Blood pressure enzyme reveals second job: Making sulfur rings for cellular antioxidants

Phys.org 1 h ago

Antioxidants such as vitamins C and E protect cells by neutralizing free radicals, such as reactive oxygen species, before they can damage genetic material or cell membranes. Such damage can contribute to the development of neurodegenerative diseases. Antioxidants therefore help prevent cellular damage.

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