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Research Article: The Potential Effects of Dietary Antioxidants in Obesity: A Comprehensive Review of the Literature

Date Published: 2024-02-06

Abstract:
Obesity has become a global health concern, with its prevalence steadily increasing in recent decades. It is associated with numerous health complications, including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and certain types of cancer. The aetiology of obesity is multifactorial, involving genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. In recent years, oxidative stress has emerged as a potential contributor to obesity and its related metabolic disorders. Dietary antioxidants, which can counteract oxidative stress, have gained significant attention for their potential role in preventing and managing obesity. This comprehensive review aims to explore the impact of dietary antioxidants on obesity and its associated metabolic dysregulations, discussing the underlying mechanisms and highlighting the potential therapeutic implications.

Introduction:
In the contemporary world, characterised by sedentary lifestyles and the prevalence of processed foods, the global obesity rates have reached unprecedented levels. Obesity a health condition marked by the excessive buildup of body fat and can adversely affect individuals’ well-being [1,2]. According to the World Health Organization, obesity is identified as having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher [3]. The prevalence of this condition has escalated to widespread proportions over the past 50 years [4]. Recent…

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