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.

Does Eating Sea Moss Provide Health Benefits?

What are Flavonoids?

Vitamin C Physiological Function

Mastiha Resin Benefits for Gut Health, Inflammation, and Immune Function

Antioxidant Metabolites

Shilajit: Health Benefits, Risks, and Clinical Evidence

How Dangerous is a Lack of Fruit and Vegetables?

Oxidative Stress and Antioxidants

What Are The Health Benefits Of Honey?

Do Popular Skincare Ingredients Like Niacinamide and Retinol Actually Work?

Kombucha: Polyphenols, Probiotics, and the Functional Nutrition Potential

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Eye Health and Diet

Antioxidant Enzyme Systems

Oxidative Stress and Oxidants

Antioxidants in Food

The Effect of Diet on Asthma

Ginger: Health Benefits

Health Benefits of Avocado

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

Alzheimer's Disease Prevention

Health Benefits of Blueberries

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

Papaya: Health Benefits

Selenium Biologic Applications

Health Benefits of Quinoa

Health Benefits of Cinnamon

Why Moringa oleifera is Called the Miracle Tree: Health Benefits for Immunity, Inflammation, and Metabolism

Antioxidant: Pro-Oxidant Activities

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

Health Benefits of Turmeric

Foods that Reduce Oxidative Stress and Prevent Cancer

Oregano vs Thyme: Which Herb Offers Stronger Antioxidant and Health Effects?

The Truth About Mushroom Coffee: Benefits vs. Hype

Health Benefits of Chia Seeds

Health Benefits of Spinach

Passion Fruit Health Benefits

What are the Health Benefits of Beetroot?

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

Should We Eat Polished Rice?

Rheumatoid Arthritis Diet and Nutrition

Pecans and Health: Evidence from Clinical Studies

Sacha Inchi Oil: An Omega-3 Superfood for Cholesterol and Blood Sugar

Do Superfoods Really Exist?

How to Reduce Muscle Soreness After Training

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

Oxidative Stress In Disease

Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar

Juice Fasting: Pros and Cons

Nutrition for Trying to Get Pregnant

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

What are the Health Benefits of Green Tea?

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

Melatonin in Humans

Gut Health Benefits of Baobab Fruit: An African Superfood

What are the Health Benefits of Eating Dates?

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

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

Is Watermelon a Superfood? Examining the Scientific Evidence

Prostate Cancer and Diet

Antioxidant Health Effects

The Role of Zinc in Immune Health and Wound Healing

Types of Tea and their Health Benefits

Health Benefits of Tiger Nuts: Nutrition, Uses & Side Effects

What are Antioxidants?

Antioxidant: The Oxidative Challenge In Biology

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

What is Resveratrol?

The Health Benefits of Cilantro (Coriander)

The Healthy Fats: How Olive Oil Fits into a Nutrient-Rich Diet

Melatonin in Medicine

Is Spirulina the Next Anti-Aging Superfood?

Fungi as Future Medicine: The Therapeutic Potential of Mushrooms

Oxidative Stress Effects

What Are the Health Benefits of Mung Beans?

Milk Thistle Health Benefits

Antioxidants in Technology

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

What are the Health Benefits of a Vegan Diet?

Latest Antioxidant News and Research

Common food preservatives may raise cancer risk

Higher intake of certain food preservatives is associated with increased cancer rates, particularly breast and prostate cancers, highlighting safety concerns.

13 Jan 2026

Sub-lethal water disinfection can unintentionally boost the spread of antibiotic resistance

The study reveals that environmental stressors do not merely kill bacteria; they can also prime surviving cells to take up resistance genes more efficiently, raising concerns about how antibiotic-resistant bacteria may spread in aquatic environments.

8 Jan 2026

Dietary exposure to food preservatives associated with higher cancer incidence

Higher intake of food preservatives, widely used in industrially processed foods and beverages to extend shelf-life, is associated with a modestly increased risk of cancer, finds a study from France published by The BMJ today.

7 Jan 2026

Aston University and PFE Medical partner to create biodegradable gloves from food waste

Aston University and Midlands-based company PFE Medical are teaming up to create biodegradable gloves made from food waste for use in the NHS.

7 Jan 2026

Higher intake of food preservatives linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes

Higher consumption of food preservatives, widely used in industrially processed foods and beverages to extend their shelf life, has been linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes.

7 Jan 2026

Study reveals bioactive compounds driving Borage's diverse therapeutic benefits

For centuries, Borago officinalis - commonly known as Borage or the Starflower - has been a staple of traditional medicine.

6 Jan 2026

Nicotinic acid protects the liver from ischemia-reperfusion injury

In a new study published in Liver Research, a team of researchers in China discovered that nicotinic acid-a common form of vitamin B3-can dramatically reduce liver damage caused by ischemia-reperfusion injury (IRI), a major complication in liver surgery and transplantation.

5 Jan 2026

Euphorbia neriifolia L. extract protects against cardiomyocyte injury and heart failure

Announcing a new publication for Acta Materia Medica journal. Heart failure (HF) remains a major global health challenge with limited therapeutic options, thus prompting the search for novel cardioprotective agents among traditional Chinese medicines.

30 Dec 2025

Prebiotic microcapsules deliver pterostilbene to the colon to alleviate ulcerative colitis

A team led by clinicians and engineers has wrapped the plant-derived polyphenol pterostilbene (PSB) into prebiotic alginate/resistant-starch microcapsules coated with chitosan and shown that oral administration dampens dextran-sulfate-sodium (DSS) colitis in mice.

23 Dec 2025

A senescence-based therapeutic approach for temporal lobe epilepsy

Temporal lobe epilepsy, which results in recurring seizures and cognitive dysfunction, is associated with premature aging of brain cells.

22 Dec 2025

Scientists map how cinnamon’s bioactives interact with cancer signaling

This review synthesizes preclinical evidence showing that cinnamon-derived compounds can modulate inflammation, oxidative stress, apoptosis, and angiogenesis through multiple cancer-related signaling pathways. While biologically plausible, the findings are largely limited to cell and animal models, underscoring the need for pharmacokinetic, safety, and clinical validation.

15 Dec 2025

Lipoic acid shows limited benefit in progressive multiple sclerosis

The over-the-counter supplement lipoic acid may have a small beneficial effect in slowing the loss of gray matter in the brains of people with progressive forms of multiple sclerosis, according to new research led by Oregon Health & Science University and the Portland VA Health Care System.

15 Dec 2025

What drinking kefir really does to your gut and oral microbiome

The impact of kefir on gut and oral microbiomes shows promise, but inconsistent findings and study limitations call for more rigorous scientific investigation.

15 Dec 2025

Exploring melatonin therapeutic potential in systemic lupus erythematosus

A recent review published in Current Molecular Pharmacology explores the therapeutic potential of melatonin in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), a complex autoimmune disease affecting multiple organs.

12 Dec 2025

Scientists outline how organ rejuvenation strategies could solve the donor shortage

Researchers outline why organs from older donors are often discarded and identify the biological and immunological pathways that make them vulnerable to injury. They also highlight emerging rejuvenation technologies including machine perfusion, senotherapeutics, and regenerative strategies that could safely expand the donor pool.

11 Dec 2025

How specific foods reshape oxidative stress responses during and after high-intensity training

Carbohydrate-rich foods blunt acute oxidative stress during fasted high-intensity exercise, while polyphenol-rich foods accelerate early recovery by reducing post-exercise ROS. Findings highlight how nutrient timing shapes redox responses in sedentary young women undergoing resistance-circuit HIIT.

11 Dec 2025

Filtered coffee shows a causal link to healthier HbA1c levels

Genetically predicted filtered coffee consumption is causally associated with lower HbA1c levels, while other coffee preparation methods show no such benefit. This effect appears to be partly mediated by increases in propionate producing gut bacteria, particularly Veillonella.

10 Dec 2025

Early warning for diabetes: AI model identifies prediabetes risk with high accuracy

A Scientific Reports study developed a pattern neural network that integrates total antioxidant status with clinical and metabolic markers to predict prediabetes in Indian adults. The model achieved very high accuracy and highlighted oxidative stress and waist circumference as key predictors, supporting earlier detection before progression to type 2 diabetes.

10 Dec 2025

Kiwifruit intake boosts vitamin C in skin and supports dermal structure

Study shows that increasing dietary vitamin C intake with kiwifruit raises vitamin C levels in both the dermis and epidermis through active transport from the bloodstream. Higher skin vitamin C levels were associated with increased skin density and epidermal cell proliferation, but not with improved UV protection or measurable increases in new collagen markers.

7 Dec 2025

Researchers highlight five pathways through which microplastics can harm the brain

Microplastics could be fueling neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, with a new study highlighting five ways microplastics can trigger inflammation and damage in the brain.

5 Dec 2025