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Showing papers by "Branca M. Silva published in 2020"

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Peach (Prunus Persica): Phytochemicals and Health Benefits

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Catarina Bento1, Ana C. Gonçalves1, Branca M. Silva1, Luís R. Silva1•
University of Beira Interior1
28 Oct 2020-Food Reviews International
TL;DR: For a long time fruits and vegetables have been the target of many studies and have been greatly promoted due to their nutritional value and abundance of bioactive compounds, known for their proteic properties.
Abstract: For a long time fruits and vegetables have been the target of many studies and have been greatly promoted due to their nutritional value and abundance of bioactive compounds, known for their protec...

34 citations

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Endogenous and Exogenous Antioxidants As a Tool to Ameliorate Male Infertility Induced by Reactive Oxygen Species

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Tânia R. Dias1, Tânia R. Dias2, David Martin-Hidalgo3, David Martin-Hidalgo1, Branca M. Silva2, Pedro Oliveira4, Marco G. Alves1 •
University of Porto1, University of Beira Interior2, University of Extremadura3, University of Aveiro4
04 Sep 2020-Antioxidants & Redox Signaling
TL;DR: This review addresses the regulation of redox hemodynamics in the male reproductive tract by endogenous and exogenous antioxidants and the importance of their cooperation for the maintenance of fertility.
Abstract: Significance: Antioxidants are essential for the maintenance of cellular redox homeodynamics in the male reproductive tract, playing a key role in fertilizing potential. Reactive oxygen species (RO...

23 citations