Performing Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity Assays with SynergyTMHT

Introduction The antioxidant capabilities of foods, cosmetics, supplements and pharmaceutical agents has become of particular interest. This is the result of the evidence demonstrating the relationship of reactive oxygen/nitrogen species (ROS) with aging and pathogenesis. [1,2]. Living organisms: use of a fuel (ATP) whose production results in the formation of toxic compounds, and requires that a balance be maintained between the oxidants and the antioxidants. ROS (reactive oxygen species) are generally held in check by a combination of antioxidant enzymes, proteins, and antioxidants provided by the diet. A breakdown or reduction in antioxidant capability has been associated with a number of chronic diseases. Conceivably, the ingestion of foods or supplements that contain antioxidant activity could provide some protection towards this affect.