Perry WB, Dykes SL, Buie WD, Rafferty JF
Role of insulin resistance in endothelial dysfunction
This process can be repeated multiple times, allowing a single lycopene molecule to deactivate numerous singlet oxygen molecules (122, 124, 125)
In addition to protecting cells against the destructive effects of free radicals and detoxifying harmful substances such as drugs and environmental pollutants, it has also been studied for the treatment of a number of serious medical conditions including Parkinsons Disease, heart disease, kidney disease, HIV and cancer
The Evidence: While some botanicals show promise in early studies (e.g., polyphenol-rich fruits, herbs), most have not been rigorously studied in human trials focusing on GLP-1