Can Artemisia argyi remove free radicals from the body?

Generally, the antioxidant components contained in Artemisia selengensis (commonly known as "Lihao") can help eliminate small amounts of free radicals in the body, but they may not effectively remove excessive accumulation of free radicals or oxidative damage under pathological conditions. Detailed analysis is as follows:

Artemisia selengensis contains a certain amount of antioxidant substances such as flavonoids. Regular, moderate consumption can participate in redox reactions within the body and assist in removing small quantities of free radicals generated through metabolism, slightly contributing to maintaining the body's oxidative balance. It can be part of a daily antioxidant diet.

However, when large amounts of free radicals accumulate due to diseases, aging, or environmental factors, Artemisia selengensis alone cannot effectively eliminate them. These situations are associated with complex physiological processes, and due to the limited antioxidant content in Artemisia selengensis, it may not effectively combat severe oxidative damage and cannot replace professional medical interventions.

Antioxidant defense should rely on a diverse diet and a healthy lifestyle. If persistent fatigue or metabolic abnormalities occur, timely medical consultation and examination are recommended.