It has long been recognized that the antioxidants present in fresh plant materials may be
very different to those we ingest via our foods. This is often due to the use of food processing …

Iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs) have been proposed as targeted carriers to deliver
therapeutic molecules in the central nervous system (CNS). However, IONPs may damage …

Berries are well-known fruits for their antioxidant effects due to their high content of
flavonoids, and quercetin is one of the potent bioactive flavonoids. Although oxidative stress …

Plant-derived flavonoids are considered natural nontoxic chemo-preventers and have been
widely studied for cancer treatment in recent decades. Mostly all flavonoid compounds show …

The vascular endothelium occupies a catalog of functions that contribute to the homeostasis
of the cardiovascular system. It is a physically active barrier between circulating blood and …

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of death worldwide. Oxidative stress
and inflammation are major mechanisms responsible for the progression of CAD. Nuclear …

Quercetin is a monomeric polyphenol of plant origin that belongs to the flavonol-type
flavonoid subclass. Extensive studies using cultured cells and experimental model animals …

The liver is the body's most critical organ that performs vital functions. Hepatic disorders can
affect the physiological and biochemical functions of the body. Hepatic disorder is a …

Honey is a sweet, viscous syrup produced by the honey bee (Apis mellifera). It is probably
the first natural sweetener ever discovered, and is currently used as a nutritious food …

Phytochemicals as dietary constituents are being widely explored for the prevention and
treatment of various diseases. Quercetin, a major constituent of various dietary products, has …