The core causative factor that plagues the human body often arise from what is known as the oxidative stress state. In this state, theres an imbalance between oxidants destroying part and antioxidants defense mechanisms in favor of oxidants, which leads to compromised health in the form of viral infections, neurodegenerative disorders, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and even cancer
Studies have shown that borneol can inhibit ATP-binding cassette transporters, also known as efflux transporters, which normally prevent drugs from entering the brain from the bloodstream
Bitencourt et al., 2023)
Hoshiko H, Zeinstra GG, Lenaerts K, Oosterink E, Ariens RMC, Mes JJ, de Wit NJW
The body's master defender, glutathione, resides mostly in the cytosol (8085%)