Cancer Therapy by Catechins Involves Redox Cycling of Copper Ions and Generation of Reactive Oxygen Species
Catechins, the dietary phytochemicals present in green tea and other beverages, are considered to be potent inducers of apoptosis and cytotoxicity to cancer cells. While it is believed that the antioxidant properties of catechins and related dietary agents may contribute to lowering the risk of canc...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2016-02-01
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| Series: | Toxins |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/8/2/37 |