Antioxidants and Gene Expression
Antioxidants are beneficial compounds found naturally in certain foods, such as fruits and vegetables, that help protect cells from damage caused by unstable molecules known as free radicals. They can also play an important role in influencing gene expression, which is the process by which the information encoded in genes is converted into proteins and other molecules. By doing so, antioxidants can help regulate cell growth and development, cell death, the synthesis of hormones and enzymes, and even the body’s response to stress. Antioxidants are therefore important for promoting good health and preventing many chronic diseases. Increasing antioxidant intake through diet or supplementation may help reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic illnesses.
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