ReviewFoods (Basel, Switzerland)2023
The Role of Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods in Skin Cancer: Mechanisms and Therapeutic Potential.
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11 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 15 citations in OpenAlex.
- Natural Compounds for the Treatment of Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Systematic Review.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026Pooled it
- Camel Milk in Skin Cancer Therapeutics: AnAnti-cancer agents in medicinal chemistry · 2026Article
- Redox Network Dysfunction: Integrating Ferroptosis and Cuproptosis Across Human Diseases.Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Major Plant-Based Compounds for the Prevention and Treatment of Melanoma-A Mini Review.Biology · 2025Review
- Shared Immunopathogenic Mechanisms in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria, Vitiligo, and Hashimoto's Thyroiditis: The Role of Oxidative Stress and Vitamin D.Life (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Oxidative Stress and Skin Diseases: The Role of Lipid Peroxidation.Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Effects of Resveratrol on Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer (NMSC): A Comprehensive Review.Food science & nutrition · 2024Review
- The Therapeutic Role of Genistein in Perimenopausal and Postmenopausal Women.The Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology · 2024Review
- Puerarin-A Promising Flavonoid: Biosynthesis, Extraction Methods, Analytical Techniques, and Biological Effects.International journal of molecular sciences · 2024Review
- Bitter Phytochemicals as Novel Candidates for Skin Disease Treatment.Current issues in molecular biology · 2023Review
- The Pharmacological Properties of Red Grape Polyphenol Resveratrol: Clinical Trials and Obstacles in Drug Development.Nutrients · 2023Review
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8 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.
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Abstract
Skin cancer is a prevalent type of cancer worldwide and has a high growth rate compared to other diseases. Although modern targeted therapies have improved the management of cutaneous neoplasms, there is an urgent requirement for a safer, more affordable, and effective chemoprevention and treatment strategy for skin cancer. Nutraceuticals, which are natural substances derived from food, have emerged as a potential alternative or adjunctive treatment option. In this review, we explore the current evidence on the use of omega-3 fatty acids and polyphenols (curcumin, epigallocatechin gallate, apigenin, resveratrol, and genistein) for the treatment of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC), as well as in their prevention. We discuss the mechanisms of action of the aforementioned nutraceuticals and their probable therapeutic benefits in skin cancer. Omega-3 fatty acids, curcumin, epigallocatechin gallate, apigenin, resveratrol, and genistein have several properties, among which are anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor, which can help to prevent and treat skin cancer. However, their effectiveness is limited due to poor bioavailability. Nanoparticles and other delivery systems can improve their absorption and targeting. More research is needed to evaluate their safety and effectiveness as a natural approach to skin cancer prevention and treatment. These compounds should not replace conventional cancer treatments, but may be used as complementary therapy under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
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