Mitochondria: Central Organelles for Melatonin′s Antioxidant and Anti-Aging Actions
Melatonin, along with its metabolites, have long been known to significantly reduce the oxidative stress burden of aging cells or cells exposed to toxins. Oxidative damage is a result of free radicals produced in cells, especially in mitochondria. When measured, melatonin, a potent antioxidant, was...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2018-02-01
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Series: | Molecules |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/23/2/509 |