Elmieh, Alireza

Associate Professor, Department of Physical Education, Rasht Branch, Islamic Azad University, Rasht, Iran

[ 1 ] - The effect of leisure time regular exercise on neutrophil function, myeloperoxidase levels, and antioxidant capacity in middle-aged men

Background: Exercise can cause inflammation and neutrophil activity. Neutrophils contain the enzyme myeloperoxidase that its main function is to produce reactive oxygen species. On the other hand, physical activity can improve immune function and antioxidant activity. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to evaluate neutrophil activity, changes in myeloperoxidase levels and total antioxi...