Stress proteins, self defence, and the myocardium.

Hepatoprotective effects of lychee (Litchi chinensis Sonn.): A combination of antioxidant and anti-apoptotic activities

“…In living animal cells peroxidized membranes lose their permeability, becoming rigid, reactive and nonfunctional (Best, 1990). Lipid peroxidation products can inhibit protein synthesis, block macrophage action and cause changes in chemotaxis and enzymic activity (Thorne et al, 1992).…”