Blueberry Polyphenol Extracts Enhance the Intestinal Antioxidant Capacity in Weaned Rats by Modulating the Nrf2–Keap1 Signal Pathway

• Published in: Frontiers in physiology Vol. 12; p. 640737
• Main Authors: Zhao, Fangfang, Yan, Shen, Tian, Mengliang
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Switzerland Frontiers Media S.A 04.02.2021
• Subjects: antioxidant status; blueberry; inflammation; Physiology; small intestine; weaned rats; small intestine; blueberry; inflammation; antioxidant status; weaned rats

Weaning causes the generation of excessive reactive oxygen species in the body, which could lead to oxidative stress. Polyphenols, for which blueberries are an important dietary source, are known for various health benefits including antioxidant properties. Here, we sought to elucidate the effects o...