Glucosinolates, carotenoids, and resveratrol in cancer prevention: the importance of phytochemicals in neuplasia prevention
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https://doi.org/10.62827/nb.v23i6.3049Keywords:
Neoplasms; Disease Prevention; Isothiocyanates; Carotenoids; Resveratrol.Abstract
Introduction: Glucosinolates, carotenoids, and resveratrol are phytochemicals, non-nutritive compounds found in foods, that play a crucial role in cancer protection. Objective: To describe the effects of bioactive compounds, including glucosinolates, carotenoids, and resveratrol, in the prevention of neoplasms. Methods: This study consists of a literature review utilizing retrospective analyses of scientific publications. Descriptors such as "Neoplasms," "Prevention," "Glucosinolates," "Carotenoids," and "Resveratrol" were employed in databases such as SciELO, PubMed, and Google Scholar. Results: Sulforaphane demonstrates properties that reduce cell proliferation and increase apoptosis, inhibiting tumor growth. High levels of beta-carotene in the blood are associated with a 17% reduction in the risk of developing breast cancer. Resveratrol may inhibit the migration of cancer cells by decreasing the expression and secretion of proteins related to the metastatic process. Conclusion: Phytochemicals such as glucosinolates, carotenoids, and resveratrol play a fundamental role in cancer prevention by regulating various signaling pathways at different stages of the disease.
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