Antioxidant Peptides from Terrestrial and Aquatic Plants Against Cancer

Area of Science:

• Biochemistry
• Pharmacology
• Oncology

Background:

• Cancer remains a primary global health concern, driving research into novel, less aggressive treatments.
• Bioactive peptides derived from plants present a promising alternative therapeutic avenue.
• Plants are rich sources of diverse molecules with significant pharmacological potential, including antioxidant peptides.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the importance of antioxidant activity in plant-derived peptides for cancer treatment.
• To explore the mechanisms by which these peptides exert anticancer effects.
• To discuss factors influencing peptide activity, safety, and legal considerations.

Main Methods:

• Literature review focusing on terrestrial and aquatic plant peptides.
• Analysis of mechanisms underlying antioxidant and anticancer activities.
• Examination of factors affecting peptide efficacy (e.g., molecular weight, amino acid composition).

Main Results:

• Plant peptides exhibit significant antioxidant activity, crucial for their anticancer properties.
• Antioxidant activity is modulated by peptide characteristics like molecular weight and amino acid profile.
• Various mechanisms contribute to the anticancer effects of these bioactive peptides.

Conclusions:

• Plant-derived bioactive peptides are a valuable resource for developing new anticancer strategies.
• Understanding peptide properties is essential for optimizing their therapeutic use.
• Further research into safety and regulatory aspects is needed for clinical application.