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Nutrition & Dietetics
Sion A. Parry, Fredrik Rosqvist, Thomas Cornfield, Amy Barrett, Leanne Hodson
Summary: The study demonstrates that the whole-body oxidation of dietary linoleate is higher than that of palmitate in humans after consumption of a single mixed-test meal. There were indications of sexual dimorphism for dietary palmitate but not for dietary linoleate.
CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2021)
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Psychiatry
Anh Thi Phuong Le, Yuko Higuchi, Tomiki Sumiyoshi, Hiroko Itoh, Daiki Sasabayashi, Tsutomu Takahashi, Michio Suzuki
Summary: Abnormalities in membrane phospholipids are considered to be one of the underlying causes of schizophrenia. This study examines the fatty acid composition of erythrocyte membranes in individuals at-risk of mental illness and those with a first-episode of schizophrenia, and links it to clinical characteristics. The results show that certain fatty acids were lower in both groups compared to healthy individuals, while nervonic acid levels were significantly higher. Oleic acid and nervonic acid levels were also associated with specific symptoms in both groups. These findings suggest that abnormal fatty acid compositions may be markers of vulnerability in the early stages of schizophrenia and in individuals at-risk of psychosis.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Leriana Garcia Reis, Thiago Henrique Silva, Gisele Mouro Ravagnani, Cristian Hernando Garcia Martinez, Marcia Saladini Vieira Salles, Andre Furugen Cesar Andrade, Nara Regina Brandao Consolo, Simone Maria Massami Kitamura Martins, Fernando de Oliveira Bussiman, Mauricio Xavier Silva Oliveira, Dante Pazzanese Duarte Lanna, Arlindo Saran Netto
Summary: It was found in the study that the supplementation of gilts with n-3 and n-6 enriched diets had significant effects on serum composition, fatty acid levels, and offspring weight compared to the control group. Offspring from gilts supplemented with n-3 had higher body weight, increased daily weight gain, and higher serum EPA levels. These results demonstrate the beneficial effects of PUFA-enriched cow's milk supplementation for the offspring of gilts.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Yujie Xu, Jingyuan Xiong, Wanke Gao, Xiaoyu Wang, Shufang Shan, Li Zhao, Guo Cheng
Summary: The association between dietary fat and fat quality and puberty timing is inconsistent. This study found that children with higher intakes of total fat and polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) were more likely to reach puberty at an earlier age, while intakes of saturated fatty acid (SFA) and monounsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) were not independently associated with puberty development.
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Energy & Fuels
S. Nogales-Delgado, A. Guiberteau, J. M. Encinar
Summary: The use of biodiesel as an alternative fuel has gained attention, with the quality being influenced by the properties of the raw materials used. Addition of antioxidants like TBHQ can prevent oxidation-related quality deterioration, ensuring stability during storage.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Poliana C. Martins, Januaria S. Santos, Pedro M. Rezende, Ana F. B. Royer, Lais M. Montel, Fabyola B. Carvalho, Maria A. Andrade, Itallo C. S. Araujo, Jose H. Stringhini
Summary: This study evaluated the immunity of chickens subjected to posthatch fasting and supplementation with conjugated linoleic acid (CLA). The results showed that fasting and CLA had an impact on the immune response of chickens, with CLA favoring cellular immunity and fasting reducing immunoglobulin levels.
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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Varinderpal S. Dhillon, Permal Deo, Ann Chua, Phil Thomas, Michael Fenech
Summary: The study investigated the relationship between red blood cell fatty acid status and lymphocyte telomere length (LTL) in 174 healthy older South Australians. Results showed that saturated and monounsaturated fatty acids were negatively associated with LTL, while polyunsaturated fatty acids, particularly arachidonic acid (C20:4n-6), were positively correlated with LTL. Further research is warranted into the significant association of fatty acids, especially C20:4n-6, with telomere length.
JOURNALS OF GERONTOLOGY SERIES A-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hiroshi Kawashima, Katsuhiko Yoshizawa
Summary: Mead acid is a polyunsaturated fatty acid that can be converted to specific lipid mediators and may have effects on inflammation, cancer, dermatitis, and cystic fibrosis. It plays a multifunctional role in various diseases.
LIPIDS IN HEALTH AND DISEASE
(2023)
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Energy & Fuels
Li-Gong Zou, Dan-Lin Zheng, Yi-Tong Yao, Fu-Fang Wen, Da-Wei Li, Yu-Feng Yang, Wei-Dong Yang, Srinivasan Balamurugan, Hang Fai Kwok, Hong-Ye Li
Summary: In this study, it was found that tannic acid, a cheap and natural polyphenol, could regulate the metabolic and physiological properties of the oleaginous microalga Phaeodactylum tricornutum to increase the production of biocompounds. Tannic acid enhanced algal biomass and lipids by regulating key metabolic pathways without affecting photosynthesis. It also facilitated the overproduction of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), such as EPA and DHA. Transcriptomic analysis revealed that tannic acid upregulated the expression of genes involved in lipogenesis. These findings provide insights into the potential applications of polyphenols as chemical modulators.
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Environmental Sciences
Nasim Ghasemzadeh, Alireza Iranbakhsh, Zahra Oraghi-Ardebili, Sara Saadatmand, Sodabeh Jahanbakhsh-Godehkahriz
Summary: Cold plasma application can mitigate the damage of heavy metals on plants, improve yield and stress resistance of wheat, and affect the fatty acid profile. The use of 120 seconds of cold plasma treatment can effectively alleviate cadmium stress.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Shuangfei Li, Boyu Wang, Liangxu Liu, Yingjie Song, Chuhan Lv, Xingyu Zhu, Yanqing Luo, Christopher H. K. Cheng, Huapu Chen, Xuewei Yang, Tao Li
Summary: The study demonstrates that adding Aurantiochytrium sp. to diets can significantly improve the growth performance and immune response of Trachinotus ovatus. With increased microalgae content, the growth rate and feed utilization efficiency of fish were enhanced, along with increased fatty acid content in blood and tissues, resulting in improved immunity and disease resistance in fish.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jesus A. C. Osorio, Joao L. P. Daniel, Jakeline F. Cabral, Kleves V. Almeida, Karoline L. Guimaraes, Micheli R. Sippert, Jean C. S. Lourenco, Francilaine E. De Marchi, Joao P. Velho, Geraldo T. Santos
Summary: The study evaluated the effects of annatto seeds, linseed oil, and their combination on dry matter intake, nutrient digestibility, antioxidant capacity, and milk composition in dairy cows. Annatto seeds decreased dry matter intake and milk yield, but increased milk fat, total solids, and short chain fatty acid content. Linseed oil improved the fatty acid profile of milk but reduced milk fat percentage.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rushendhiran Kesavan, Timo Froemel, Sven Zukunft, Bernhard Bruene, Andreas Weigert, Ilka Wittig, Ruediger Popp, Ingrid Fleming
Summary: Studies suggest that the absence of soluble epoxide hydrolase (sEH) accelerates primary tumor growth and increases tumor macrophage count and angiogenesis in animals. However, there is no impact of sEH inhibition on the formation of metastases in the lymph node or lung.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
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Fisheries
Gwangseok R. Yoon, Hamza Amjad, Alyssa M. Weinrauch, Andrew Laluk, Miyoung Suh, W. Gary Anderson
Summary: The study found that feeding Lake Sturgeon with Artemia nauplii enriched with EPA and DHA could have positive effects on growth and survival, which could be beneficial for improving post-release survival rates in conservation aquaculture.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Estefania Aparicio, Carla Martin-Grau, Cristina Bedmar, Nuria Serrat Orus, Josep Basora, Victoria Arija
Summary: This study found that factors such as high education levels, older age, consumption of fish and seafood, and non-smoking are significantly associated with serum fatty acid concentrations in pregnant women, leading to a better omega-3 fatty acid profile. Further research is needed to explore the health consequences of these findings.