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Area of Science:

  • Environmental toxicology
  • Biochemistry
  • Cellular biology

Background:

  • Microplastics (<5 mm) induce significant environmental and health risks.
  • Microplastic exposure triggers cellular stress, particularly oxidative stress, via reactive oxygen species.
  • This oxidative stress impacts cellular energy, organelles, and promotes inflammation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore oxidative stress mechanisms induced by microplastics.
  • To assess the potential and limitations of antioxidant interventions against microplastic-induced damage.
  • To provide a basis for environmental health risk management strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on microplastic toxicity and oxidative stress.
  • Analysis of antioxidant mechanisms (e.g., vitamin C, curcumin, quercetin) in mitigating cellular damage.
  • Evaluation of challenges in antioxidant application and future research directions.

Main Results:

  • Microplastics induce oxidative stress by overwhelming cellular defense mechanisms.
  • Antioxidants can neutralize harmful molecules, activate protective pathways, and regulate autophagy.
  • Practical antioxidant use is limited by poor absorption, variability, and safety concerns.

Conclusions:

  • Antioxidants offer potential protection against microplastic-induced oxidative stress.
  • Development of effective delivery systems and evidence-based strategies is crucial.
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration is essential for managing microplastic risks across ecosystems.