Rarinca, V.; Nicoara, M.N.; Ureche, D.; Ciobica, A. Exploitation of Quercetin’s Antioxidative Properties in Potential Alternative Therapeutic Options for Neurodegenerative Diseases. Antioxidants2023, 12, 1418.
Rarinca, V.; Nicoara, M.N.; Ureche, D.; Ciobica, A. Exploitation of Quercetin’s Antioxidative Properties in Potential Alternative Therapeutic Options for Neurodegenerative Diseases. Antioxidants 2023, 12, 1418.
Rarinca, V.; Nicoara, M.N.; Ureche, D.; Ciobica, A. Exploitation of Quercetin’s Antioxidative Properties in Potential Alternative Therapeutic Options for Neurodegenerative Diseases. Antioxidants2023, 12, 1418.
Rarinca, V.; Nicoara, M.N.; Ureche, D.; Ciobica, A. Exploitation of Quercetin’s Antioxidative Properties in Potential Alternative Therapeutic Options for Neurodegenerative Diseases. Antioxidants 2023, 12, 1418.
Abstract
Oxidative stress (OS) is a condition in which there is an excess of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the body, which can lead to cell and tissue damage. This occurs when there is an overproduction of ROS or when the body's antioxidant defense systems are overwhelmed. Quercetin is part of a group of compounds called flavonoids. It is found in high concentrations of vegetables, fruits, and other foods. Over the past decade, a growing number of studies have highlighted the therapeutic potential of flavonoids to modulate neuronal function and prevent age-related neurodegeneration. Therefore, quercetin has been shown to have antioxidant, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory properties, both in vitro and in vivo. Due to its antioxidant character, quercetin alleviates oxidative stress, thus improving cognitive function, reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases. On the other hand, quercetin can also help support the body's natural antioxidant defense systems, thus being a potentially practical supplement for managing oxidative stress. This review focuses on experimental studies supporting the neuroprotective effects of quercetin in Alzheimer’s disease (AD), Parkinson’s disease (PD), Huntington's disease (HD) and epilepsy.
Biology and Life Sciences, Neuroscience and Neurology
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