Induction of phase 2 enzymes, which neutralize reactive electrophiles and act as indirect
antioxidants, appears to be an effective means for achieving protection against a variety of …

The cancer chemopreventive actions of oltipraz (4-methyl-5-[2-pyrazinyl]-1,2-dithiole-3-thione)
have been primarily associated with the induction of phase 2 detoxifying enzymes …

One of the major mechanisms of protection against carcinogenesis, mutagenesis, and other
forms of toxicity mediated by carcinogens is the induction of enzymes involved in their …

The consumption of dry common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) has been associated with a
decrease risk for a wide variety of chronic and degenerative diseases such as cancer, obesity, …

Common beans ( Phaseolus vulgaris L.) contain a high proportion of undigested carbohydrates
(NDC) that can be fermented in the large intestine to produce short-chain fatty acids (…

Background Metallic nanorods are promising agents for a wide range of biomedical applications.
In this study, we developed an optical hyperthermia method capable of inducing in vitro …

The methanolic extract of Cnidoscolus chayamansa leaves from Mexico was screened for
antioxidant and antimutagenic properties by the DPPH, ABTS, iron chelating, and Kado …

Water infusions of mature and fresh Quercus resinosa leaves were evaluated for antioxidant
activity and genotoxic effects on HeLa cells. Native Mexicans used to drink Q. resinosa …

The incorporation of copper ions into the cytosolic superoxide dismutase (SOD1) is
accomplished in vivo by the action of the copper metallochaperone CCS (copper chaperone for …

Medicinal herb infusions can be used for the treatment of obesity-related metabolic alterations.
The aim of this study was to characterize the phytochemical profile and to evaluate the …