The ROS production which is
mediated by NADPH oxidase (NOX) damages the microenvironment in host tissue and results in a pro-inflammatory phenomenon with release of cytokines such as IL-1b and TNF-a through the nuclear factor kappa B (NF-kB)dependent mechanism . Importantly, it is well-documented that phytochemicals or dietary bioactive compounds from functional foods are considered to have
beneficial outcomes against chronic inflammation and to possess antioxidant properties