I am new to the world of free diving and am trying to find out the dangers involved, and have not been able to find any literature about the possible adverse effects on your musles and brain. Either due to the reduction in oxygen levels, the sudden increase in oxygen when you take the breath at the end of a period of apnea, or increases in CO2 levels.
I have heard from a medical student, that there will be a build up of free radicals which are oxygen carrying particles, these particles can damage your brain and muscle tissue, including your heart.
Does anyone have any links to suggest that will clear this up for me.
I have heard from a medical student, that there will be a build up of free radicals which are oxygen carrying particles, these particles can damage your brain and muscle tissue, including your heart.
Does anyone have any links to suggest that will clear this up for me.