Antioxidant

Numerous antioxidants, such as flavonoids, carotenoids, quercetin, kaempferol, and glutathione, are found in pollen. Free radicals are potentially dangerous chemicals, so antioxidants defend the body against them. Free radical damage has been related to chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes and cancer.

In test-tube studies, animal and some human studies have shown that the antioxidants found in pollen can reduce chronic inflammation, eliminate harmful bacteria, fight infections, and reduce inflammation. In prostate, colon, and blood malignancies, pollen extract inhibits tumor development and promotes programmed cell death (apoptosis). However, pollen antioxidant content also depends on its plant source.