Antioxidant

This hub brings together authoritative articles and the latest news on antioxidants, phytochemicals, and their roles in human health. The collection explores the biochemistry of antioxidants, their functions in mitigating oxidative stress, and the dual roles of these compounds as both antioxidants and pro-oxidants. Readers will find evidence-based information on antioxidant enzyme systems, metabolites, and the impact of oxidative stress in disease development. The hub also features practical insights into antioxidant-rich foods, plant-derived compounds, and “superfoods,” examining their purported health benefits and clinical evidence. Additional topics include the application of antioxidants in technology, dietary sources, and emerging research on the role of nutrition in preventing chronic diseases and promoting wellness. This resource serves clinicians, researchers, and health-conscious individuals seeking reliable, up-to-date information on antioxidants and functional foods.

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Explore expert articles and the latest news on antioxidants, phytochemicals, oxidative stress, superfoods, and health benefits. This hub offers evidence-based insights for clinicians, researchers, and individuals interested in nutrition science.

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Antioxidants in Technology

Ginger: Health Benefits

Sesame Oil Health Benefits: Examining the Diverse Roles of Lignans and Lipids

What Are the Health Benefits of Mung Beans?

Health Benefits of Turmeric

Lychee Health Benefits: Antioxidant, Neuroprotective, and Anti-Cancer Insights

Is Watermelon a Superfood? Examining the Scientific Evidence

What are the Health Benefits of Green Tea?

Prostate Cancer and Diet

The Health Benefits of Cilantro (Coriander)

Goji Berries: Health Benefits for Immunity, Vision, and Metabolism

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Are Sardines Good for You? Health Benefits and Nutrition Facts Explained

Fungi as Future Medicine: The Therapeutic Potential of Mushrooms

Passion Fruit Health Benefits

Shilajit: Health Benefits, Risks, and Clinical Evidence

Milk Thistle Health Benefits

What are the Health Benefits of Beetroot?

Is Spirulina the Next Anti-Aging Superfood?

Melatonin in Medicine

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Beetroot Health Benefits: Circulation, Blood Pressure, and Athletic Gains

Do Antioxidants Benefit Patients with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s?

Health Benefits of Spinach

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Juice Fasting: Pros and Cons

Types of Tea and their Health Benefits

Sansho: A Japanese Spice Supporting Gut, Immune, And Metabolic Health

Eye Health and Diet

Selenium Biologic Applications

What are Flavonoids?

Tulsi (Holy basil): Ancient Herb, Modern Medicine? Exploring Health Benefits and Research

Health Benefits of Cinnamon

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Oxidative Stress and Oxidants

Antioxidant Metabolites

What are the Health Benefits of a Vegan Diet?

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Oxidative Stress and Antioxidants

Antioxidants in Food

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Tart Cherry Benefits: Fact or Fiction for Wellness and Recovery?

Oxidative Stress Effects

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Antioxidant: Pro-Oxidant Activities

Health Benefits of Quinoa

Papaya: Health Benefits

Health Benefits of Avocado

Black Sesame Seeds: Evidence-Based Health Benefits and Modern Uses

What Are The Health Benefits Of Honey?

Saffron’s Evolving Place in Modern Medicine - From Tradition to Evidence

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Do Superfoods Really Exist?

The Effect of Diet on Asthma

Pecans and Health: Evidence from Clinical Studies

Antioxidant Enzyme Systems

Latest Antioxidant News and Research

Scientists explore why black rice deserves a bigger place in modern diets

Researchers reviewed the nutritional composition, therapeutic benefits, and industrial uses of black rice, highlighting its potential as a functional food. The study highlights the role of black rice in managing blood sugar, cholesterol, and inflammation, while also advocating for more robust human trials and sustainable cultivation methods.

2 Nov 2025

Therapeutic potential of Scleromitrion diffusum in gastric cancer treatment

Gastric cancer remains a major global health challenge, characterized by high mortality and limited therapeutic efficacy, especially in advanced stages.

30 Oct 2025

Hydroxytyrosol from olives shows new promise as a brain-protective compound

This review highlights hydroxytyrosol's role as a neuroprotective agent, activating key pathways for mental and vascular health through olive-derived compounds.

29 Oct 2025

Pigments extracted from the henna dye could be used to treat liver disease

Lawsonia inermis is best known for making henna, a versatile dye that is used to change the color of skin and clothes. Now, researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University have found another use for the pigments extracted from the dye: treating liver disease.

27 Oct 2025

Are ultra-processed plant foods really worse than meat? Scientists weigh in

A new review challenges assumptions about ultra-processed foods, finding that plant-based versions, such as soymilk, meat analogs, and soft margarines, may lower cholesterol and disease risk compared with unprocessed animal foods when used as replacements.

26 Oct 2025

Research opens new avenues for treating asthma and other inflammatory diseases

For decades, scientists have thought they understood the biochemical machinery that causes asthma-inflammation in the lungs that constricts airways and makes it hard to breathe.

23 Oct 2025

Scientists identify Bidara leaf extracts as the most effective natural antimicrobial source

Researchers tested methanolic extracts from the leaves, bark, roots, stems, and fruits of Ziziphus mauritiana (Bidara) and found the leaves had the strongest antibacterial and antifungal effects. The study highlights the plant’s antimicrobial potential while emphasizing the need for further bioactive compound identification and toxicity testing.

22 Oct 2025

Mediterranean diet linked to dramatically lower odds of endometriosis

A new case–control study found that women with stronger adherence to the Mediterranean diet had dramatically lower odds of endometriosis. Diets rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, and legumes were protective, while higher intakes of meat, dairy, and refined whole grains were linked to increased risk.

22 Oct 2025

People with multiple sclerosis found to have dysbiotic oral microbiome

With ads everywhere for pro- or pre-biotic foods and supplements, most people are familiar with the gut microbiome-the trillions of bacteria, fungi, and viruses that colonize our digestive tract-and the idea that keeping our gut microbiome healthy improves our overall health.

22 Oct 2025

Can strawberries help prevent diabetes? New trial shows promising results in prediabetic adults

Daily consumption of freeze-dried strawberries for 12 weeks improved antioxidant defense, reduced inflammation, and lowered fasting glucose in adults with prediabetes. The randomized crossover trial highlights strawberries’ potential as a simple, food-based strategy to enhance metabolic and vascular health.

21 Oct 2025

Heavy drinking fuels Alzheimer’s disease by igniting brain inflammation and protein damage

Chronic alcohol use accelerates Alzheimer’s disease (AD) progression by intensifying oxidative stress, neuroinflammation, and amyloid-tau pathology through shared molecular pathways. The review highlights emerging therapies, targeting TLR4, GSK-3β, and metabolic dysfunction, that may mitigate alcohol-induced neurodegeneration.

20 Oct 2025

Does eating watermelon lower blood pressure?

Researchers reviewed the role of watermelon as a natural source of L-citrulline and its potential to improve cardiovascular health by enhancing nitric oxide production. While promising effects on blood pressure and arterial stiffness were seen in at-risk groups, long-term and dose-specific studies are still needed to confirm clinical benefits.

15 Oct 2025

Ketogenic diet protects young rats from effects of prenatal stress

Researchers have shown that young rats fed a ketogenic diet – a diet with high fat and low carbohydrates – are protected from the lasting experience of pre-natal stress.

12 Oct 2025

Fermented soy boosts memory in older adults

Findings from a study reveal that fermented soy may boost memory function in older adults, especially postmenopausal women, offering dietary cognitive support.

9 Oct 2025

Fruit-vegetable powder makes collagen jelly healthier without losing flavor

A study reveals the ideal fruit-vegetable powder blend for low-sugar collagen jelly, boosting antioxidant levels while maintaining desirable taste and texture.

6 Oct 2025

Can nut-based milks match dairy for safety, nutrition and flavor?

Tree nut-based beverages offer healthy fats but lack protein. Innovations in fortification and fermentation could enhance their nutritional value.

3 Oct 2025

How gluten harms some people but helps others

New insights reveal gluten's health potential, highlighting beneficial peptides and innovative methods to enhance wheat safety for sensitive individuals.

3 Oct 2025

New 'GLed' tool enables real-time monitoring of T cell activity

The new 'GLed' tool, unique in its reversibility, allows the functional state of T cells to be observed for the first time, representing a crucial advance in personalizing treatments in immunotherapy, transplants, and autoimmune diseases.

30 Sep 2025

Olive oil intake is linked to lower belly fat and healthier weight

Regular consumption of extra-virgin olive oil was associated with lower BMI and waist circumference in a study of more than 16,000 adults. EVOO also mediated over 60% of the Mediterranean diet’s impact on central obesity while showing an independent association with waist circumference.

30 Sep 2025

Fresh fruit intake may offsett the harmful effects of air pollution on lung function.

Eating fruit may reduce the effects of air pollution on lung function, according to research presented at the European Respiratory Society Congress in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

29 Sep 2025