antioxidant

Aliases: antioxidants antioxidant defense

Systems Analogy

Anti-rust coating applied to metal components to prevent chemical corrosion.

A molecule capable of neutralizing reactive oxygen species (ROS) and free radicals, thereby protecting cellular structures from oxidative degradation.

Mentioned In

Nrf2 PROTEIN cysteine MOLECULE oxidative stress PROCESS phenol rings MOLECULE sulforaphane MOLECULE

Scientific Sources & Verbatim Definitions

Empirical StudyMa Q. Role of Nrf2 in Oxidative Stress and Toxicity. Annu Rev Pharmacol Toxicol. 2013;53:401-426. ↗ (Page 402)
"Antioxidants scavenge reactive species to prevent cell injury."