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Free Radicals from Cooking

Harmful unstable molecules created when food is cooked at high temperatures.

Definition

Unstable molecules generated during high-temperature cooking, particularly when oils are heated or foods are charred. These reactive compounds can damage cells and contribute to oxidative stress in the body.

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