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Gossypol is a natural compound found in cottonseed, a byproduct of the cotton industry. It has been studied for its potential anti-cancer properties. Research has shown that gossypol can inhibit the growth of various types of cancer cells, including breast, prostate, lung, and colon cancer.
Gossypol's anti-cancer effects are thought to be due to its ability to:
-Inhibit the activity of certain enzymes involved in cancer cell growth and survival
-Induce apoptosis (cell death) in cancer cells
-Inhibit the formation of new blood vessels that feed cancer cells (anti-angiogenesis)
-Modulate the immune system to attack cancer cells
Some studies have also suggested that gossypol may have synergistic effects when combined with other anti-cancer agents, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy.