The document summarizes information presented at a workshop on antioxidants and health for a garden club. It discusses how oxidative stress from free radicals can lead to disease and aging by damaging cells. It then explains that antioxidants can help combat oxidative stress by donating electrons to stabilize free radicals. The document outlines sources of antioxidants like foods, plants, and the proposed Ecoparadise solution of negative ion therapy in a controlled environment. Customer testimonials suggest benefits of this therapy include increased energy, metabolism, mood and immune function as well as anti-aging effects.

1. ANTIOXIDANTS AND YOUR HEALTH A SPECIAL WORKSHOP FOR GARDENS CLUB MEMBERS Date : 21 JUNE 2011 Relax. Revitalize. Rejuvenate

2. THE AGENDA TODAY Introduction About free radicals and antioxidants The oxidation process Effects of oxidative stress Sources of antioxidants The Ecoparadise solution Demonstration: Capillaroscopy and its indications of health

4. High stress

5. Little time for exercise/relaxation

6. Exposed to higher environmental pollution andtoxins in food

7. Increasing number of chronic and viral diseases

8. Higher likelihood of cancer

9. Simpler lifestyle

10. Less stress

11. More time for self and family

12. Less pollution and toxins in food and environment

13. Less number of viral diseases WHAT IS IMPORTANT TO US? DO WE NEED TO REEXAMINE OUR LIVES?

15. Leads to production of higher amounts of cell damaging free radicals

16. Less exercise leads to fitness deterioration

17. Unhealthy diet creates a myriad of problems – you are what you eat!

18. More chemicals in food and the environment increases chances of developing diseases

20. In 2006, this number almost doubled!

21. c.14% of Malaysians are diabeticCommon modern health problems include high blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, cancer, various skin problems, immunity problems etc. This is a key part of our discussion today Source: Various, MOHE

22. ABOUT FREE RADICALS Sources of free radicals Did you know? Free radicals are highly unstable, reactive molecules with unpaired electrons in the outer shell Free radicals tend to “steal” electrons from other stable molecules, and are thus known as a type of oxidising agent Fighting infections Environment… ..and our own bodies metabolic process

23. THE OXIDATION PROCESS The oxidation process is where a stable molecule loses at least one electron to another Compound B Compound A Unstable molecule (oxidised) Stable molecule e- e- e- Stable molecule (reduced) Unstable molecule Free radical Free radical e- e- e-

25. Also for combustion, and respiration

26. The body uses the oxidation process to kill bacteria and break down damaged tissue Necessary

27. THE OXIDATION PROCESS However, uncontrolled oxidation can be damaging to our body and environment EXAMPLES Cancer Premature aging Degenerative diseases Cardiovascular diseases

28. THE EFFECTS OF OXIDATIVE STRESS Our body’s natural antioxidant system is built to combat free radicals created from natural biological functions Free radicals Antioxidant system Oxidative stress balance

29. THE EFFECTS OF OXIDATIVE STRESS Formed when cells come under high free radical attack Our body’s inbuilt natural antioxidant system is available to combat free radicals created from natural biological functions Reactive oxygen species (ROS) Antioxidant system However, it is the EXTERNAL free radicals / ROS that we need help in fighting! Oxidative stress balance

30. THE EFFECTS OF OXIDATIVE STRESS: Organ deterioration Oxidative stress can have a high impact on our organs Lungs Brain Eyes Heart Reproductive organs Continually exposed to high ROS because of continuous exposure to high amounts of oxygen Lungs Susceptible to high ROS because of continuous high metabolic activity and low levels of endogenous antioxidants Brain Susceptible to high ROS because of exposure to UV light. May result in eye inflammation effects e.g. cataract Eyes Heart Exposed to high ROS because of exposure to oxygen and overall activity Reproductive organs ROS produced in both male and female reproductive organs, and research has shown it can cause endometriosis and infertility

31. THE EFFECTS OF OXIDATIVE STRESS: Diseases Oxidative stress is thought to be involved in many diseases… PARKINSON’S DISEASE SCHIZOPHRENIA THINK OF THE DAMAGE EXCESSIVE FREE RADICALS CAN DO TO YOU! ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE LUNG DISEASES HEART FAILURE CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME ATHEROSCLEROSIS CANCER AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES ..ETC… MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION

32. THE EFFECTS OF OXIDATIVE STRESS: Premature ageing Oxidative stress is also thought to be a major cause of accelerated ageing The free radical theory of aging explains that skin ages because skin cells accumulate free radicals over time “If I had known I was going to live this long, I would have taken better care of myself.“ Eubie Blake, American musician who lived well into his 90’s The parts of our cells damaged by free radicals are DNA, lipids, and proteins that makeup the cellular structures in the body, slowing down the production of collagen and elastin smoking Over exposure to sun stress pollution

33. THE EFFECTS OF OXIDATIVE STRESS: Premature ageing Lindsay Lohan’s photo…without Photoshop! Pigmentation spots Deep forehead wrinkles Eye bags and fine lines Source: http://entertainment.msn.co.nz

35. Donates electrons to free radicals

36. Stable before and after donating electrone Antioxidant becomes oxidized but remains stable e e Antioxidant e e e e e Free radical is stabilised e e e e e e e e Free radical e e e Donation of electron e e e e

37. THE BENEFITS OF ANTIOXIDANTS Prevention of various diseases Prevention of ageing Anti - oxidation Improved metabolic rate Improved blood circulation

39. Vitamin E

40. Beta Carotene

41. Selenium

42. Grape Seed Extract

45. THE ECOPARADISE SOLUTION ANTIOXIDANTS…IN THE AIR! 41oC - 43oC Humidity Level 20%-30%

46. HOW IT WORKS Customers lie in our special spa rooms, rich in negative ions Our special “hot-beds” provide soothing relief for tired limbs and aching muscles Customers absorb the negative ions through skin and lungs

47. THE BENEFITS OF ECOPARADISE THERAPY SHORT TERM LONG TERM Increase in energy levels Higher metabolism rate Mood alleviation and improvement in sleep Some research indicates that antioxidants help the release of serotonin into the blood, which is converted to melatonin, thus helping us sleep better Weight loss Higher metabolic rate helps weight loss Better complexion Clearing toxins through the skin Stronger immune system Antioxidants stimulate defense cells in our body Anti ageing properties Improvement in overall health levels

48. EXAMPLES OF FOOD IN AN ANTIOXIDANT ENVIRONMENT After One Week More Then One Year After 3 weeks

49. CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS CHECK OUT MORE ON OUR WEBSITE WWW.ECOPARADISE.MY!

50. Thank You