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Nutrition & Dietetics
Amjad H. Jarrar, Lily Stojanovska, Vasso Apostolopoulos, Jack Feehan, Mo'ath F. Bataineh, Leila Cheikh Ismail, Ayesha S. Al Dhaheri
Summary: The study examined the effects of Gum Arabic on patients with or at risk of metabolic syndrome, finding significant improvements in blood pressure, weight, and other indicators in participants using Gum Arabic, suggesting it could be a safe and beneficial adjunct treatment for metabolic syndrome.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mohamed A. Ashour, Waseem Fatima, Mohd. Imran, Mohammed M. Ghoneim, Sultan Alshehri, Faiyaz Shakeel
Summary: This article summarizes the recent progress in phytoconstituents and applications of Acacia seyal, highlighting the patents related to this plant. It explores the traditional, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and medicinal uses of Acacia seyal and discusses the possible mechanisms of action. The findings suggest a growing interest in Acacia seyal and encourage further research and inventions related to its applications.
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Walla'a A. Osman, Gomaa Mostafa-Hedeab, Ahmed H. Osman, Laila A. Rashed, Dina A. Aly Labib
Summary: This study demonstrates the potential protective effects of Arabic gum against paracetamol-induced nephrotoxicity, reducing kidney damage and improving renal function markers in rats.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
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Chemistry, Applied
D. Renard, A. Davantes, A. D'orlando, K. Cahier, M. Molinari, M. Nigen, P. Chalier, C. Sanchez
Summary: The adsorption of Acacia gums onto latex particles is a complex mechanism influenced by the charges and hydration status of the gums, as well as the protein moiety and electrostatic interactions. The structural accessibility and viscoelastic properties of the gums also play a crucial role in the adsorption process.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Athenais Davantes, Michael Nigen, Christian Sanchez, Denis Renard
Summary: This study thoroughly investigated the adsorption of five different hyperbranched arabinogalactan-protein (AGP) fractions from Acacia senegal gum at the solid-liquid interface using various techniques. The results showed that the adsorption capacity was influenced by the protein moiety and high-molecular-weight AGP content, as well as other parameters such as protein structural accessibility and molecular weight distribution.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Gizachew Zeleke, Tatek Dejene, Wubalem Tadesse, Pablo Martin-Pinto
Summary: This study evaluated the population status and potential gum yield of Senegalia senegal trees growing in natural stands in South Omo Zone, Ethiopia. The results suggest that the gum arabic production potential is mainly related to tree diameter, and the species shows a good regeneration status in the studied dryland areas.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Hani H. Al-Baadani, Saud I. Al-Mufarrej, Mahmoud M. Azzam, Abdulrahman S. Alharthi, Maged A. Al-Garadi, Naif A. Al-Gabri, Abdulaziz A. Al-Abdullatif, Ahmed A. Al-Sagan, Mohammed M. Qaid, Ibrahim A. Alhidary
Summary: The study evaluated the effects of Gum Arabic on the performance, immune system, visceral organs, and histological changes in the ileum, liver, and kidneys of broiler chickens. The results showed that Gum Arabic improved growth performance and feed conversion ratio, had no effect on the relative weight of lymphoid and visceral organs, and showed potential to decrease serum uric acid, creatinine, and alanine aminotransferase levels. Histological changes in the intestine, liver, and kidneys also improved. These findings suggest that Gum Arabic may be used as a natural prebiotic to improve broiler chicken performance and intestinal, liver, and kidney health.
TROPICAL ANIMAL HEALTH AND PRODUCTION
(2022)
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Food Science & Technology
Hani H. Al-Baadani, Rashed A. Alhotan, Mahmoud M. Azzam, Gamaleldin M. Suliman, Abdulrahman S. Alharthi, Esam H. Fazea, Ibrahim A. Alhidary
Summary: This study showed that gum Arabic has positive effects on the growth performance and some quality indicators of broiler breast meat, especially at the level of 0.12%. However, it did not affect the carcass characteristics and physical indicators of breast meat.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Islam El-Garawani, Sobhy Hassab El-Nabi, Ahmed El Kattan, Azza Sallam, Sabha Elballat, Shaimaa Abou-Ghanima, Islam H. El Azab, Hesham R. El-Seedi, Shaden A. M. Khalifa, Sawsan El-Shamy
Summary: The study demonstrated that Arabic gum has a protective effect against oxidative stress and genotoxicity induced by a radiographic contrast medium. The active metabolites in Arabic gum were identified as key contributors to this protective role.
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Agronomy
Samuel Peprah, Enkhjargal Darambazar, Bill Biligetu, Alan D. Iwaasa, Kathy Larson, Daalkhaijav Damiran, Herbert A. Lardner
Summary: The study examined the potential of novel forage mixtures to address reduced herbage for late season grazing. Results showed that hybrid bromegrass-legume mixture had higher forage yield compared to Russian wildrye-legume mixture, with the highest legume contribution coming from MountainSF and ALF in July. Overall, the July harvest had greater yield, legume content, and nutritive value compared to the September harvest.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Marwa M. Abu-Serie, Asmaa F. Hamouda, Noha H. Habashy
Summary: The study showed that Acacia senegal (AS) gum aqueous extract (ASE) has potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, alleviating oxidative and necroinflammatory stress induced by CCl4. ASE improved toxicity in liver, lung, brain, and spleen by regulating the ROS/NF-kappa B signaling pathway and enhancing antioxidant capacity in these organs.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
R. A. El-Shafei, M. A. El-Adl, H. S. Ali, Y. Nomier
Summary: In this study, the antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant activities of Arabic gum Acacia and Folium mori were explored in Streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. The results showed that treatment with these two plants can improve glycemic levels, liver and kidney damage markers, and enhance antioxidant defense system activity.
EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
R. A. El-Shafei, M. A. El-Adl, H. S. Ali, Y. Nomier
Summary: The antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant activities of Arabic gum Acacia (AG) and Folium mori (FM) were investigated in Streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Oral administration of AG and FM improved glycemic control, decreased liver and kidney damage markers, increased antioxidant defense system, and decreased oxidative stress. These findings suggest that AG and FM could be promising oral anti-diabetic herbal agents.
EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rasha M. K. Mohamed
Summary: Acacia Senegal Gum hydrogel (HASG) with dimensions less than 50 μm were chemically modified with diethylenetriamine (D-amine) to remove negatively charged metal ions, such as chromate (Cr(III)), dichromate (Cr(VI)), and arsenate (As(V)) from aqueous media. The modified hydrogels (m-HASG) exhibited a positively charged surface and showed high adsorption efficiency towards the targeted analytes. The adsorption isotherms indicated that the modified Freundlich isotherm provided the best fit for the pollutants, with a maximum adsorption capacity of 217-271 mg g-1. In conclusion, m-HASG is a promising material for environmental applications in removing toxic metal ions.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Muataz E. Mohammed, Amr M. Abbas, Rehab M. Badi, Salah Omer Bashir, Osama M. Osman, Mohamed D. Morsy, Amal M. Saeed
Summary: This study found that adding Gum Arabic (GA) and insulin can improve glucose control, renal function, and levels of TGF-beta 1, endothelin-1, and angiotensin II in rats with diabetic nephropathy.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2022)