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Toxicol Ind Health April 2011 PMID 20858648

Effects of Melissa officinalis L. on oxidative status and DNA damage in subjects exposed to long-term low-dose ionizing radiation.

Akbar Zeraatpishe, Shahrbano Oryan, Mohammad Hadi Bagheri, Ali Asghar Pilevarian, Ali Akbar Malekirad, Maryam Baeeri, Mohammad Abdollahi

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Discussions highlight the potential of Lemon balm in radioprotection, with posts like @XrayDFS recommending supplementation for those exposed to radiation and @mary311forU mentioning healing radiation damage, using words like 'helps' and 'may want to look at,' which convey cautious optimism. The tone is practical and curious, reflecting an interest in applying the research without heavy scientific jargon.

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Most discussions acknowledge the potential benefits of Lemon balm for radiation exposure, indicating general agreement with the study's implications.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show moderate curiosity, with some sharing information about radiation damage and possible remedies, but few delve deeply into scientific details.

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Participants are engaging by referencing the research and suggesting practical applications, though the conversations are still relatively surface-level.

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Overall, the discussions seem to recognize some significance of the findings but do not indicate a major shift in understanding or practice.

Abstract in brief

  • This study investigated whether drinking Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L) tea could help radiology workers, who are exposed to low levels of ionizing radiation, reduce oxidative stress and DNA damage.
  • Results showed that after 30 days of drinking Lemon balm, there was a significant increase in antioxidant enzymes like catalase, superoxide dismutase, and glutathione peroxidase, along with a decrease in markers of DNA damage and lipid peroxidation.
  • The findings suggest that Lemon balm infusion could be a beneficial dietary supplement to improve oxidative stress and protect DNA in people exposed to low-dose radiation at work.]
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@musique_sympa · X

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Louise
@PonysandMe · X

@mary311forU Helps heal radiation damage too

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@hoshitokoyomi · X

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MidwestHorticulture
@MidwestHort · X

@XrayDFS @NBSaphierMD Since you have exposure to persistent low dose radiation you may want to look at supplementing w/ Melisa officinalis, aka Lemon Balm. This study involved radiology staff. https://t.co/nRjCXKwTqq

Jan 14, 2022 · 1,591 followers View post →
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@Box_raincat · X

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@Box_raincat · X

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@hoshitokoyomi · X

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@TTechker2 · X

放射能によるダメージ軽減法

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@sabasa_ba · X

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mio
@musique_sympa · X

リンク先が見れないとご指摘いただいたので、これで見れるかな？↓ https://t.co/vCeDo9ZI2E

May 17, 2023 · 33 likes · 11 shares · 22,562 followers View post →
Louise
@PonysandMe · X

@mary311forU Helps heal radiation damage too

Sep 3, 2022 · 3 likes · 172 followers View post →
MidwestHorticulture
@MidwestHort · X

@XrayDFS @NBSaphierMD Since you have exposure to persistent low dose radiation you may want to look at supplementing w/ Melisa officinalis, aka Lemon Balm. This study involved radiology staff. https://t.co/nRjCXKwTqq

Jan 14, 2022 · 1,591 followers View post →