Superoxide Dismutase

Su p er o x i d e d i s m u t as e at Cr eat i v e En zy m es Superoxide dismutase (SOD) is an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of superoxides into oxygen and hydrogen peroxide by disproportionation. It is widely found in various animals, plants and microorganisms and is an important antioxidant. Superoxide dismutase protects cells exposed to oxygen, which can remove superoxide anion radicals in the body and effectively resist the damage of oxygen free radicals to organisms.

Classification and Distribution SOD is a kind of protease that scavenges free radicals, plays an important role in the survival of aerobic organisms, and is the key to the defense of oxygen toxicity. So far, scientists have isolated SOD from organisms such as bacteria, fungi, protozoa, algae, insects, fish, plants and mammals.

These SODs can be classified into at least three types: Cu/Zn-SOD, Mn-SOD, and FeSOD, depending on the metal auxiliary group.

Application Since human skin is directly in contact with oxygen, it can cause skin aging and damage. The effect of SOD on protecting the skin and preventing oxidation is outstanding. A lot of cosmetics and health care products have added SOD, which has certain effects on skin care, anti-aging and prevention of age spots.

The formation and elimination of free radicals in normal healthy organisms is in a dynamic equilibrium, but with the increase of age, the content of SOD in the body shows a downward trend. Correspondingly, the growth of free radicals will destroy the balance of the body and cause various kinds of disease. Therefore, maintaining an appropriate amount of SOD in the body is an effective way to maintain health and delay aging. According to this principle, SOD, one of the free radical scavengers, has been used in clinical treatment research and has achieved certain effects.

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