Naringin has a variety of benefits for human health, which are summarized in detail below:
1. Antioxidant effect
Naringin is able to scavenge free radicals within the body and reduce oxidative stress, thereby protecting cells from damage. Studies have shown that naringin has high antioxidant activity, which helps prevent chronic diseases. It also significantly increases the activity of antioxidant enzymes, such as superoxide dismutase and catalase, which help remove harmful substances from the body.
2. Anti-inflammatory effect
Naringin has a significant anti-inflammatory effect, can inhibit the inflammatory response, while reducing the release of inflammatory mediators. Its mechanism of action includes inhibiting the production and release of pro-inflammatory factors, as well as reducing the migration of leukocytes to the site of inflammation. This makes naringin suitable for the treatment of a variety of inflammatory diseases, such as arthritis, asthma, dermatitis, etc., to help recovery.
3. Regulation of blood lipids
Naringin helps to improve blood lipid levels, lowering the level of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) while boosting the level of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C). This mechanism of action helps to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis and prevent cardiovascular disease.
4. Improve myocardial ischemia
Naringin can increase the blood flow of coronary arteries, thereby improving myocardial ischemia. If you suffer from myocardial ischemia, naringin can reduce panic, chest tightness and other symptoms.
5. Anti-cancer potential
Some studies have found that naringin has the effect of inhibiting the proliferation of cancer cells and inducing apoptosis of cancer cells.
For some types of cancer, such as breast cancer, colon cancer, naringin shows some preventive and therapeutic potential.
6. Other Health Benefits
Promote metabolism: Naringin can promote the metabolic function of the liver, help detoxification and maintain normal metabolic balance in the body.
Protect cardiovascular health: By improving blood lipids and antioxidant effects, naringin helps reduce the risk of atherosclerosis and further protects the cardiovascular system.
Neuroprotection: Naringin is able to combat neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease by reducing neuroinflammation and oxidative stress.