17/04/2025
How is s***m DNA damaged?
S***m DNA can be damaged by various factors including:
Most of the factors listed above increase the level of Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS), also known as ‘Free Radicals’. They are located inside the cells in our body and cause ‘Oxidative Stress’ when our cells are no longer able to neutralize them. ROS/Free Radicals cause damage to DNA, proteins, and lipids – which are all essential for healthy s***ms.