Oxidative stress & free radicals break down your body

Free radicals are formed naturally when our cells break down the food we eat and convert it into energy – and every time we put any kind of stress on our bodies, free radicals are released. But too many free radicals lead to oxidative stress – a condition that can have major negative consequences for our health.
But what are free radicals, how do they affect the body, and what can you do to make sure your body doesn’t rust?