Antioxidants research explores therapeutic relevance for disease prevention

A study presented at the Nicolae Testemitanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy examines the relevance of antioxidants for therapeutic applications. The research focuses on how antioxidants act as prophylactic and therapeutic agents in complementary therapies to prevent damage caused by free radicals and reactive oxygen species.

Free radicals are linked to various conditions, including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, autoimmune diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, and aging. The study highlights the role of medicinal plants, such as corn, lemon, common bean, and cornflower, as primary sources of antioxidants that contribute to maintaining cellular redox homeostasis and protecting against oxidative stress.