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Witkowska A, Gryn-Rynko A, Syrkiewicz P, Kitala-Tańska K, Majewski MS. Characterizations of White Mulberry, Sea-Buckthorn, Garlic, Lily of the Valley, Motherwort, and Hawthorn as Potential Candidates for Managing Cardiovascular Disease-In Vitro and Ex Vivo Animal Studies. Nutrients 2024; 16:1313. [PMID: 38732560 PMCID: PMC11085323 DOI: 10.3390/nu16091313] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2024] [Revised: 04/24/2024] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024] Open
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Cardiovascular diseases are a broadly understood concept focusing on vascular and heart dysfunction. Lack of physical exercise, type 2 diabetes, obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia, thromboembolism, and kidney and lung diseases all contribute to the development of heart and blood vessel dysfunction. Although effective and important, traditional treatment with diuretics, statins, beta blockers, calcium inhibitors, ACE inhibitors, and anti-platelet drugs remains a second-line treatment after dietary interventions and lifestyle changes. Scientists worldwide are still looking for an herbal product that would be effective and free from side effects, either taken together with or before the standard pharmacological intervention. Such herbal-originated medication therapy may include Morus alba L. (white mulberry), Elaeagnus rhamnoides (L.) A. Nelson (sea-buckthorn), Allium sativum L. (garlic), Convallaria majalis L. (lily of the valley), Leonurus cardiaca L. (motherwort), and Crataegus spp. (hawthorn). Valuable herbal raw materials include leaves, fruits, seeds, and even thorns. This short review focuses on six herbs that can constitute an interesting and potential therapeutic option in the management of cardiovascular disorders.
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Warmia and Mazury, 10-082 Olsztyn, Poland; (A.W.); (A.G.-R.); (P.S.); (K.K.-T.)
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Di Pietro P, Salviati E, Damato A, Prete V, Abate AC, Campiglia P, Vecchione C, Sommella E, Carrizzo A. α acid fraction from Hop extract exerts an endothelium-derived hyperpolarization vasorelaxant effect through TRPV4 employing the feedforward mechanism of PKCα. Food Funct 2024; 15:4180-4192. [PMID: 38506030 DOI: 10.1039/d4fo00058g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/21/2024]
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Until now, the beneficial vascular properties of Hop reported in the literature have been mainly attributed to specific compound classes, such as tannins and phenolic acids. However, the potential vascular action of a Hop subfraction containing a high amount of α or β acids remains completely understood. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the vascular effects of the entire Hop extract and to fraction the Hop extract to identify the main bioactive vascular compounds. A pressure myograph was used to perform vascular reactivity studies on mouse resistance arteries. Phytocomplex fractionation was performed on a semi-prep HPLC system and characterized by UHPLC-PDA-MS/MS coupled to mass spectrometry. Western blot analysis was performed to characterize the phosphorylation site enrolled. The entire Hop extract exerts a direct dose-dependent endothelial vascular action. The B1 subfraction, containing a high concentration of α acids, recapitulates the vascular effect of the crude extract. Its vasorelaxant action is mediated by the opening of Transient Receptor Potential Vanilloid type 4 (TRPV4), potentiated by PKCα, and subsequent involvement of endothelial small-conductance calcium-activated potassium channels (SKCa) and intermediate-conductance calcium-activated potassium channels (IKCa) that drives endothelium-dependent hyperpolarization (EDH) through heterocellular myoendothelial gap junctions (MEGJs). This is the first comprehensive investigation of the vascular function of Hop-derived α acids in resistance arteries. Overall, our data suggest that the B1 subfraction from Hop extracts, containing only α acids, has great potential to be translated into the useful armamentarium of natural bioactive compounds with cardiovascular benefits.
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- Paola Di Pietro
- Department of Medicine Surgery and Dentistry "Scuola Medica Salernitana", Baronissi, SA, 84081, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, SA, 84084, Italy
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- IRCCS Neuromed, Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo, Pozzilli, IS, 86077, Italy
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- Department of Medicine Surgery and Dentistry "Scuola Medica Salernitana", Baronissi, SA, 84081, Italy.
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- Department of Medicine Surgery and Dentistry "Scuola Medica Salernitana", Baronissi, SA, 84081, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, SA, 84084, Italy
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- Department of Medicine Surgery and Dentistry "Scuola Medica Salernitana", Baronissi, SA, 84081, Italy.
- IRCCS Neuromed, Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo, Pozzilli, IS, 86077, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, SA, 84084, Italy
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- Department of Medicine Surgery and Dentistry "Scuola Medica Salernitana", Baronissi, SA, 84081, Italy.
- IRCCS Neuromed, Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo, Pozzilli, IS, 86077, Italy
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Caminiti R, Carresi C, Mollace R, Macrì R, Scarano F, Oppedisano F, Maiuolo J, Serra M, Ruga S, Nucera S, Tavernese A, Gliozzi M, Musolino V, Palma E, Muscoli C, Rubattu S, Volterrani M, Federici M, Volpe M, Mollace V. The potential effect of natural antioxidants on endothelial dysfunction associated with arterial hypertension. Front Cardiovasc Med 2024; 11:1345218. [PMID: 38370153 PMCID: PMC10869541 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2024.1345218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024] Open
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Arterial hypertension represents a leading cause of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality worldwide, and the identification of effective solutions for treating the early stages of elevated blood pressure (BP) is still a relevant issue for cardiovascular risk prevention. The pathophysiological basis for the occurrence of elevated BP and the onset of arterial hypertension have been widely studied in recent years. In addition, consistent progress in the development of novel, powerful, antihypertensive drugs and their appropriate applications in controlling BP have increased our potential for successfully managing disease states characterized by abnormal blood pressure. However, the mechanisms responsible for the disruption of endogenous mechanisms contributing to the maintenance of BP within a normal range are yet to be fully clarified. Recently, evidence has shown that several natural antioxidants containing active ingredients originating from natural plant extracts, used alone or in combination, may represent a valid solution for counteracting the development of arterial hypertension. In particular, there is evidence to show that natural antioxidants may enhance the viability of endothelial cells undergoing oxidative damage, an effect that could play a crucial role in the pathophysiological events accompanying the early stages of arterial hypertension. The present review aims to reassess the role of oxidative stress on endothelial dysfunction in the onset and progression of arterial hypertension and that of natural antioxidants in covering several unmet needs in the treatment of such diseases.
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- Rosamaria Caminiti
- Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Veterinary Pharmacology Laboratory, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
- Department of Systems Medicine, University “Tor Vergata” of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biology, Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biology, Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Veterinary Pharmacology Laboratory, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
- IRCCS San Raffaele Roma, Rome, Italy
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- IRCCS Neuromed, Pozzilli, Italy
- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, School of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Systems Medicine, University “Tor Vergata” of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Institute of Research for Food Safety and Health (IRC-FSH), University “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
- Renato Dulbecco Institute, Catanzaro, Italy
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Hur JY, Lee S, Shin WR, Kim YH, Ahn JY. The emerging role of medical foods and therapeutic potential of medical food-derived exosomes. NANOSCALE ADVANCES 2023; 6:32-50. [PMID: 38125597 PMCID: PMC10729880 DOI: 10.1039/d3na00649b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
Abstract
Medical food is consumed for the purpose of improving specific nutritional requirements or disease conditions, such as inflammation, diabetes, and cancer. It involves partial or exclusive feeding for fulfilling unique nutritional requirements of patients and is different from medicine, consisting of basic nutrients, such as polyphenols, vitamins, sugars, proteins, lipids, and other functional ingredients to nourish the patients. Recently, studies on extracellular vesicles (exosomes) with therapeutic and drug carrier potential have been actively conducted. In addition, there have been attempts to utilize exosomes as medical food components. Consequently, the application of exosomes is expanding in different fields with increasing research being conducted on their stability and safety. Herein, we introduced the current trends of medical food and the potential utilization of exosomes in them. Moreover, we proposed Medi-Exo, a exosome-based medical food. Furthermore, we comprehensively elucidate various disease aspects between medical food-derived exosomes (Medi-Exo) and therapeutic natural bionanocomposites. This review highlights the therapeutic challenges regarding Medi-Exo and its potential health benefits.
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- Jin-Young Hur
- Department of Microbiology, Chungbuk National University 1 Chungdae-Ro, Seowon-Gu Cheongju 28644 South Korea +82-43-264-9600 +82-43-261-2301 +82-43-261-3575
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Pennsylvania 210 S 33rd St. Philadelphia PA 19104 USA
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- Department of Microbiology, Chungbuk National University 1 Chungdae-Ro, Seowon-Gu Cheongju 28644 South Korea +82-43-264-9600 +82-43-261-2301 +82-43-261-3575
- Department of Bioengineering, University of Pennsylvania 210 S 33rd St. Philadelphia PA 19104 USA
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- Department of Microbiology, Chungbuk National University 1 Chungdae-Ro, Seowon-Gu Cheongju 28644 South Korea +82-43-264-9600 +82-43-261-2301 +82-43-261-3575
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- Department of Microbiology, Chungbuk National University 1 Chungdae-Ro, Seowon-Gu Cheongju 28644 South Korea +82-43-264-9600 +82-43-261-2301 +82-43-261-3575
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Batiha GES, Al-Snafi AE, Thuwaini MM, Teibo JO, Shaheen HM, Akomolafe AP, Teibo TKA, Al-Kuraishy HM, Al-Garbeeb AI, Alexiou A, Papadakis M. Morus alba: a comprehensive phytochemical and pharmacological review. NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERG'S ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY 2023:10.1007/s00210-023-02434-4. [PMID: 36877269 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-023-02434-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Accepted: 02/16/2023] [Indexed: 03/07/2023]
Abstract
Morus alba is a fast-growing shrub or medium-sized tree with a straight, cylindrical trunk. Medicinally, whole plants, leaves, fruits, branches, and roots have been employed. Google Scholar, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science were used to search for relevant material on the phytochemical components and pharmacologic and mechanism of action of the Morus alba. This was reviewed to assess important updates about Morus alba. The fruits of Morus alba have traditionally been used as an analgesic, anthelmintic, antibacterial, anti-rheumatic, diuretic, hypotensive, hypoglycemia, purgative, restorative, sedative tonic, and blood stimulant. Various plant parts were used as a cooling, sedating, diuretic, tonic, and astringent agent to treat nerve disorders. The plant contained tannins, steroids, phytosterols, sitosterol, glycosides, alkaloids, carbohydrates, proteins, and amino acids, as well as saponins, triterpenes, phenolics, flavonoids, benzofuran derivatives, anthocyanins, anthraquinones, glycosides, vitamins, and minerals. Previous pharmacological research identified antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, immunological, analgesic, antipyretic, antioxidant, anti-cancer, antidiabetic, gastrointestinal, respiratory, cardiovascular, hypolipidemic, anti-obesity, dermatological, neurological, muscular, and protecting effects. This study looked at Morus alba's traditional uses, chemical components, and pharmacological effects.
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- Gaber El-Saber Batiha
- Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Damanhour University, Damanhour, 22511, El Beheira, Egypt.
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- Department of Pharmacology, College of Medicine, University of Thi-Qar, Nasiriyah, Iraq
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- College of Medical and Healthy Techniques, Southern Technique University, Basra, Iraq
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- Department of Biochemistry and Immunology, Ribeirão, Preto Medical School , University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Damanhour University, Damanhour, 22511, El Beheira, Egypt
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- Department of Maternal-Infant and Public Health Nursing, College of Nursing, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão PretoRibeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacologyand, Therapeutic Medicine, College of Medicine , Almustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacologyand, Therapeutic Medicine, College of Medicine , Almustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq
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- Department of Science and Engineering, Novel Global Community Educational Foundation, Hebersham, NSW, 2770, Australia.,AFNP Med, 1030, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Surgery II, University Hospital Witten-Herdecke, University of Witten-Herdecke, Heusnerstrasse 40, 42283, Wuppertal, Germany.
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Chen G, Zhang L, Van Schepdael A, Wang X. Recent Advances in Activation of Endothelial Nitric Oxide Synthase by Natural Products: An Effects and Mechanisms Review. FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL 2023. [DOI: 10.1080/87559129.2023.2166061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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- Guangxuan Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences, Pharmaceutical Analysis, KU Leuven - University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, China
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Di Pietro P, Carrizzo A, Sommella E, Oliveti M, Iacoviello L, Di Castelnuovo A, Acernese F, Damato A, De Lucia M, Merciai F, Iesu P, Venturini E, Izzo R, Trimarco V, Ciccarelli M, Giugliano G, Carnevale R, Cammisotto V, Migliarino S, Virtuoso N, Strianese A, Izzo V, Campiglia P, Ciaglia E, Levkau B, Puca AA, Vecchione C. Targeting the ASMase/S1P pathway protects from sortilin-evoked vascular damage in hypertension. J Clin Invest 2022; 132:146343. [PMID: 35104805 PMCID: PMC8803332 DOI: 10.1172/jci146343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2020] [Accepted: 11/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Sortilin has been positively correlated with vascular disorders in humans. No study has yet evaluated the possible direct effect of sortilin on vascular function. We used pharmacological and genetic approaches coupled with study of murine and human samples to unravel the mechanisms recruited by sortilin in the vascular system. Sortilin induced endothelial dysfunction of mesenteric arteries through NADPH oxidase 2 (NOX2) isoform activation, dysfunction that was prevented by knockdown of acid sphingomyelinase (ASMase) or sphingosine kinase 1. In vivo, recombinant sortilin administration induced arterial hypertension in WT mice. In contrast, genetic deletion of sphingosine-1-phosphate receptor 3 (S1P3) and gp91phox/NOX2 resulted in preservation of endothelial function and blood pressure homeostasis after 14 days of systemic sortilin administration. Translating these research findings into the clinical setting, we detected elevated sortilin levels in hypertensive patients with endothelial dysfunction. Furthermore, in a population-based cohort of 270 subjects, we showed increased plasma ASMase activity and increased plasma levels of sortilin, S1P, and soluble NOX2-derived peptide (sNOX2-dp) in hypertensive subjects, and the increase was more pronounced in hypertensive subjects with uncontrolled blood pressure. Our studies reveal what we believe is a previously unrecognized role of sortilin in the impairment of vascular function and in blood pressure homeostasis and suggest the potential of sortilin and its mediators as biomarkers for the prediction of vascular dysfunction and high blood pressure.
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- Paola Di Pietro
- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana" University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana" University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy.,Department of Vascular Physiopathology, IRCCS Neuromed, Pozzilli, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana" University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Research Center in Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine (EPIMED), University of Insubria, Varese, Italy.,Department of Epidemiology and Prevention, IRCCS Neuromed, Pozzilli, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Physiopathology, IRCCS Neuromed, Pozzilli, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy.,PhD Program in Drug Discovery and Development, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana" University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana" University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Mediterranea Cardiocentro, Naples, Italy.,Department of Medical-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Sapienza University of Rome, Latina, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery and Surgical Speciality Paride Stefanini, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Molecular and Cellular Cardiology, Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, Magna Graecia University, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana" University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana" University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana" University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy.,European Biomedical Research Institute of Salerno (EBRIS), Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana" University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Institute for Molecular Medicine III, Heinrich-Heine-University, Medical Faculty, Cardiovascular Research Institute Düsseldorf (CARID), Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana" University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy.,Ageing Unit, IRCCS MultiMedica, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana" University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy.,Department of Vascular Physiopathology, IRCCS Neuromed, Pozzilli, Italy
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Tsurudome N, Minami Y, Kajiya K. Fisetin, a major component derived from mulberry (Morus australis Poir.) leaves, prevents vascular abnormal contraction. Biofactors 2022; 48:56-66. [PMID: 34687255 PMCID: PMC9298084 DOI: 10.1002/biof.1798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2021] [Accepted: 10/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Abstract
Mulberry (Morus australis Poir.) leaves have long been consumed in the form of tea or tincture especially in Asia, owing to their high antioxidant and blood pressure-regulating properties. Although it is thought that vascular abnormal contraction may be involved in the blood pressure-suppressing effect, the effect of mulberry on vascular abnormal contraction is still unknown. Therefore, we investigated mulberry leaves as a potential source of bioactive compounds that prevent vascular abnormal contraction. Mulberry leaves were divided into fresh leaves and tea leaves and further classified according to the age of the tree: more or less than 20 years old, into roasted and unroasted. Mulberry fruits were also evaluated. We assessed the preventive effect of mulberry extracts on vascular abnormal contraction. Extracts from mulberry leaves of trees more than 20 years old showed a strong preventive effect on vascular abnormal contraction of human coronary artery smooth muscle cells. Therefore, to identify the active components in mulberry leaves, we fractionated the active fractions by gel filtration chromatography and reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography. The active fraction was further analyzed by mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance; an active component of the mulberry leaf extract was fisetin. In addition, our results indicated that the hydroxyl group at the C-3 position of fisetin is crucial for its activity. These results prove that fisetin is effective in preventing vascular abnormal contraction. Overall, mulberry leaves and fisetin are expected to be used in a wide range of fields such as functional foods, nutraceuticals, and drug targets.
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- Natsuko Tsurudome
- The United Graduate School of Agricultural SciencesKagoshima UniversityKagoshimaJapan
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- The United Graduate School of Agricultural SciencesKagoshima UniversityKagoshimaJapan
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- The United Graduate School of Agricultural SciencesKagoshima UniversityKagoshimaJapan
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Carrizzo A, Lizio R, Di Pietro P, Ciccarelli M, Damato A, Venturini E, Iannece P, Sommella E, Campiglia P, Ockermann P, Vecchione C. Healthberry 865 ® and Its Related, Specific, Single Anthocyanins Exert a Direct Vascular Action, Modulating Both Endothelial Function and Oxidative Stress. Antioxidants (Basel) 2021; 10:antiox10081191. [PMID: 34439440 PMCID: PMC8388872 DOI: 10.3390/antiox10081191] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2021] [Revised: 07/20/2021] [Accepted: 07/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
Abstract
In recent years, epidemiological studies have identified a relationship between diet and cerebro-cardiovascular disease (CVD). In this regard, there is a promising dietary group for cardiovascular protection are polyphenols, especially anthocyanins. Vascular reactivity studies were performed using Healthberry 865® and constituent single anthocyanins to characterize vasomotor responses; immunofluorescence analysis with dichlorofluorescein diacetate and dihydroethidium were used to evaluate nitric oxide and oxidative stress; lucigenin assay was used to measure NADPH oxidase activity; and gel electrophoresis and immunoblotting were used to dissect the molecular mechanisms involved. We demonstrated that Healthberry 865® exerts an important vasorelaxant effect of resistance artery functions in mice. Its action is mediated by nitric oxide release through the intracellular signaling PI3K/Akt. Moreover, behind its capability of modulating vascular tone, it also exerts an important antioxidant effect though the modulation of the NADPH oxidase enzyme. Interestingly, its cardiovascular properties are mediated by the selective action of different anthocyanins. Finally, the exposure of human dysfunctional vessels to Healthberry 865® significantly reduces oxidative stress and improves NO bioavailability. Although further investigations are needed, our data demonstrate the direct role of Healthberry 865® on the modulation of vasculature, both on the vasorelaxation and on oxidative stress; thus, supporting the concept that a pure mixture of anthocyanins could be helpful in preventing the onset of vascular dysfunction associated with the development of CVD.
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- Albino Carrizzo
- Cardiovascular Research Unit, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (A.C.); (P.D.P.); (M.C.); (P.I.)
- Laboratory of Vascular Physiopathology—I.R.C.C.S. Neuromed, 86077 Pozzilli, Italy; (A.D.); (E.V.)
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- Evonik Operations GmbH, Rodenbacher Chaussee 4, 63457 Hanau, Germany;
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- Cardiovascular Research Unit, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (A.C.); (P.D.P.); (M.C.); (P.I.)
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- Cardiovascular Research Unit, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (A.C.); (P.D.P.); (M.C.); (P.I.)
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- Laboratory of Vascular Physiopathology—I.R.C.C.S. Neuromed, 86077 Pozzilli, Italy; (A.D.); (E.V.)
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- Laboratory of Vascular Physiopathology—I.R.C.C.S. Neuromed, 86077 Pozzilli, Italy; (A.D.); (E.V.)
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- Cardiovascular Research Unit, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (A.C.); (P.D.P.); (M.C.); (P.I.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, 84084 Fisciano, Italy; (E.S.); (P.C.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, 84084 Fisciano, Italy; (E.S.); (P.C.)
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- Institute for Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Universität Würzburg, Josef-Schneider Straße 2, 97080 Würzburg, Germany;
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- Cardiovascular Research Unit, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (A.C.); (P.D.P.); (M.C.); (P.I.)
- Laboratory of Vascular Physiopathology—I.R.C.C.S. Neuromed, 86077 Pozzilli, Italy; (A.D.); (E.V.)
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Lu YA, Jiang Y, Yang HW, Hwang J, Jeon YJ, Ryu B. Diphlorethohydroxycarmalol Isolated from Ishige okamurae Exerts Vasodilatory Effects via Calcium Signaling and PI3K/Akt/eNOS Pathway. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:1610. [PMID: 33562632 PMCID: PMC7914902 DOI: 10.3390/ijms22041610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2020] [Revised: 02/02/2021] [Accepted: 02/03/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Nitric oxide (NO) is released by endothelial cells in the blood vessel wall to enhance vasodilation. Marine polyphenols are known to have protective effects against vascular dysfunction and hypertension. The present study is the first to investigate how diphlorethohydroxycarmalol (DPHC) isolated from Ishige okamurae affects calcium levels, resulting in enhanced vasodilation. We examined calcium modulation with the well-known receptors, acetylcholine receptor (AchR) and vascular endothelial growth factor 2 (VEGFR2), which are related to NO formation, and further confirmed the vasodilatory effect of DPHC. We confirmed that DPHC stimulated NO production by increasing calcium levels and endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) expression. DPHC affected AchR and VEGFR2 expression, thereby influencing transient calcium intake. Specific antagonists, atropine and SU5416, were used to verify our findings. Furthermore, based on the results of in vivo experiments, we treated Tg(flk:EGFP) transgenic zebrafish with DPHC to confirm its vasodilatory effect. In conclusion, the present study showed that DPHC modulated calcium transit through AchR and VEGFR2, increasing endothelial-dependent NO production. Thus, DPHC, a natural marine component, can efficiently ameliorate cardiovascular diseases by improving vascular function.
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- Yu An Lu
- Department of Marine Life Science, Jeju National University, Jeju 63243, Korea; (Y.A.L.); (Y.J.); (H.-W.Y.); (J.H.)
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- Department of Marine Life Science, Jeju National University, Jeju 63243, Korea; (Y.A.L.); (Y.J.); (H.-W.Y.); (J.H.)
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- Department of Marine Life Science, Jeju National University, Jeju 63243, Korea; (Y.A.L.); (Y.J.); (H.-W.Y.); (J.H.)
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- Department of Marine Life Science, Jeju National University, Jeju 63243, Korea; (Y.A.L.); (Y.J.); (H.-W.Y.); (J.H.)
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- Department of Marine Life Science, Jeju National University, Jeju 63243, Korea; (Y.A.L.); (Y.J.); (H.-W.Y.); (J.H.)
- Marine Science Institute, Jeju National University, Jeju 63333, Korea
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- Department of Marine Life Science, Jeju National University, Jeju 63243, Korea; (Y.A.L.); (Y.J.); (H.-W.Y.); (J.H.)
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Zhou DD, Luo M, Shang A, Mao QQ, Li BY, Gan RY, Li HB. Antioxidant Food Components for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Diseases: Effects, Mechanisms, and Clinical Studies. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2021; 2021:6627355. [PMID: 33574978 PMCID: PMC7864729 DOI: 10.1155/2021/6627355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2020] [Revised: 01/09/2021] [Accepted: 01/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) have gained increasing attention because of their high prevalence and mortality worldwide. Epidemiological studies revealed that intake of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and cereals could reduce the risk of CVDs, and their antioxidants are considered as the main contributors. Moreover, experimental studies showed that some antioxidant natural products and their bioactive compounds exerted beneficial effects on the cardiovascular system, such as polyphenols, polysaccharides, anthocyanins, epigallocatechin gallate, quercetin, rutin, and puerarin. The mechanisms of action mainly included reducing blood pressure, improving lipid profile, ameliorating oxidative stress, mitigating inflammation, and regulating gut microbiota. Furthermore, clinical trials confirmed the cardiovascular-protective effect of some antioxidant natural products, such as soursop, beetroot, garlic, almond, and green tea. In this review, we summarized the effects of some antioxidant natural products and their bioactive compounds on CVDs based on the epidemiological, experimental, and clinical studies, with special attention paid to the relevant mechanisms and clinical trials.
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- Dan-Dan Zhou
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Food, Nutrition, and Health, Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510080, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Food, Nutrition, and Health, Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510080, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Food, Nutrition, and Health, Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510080, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Food, Nutrition, and Health, Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510080, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Food, Nutrition, and Health, Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510080, China
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- Research Center for Plants and Human Health, Institute of Urban Agriculture, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Chengdu 610213, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Food, Nutrition, and Health, Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510080, China
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Dang Z, Avolio E, Thomas AC, Faulkner A, Beltrami AP, Cervellin C, Carrizzo A, Maciag A, Gu Y, Ciaglia E, Finato N, Damato A, Spinetti G, Alenzi A, Paisey SJ, Vecchione C, Puca AA, Madeddu P. Transfer of a human gene variant associated with exceptional longevity improves cardiac function in obese type 2 diabetic mice through induction of the SDF-1/CXCR4 signalling pathway. Eur J Heart Fail 2020; 22:1568-1581. [PMID: 32384208 PMCID: PMC8220375 DOI: 10.1002/ejhf.1840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2019] [Revised: 04/08/2020] [Accepted: 04/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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AIMS Homozygosity for a four-missense single-nucleotide polymorphism haplotype of the human BPIFB4 gene is enriched in long-living individuals. Delivery of this longevity-associated variant (LAV) improved revascularisation and reduced endothelial dysfunction and atherosclerosis in mice through a mechanism involving the stromal cell-derived factor-1 (SDF-1). Here, we investigated if delivery of the LAV-BPIFB4 gene may attenuate the progression of diabetic cardiomyopathy. METHODS AND RESULTS Compared with age-matched lean controls, diabetic db/db mice showed altered echocardiographic indices of diastolic and systolic function and histological evidence of microvascular rarefaction, lipid accumulation, and fibrosis in the myocardium. All these alterations, as well as endothelial dysfunction, were prevented by systemic LAV-BPIFB4 gene therapy using an adeno-associated viral vector serotype 9 (AAV9). In contrast, AAV9 wild-type-BPIFB4 exerted no benefit. Interestingly, LAV-BPIFB4-treated mice showed increased SDF-1 levels in peripheral blood and myocardium and up-regulation of the cardiac myosin heavy chain isoform alpha, a contractile protein that was reduced in diabetic hearts. SDF-1 up-regulation was instrumental to LAV-BPIFB4-induced benefit as both haemodynamic and structural improvements were inhibited by an orally active antagonist of the SDF-1 CXCR4 receptor. CONCLUSIONS In mice with type-2 diabetes, LAV-BPIFB4 gene therapy promotes an advantageous remodelling of the heart, allowing it to better withstand diabetes-induced stress. These results support the viability of transferring healthy characteristics of longevity to attenuate diabetic cardiac disease.
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- Zexu Dang
- Translational Health Sciences, Bristol Medical SchoolUniversity of BristolBristolUK
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- Translational Health Sciences, Bristol Medical SchoolUniversity of BristolBristolUK
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- Translational Health Sciences, Bristol Medical SchoolUniversity of BristolBristolUK
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- Translational Health Sciences, Bristol Medical SchoolUniversity of BristolBristolUK
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- Cardiovascular DepartmentIRCCS MultimedicaMilanItaly
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- Translational Health Sciences, Bristol Medical SchoolUniversity of BristolBristolUK
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, “Scuola Medica Salernitana”University of SalernoBaronissi (SA)Italy
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- Vascular Pathophysiology Unit, IRCCS NeuromedPozzilliItaly
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- Cardiovascular DepartmentIRCCS MultimedicaMilanItaly
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- PETIC, School of MedicineUniversity of CardiffCardiffUK
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- Vascular Pathophysiology Unit, IRCCS NeuromedPozzilliItaly
- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, “Scuola Medica Salernitana”University of SalernoBaronissi (SA)Italy
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- Cardiovascular DepartmentIRCCS MultimedicaMilanItaly
- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, “Scuola Medica Salernitana”University of SalernoBaronissi (SA)Italy
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- Translational Health Sciences, Bristol Medical SchoolUniversity of BristolBristolUK
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Shimizu T, Taguchi A, Higashijima Y, Takubo N, Kanki Y, Urade Y, Wada Y. PERK-Mediated Suppression of microRNAs by Sildenafil Improves Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Heart Failure. iScience 2020; 23:101410. [PMID: 32768667 PMCID: PMC7378464 DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2020.101410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2020] [Revised: 07/03/2020] [Accepted: 07/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Oxidative/nitrosative stress is a major trigger of cardiac dysfunction, involving the unfolded protein response and mitochondrial dysfunction. Activation of nitric oxide-cyclic guanosine monophosphate-protein kinase G signaling by sildenafil improves cardiac mal-remodeling during pressure-overload-induced heart failure. Transcriptome analysis was conducted in failing hearts with or without sildenafil treatment. Protein kinase R-like endoplasmic reticulum (ER) kinase (PERK) downstream signaling pathways, EIF2 and NRF2, were significantly altered. Although EIF2 signaling was suppressed, NRF2 signaling was upregulated, inhibiting the maturation of miR 24-3p through EGFR-mediated Ago2 phosphorylation. To study the effect of sildenafil on these pathways, we generated cardiac-specific PERK knockout mice. In these mice, sildenafil could not inhibit the maturations, the nuclear translocation of NRF2 was suppressed, and mitochondrial dysfunction advanced. Altogether, these results show that PERK-mediated suppression of miRNAs by sildenafil is vital for maintaining mitochondrial homeostasis through NRF2-mediated oxidative stress response.
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- Takashi Shimizu
- Isotope Science Center, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo 113-0032, Japan; Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo 113-8655, Japan.
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- Isotope Science Center, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo 113-0032, Japan
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- Isotope Science Center, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo 113-0032, Japan; Department of Bioinformational Pharmacology, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Tokyo 113-8510, Japan; Department of Proteomics, The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Protein Research, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Blegdamsvej 3B, Copenhagen 2200, Denmark
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- Isotope Science Center, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo 113-0032, Japan
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- Isotope Science Center, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo 113-0032, Japan
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- Isotope Science Center, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo 113-0032, Japan
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- Isotope Science Center, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo 113-0032, Japan
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Arraki K, Totoson P, Attia R, Zedet A, Pudlo M, Messaoud C, Demougeot C, Girard C. Arginase inhibitory properties of flavonoid compounds from the leaves of Mulberry (Morus alba, Moraceae). J Pharm Pharmacol 2020; 72:1269-1277. [PMID: 32496585 DOI: 10.1111/jphp.13297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2019] [Accepted: 04/25/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVES We aimed to isolate and identify bioactive molecules from Morus alba (Moraceae) leaves having arginase inhibitory activity towards the combat of clinical outcomes related to endothelial dysfunction. METHOD Extraction and isolation were carried out by successive macerations, prepurification by using a Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) and separation using preparative PLC. The structures of the isolated components were established and confirmed by spectroscopic analyses, including the ESI-HRMS and NMR spectroscopic investigations. Biological evaluation was performed by using an in vitro assay with liver bovine purified arginase and by an ex vivo aortic ring study. KEY FINDINGS We demonstrated that a phenolic extract from the leaves of M. alba possesses mammalian arginase inhibitory capacities. Investigation of the chemical constituents of its leaves results in the isolation and identification of ten compounds investigated in vitro for their arginase inhibitory capacities. Four compounds showed significant inhibition of arginase, with percentage inhibition ranging from 54% to 83% at 100 µm. In isolated rat aortic rings incubated with NO synthase inhibitor, Luteolin-7-diglucoside compound (2) was able to increase acetylcholine-induced relaxation. CONCLUSIONS These results demonstrated the attractive ability of M. alba to be a potential source for the discovery of new active products on vascular system.
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- Kamel Arraki
- PEPITE EA4267, Univ. Bourgogne Franche-Comté, Besançon, France
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- PEPITE EA4267, Univ. Bourgogne Franche-Comté, Besançon, France
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- PEPITE EA4267, Univ. Bourgogne Franche-Comté, Besançon, France.,Laboratory of Nanobiotechnology and Medicinal Plants, Department of Biology, National Institute of Applied Science and Technology (INSAT), University of Carthage, Tunis Cedex, Tunisia
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- PEPITE EA4267, Univ. Bourgogne Franche-Comté, Besançon, France
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- PEPITE EA4267, Univ. Bourgogne Franche-Comté, Besançon, France
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- Laboratory of Nanobiotechnology and Medicinal Plants, Department of Biology, National Institute of Applied Science and Technology (INSAT), University of Carthage, Tunis Cedex, Tunisia
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- PEPITE EA4267, Univ. Bourgogne Franche-Comté, Besançon, France
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Endothelial Nitric Oxide Mediates the Anti-Atherosclerotic Action of Torenia concolor Lindley var. Formosama Yamazaki. Int J Mol Sci 2020; 21:ijms21041532. [PMID: 32102326 PMCID: PMC7073175 DOI: 10.3390/ijms21041532] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2019] [Revised: 02/15/2020] [Accepted: 02/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
Abstract
Torenia concolor Lindley var. formosama Yamazaki ethanolic extract (TCEE) is reported to have anti-inflammatory and anti-obesity properties. However, the effects of TCEE and its underlying mechanisms in the activation of endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) have not yet been investigated. Increasing the endothelium-derived nitric oxide (NO) production has been known to be beneficial against the development of cardiovascular diseases. In this study, we investigated the effect of TCEE on eNOS activation and NO-related endothelial function and inflammation by using an in vitro system. In endothelial cells (ECs), TCEE increased NO production in a concentration-dependent manner without affecting the expression of eNOS. In addition, TCEE increased the phosphorylation of eNOS at serine 635 residue (Ser635) and Ser1179, Akt at Ser473, calmodulin kinase II (CaMKII) at threonine residue 286 (Thr286), and AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) at Thr172. Moreover, TCEE-induced NO production, and EC proliferation, migration, and tube formation were diminished by pretreatment with LY294002 (an Akt inhibitor), KN62 (a CaMKII inhibitor), and compound C (an AMPK inhibitor). Additionally, TCEE attenuated the tumor necrosis factor-α-induced inflammatory response as evidenced by the expression of adhesion molecules in ECs and monocyte adhesion onto ECs. These inflammatory effects of TCEE were abolished by L-NG-nitroarginine methyl ester (an NOS inhibitor). Moreover, chronic treatment with TCEE attenuated hyperlipidemia, systemic and aortic inflammatory response, and the atherosclerotic lesions in apolipoprotein E-deficient mice. Collectively, our findings suggest that TCEE may confer protection from atherosclerosis by preventing endothelial dysfunction.
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Carrizzo A, Moltedo O, Damato A, Martinello K, Di Pietro P, Oliveti M, Acernese F, Giugliano G, Izzo R, Sommella E, Migliarino S, Piazza O, Izzo C, Virtuoso N, Strianese A, Trimarco V, Campiglia P, Fucile S, Puca A, Trimarco B, Vecchione C. New Nutraceutical Combination Reduces Blood Pressure and Improves Exercise Capacity in Hypertensive Patients Via a Nitric Oxide-Dependent Mechanism. J Am Heart Assoc 2020; 9:e014923. [PMID: 32078787 PMCID: PMC7335536 DOI: 10.1161/jaha.119.014923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
Abstract
Background High blood pressure (BP) has long been recognized as a major health threat and, particularly, a major risk factor for stroke, cardiovascular disease, and end‐organ damage. However, the identification of a novel, alternative, integrative approach for the control of BP and cardiovascular protection is still needed. Methods and Results Sixty‐nine uncontrolled hypertension patients, aged 40 to 68 years, on antihypertensive medication were enrolled in 2 double‐blind studies. Forty‐five were randomized to placebo or a new nutraceutical combination named AkP05, and BP, endothelial function, and circulating nitric oxide were assessed before and at the end of 4 weeks of treatment. Twenty‐four patients were randomized to diuretic or AkP05 for 4 weeks and underwent a cardiopulmonary exercise test to evaluate the effects of AkP05 on functional capacity of the cardiovascular, pulmonary, and muscular systems. Vascular and molecular studies were undertaken on mice to characterize the action of the single compounds contained in the AkP05 nutraceutical combination. AkP05 supplementation reduced BP, improved endothelial function, and increased nitric oxide release; cardiopulmonary exercise test revealed that AkP05 increased maximum O2 uptake, stress tolerance, and maximal power output. In mice, AkP05 reduced BP and improved endothelial function, evoking increased nitric oxide release through the PKCα/Akt/endothelial nitric oxide synthase pathway and reducing reactive oxygen species production via NADPH‐oxidase inhibition. These effects were mediated by synergism of the single compounds of AkP05. Conclusions This is the first study reporting positive effects of a nutraceutical combination on the vasculature and exercise tolerance in treated hypertensive patients. Our findings suggest that AkP05 may be used as an adjunct for the improvement of cardiovascular protection and to better control BP in uncontrolled hypertension.
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery University of Salerno Baronissi Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery University of Salerno Baronissi Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences University Federico II of Naples Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences University Federico II of Naples Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine School of Medicine and Psychology Sapienza University of Rome Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery University of Salerno Baronissi Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery University of Salerno Baronissi Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine A.O.U. Federico II Naples Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery University of Salerno Baronissi Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences Federico II University Hospital Naples Italy
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- IRCCS Neuromed Pozzilli Italy.,Department of Physiology and Pharmacology Sapienza University of Rome Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery University of Salerno Baronissi Italy.,Cardiovascular Research Unit IRCCS MultiMedica Milan Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences University Federico II of Naples Italy
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- IRCCS Neuromed Pozzilli Italy.,Department of Medicine and Surgery University of Salerno Baronissi Italy
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Micucci M, Bolchi C, Budriesi R, Cevenini M, Maroni L, Capozza S, Chiarini A, Pallavicini M, Angeletti A. Antihypertensive phytocomplexes of proven efficacy and well-established use: Mode of action and individual characterization of the active constituents. PHYTOCHEMISTRY 2020; 170:112222. [PMID: 31810054 DOI: 10.1016/j.phytochem.2019.112222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2019] [Revised: 11/23/2019] [Accepted: 11/24/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Hypertension has become the leading risk factor for worldwide cardiovascular diseases. Conventional pharmacological treatment, after both dietary and lifestyle changes, is generally proposed. In this review, we present the antihypertensive properties of phytocomplexes from thirteen plants, long ago widely employed in ethnomedicines and, in recent years, increasingly evaluated for their activity in vitro and in vivo, also in humans, in comparison with synthetic drugs acting on the same systems. Here, we focus on the demonstrated or proposed mechanisms of action of such phytocomplexes and of their constituents proven to exert cardiovascular effects. Almost seventy phytochemicals are described and scientifically sound pertinent literature, published up to now, is summarized. The review emphasizes the therapeutic potential of these natural substances in the treatment of the 'high normal blood pressure' or 'stage 1 hypertension', so-named according to the most recent European and U.S. guidelines, and as a supplementation in more advanced stages of hypertension, however needing further validation by clinical trial intensification.
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- M Micucci
- Department of Pharmacy and Biotechnology, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Belmeloro, 6, 40126, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Milano, Via Mangiagalli 25, 20133, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy and Biotechnology, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Belmeloro, 6, 40126, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences (DIMEC), Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Massarenti 9, 40126, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences (DIMEC), Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Massarenti 9, 40126, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy and Biotechnology, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Belmeloro, 6, 40126, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy and Biotechnology, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Belmeloro, 6, 40126, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Milano, Via Mangiagalli 25, 20133, Milan, Italy.
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- Unit of Nephrology, Dialysis and Transplantation, Department of Experimental Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, S.Orsola Malpighi Hospital, Bologna Italy
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Pepe G, Basilicata MG, Carrizzo A, Adesso S, Ostacolo C, Sala M, Sommella E, Ruocco M, Cascioferro S, Ambrosio M, Pisanti S, Di Sarno V, Bertamino A, Marzocco S, Vecchione C, Campiglia P. β-Lactoglobulin Heptapeptide Reduces Oxidative Stress in Intestinal Epithelial Cells and Angiotensin II-Induced Vasoconstriction on Mouse Mesenteric Arteries by Induction of Nuclear Factor Erythroid 2-Related Factor 2 (Nrf2) Translocation. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2019; 2019:1616239. [PMID: 31814866 PMCID: PMC6877959 DOI: 10.1155/2019/1616239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2018] [Revised: 03/18/2019] [Accepted: 10/08/2019] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Peptides derived from buffalo dairy products possess multiple healthy properties that cannot be exerted as long as they are encrypted in parent proteins. To evaluate the biological activities of encrypted peptide sequences from buffalo ricotta cheese, we performed a simulated gastrointestinal (GI) digestion. Chemical and pharmacological characterization of the digest led to the identification of a novel peptide endowed with antioxidant and antihypertensive action. The GI digest was fractionated by Semiprep-HPLC, and fractions were tested against reactive oxygen species (ROS) release in an H2O2-treated intestinal epithelial cell line. UHPLC-PDA-MS/MS analysis revealed the presence of an abundant β-lactoglobulin peptide (BRP2) in the most active fraction. Pharmacological characterization of BRP2 highlighted its antioxidant activity, involving ROS reduction, nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) activation, and cytoprotective enzyme expression. The bioavailability of BRP2 was evaluated in intestinal transport studies through a Caco-2 cell monolayer. Equal bidirectional transport and linear permeability indicate that BRP2 was absorbed mainly through passive diffusion. In addition to its local effects, the BRP2 administration on mouse mesenteric arteries was able to reduce the angiotensin II-induced vasoconstriction by the Nrf2 nuclear translocation, the reduction of the active form of Ras-related C3 botulinum toxin substrate 1 (Rac1), and the NADPH oxidase activity. These data further highlight the role of buffalo ricotta cheese-derived peptides against oxidative stress-related diseases and suggest their health-promoting potential.
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- Giacomo Pepe
- Department of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy
- PhD Program in Drug Discovery and Development, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II, NA, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze e Tecnologie Biologiche, Chimiche e Farmaceutiche (STEBICEF), University of Palermo, PA, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- IRCCS Neuromed, Loc. Camerelle, Pozzilli, Italy
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy
- European Biomedical Research Institute of Salerno, SA, Italy
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Ko BS, Ryuk JA, Hwang JT, Zhang T, Wu X, Park S. Ojayeonjonghwan, an oriental medicine composed of five seeds, protects against vasomotor and neurological disorders in estrogen-deficient rats. Exp Biol Med (Maywood) 2019; 244:193-206. [PMID: 30722698 DOI: 10.1177/1535370219827847] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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IMPACT STATEMENT Menopausal symptoms impair the quality of life of many women, and although conventional treatments are often effective, their use is limited by adverse effects. Ojayeonjonghwan, OJa, is a traditional Oriental medicine that is used for both male and female reproductive health and has a long history of safe use. We evaluated the effectiveness of two variations of OJa (OJa1 and OJa2) for treating menopausal symptoms in ovariectomized (OVX) rats. Both OJa preparations were effective for relieving indicators of hot flashes and depression, and for preventing loss of bone mineral density and lean body mass. Only OJa 2 prevented memory dysfunction. These results show that the traditional Oriental medicine, Ojayeonjonghwan, has the potential to relieve menopausal symptoms in women and should be further evaluated in human clinical trials as an alternative to convention therapies in women for whom conventional therapies are not indicated or found to be ineffective.
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- Byoung-Seob Ko
- 1 Korean Medicine Convergence Research Division, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Daejeon 305-811, Korea
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- 1 Korean Medicine Convergence Research Division, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Daejeon 305-811, Korea
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- 1 Korean Medicine Convergence Research Division, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Daejeon 305-811, Korea
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- 2 Food & Nutrition, Obesity/Diabetes Center, Hoseo University, Asan 336-795, Korea
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- 2 Food & Nutrition, Obesity/Diabetes Center, Hoseo University, Asan 336-795, Korea
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- 2 Food & Nutrition, Obesity/Diabetes Center, Hoseo University, Asan 336-795, Korea
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Carrizzo A, Procaccini C, Lenzi P, Fusco C, Villa F, Migliarino S, De Lucia M, Fornai F, Matarese G, Puca AA, Vecchione C. PTX3: an inflammatory protein modulating ultrastructure and bioenergetics of human endothelial cells. IMMUNITY & AGEING 2019; 16:4. [PMID: 30733816 PMCID: PMC6359806 DOI: 10.1186/s12979-019-0144-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2018] [Accepted: 01/30/2019] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Background Pentraxin 3 (PTX3), an acute-phase inflammation protein produced by several cell types, has long been described as a possible biomarker for age-related cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Although several mechanisms of action have been identified to date in the vascular and immune systems, the direct effects of PTX3 on isolated endothelial cells at morphological and metabolic levels remain unknown. Findings PTX3 induced cytoplasmic vacuolization and dilution of mitochondrial matrix in isolated, human endothelial cells. Moreover, metabolic assays revealed that PTX3 increases respiratory capacity in support of mitochondrial function, and partially sustains the glycolytic pathway. Conclusions PTX3 has, per se, a direct action on ultrastructural and bioenergetic parameters of isolated endothelial cells. This finding can be associated with our previous demonstration of a deleterious effect of PTX3 on the endothelial layer. More studies are needed to clearly demonstrate any direct correlation between these ultrastructural and bioenergetic changes with endothelial dysfunction, especially with regard to age-related cerebro- and cardio-vascular diseases.
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- Albino Carrizzo
- 1Vascular Pathophysiology Unit, IRCCS Neuromed, 86077 Pozzilli, IS Italy
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- 2Laboratorio di Immunologia, Istituto di Endocrinologia e Oncologia Sperimentale, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (IEOS-CNR), Naples, Italy.,3IRCSS Fondazione Santa Lucia, Rome, Italy
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- 4Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Via Roma 55, 56126 Pisa, Italy
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- 5Dipartimento di Medicina Molecolare e Biotecnologie Mediche, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- 6Cardiovascular Research Unit, IRCCS MultiMedica, 20099 Sesto San Giovanni, MI Italy
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- 7Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, School of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- 1Vascular Pathophysiology Unit, IRCCS Neuromed, 86077 Pozzilli, IS Italy.,4Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Via Roma 55, 56126 Pisa, Italy
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- 2Laboratorio di Immunologia, Istituto di Endocrinologia e Oncologia Sperimentale, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (IEOS-CNR), Naples, Italy.,5Dipartimento di Medicina Molecolare e Biotecnologie Mediche, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- 6Cardiovascular Research Unit, IRCCS MultiMedica, 20099 Sesto San Giovanni, MI Italy.,8Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, Via S. Allende, 84081 Baronissi, SA Italy
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- 1Vascular Pathophysiology Unit, IRCCS Neuromed, 86077 Pozzilli, IS Italy.,8Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, Via S. Allende, 84081 Baronissi, SA Italy
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Zhu W, Zhong Z, Liu S, Yang B, Komatsu S, Ge Z, Tian J. Organ-Specific Analysis of Morus alba Using a Gel-Free/Label-Free Proteomic Technique. Int J Mol Sci 2019; 20:ijms20020365. [PMID: 30654535 PMCID: PMC6359061 DOI: 10.3390/ijms20020365] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2018] [Revised: 01/14/2019] [Accepted: 01/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Morus alba is an important medicinal plant that is used to treat human diseases. The leaf, branch, and root of Morus can be applied as antidiabetic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory medicines, respectively. To explore the molecular mechanisms underlying the various pharmacological functions within different parts of Morus, organ-specific proteomics were performed. Protein profiles of the Morus leaf, branch, and root were determined using a gel-free/label-free proteomic technique. In the Morus leaf, branch, and root, a total of 492, 414, and 355 proteins were identified, respectively, including 84 common proteins. In leaf, the main function was related to protein degradation, photosynthesis, and redox ascorbate/glutathione metabolism. In branch, the main function was related to protein synthesis/degradation, stress, and redox ascorbate/glutathione metabolism. In root, the main function was related to protein synthesis/degradation, stress, and cell wall. Additionally, organ-specific metabolites and antioxidant activities were analyzed. These results revealed that flavonoids were highly accumulated in Morus root compared with the branch and leaf. Accordingly, two root-specific proteins named chalcone flavanone isomerase and flavonoid 3,5-hydroxylase were accumulated in the flavonoid pathway. Consistent with this finding, the content of the total flavonoids was higher in root compared to those detected in branch and leaf. These results suggest that the flavonoids in Morus root might be responsible for its biological activity and the root is the main part for flavonoid biosynthesis in Morus.
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- Wei Zhu
- College of Biomedical Engineering and Instrument Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China.
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- College of Biomedical Engineering and Instrument Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China.
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- College of Biomedical Engineering and Instrument Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China.
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- College of Biomedical Engineering and Instrument Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China.
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- Faculty of Environmental and Information Sciences, Fukui University of Technology, Fukui 910-8505, Japan.
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- Analysis Center of Agrobiology and Environmental Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China.
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- College of Biomedical Engineering and Instrument Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China.
- Key Laboratory for Biomedical Engineering of Ministry of Education, Zhejiang-Malaysia Joint Research Center for Traditional Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China.
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Esposito R, Sorrentino R, Giugliano G, Avvedimento M, Paolillo R, Santoro C, Scalamogna M, Esposito M, Ilardi F, Rozza F, Esposito G, Galderisi M, Trimarco V. Different age-independent effects of nutraceutical combinations on endothelium-mediated coronary flow reserve. IMMUNITY & AGEING 2018; 15:30. [PMID: 30479642 PMCID: PMC6251089 DOI: 10.1186/s12979-018-0138-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2018] [Accepted: 11/06/2018] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Background Some components of Nutraceuticals (NUT) such as red yeast rice and Morus alba have demonstrated positive effects on the endothelial function in hypercholesterolemic subjects. Our aim was to compare the effects of two different NUT combinations on cold pressure test (CPT) derived coronary flow reserve (CFR) assessed by transthoracic echo-Doppler. Results In a randomized, single-blind study, 28 consecutive patients with a variety of cardiovascular risk factors received NUT A (LopiGLIK®: berberine, red yeast rice powder, and leaf extract of Morus alba) or B (Armolipid Plus®: policosanol, red yeast rice, berberine, astaxantine, folic acidandcoenzyme Q10). An echo-Doppler exam with evaluation of CFR was performed at baseline, 2 h (acute test) and 30 days after daily NUT assumption. Blood sampling for metabolic profile and platelet aggregometry was performed at baseline and after 30 days of daily NUT assumption. CFR was not significantly modified at the acute test. After 30 days, CFR improved with NUT A (p < 0.0001), because of the increase of hyperemic flow velocity (p = 0.007), but not with NUT B. CFR was comparable between the two groups at baseline but became significantly higher after 30 days in NUT A (p < 0.02), with a higher CFR percent variation versus baseline (p = 0.008). Total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol were reduced with both NUT A (p < 0.001 and p < 0.002, respectively) and B (both p < 0.02), whereas platelet aggregation did not significantly change. In the pooled group of patients, after adjusting for age and percent changes of systolic blood pressure, heart rate, LDL-cholesterol and glycemia, NUT A – but not NUT B - was independently associated with CFR changes (β = 0.599, p = 0.003). Conclusions LopiGLIK® improved endothelial-derived CFR, independently of the beneficial effects exerted on the lipid profile. These findings can have clinical reflections on the prevention of age-related inflammatory diseases including coronary artery disease. Trial registration (NUTRENDO)″(ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT02969070).
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- Roberta Esposito
- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy.,2Interdepartmental Laboratory of Cardiac Imaging, Federico II University Hospital, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- 1Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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Badolati N, Sommella E, Riccio G, Salviati E, Heintz D, Bottone S, Di Cicco E, Dentice M, Tenore G, Campiglia P, Stornaiuolo M, Novellino E. Annurca Apple Polyphenols Ignite Keratin Production in Hair Follicles by Inhibiting the Pentose Phosphate Pathway and Amino Acid Oxidation. Nutrients 2018; 10:nu10101406. [PMID: 30279339 PMCID: PMC6213762 DOI: 10.3390/nu10101406] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2018] [Revised: 09/25/2018] [Accepted: 09/26/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Patterned hair loss (PHL) affects around 50% of the adult population worldwide. The negative impact that this condition exerts on people’s life quality has boosted the appearance of over-the-counter products endowed with hair-promoting activity. Nutraceuticals enriched in polyphenols have been recently shown to promote hair growth and counteract PHL. Malus pumila Miller cv. Annurca is an apple native to Southern Italy presenting one of the highest contents of Procyanidin B2. We have recently shown that oral consumption of Annurca polyphenolic extracts (AAE) stimulates hair growth, hair number, hair weight and keratin content in healthy human subjects. Despite its activity, the analysis of the molecular mechanism behind its hair promoting effect is still partially unclear. In this work we performed an unprecedented metabolite analysis of hair follicles (HFs) in mice topically treated with AAE. The metabolomic profile, based on a high-resolution mass spectrometry approach, revealed that AAE re-programs murine HF metabolism. AAE acts by inhibiting several NADPH dependent reactions. Glutaminolysis, pentose phosphate pathway, glutathione, citrulline and nucleotide synthesis are all halted in vivo by the treatment of HFs with AAE. On the contrary, mitochondrial respiration, β-oxidation and keratin production are stimulated by the treatment with AAE. The metabolic shift induced by AAE spares amino acids from being oxidized, ultimately keeping them available for keratin biosynthesis.
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- Nadia Badolati
- Department of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II. Via Montesano 49, 80149 Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Via Giovanni Paolo II 132, I-84084 Fisciano, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II. Via Montesano 49, 80149 Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Via Giovanni Paolo II 132, I-84084 Fisciano, Italy.
- PhD Program in Drug Discovery and Development, University of Salerno, Via Giovanni Paolo II 132, I-84084 Fisciano, Italy.
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- Plant Imaging and Mass Spectrometry, Institut de Biologie Moleculaire des Plantes, CNRS, Universite de Strasbourg, 67000 Strasbourg, France.
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II. Via Montesano 49, 80149 Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Via Pansini 5, 80149 Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Via Pansini 5, 80149 Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II. Via Montesano 49, 80149 Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, Via Giovanni Paolo II 132, I-84084 Fisciano, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II. Via Montesano 49, 80149 Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II. Via Montesano 49, 80149 Naples, Italy.
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Thiebaut PA, Delile E, Coquerel D, Brunel JM, Renet S, Tamion F, Richard V. Protein tyrosine phosphatase 1B regulates endothelial endoplasmic reticulum stress; role in endothelial dysfunction. Vascul Pharmacol 2018; 109:36-44. [DOI: 10.1016/j.vph.2018.05.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2018] [Revised: 04/23/2018] [Accepted: 05/30/2018] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Carrizzo A, Izzo C, Oliveti M, Alfano A, Virtuoso N, Capunzo M, Di Pietro P, Calabrese M, De Simone E, Sciarretta S, Frati G, Migliarino S, Damato A, Ambrosio M, De Caro F, Vecchione C. The Main Determinants of Diabetes Mellitus Vascular Complications: Endothelial Dysfunction and Platelet Hyperaggregation. Int J Mol Sci 2018; 19:ijms19102968. [PMID: 30274207 PMCID: PMC6212935 DOI: 10.3390/ijms19102968] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2018] [Revised: 09/26/2018] [Accepted: 09/27/2018] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Diabetes mellitus is a common disease that affects 3–5% of the general population in Italy. In some countries of northern Europe or in North America, it can even affect 6–8% of the population. Of great concern is that the number of cases of diabetes is constantly increasing, probably due to the increase in obesity and the sedentary nature of the population. According to the World Health Organization, in the year 2030 there will be 360 million people with diabetes, compared to 170 million in 2000. This has important repercussions on the lives of patients and their families, and on health systems that offer assistance to patients. In this review, we try to describe in an organized way the pathophysiological continuity between diabetes mellitus, endothelial dysfunction, and platelet hyperaggregation, highlighting the main molecular mechanisms involved and the interconnections.
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- Departement of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, SA, Italy.
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- Departement of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, SA, Italy.
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- Heart Department, A.O.U. "San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d'Aragona", 84131 Salerno, Italy.
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, A.O.U. Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy.
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- Departement of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, SA, Italy.
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- Departement of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, SA, Italy.
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- Heart Department, A.O.U. "San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d'Aragona", 84131 Salerno, Italy.
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- IRCCS Neuromed, 86077 Pozzilli, IS, Italy.
- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Sapienza University of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy.
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- IRCCS Neuromed, 86077 Pozzilli, IS, Italy.
- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Sapienza University of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, School of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy.
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- Departement of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, SA, Italy.
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- IRCCS Neuromed, 86077 Pozzilli, IS, Italy.
- Departement of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, SA, Italy.
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Park SW, Shin KC, Yoou SK, Park HJ, Eun SH, Bae YM, Lee HM, Chae HJ, Chae SW, Choi BH. Effects of an ethanolic extract of mulberry fruit on blood pressure and vascular remodeling in spontaneous hypertensive rats. Clin Exp Hypertens 2018; 41:280-286. [DOI: 10.1080/10641963.2018.1469645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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- Sang Woong Park
- Department of Emergency Medical Services, Eulji University, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Physiology, KU Open Innovation Center, Research Institute of Medical Science, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Chungju, South Korea
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- Department of Emergency Medical Services, Eulji University, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Physiology, KU Open Innovation Center, Research Institute of Medical Science, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Chungju, South Korea
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- Department of Physiology, KU Open Innovation Center, Research Institute of Medical Science, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Chungju, South Korea
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- Department of Physiology, KU Open Innovation Center, Research Institute of Medical Science, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Chungju, South Korea
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute for Medical Sciences, Chonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute for Medical Sciences, Chonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute for Medical Sciences, Chonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute for Medical Sciences, Chonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju, Republic of Korea
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Modification of Lipid Profile in Commercial Cow Milk Samples before and after Their Expiration Date: Evaluation of Storage Crucial Parameters and Possible Environmentally Friendly Disposal Alternatives. J FOOD QUALITY 2018. [DOI: 10.1155/2018/8751317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Milk waste is considered a highly polluting material and its disposal is an economic and environmental problem for the dairy sector. Despite this, it can be turned into a source of nutraceutical products and biodiesel substrate. The objective of this study was to determine the qualitative and quantitative variation of single fatty acids in cow milk samples before expiration date and within 28 days after expiration date in order to monitor how the profile of the lipid fraction is influenced by different physicochemical parameters. It was shown that lipolysis in milk is a process independent of time but dependent on the values of pH and total titratable acidity, while crucial parameters for the lipid oxidation are temperature and time of exposure to atmospheric oxygen. All of these factors are at the basis of the efficacy of milk storage conditions. Moreover, our data demonstrate that milk, several weeks after its expiry date, is a rich source of fatty acids that may be recovered as potential substrates for the formulation of economically viable products and eco-friendly diesel-like fuels.
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Trimarco V, Battistoni A, Tocci G, Coluccia R, Manzi MV, Izzo R, Volpe M. Single blind, multicentre, randomized, controlled trial testing the effects of a novel nutraceutical compound on plasma lipid and cardiovascular risk factors: Results of the interim analysis. Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis 2017; 27:850-857. [PMID: 28965797 DOI: 10.1016/j.numecd.2017.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2017] [Revised: 07/14/2017] [Accepted: 08/07/2017] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS The clustering of high levels of LDL cholesterol (LDL-C) and other risk factors represents a predisposing condition for atherosclerotic disease development. Cardiovascular prevention is based on effective control of these conditions. In adult subjects with mild hypercholesterolemia we compared in the real life the effects of a new combination of nutraceuticals on lipid and glucose metabolism and blood pressure with those of an established nutraceutical combination. METHOD AND RESULTS This multicenter, controlled, randomized, single-blind trial was designed to compare the effect of Armolipid Plus® versus that of LopiGLIK® on lipid and glucose levels and blood pressure (BP) in subjects with mild hypercholesterolemia not on statin therapy. Primary outcome was the proportion of subjects achieving therapeutic targets of LDL-C (<130 mg/dl); secondary outcomes were the effects on HDL-C, glycated haemoglobin and insulin levels. Data from an overall sample of 359 adult individuals (age 55.2 ± 11.1 years, women 57.7%, LDL-C 157.3 ± 22.6 mg/dl, HDL-C 50.7 ± 13.0 mg/dl) are reported. 72% of subjects treated with LopiGLIK® and 43% treated with Armolipid Plus® achieved the primary endpoint (p < 0.0001). Both treatments reduced plasma levels of total and LDL-C and triglycerides (p < 0.001 for all comparisons). The treatments also reduced systolic and diastolic blood pressure, plasma levels of glycated haemoglobin, insulin and HOMA index. The changes induced by LopiGLIK® in all these metabolic parameters were greater than those obtained with Armolipid Plus®. CONCLUSIONS The present analysis shows that LopiGLIK® may represent a more effective tool for clinical management of CV risk factors in subjects with mild hypercholesterolemia.
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- V Trimarco
- Hypertension Research Center, Federico II University, Naples, Italy; Department of Neurosciences, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, University of Rome Sapienza, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, University of Rome Sapienza, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy; IRCCS Neuromed, Pozzilli, IS, Italy
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- Hypertension Research Center, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Hypertension Research Center, Federico II University, Naples, Italy.
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, University of Rome Sapienza, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy; IRCCS Neuromed, Pozzilli, IS, Italy
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Hussain F, Rana Z, Shafique H, Malik A, Hussain Z. Phytopharmacological potential of different species of Morus alba and their bioactive phytochemicals: A review. Asian Pac J Trop Biomed 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apjtb.2017.09.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Zhang J, Liu R, Kuang HY, Gao XY, Liu HL. Protective treatments and their target retinal ganglion cells in diabetic retinopathy. Brain Res Bull 2017; 132:53-60. [DOI: 10.1016/j.brainresbull.2017.05.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2017] [Accepted: 05/10/2017] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Fazio F, Carrizzo A, Lionetto L, Damato A, Capocci L, Ambrosio M, Battaglia G, Bruno V, Madonna M, Simmaco M, Nicoletti F, Vecchione C. Vasorelaxing Action of the Kynurenine Metabolite, Xanthurenic Acid: The Missing Link in Endotoxin-Induced Hypotension? Front Pharmacol 2017; 8:214. [PMID: 28507519 PMCID: PMC5410560 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2017.00214] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2017] [Accepted: 04/05/2017] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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The kynurenine pathway of tryptophan metabolism is activated by pro-inflammatory cytokines. L-kynurenine, an upstream metabolite of the pathway, acts as a putative endothelium-derived relaxing factor, and has been hypothesized to play a causative role in the pathophysiology of inflammation-induced hypotension. Here, we show that xanthurenic acid (XA), the transamination product of 3-hydroxykynurenine, is more efficacious than L-kynurenine in causing relaxation of a resistance artery, but fails to relax pre-contracted aortic rings. In the mesenteric artery, XA enhanced activating phosphorylation of endothelial nitric oxide synthase (NOS), and the relaxing action of XA was abrogated by pharmacological inhibition of NOS and endothelial-derived hyperpolarizing factor. Systemic injection of XA reduced blood pressure in mice, and serum levels of XA increased by several fold in response to a pulse with the endotoxin, lipopolysaccharide (LPS). LPS-induced hypotension in mice was prevented by pre-treatment with the kynurenine monooxygenase (KMO) inhibitor, Ro-618048, which lowered serum levels of XA but enhanced serum levels of L-kynurenine. UPF 648, another KMO inhibitor, could also abrogate LPS-induced hypotension. Our data identify XA as a novel vasoactive compound and suggest that formation of XA is a key event in the pathophysiology of inflammation-induced hypotension.
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Affiliation(s)
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- Advanced Molecular Diagnostic, IDI Istituto Dermopatico dell'Immacolata (IRCCS),Rome, Italy
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- Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo (IRCCS),Pozzilli, Italy
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- Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo (IRCCS),Pozzilli, Italy
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- Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo (IRCCS),Pozzilli, Italy.,Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Sapienza University of RomeRome, Italy
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- School of Medicine and Psychology, NESMOS Department, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of RomeRome, Italy
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- Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo (IRCCS),Pozzilli, Italy.,Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Sapienza University of RomeRome, Italy
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- Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo (IRCCS),Pozzilli, Italy.,Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of SalernoBaronissi, Italy
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Motor phenotype is not associated with vascular dysfunction in symptomatic Huntington's disease transgenic R6/2 (160 CAG) mice. Sci Rep 2017; 7:42797. [PMID: 28211486 PMCID: PMC5314343 DOI: 10.1038/srep42797] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2016] [Accepted: 01/12/2017] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Whereas Huntington’s disease (HD) is unequivocally a neurological disorder, a critical mass of emerging studies highlights the occurrence of peripheral pathology like cardiovascular defects in both animal models and humans. The overt impairment in cardiac function is normally expected to be associated with peripheral vascular dysfunction, however whether this assumption is reasonable or not in HD is still unknown. In this study we functionally characterized the vascular system in R6/2 mouse model (line 160 CAG), which recapitulates several features of human pathology including cardiac disease. Vascular reactivity in different arterial districts was determined by wire myography in symptomatic R6/2 mice and age-matched wild type (WT) littermates. Disease stage was assessed by using well-validated behavioural tests like rotarod and horizontal ladder task. Surprisingly, no signs of vascular dysfunction were detectable in symptomatic mice and no link with motor phenotype was found.
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