A dietary antioxidant found in vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower can protect cells from damage caused by chemicals generated during the body's inflammatory response to infection and injury, a new study has found.
Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, say their finding has implications for such inflammation-based disorders as cystic fibrosis (CF), diabetes, heart disease, and neurodegeneration.
Respiratory Diseases - Cystic Fibrosis
Encyclopedia section of medindia gives general info about Cystic Fibrosis
Encyclopedia section of medindia gives general info about Cystic Fibrosis
These potentially harmful chemicals are made by the body as a reaction to infection and injury.
In addition, thiocyanate also protects cells from hypochlorite produced in reactions involving MPO, an enzyme released from germ-fighting white blood cells during inflammation.
Super Foods - Broccoli sprouts
Encyclopedia section of medindia explains in brief about the beneficial aspects of consuming broccoli sprouts, which helps in preventing and controlling cancer
Encyclopedia section of medindia explains in brief about the beneficial aspects of consuming broccoli sprouts, which helps in preventing and controlling cancer
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Long-Term Health Benefits Seen In Cystic Fibrosis Treatments
Cystic fibrosis medicines that help to break down mucus in the lungs may carry an unexpected long-term benefit, a study suggests.
Cystic fibrosis medicines that help to break down mucus in the lungs may carry an unexpected long-term benefit, a study suggests.
