxidants.* By providing key antioxidants that help manage free radicals within the body, the Zendocrine products can help support the body’s cleansing organs which can help you feel healthier.*
Depending on your personal preference, there are many ways to use the Zendocrine products. The Zendocrine essential oil blend can be added to drinks and food, while Zendocrine Softgels offer the same oil blend, but in a convenient, pre-formed softgel. The Zendocrine complex contains a proprietary blend of whole-food extracts in a patented enzyme delivery system. Both the Zendocrine essential oil blend and complex are effective in delivering antioxidants and supporting the body’s cleansing organs.* For most users, the Zendocrine essential oil blend, softgels, or complex should be taken twice daily, once at breakfast and once at dinner.
Many people choose to use Zendocrine products as a supplemental antioxidant support and not as a core practice.* It is particularly popular as part of a 7 day, 10 day or 30 day cleanse regimen one or more times a year.*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

16. Recap Free radicals can cause cellular damage
Antioxidants can help eliminate excess free radicals
Antioxidants in food
Antioxidant supplements may be necessary
Let’s recap what we’ve learned today. Cellular damage can reduce the effectiveness of our body’s functions. But some forms of cellular damage are a result of free radicals, which are reactive chemical species. Free radicals can be quenched by antioxidants, preventing cellular damage. Antioxidants can be consumed in the food we eat, particularly vegetables and fruits with vibrant colors, but we may need supplementation to reach more optimal antioxidant levels or to get antioxidants we would not normally get in the diet. A number of dōTERRA products, including the dōTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack® and Deep Blue Polyphenol Complex® can help you meet those needs.* Other antioxidant supplements can be added according to your needs and preference.
I hope that this presentation has helped you better understand the importance of antioxidant support, a topic that can be complex. Thank you for taking time to learn with me. Remember to download the presentation and read the supporting documents for this presentation.