The effects of Jamun on the antioxidant system (IMAGE)

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The effects of Jamun on the antioxidant system

Caption

Activation of Nrf2 by different Jamun extracts and isolated active ingredients, such as quercetin, myricetin, ellagic acid, kaempferol, etc., activate the antioxidant system, including glutathione (GSH), glutathione peroxidase (Gpx), glutathione-s-transferase, glutathione reductase, and catalase as well as alleviate lipid peroxidation, thus protecting various organs as well as preventing diabetes and radiation-induced damage.

Credit

Ganesh Chandra Jagetia

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