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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Azalia Avila-Nava, Sayuri L. Alarcon-Telesforo, Jose Moises Talamantes-Gomez, Luis Corona, Ana Ligia Gutierrez-Solis, Roberto Lugo, Claudia C. Marquez-Mota
Summary: Chaya and amaranth are Mexican traditional foods with high nutritional value. This study evaluated the effect of using chaya and amaranth flours to make cookies. The results showed that the cookies had high protein content, adequate fiber, balanced unsaturated-saturated fatty acids, and abundant antioxidant activity and polyphenols.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Eduardo Padilla-Camberos, Omar Ricardo Torres-Gonzalez, Ivan Moises Sanchez-Hernandez, Nestor Emmanuel Diaz-Martinez, Oscar Rene Hernandez-Perez, Jose Miguel Flores-Fernandez
Summary: The study revealed the anti-inflammatory activity of C. aconitifolius, which can effectively alleviate inflammation response. The presence of flavonoids in the plant may be responsible for its anti-inflammatory properties.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Pajaree Totakul, Maharach Matra, Sukruthai Sommai, Metha Wanapat
Summary: The study showed that adding CHYP at different levels can affect rumen gas production kinetics while increasing dry matter degradability. Higher concentration of protein had a positive effect on NH3-N concentration, while CHYP supplementation reduced protozoal counts in the rumen.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Pajaree Totakul, Bounnaxay Viennasay, Sukruthai Sommai, Maharach Matra, Federico Infascelli, Metha Wanapat
Summary: This experiment demonstrated that supplementation with Chaya leaf pellet (CHYP) can significantly improve rumen fermentation, nutrient digestibility, and microbial protein synthesis in growing crossbred bulls.
ITALIAN JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2021)
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Veterinary Sciences
Onyinyechukwu Ada Agina, Mohd Rosly Shaari, Nur Mahiza Md Isa, Mokrish Ajat, Mohd Zamri-Saad, Mazlina Mazlan, Azim Salahuddin Muhamad, Afrah Alhana Kassim, Lee Chai Ha, Fairuz Hazwani Rusli, Darulmuqaamah Masaud, Hazilawati Hamzah
Summary: The study identified multiple blood pathogens in Malaysian cattle, with Theileria species being the most common. Abnormalities in hematological and biochemical parameters were observed in infected cattle groups, indicating potential health implications of the infections.
BMC VETERINARY RESEARCH
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Joanna Fiedor, Mateusz Przetocki, Aleksander Siniarski, Grzegorz Gajos, Nika Spiridis, Kinga Freindl, Kvetoslava Burda
Summary: The study demonstrates that incubating red blood cells with beta-Carotene can lead to membrane expansion, slight cell elongation, and changes in hemoglobin-oxygen affinity, potentially optimizing oxygen transportation to tissues. Higher concentrations of beta-Carotene may further alter the shape and size of red blood cells, while also increasing resistance to hemolysis due to reduced ion permeability. This interaction with red blood cell membranes could potentially impact heart performance and cardiovascular load optimization.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Yoshitaka Isaka
Summary: Multiple factors contribute to malnutrition in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients, with protein restriction as a common treatment but potentially worsening sarcopenia. It is important to carefully manage protein intake in CKD patients with sarcopenia, especially in those at high risk for end-stage kidney disease. The combination of exercise therapy and increased protein intake may be effective in improving muscle mass and strength in these patients.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Salma M. Eraky, Nehal M. Ramadan, Nada F. Abo El-Magd
Summary: Alzheimer's disease (AD) is linked to brain insulin resistance, and this study explored the roles of TXNIP, P-IRS-1, and PI3K in AD pathogenesis. The study found that bromelain showed similar effects to donepezil in improving cognitive functions, anxiety, and depression levels in an AD rat model. Bromelain and donepezil both ameliorated neuronal degeneration and amyloid plaque deposition. Acetylcholine esterase levels were decreased by bromelain and donepezil treatment. The study also revealed the modulatory effect of bromelain on the TXNIP/P-IRS-1/PI3K axis in AD.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Matilda E. Arvidsson Kvissberg, Guanlan Hu, Lijun Chi, Celine Bourdon, Cino Ling, YueYing ChenMi, Kyla Germain, Ivo P. van Peppel, Linnea Weise, Ling Zhang, Valeria Di Giovanni, Nathan Swain, Johan W. Jonker, Peter Kim, Robert Bandsma
Summary: Severe malnutrition-induced hepatic dysfunction can be partially prevented through inhibition of mTORC1, suggesting that autophagy stimulation could be a novel approach to improve metabolic function in severely malnourished children.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Jingwen Wang, Zhijia Fang, Yongbin Li, Lijun Sun, Ying Liu, Qi Deng, Saiyi Zhong
Summary: Oyster protein hydrolysates (OPs) improved cadmium-induced hepatic injury by inhibiting oxidative damage and inflammatory responses, as well as regulating related signaling pathways.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hiwot Tezera Endale, Tiget Ayelgn Mengstie, Dilargachew Dessie Dawit, Rezika Mohammed, Gashaw Dessie, Kibur Hunie Tesfa
Summary: This study assessed liver function tests and associated risk factors among VL patients at Leishmaniasis Research and Treatment Center of University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital in North West Ethiopia. The results showed significantly higher levels of AST, ALT, and total bilirubin among VL patients compared to controls, along with lower levels of albumin and total protein in VL patients.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Tomoko Tadokoro, Asahiro Morishita, Takashi Himoto, Tsutomu Masaki
Summary: Malnutrition is common in alcohol use disorders and is associated with the prognosis of patients with alcoholic liver disease (ALD). Deficiencies in vitamins and trace elements are frequently seen in these patients, increasing the risk of anemia and cognitive changes. The causes of malnutrition in ALD patients are complex and include inadequate dietary intake, abnormal absorption and digestion, increased protein catabolism, and abnormal interactions between ethanol and lipid metabolism. This review aims to summarize important nutritional therapies for the treatment of ALD.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Paraskevi Detopoulou, Zena Hardan Al-Khelefawi, Garifallia Kalonarchi, Vasilios Papamikos
Summary: The aim of this study was to modify the hospital menu to increase energy and protein provision in COVID-19 patients. The results showed that simple menu changes and addition of comfort foods can substantially boost the nutrient content of a hospital diet, which could have an impact on patients' nutritional status.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
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Urology & Nephrology
Xiaoling Ye, Jeroen P. Kooman, Frank M. van der Sande, Jochen G. Raimann, Len A. Usvyat, Yuedong Wang, Franklin W. Maddux, Peter Kotanko
Summary: The study found that both low and high phosphate levels were associated with higher risk of mortality across all age strata. Additionally, U-shaped relationships between phosphate levels and outcome persisted even for patients with low or high levels of nutritional and inflammatory markers.
CLINICAL KIDNEY JOURNAL
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Lamiaa Wasef, Atef M. K. Nassar, Yasser S. El-Sayed, Dalia Samak, Ahmed Noreldin, Norhan Elshony, Hamida Saleh, Yaser H. A. Elewa, Shaimaa M. A. Hassan, Abdullah A. Saati, Helal F. Hetta, Gaber El-Saber Batiha, Masakazu Umezawa, Hazem M. Shaheen
Summary: Fipronil exposure can increase lipid levels, oxidative stress, and gene expression related to fatty acid metabolism. Cerium oxide nanoparticles show protective effects against Fipronil-induced hepatotoxicity, mitigating liver damage caused by FIP exposure.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
