Preventive and therapeutic effects of natural antioxidants against damage caused by X-rays
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https://doi.org/10.31989/bchd.v8i1.1530Rezumat
Plants and organic foods inherently contain bioactive compounds that combat oxidative stress effectively. A pharmacological overview of the activity and action of the active compounds against X-ray damage is provided, along with a review of the chemistry, functionality, and application aspects of active compounds derived from natural sources that may mitigate the harmful effects of X-ray radiation and shield biological systems from oxidative stress. The findings revealed that natural antioxidants such as natural compounds (lactoferrin, curcumin, melatonin, phycocyanin, and saponin) and phenolic compounds in plant extracts could be preventive and therapeutic agents against X-ray-induced toxicity. Natural antioxidants function as radiation protectants, mitigating oxidative stress induced by X-ray exposure. Given the non-toxic nature of the active compounds examined in this study, we suggest using them to produce a nutraceutical beverage that can be consumed or included in a daily diet to minimize oxidative stress.
Keywords: Active compounds, Antioxidant enzymes, Lactoferrin, Oxidative stress, Saponin, Watermelon juice
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