Antioxidants and Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy is a common medical procedure used to treat cancer and other diseases, but it can cause oxidative stress in the body’s cells. Antioxidants are compounds that can help to reduce this oxidative stress, either through their direct activity, or by providing the cells with additional nutrients and minerals they need to fight off the damaging effects of radiation. Antioxidants can increase the effectiveness of radiation therapy by protecting healthy cells, reducing the risk of radiation damage, and allowing higher doses of radiation to be used without increasing damage to healthy tissue. In addition, they can also help to reduce fatigue and other side effects associated with radiation therapy. Antioxidants are therefore essential components of radiation therapy and should be part of any treatment plan.
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