Vol. 29 (5) 2008 Neuro endocrinology letters

Induction of cytochromes P450 in small intestine by chemopreventive compounds.

OBJECTIVES: Since flavonoids and other natural compounds exert beneficial effects on human health, their consumption rapidly increases. However, they can modulate the activity of xenobiotic-metabolizing enzymes involved in activation and detoxification of food and environmental carcinogens. Thus, their potential negative effects should .....