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The Antiaging Potential of Dietary Plant-Based Polyphenols: A Review on Their Role in Cellular Senescence Modulation

Centonze M., Aloisio Caruso E., De Nunzio V., Cofano M., Saponara I., Pinto G.

Narrative Review, published in Nutrients (2025) — summary generated from the PubMed abstract.

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Level D· Scientific groundwork from lab and animal studiesEvidence level of this study

Evidence from laboratory and animal studies provides groundwork for understanding mechanisms and potential before human studies continue.

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  • Level B · Emerging clinical evidence with positive signals
  • Level C · Early human research exploring benefits
  • Level D · Scientific groundwork from lab and animal studies
  • Emerging · Emerging topic under active research
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Study type
Narrative Review
Journal
Nutrients (2025)
Reported sample size
—
Source database
Europe PMC
PMID
40431456
PMCID
PMC12114605
DOI
10.3390/nu17101716
Citations
9

Abstract (original English)

Aging is a complex biological process characterized by a progressive decline in physiological functions and an increased risk of chronic diseases. A key mechanism of this process is cellular senescence, the permanent arrest of the cell cycle in response to stress or damage, which contributes to the accumulation of dysfunctional cells in tissues. Recent research has highlighted the role of polyphenols, bioactive compounds present in numerous plant-based foods, in positively modulating these processes. Polyphenols exert antioxidant effects, regulate gene expression and improve mitochondrial function, helping to delay cellular aging and prevent age-related diseases. In addition, some polyphenols exhibit senolytic properties, selectively eliminating senescent cells and promoting tissue regeneration. This review summarizes the current evidence on the effects of polyphenols on aging and cellular senescence, exploring the underlying molecular mechanisms and discussing their potential in nutritional strategies aimed at promoting healthy aging.

What this study does not prove

  • • This study does not prove SVF is an approved treatment or a replacement for standard care.
  • • This is a narrative review: it collects no new patient data and does not systematically appraise evidence quality.

Evidence level

Evidence from laboratory and animal studies provides groundwork for understanding mechanisms and potential before human studies continue.

How we grade evidence
AnimalsHumansAntioxidantsAgingPolyphenolsCellular Senescence

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