Review
Food Science & Technology
Xin-Yu Li, Lei Meng, Liang Shen, Hong-Fang Ji
Summary: Vitamin C (VC), vitamin E (VE), and beta-carotene (beta C) are dietary antioxidants that can enhance the body's antioxidant capacity. Their effects on the gut microbiota were reviewed in this article, with 19 studies included. VC, VE, and beta C can modulate the composition and activity of the gut microbiota, improve intestinal barrier function, and support the normal function of the immune system, providing health benefits to the host. Future studies should further investigate the antioxidant activity of vitamins on the gut microbiota and explore the causal relationships between vitamin regulation of the gut microbiota and host health.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Tiantian Xu, Jingwen Zhang, Risheng Jin, Rong Cheng, Xiaonan Wang, Chuanxun Yuan, Changsheng Gan
Summary: The study found that co-encapsulated liposomes have higher antioxidant activity and bioavailability compared to single loaded liposomes, especially in potential applications in functional foods.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Mehmet Bozkurt Ataman, Mehmet Akoz, Nurcan Donmez, Mustafa Bodu, Mustafa Kul, Mustafa Numan Bucak
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the effects of vitamin A, vitamin E, and combined beta-carotene plus vitamin E injections on fertility parameters in ewes. The results showed that the combined administration of vitamin A and vitamin E can increase the multiple birth rate and litter size.
TROPICAL ANIMAL HEALTH AND PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jaimie M. Strickland, Lauren Wisnieski, Thomas H. Herdt, Lorraine M. Sordillo
Summary: This study evaluated the association between serum vitamin concentrations and periparturient cow diseases, finding that serum retinol concentrations were negatively associated with hyperketonuria and uterine diseases, while lower retinol concentrations were associated with increased odds of developing diseases in the aggregate outcome. Serum beta-carotene, retinol, and alpha-tocopherol show potential as biomarkers for disease risk in dairy cows.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Sarah K. Elefson, Laura L. Greiner
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of different diets, including control, vitamin A, beta-carotene, and oxidized beta-carotene supplementation, on finishing pigs. The results showed that pigs supplemented with oxidized beta-carotene had improved average daily gain, while pigs supplemented with vitamin A had improved immune status.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Sisheng Li, Minna Luo, Donpon Wannasin, Xiaoyan Hu, Jaekun Ryu, Qian Ju, David Julian McClements
Summary: This study investigated the properties and digestibility of plant-based egg yolk as a replacement for real egg yolk. The addition of beta-glucan affected the viscosity, gelation properties, and digestibility of the plant-based egg yolk.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jing Wang, Xinge Hu, Junbin Chen, Tiannan Wang, Xianju Huang, Guoxun Chen
Summary: Beta-carotene, an important carotenoid, can be extracted from microalgae and has been found to have biological activities such as promoting lifespan and reducing oxidative stress. However, further studies are needed to explore the health benefits and functional mechanisms of beta-carotene in microalgae extracts.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Farhad Vahid, Wena Rahmani, Sayed Hossein Davoodi, Torsten Bohn
Summary: There is a significant association between mental health issues, such as depression and stress, and the risk of gastric cancer. Consuming a healthy diet rich in vitamins and minerals may lower the odds of developing gastric cancer, possibly due to reduced levels of anxiety and depression.
Article
Fisheries
Hasnaa A. Taalab, Eman Y. Mohammady, Tamer M. M. Hassan, Mohamed M. Abdella, Mohamed S. Hassaan
Summary: This study compared the effects of dietary Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and beta-carotene extracted from Arthrospira platensis on Nile tilapia. The results showed that the addition of beta-carotene in the diet had a superior impact on the growth, immune indices, and antioxidant activity of the Nile tilapia.
AQUACULTURE RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Julio Enrique Oney Montalvo, Adriana Cristina de Silva Madrigal, Manuel Octavio Ramirez Sucre, Ingrid Mayanin Rodriguez-Buenfil
Summary: The ripening stage significantly influences the concentration of carotenoids and vitamins in Habanero pepper, while the type of soil has a negligible effect. The highest concentration of carotenoids is found in unripe peppers, while ripe peppers exhibit the highest concentration of vitamins.
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Nir Melnikov, Yehuda Kamari, Michal Kandel-Kfir, Iris Barshack, Ami Ben-Amotz, Dror Harats, Aviv Shaish, Ayelet Harari
Summary: In this study, the supplementation of Dunaliella bardawil alga as a source of vitamin A was found to reduce adipose tissue inflammation and plasma lipid concentrations in mice fed a high-fat diet.
Article
Agronomy
Shimeles Tilahun, Han-Ryul Choi, Min-Woo Baek, Lee-Hee Cheol, Ki-Wung Kwak, Do-Su Park, Tifsehit Solomon, Cheon-Soon Jeong
Summary: The study evaluated physicochemical characteristics, secondary metabolite contents, and GABA content of 'Tori', 'TY VIP', 'Mamirio', and 'Arya' tomato cultivars. Results showed differences among cultivars, with 'Mamirio' performing best in ascorbic acid, carotenoids, and antioxidant activity, while 'TY VIP' excelled in total phenolics, flavonoids, and GABA.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Faiza Hammaz, Florence Charles, Rachel E. Kopec, Charlotte Halimi, Salah Fgaier, Jawad Aarrouf, Laurent Urban, Patrick Borel
Summary: By manipulating post-harvest factors such as pulsed light treatment, storage duration, and temperature, the concentrations of proVitamin A carotenoids in carrots can be significantly increased. However, while pulsed light treatment can temporarily boost proVA CAR concentrations, the effect diminishes over time.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Qixiang Miao, Youyou Yang, Lihong Du, Chaohua Tang, Qingyu Zhao, Fadi Li, Xiao Yao, Ying Meng, Yuchang Qin, Junmin Zhang
Summary: In this study, beta-carotene and different forms of vitamin A in eggs were determined simultaneously using supercritical fluid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry. The results showed that the amount of beta-carotene and the contents of retinoids in yolks increased with an increase in dietary supplement level, leading to a slight change in yolk color. Additionally, the levels of lutein and zeaxanthin decreased.
Article
Thermodynamics
Maya Sarah, M. Rizky Ramadhan, Annida Zahra, Isti Madinah, Seri Maulina, Erni Misran
Summary: This study evaluates the performance of a continuous microwave device in the sterilization of oil palm fruits spikelet. The study found that by using the minimum power density, appropriate residence time, and temperature, good quality palm oil can be produced.
CASE STUDIES IN THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Daniel L. Belavy, Natalie Baecker, Gabriele Armbrecht, Gisela Beller, Judith Buehlmeier, Petra Frings-Meuthen, Joern Rittweger, Heinz J. Roth, Martina Heer, Dieter Felsenberg
JOURNAL OF BONE AND MINERAL METABOLISM
(2016)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Tim Heise, Jens Jordan, Christoph Wanner, Martina Heer, Sreeraj Macha, Michaela Mattheus, Soren S. Lund, Hans J. Woerle, Uli C. Broedl
CLINICAL THERAPEUTICS
(2016)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Tim Heise, Jens Jordan, Christoph Wanner, Martina Heer, Sreeraj Macha, Michaela Mattheus, Soren S. Lund, Hans J. Woerle, Uli C. Broedl
CLINICAL THERAPEUTICS
(2016)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sara R. Zwart, Jesse F. Gregory, Steven H. Zeisel, Charles R. Gibson, Thomas H. Mader, Jason M. Kinchen, Per M. Ueland, Robert Ploutz-Snyder, Martina A. Heer, Scott M. Smith
Article
Sport Sciences
Elena Nebot, Virginia A. Aparicio, Peter Pietschmann, Daniel Camiletti-Moiron, Garyfallia Kapravelou, Reinhold G. Erben, Rosario Martinez, Cristina Sanchez-Gonzalez, Jesus M. Porres, Juan Llopis, Maria Lopez-Jurado, Pilar Aranda
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2017)
Article
Orthopedics
Anna-Maria Liphardt, Annegret Mundermann, Thomas P. Andriacchi, Silvia Achtzehn, Martina Heer, Joachim Mester
JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC RESEARCH
(2018)
Article
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Jens Jordan, Jens Tank, Karsten Heusser, Tim Heise, Christoph Wanner, Martina Heer, Sreeraj Macha, Michaela Mattheus, Soren S. Lund, Hans J. Woerle, Uli C. Broedl
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HYPERTENSION
(2017)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Sara R. Zwart, Barbara L. Rice, Holly Dlouhy, Linda C. Shackelford, Martina Heer, Matthew D. Koslovsky, Scott M. Smith
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2018)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Floriane Rudwill, Donal O'Gorman, Etienne Lefai, Isabelle Chery, Alexandre Zahariev, Sylvie Normand, Allan F. Pagano, Angele Chopard, Anthony Damiot, Claire Laurens, Leanne Hodson, Emmanuelle Canet-Soulas, Martina Heer, Petra Frings Meuthen, Judith Buehlmeier, Natalie Baecker, Laure Meiller, Guillemette Gauquelin-Koch, Stephane Blanc, Chantal Simon, Audrey Bergouignan
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY & METABOLISM
(2018)
Review
Immunology
Brian E. Crucian, Alexander Chouker, Richard J. Simpson, Satish Mehta, Gailen Marshall, Scott M. Smith, Sara R. Zwart, Martina Heer, Sergey Ponomarev, Alexandra Whitmire, Jean P. Frippiat, G. Douglas, H. Lorenzi, Judith-Irina Buchheim, George Makedonas, Geoffrey S. Ginsburg, C. Mark Ott, Duane L. Pierson, Stephanie S. Krieger, Natalie Baecker, Clarence Sams
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2018)
Article
Physiology
Anthony Damiot, Remi Demangel, John Noone, Isabelle Chery, Alexandre Zahariev, Sylvie Normand, Thomas Brioche, Francois Crampes, Isabelle de Glisezinski, Etienne Lefai, Marie Pierre Bareille, Angele Chopard, Jocelyne Drai, Delphine Collin-Chavagnac, Martina Heer, Guillemette Gauquelin-Koch, Michel Prost, Patrick Simon, Guillaume Py, Stephane Blanc, Chantal Simon, Audrey Bergouignan, Donal J. O'Gorman
JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY
(2019)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Katharina Austermann, Natalie Baecker, Peter Stehle, Martina Heer
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Helena C. Kenny, Floriane Rudwill, Laura Breen, Michele Salanova, Dieter Blottner, Tim Heise, Martina Heer, Stephane Blanc, Donal J. O'Gorman
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Martina Heer, Natalie Baecker, Petra Frings-Meuthen, Sonja Graf, Sara R. Zwart, Gianni Biolo, Scott M. Smith
APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY NUTRITION AND METABOLISM
(2017)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Judith Buehlmeier, Thomas Remer, Petra Frings-Meuthen, Christiane Maser-Gluth, Martina Heer