Palm Extract Phytonutrient Supplement

**Semantic type:** Pharmacologic Substance

**Definition:** A nutritional supplement composed of a palm oil extract containing high concentrations of mixed tocotrienols, tocopherols, carotenoids, phytosterols, and squalene, with antioxidant and potential hepato-, neuro-, and radio-protective activities. Upon oral administration, the palm extract phytonutrient supplement exerts an antioxidant effect by scavenging free radicals and inhibiting lipid peroxidation. This extract also prevents inflammation by inhibiting the expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines. Altogether, this prevents oxidative stress in cells and may improve symptoms of radiation-induced fibrosis. In addition, this supplement may modulate enzymes that play key roles in neuronal cell degeneration and fatty acid accumulation.

**Synonyms:** - PALM OIL TOCOTRIENOL-RICH EXTRACT - PPALM-Palm Oil - Tocovid SupraBio