Redox-Inflammatory State and Immune Function. Role of Antioxidant Compounds

Dear Colleagues,

The redox state, which is associated with an inflammatory situation, is the base of health or disease depending on its characteristics and the time of life considered. Thus, since the aging process has the oxidative-inflammatory stress as the principal cause, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds can be good, when used in the appropriate amounts, to slow down this process. However, during growth these compounds could avoid the oxidative stress necessary for the development of the organism. The function of the immune system, which is the best marker of health, is a perfect example of this controversy. In fact, immune cells need to produce oxidation and inflammation to carry out their defensive functions against infections and cancers. However, an excess of this production could accelerate aging and increase the risk of disease. The use of antioxidants, which have shown important benefits for immunity and health should be controlled, especially the amounts given and the time of life at which they are used. This special issue invites articles about any aspect of oxidation, inflammation, immunity, aging, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, across a wide range of experimental approaches, including molecular, cellular, pre-clinical and translational studies.

Prof. Mónica De la Fuente
Guest Editor

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• Redox state
• Inflammatory state
• Immunity
• Aging
• Antioxidants