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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Guillermo Pascual, Diego Silva, Marisol Vargas, Mario Aranda, Juan Antonio Canumir, Maria Dolores Lopez
Summary: Ingredients rich in phenolic compounds and antioxidants of winemaking wastes are being explored for their role in disease prevention and virus control. The grape pomace powder (GPP) was evaluated as a dietary supplement to enhance the immune system of honeybees affected by the deformed wing virus (DWV). The study found that GPP treatments strengthened the immune response of honeybees against DWV and upregulated the expression of the Relish gene.
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Environmental Sciences
Huihui Qin, Zhongying Long, Jianrong Ma, Lumin Kong, Hao Lin, Sishun Zhou, Yi Lin, Zhangfan Huang, Longhui Liu, Zhongbao Li
Summary: This study found that adding laminarin at levels of 0.4-1.6% improved the growth, intestinal health, and gut microbial composition of juvenile spotted seabass. It also increased the activity of digestive enzymes and the antioxidant capacity of the fish.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jihye Kim, Jaewon Khil, Hanseul Kim, NaNa Keum, Xuehong Zhang, Edward Giovannucci
Summary: This study investigated the potential relationship between plant-based dietary patterns and digestive system cancers. The results showed that a healthy plant-based diet was associated with a reduced risk of developing these types of cancers. Emphasizing the healthiness and quality of plant-based diets may be crucial for cancer prevention in the digestive system.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
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Food Science & Technology
Marta Castrica, Laura Menchetti, Stella Agradi, Giulio Curone, Daniele Vigo, Grazia Pastorelli, Alessia Di Giancamillo, Silvia Clotilde Modina, Federica Riva, Valentina Serra, Dino Miraglia, Egon Andoni, Gabriele Brecchia, Claudia Maria Balzaretti
Summary: Bovine colostrum supplementation in animal nutrition was found to have no impact on microbiological characteristics of rabbit loins, but it led to lower TBARS values and higher TVBN values, as well as changes in the fatty acid profile. Further research is needed to investigate other potential effects of bovine colostrum on meat quality in animal nutrition.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Alessandra Durazzo, Barbara C. Sorkin, Massimo Lucarini, Pavel A. Gusev, Adam J. Kuszak, Cindy Crawford, Courtney Boyd, Patricia A. Deuster, Leila G. Saldanha, Bill J. Gurley, Pamela R. Pehrsson, James M. Harnly, Aida Turrini, Karen W. Andrews, Andrea T. Lindsey, Michael Heinrich, Johanna T. Dwyer
Summary: This article discusses the utility of applying rigorous analytical techniques and adopting metrological principles in studying dietary supplement products and ingredients. It provides an assessment of current and emerging dietary supplement characterization methods, highlighting the importance of quality assessment, statistical methods, and data management. It also describes a new frontier for metrology in dietary supplement science and the need for collaboration between different scientists.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Christina San San Tan, Shaun Wen Huey Lee
Summary: This study provides an updated overview on the safety of concurrently using food, herbal or dietary supplements with warfarin, highlighting the potential interactions and risks. Healthcare professionals should be aware of the increased bleeding risk when multiple food and herbs are taken together, advising patients to seek advice before starting any new herbs, food or supplements.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Cong Zhang, Jiaxin Zhang, Genyong Huang, Minjie Xu, Yongxu Cheng, Xiaozhen Yang
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of dietary L-tryptophan supplementation on Eriocheir sinensis in terms of growth performance, feeding and digestion, 5-HT levels, and related receptor expression levels. Results showed that L-trp supplementation benefited molting cycle, improved food intake and digestive enzyme activities by mediating 5-HT and its receptors.
AQUACULTURE NUTRITION
(2021)
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Chemistry, Applied
Grecia Pavlovich-Cristopulos, Benedetto Schiavo, Francisco M. Romero, Ernesto Hernandez-Mendiola, Aracely Angulo-Molina, Diana Meza-Figueroa
Summary: This research characterized eleven commercial products advertised as clinoptilolite for human consumption, revealing the presence of toxic metals and essential elements. Some of the samples did not contain clinoptilolite but other minerals. Additionally, ingestion of these products may pose non-carcinogenic and cancer risks to consumers.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2023)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Paola Cremonesi, Giulio Curone, Filippo Biscarini, Elisa Cotozzolo, Laura Menchetti, Federica Riva, Maria Laura Marongiu, Bianca Castiglioni, Olimpia Barbato, Albana Munga, Marta Castrica, Daniele Vigo, Majlind Sulce, Alda Quattrone, Stella Agradi, Gabriele Brecchia
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of Goji berry supplementation on the microbiota of a rabbit's digestive tract. The results showed that Goji berries could modulate the microbiota composition, increasing the growth of beneficial bacteria and stimulating lactic acid fermentation in the caecum.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Cindy Crawford, Bharathi Avula, Andrea T. Lindsey, Abraham Walter, Kumar Katragunta, Ikhlas A. Khan, Patricia A. Deuster
Summary: The sales of cold, flu, and immunity dietary supplement products have surged during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study examined 30 selected products marketed as immune system support and found that most of them had inaccurate labels and misleading claims.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Mariangela Rondanelli, Milena Anna Faliva, Gaetan Claude Barrile, Alessandro Cavioni, Francesca Mansueto, Giuseppe Mazzola, Letizia Oberto, Zaira Patelli, Martina Pirola, Alice Tartara, Antonella Riva, Giovanna Petrangolini, Gabriella Peroni
Summary: This review evaluates the ideal dietary approach to reduce bone mineral density loss and suggests a food pyramid for osteopenia/osteoporosis patients. The pyramid emphasizes daily consumption of carbohydrates, fruits, vegetables, light yogurt, skim milk, extra virgin olive oil, and calcium water. Weekly portions include fish, white meat, legumes, eggs, cheeses, and red/processed meats. The pyramid also highlights the need for personalized supplementation and identifies certain foods to be avoided. Additionally, regular aerobic and resistance exercises are recommended.
Article
Fisheries
Ying Yan, Yan Lin, Lin Zhang, Guodong Gao, Shiyou Chen, Changhong Chi, Songqin Hu, Yuhang Sang, Xiaoyu Chu, Qunlan Zhou, Bo Liu, Yongfeng Zhao, Linghong Miao, Xianping Ge
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different levels of fermented antarctic krill shell (FAKS) on the growth performance, hemolymph biochemistry, hepatopancreatic antioxidant capacity, and digestive enzyme activities of Macrobrachium nipponense. The results showed that the inclusion of FAKS in the feed significantly improved the growth performance, digestive enzyme, and antioxidant enzyme activity of M. nipponense. The optimal weight gain rate and specific growth rate can be achieved at the proportion of dietary FAKS of 1.140% and 1.149% respectively, based on the quadratic regression curve fitting.
AQUACULTURE REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Emily Schupfer, Soo Liang Ooi, Thomas C. Jeffries, Shaoyu Wang, Peter S. Micalos, Sok Cheon Pak
Summary: This study examined the impact of a modified rice bran arabinoxylan compound (RBAC) as a dietary supplement on the gut microbiota of healthy adults. Ten participants took 1 g of RBAC for six weeks, followed by 3 g of RBAC for another six weeks, with a three-week washout period. The results showed that changes in alpha and beta diversity were not affected by the RBAC dosage or duration, but were significantly influenced by individual factors and explanatory factors such as diet and lifestyle. Some participants exhibited significant taxonomic changes during the intervention period, indicating a personalized response to RBAC supplementation.
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Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Jihye Kim, Yin Zhang, Hanseul Kim, Yiwen Zhang, Xuehong Zhang, Edward Giovannucci
Summary: This study examined the association between various dietary patterns and the incidence and death rate of digestive system cancer (DSC). The results showed that adherence to healthy diets was associated with a lower risk of developing and dying from DSC, particularly digestive tract cancers.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2023)
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Medicine, Research & Experimental
Hammad Ullah, Alessandro Di Minno, Roberto Piccinocchi, Daniele Giuseppe Buccato, Lorenza Francesca De Lellis, Alessandra Baldi, Hesham R. El-Seedi, Shaden A. M. Khalifa, Gaetano Piccinocchi, Xiang Xiao, Roberto Sacchi, Maria Daglia
Summary: This study assessed the effectiveness and tolerability of supplementing a normal diet with a multi-enzyme blend obtained from fungal fermentation in functional dyspepsia. The results showed improvement in quality of life, sleep quality, and a decrease in pain severity after supplementation with digestive enzymes. Overall, treatment with digestive enzymes was found to be effective and well-tolerated in reducing functional dyspepsia symptoms.
BIOMEDICINE & PHARMACOTHERAPY
(2023)
