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Qiu S, Wu X, Wu Q, Jin X, Li H, Roy R. Pharmacological Action of Baicalin on Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in Pregnant Animals Induced by Streptozotocin via AGE-RAGE Signaling Pathway. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 2024; 196:1636-1651. [PMID: 37436545 DOI: 10.1007/s12010-023-04586-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Baicalin (BC) is a flavonoid reported to have various pharmacological activities, including antioxidant, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergy, immune regulation, and anti-diabetic. This study examines the probable mechanism for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) brought on by streptozotocin (STZ) and the impact of BC on fetal development via AGEs (advanced serum glycation end products) and RAGE (the role of advanced glycation end products). MATERIAL AND METHOD STZ has been used in the current experimental study to induce diabetes mellitus in pregnant animals (gestational diabetes mellitus). GDM pregnant animals were separated into five groups and were treated with BC in a dose-dependent pattern for 19 days. At the end of the experiment, the fetus and blood samples were drawn from all the pregnant rats to assess the biochemical parameter as well as AGE-RAGE. RESULT Administration of BC at varying doses leads to enhancement in the weight of the fetus body and placenta while gestational diabetic pregnant animals induced by STZ had a lower weight of the fetus body and placenta. The dose-dependent pattern of BC also enhanced fasting insulin (FINS), high-density lipoprotein (HDL), serum insulin, and hepatic glycogen. It also significantly enhanced the content of the antioxidant profile and pro-inflammatory cytokines and modulated the gene expression (VCAM- 1, p65, EGFR, MCP-1, 1NOX2, and RAGE) in various tissues in gestational diabetes mellitus pregnant rats. CONCLUSION Baicalin demonstrated the potential impact on the embryo's development via the AGE-RAGE signaling pathway in STZ-induced GDM pregnant animals.
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- Shuqiong Qiu
- Zhucheng Maternal and Child Health Center, No. 343 Dongguan Street, Zhucheng, Weifang, Shandong, 262200, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The West District of Qingdao Municipal Hospital (Group), No. 2, Chaocheng Road, 266001, Qingdao, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- Anser Science Joint Laboratory Platform, Jinan, 250000, People's Republic of China
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- Anser Science Joint Laboratory Platform, Jinan, 250000, People's Republic of China
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- Shandong Provincial Third Hospital, Shandong University, Tianqiao District, No.11 Wuyingshan Middle, RoadShandong Province, Jinan, 250031, People's Republic of China.
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- SHRM Biotechnologies Pvt. Ltd, Kolkata, India
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Nikpayam O, Saghafi-Asl M, Safaei E, Bahreyni N, Sadra V, Asgharian P. The effect of Abelmoschus esculentus L. (Okra) extract supplementation on glycaemic control, inflammation, kidney function and expression of PPAR- α, PPAR- γ, TGF- β and Nrf-2 genes in patients with diabetic nephropathy: a triple-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled trial. Br J Nutr 2024; 131:648-657. [PMID: 37840235 DOI: 10.1017/s0007114523002180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2023]
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The present study was carried out to evaluate the effects of okra extract supplementation on kidney function, glycaemic control, inflammation and gene expression in patients with diabetic nephropathy (DN). A total of sixty-four DN patients based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria were recruited in this triple-blind placebo-controlled randomised clinical trial. Participants were randomly allocated to receive a 125-mg capsule of dried okra extract (DOE) (n 32) or placebo (n 32) for 10 weeks. At the baseline and endpoint of the trial, kidney function, glycaemic indices, inflammation and gene expression were evaluated. Statistical analysis showed that fasting blood glucose, HbA1c and insulin resistance significantly reduced in the DOE group although between-group analysis did not show any significant difference. Also, no significant difference was observed in urine protein, urine creatinine and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein between the two groups. Furthermore, gene expression of PPAR-α, PPAR-γ, transforming growth factor-beta and Nrf-2 did not affect the end of the trial in comparison with the baseline. According to the present study, DOE did not have impressive effects on kidney function, inflammation, glycaemic management and gene expression in patients with DN.
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- Omid Nikpayam
- Department of Nutrition, School of Health, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran
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- Nutrition Research Center, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Department of Clinical Nutrition, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Science, Tabriz, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Endocrine Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Drug Applied Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Kushi EN, Belachew T, Tamiru D. The impacts of okra consumption on the nutritional status of pregnant women, west Ethiopia. Food Sci Nutr 2023; 11:5554-5564. [PMID: 37701227 PMCID: PMC10494605 DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.3512] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Revised: 05/27/2023] [Accepted: 05/30/2023] [Indexed: 09/14/2023] Open
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Food-insecurity and poor-quality diets remain a challenge for pregnant women. Consumption of okra has a great impact on improving the nutritional status of pregnant women. Okra plays a critical role in the prevention of malnutrition among pregnant women living in resource-limited settings. The evidence is scarce on the impacts of okra on mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) measurement of pregnant women. A community-based cross-sectional study was employed among randomly selected 224 pregnant women from June 1 to July 30, 2020. An interviewer-administered questionnaire was used. The MUAC was measured by using an adult MUAC measuring tape. Data were entered into Epi-data version 3.1 and exported to SPSS version 25 for analysis by linear regression. The statistical significance of variables was declared at a p-value of .05, and unstandardized beta (β) coefficients along with a 95% confidence interval were computed. The proportion of pregnant women with low MUAC (≤22 cm) was 42.4%. In the multivariable linear regression model, hemoglobin concentration (β = 0.346, [95% CI: 0.153, 0.539], p = .001), food insecurity (β = -0.887, (95% CI: -1.441, -0.334), p = .002), daily consumption of okra (β = 1.269, [95% CI: 0.583, 1.956], p ≤ .001), and women working in NGO (β = 0.443, [95% CI: 0.256, 0.630], p ≤ .001) were significant variables. The prevalence of malnutrition among pregnant women (MUAC ≤ 22 cm) was 42.4%. Therefore, behavioral change communication interventions to promote okra consumption on regular basis were recommended.
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- Departments of Nutrition and DieteticsJimma UniversityJimmaEthiopia
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- Departments of Nutrition and DieteticsJimma UniversityJimmaEthiopia
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Phoswa WN, Mokgalaboni K. Comprehensive Overview of the Effects of Amaranthus and Abelmoschus esculentus on Markers of Oxidative Stress in Diabetes Mellitus. Life (Basel) 2023; 13:1830. [PMID: 37763234 PMCID: PMC10532493 DOI: 10.3390/life13091830] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Revised: 08/25/2023] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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The use of medicinal plants in the management of diabetes mellitus (DM) is extensively reported. However, there is still very limited information on the role of these plants as markers of oxidative stress in DM. This current review evaluated the effect of Amaranthus spinosus, Amaranthus hybridus, and Abelmoschus esculentus on markers of oxidative stress in rodent models of DM. Current findings indicate that these plants have the potential to reduce prominent markers of oxidative stress, such as serum malondialdehyde and thiobarbituric acid-reactive substances, while increasing enzymes that act as antioxidants, such as superoxide dismutase, catalase, glutathione, and glutathione peroxidase. This may reduce reactive oxygen species and further ameliorate oxidative stress in DM. Although the potential benefits of these plants are acknowledged in rodent models, there is still a lack of evidence showing their efficacy against oxidative stress in diabetic patients. Therefore, we recommend future clinical studies in DM populations, particularly in Africa, to evaluate the potential effects of these plants. Such studies would contribute to enhancing our understanding of the significance of incorporating these plants into dietary practices for the prevention and management of DM.
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- Wendy N. Phoswa
- Department of Life and Consumer Sciences, University of South Africa (UNISA), Science Campus, Private Bag X6, Florida, Roodepoort 1710, South Africa;
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Abdel-Razek MAM, Abdelwahab MF, Abdelmohsen UR, Hamed ANE. A Review: Pharmacological Activity and Phytochemical Profile of Abelmoschus esculentus (2010-2022). RSC Adv 2023; 13:15280-15294. [PMID: 37213342 PMCID: PMC10196740 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra01367g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 05/23/2023] Open
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Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench (okra) which belongs to the family Malvaceae is a commonly consumed vegetable that consists of the seed component which is rich in polyphenolic compounds. The aim of this study is to highlight the chemical and biological diversity of A. esculentus. This plant contains many vitamins, minerals, proteins and carbohydrates in addition to flavonoids, terpenes, phenolic compounds and sterols. These variations in the chemical composition resulted in different therapeutic activities including antidiabetic, hypolipidemic, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anticancer, wound healing, hepatoprotective, immunomodulator, neuroprotective, and gastroprotective activities in addition to cardioprotective activity.
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- Marwa A M Abdel-Razek
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University 61519 Minia Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University 61519 Minia Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University 61519 Minia Egypt
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Deraya University, Universities Zone 61111 New Minia City Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University 61519 Minia Egypt
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Rani R, Chitme H, Sharma AK. Effect of Tinospora cordifolia on gestational diabetes mellitus and its complications. Women Health 2023:1-11. [PMID: 37080903 DOI: 10.1080/03630242.2023.2197083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/22/2023]
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Ayurvedic system of medicine uses giloy or guduchi, also known as Tinospora cordifolia (TC), to treat diabetes and related diseases like hyperglycemia and hyperlipididemia. However, its usage in gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is not well studied. The primary objective of the study was to examine the effects of water extract of TC called satva, essential oil, and hydroalcoholic (HA) extract on GDM and its complications and to explore their mechanism of action using mice model. We used streptozotocin-induced diabetes in pregnant mice as murine model and tested TC preparations for anti-GDM activities. Blood glucose, insulin, litter size, and placental weight were assessed. ELISA method was used to measure plasma insulin level to compute homeostatic model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR), quantitative insulin sensitivity check index (QUICKI), and homeostatic model assessment for assessing beta cell function (HOMA-Beta) levels to estimate insulin resistance, insulin sensitivity, and beta cell function respectively. TC-treated groups had significantly higher serum insulin levels, QUICKI, average litter size, and lower placental weight (p < .001). TC oil and HA extract increased pancreatic beta cell activity according to the level of HOMA-Beta. TC lowered placenta weight and increased litter size significantly compared to control group. Our findings suggest that TC preparations preserve pancreatic beta cells, increase insulin production, decrease insulin resistance, and improve beta cell function, hence preventing GDM. TC preparations also reduced placental weight and increased litter size in mice. Based on these results, we recommend the clinical trial and testing of TC preparations for management of GDM and associated complications. Refer graphical abstract (Figure S1).
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- Ritu Rani
- Faculty of Pharmacy, DIT University, Dehradun, India
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Zaki MSA, Abadi AM, El-Kott AF, Mohamed G, Alrashdi BM, Eid RA, Salem ET. Protective efficacy of luteolin against aflatoxinB1-induced toxicity, oxidative damage, and apoptosis in the rat liver. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:52358-52368. [PMID: 36840879 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-26085-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2022] [Accepted: 02/19/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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One particularly harmful mycotoxin, aflatoxin B1 (AFB1), usually triggers liver toxicity and oxidative stress in both humans and other mammals. Luteolin (LUTN), a popular active phytochemical molecule, exhibits a strong antioxidant potential. The purpose of this investigation was to explore the potential molecular mechanism in rats and determine if LUTN exhibits protective benefits against AFB1-induced hepatotoxicity. Random selection was used to determine the four treatment groups, each consisting of 24 rats (n = 6). Physiological saline was administered to group 1 (CONT); group 2 received LUTN for a dosage of 50-mg/kg BW. AFB1 was administered to group 3 for a dosage of 0.75-mg/kg BW, and AFB1 with LUTN was given to group 4 at the same dosages mentioned in the previous groups. Rats intoxicated with AFB1 alterations of hepatic transaminases, aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and alanine aminotransferase (ALT), displayed periportal mononuclear cell infiltrations, disorganized lobular architecture, and dispersed necrotic cells in their liver tissues. By reducing serum biochemical levels of the hepatic transaminases ALT and AST brought on by AFB1 exposure, our results demonstrated that LUTN treatment considerably restored liver injury. Through lowering the production of malondialdehyde (MDA) and reactive oxygen species (ROS), as well as by boosting the activity of the antioxidant enzyme catalase (CAT) and superoxide dismutase (SOD), LUTN mitigated the oxidative stress brought on by AFB1. Our findings showed that LUTN significantly reversed the liver damage caused by AFB1. When considered as a whole, LUTN may protect the liver from damage brought on by AFB1 by acting as a potential mitigator and may aid in the creation of cutting-edge therapies to treat liver illnesses in humans and/or animals.
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- Mohamed Samir A Zaki
- Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Histology and Cell Biology, College of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, King Khalid University, Abha, 61421, Saudi Arabia.
- Department of Zoology, College of Science, Damanhour University, Damanhour, 22511, Egypt.
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- Department of Human Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Biology Department, College of Science, Jouf University, P.O. Box 2014, Sakaka, 72388, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pathology, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Basic Science, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Horus University-Egypt, New Damietta, 34518, Egypt
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Yang D, Lew HL, Mak YY, Ou SJL, Lim JA, Lu Y, Seah CLY, Tan MQH, Huang D, Tai ES, Liu MH. Incorporation of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench) seed powder into fresh rice noodles with tapioca starch improves postprandial glycemia, insulinemia and satiety in healthy human volunteers. J Funct Foods 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2022.105382] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Wu K, Jia S, Xue D, Rajput SA, Liu M, Qi D, Wang S. Dual effects of zearalenone on aflatoxin B1-induced liver and mammary gland toxicity in pregnant and lactating rats. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2022; 245:114115. [PMID: 36179448 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2022.114115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2022] [Revised: 09/08/2022] [Accepted: 09/22/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Food and feed are frequently co-contaminated with aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) and zearalenone (ZEN). This study investigated the effects of ZEN on the AFB1-induced liver and mammary gland toxicity in pregnant and lactating rats. AFB1 and ZEN co-exposure inhibited the growth of rats and caused oxidative stress and inflammatory responses in the liver and mammary gland. Compared with the AFB1-only group, damage was aggravated in the AFB1 + 10 mg/kg ZEN group, and the AFB1 + 1 mg/kg ZEN group showed a reduction in some metrics. The metabolomic results of the mammary gland showed that metabolite changes were mainly in lipid, amino acid, and glucose metabolism. Compared with the AFB1 + 0 mg/kg ZEN group, the AFB1 + 1 mg/kg ZEN group had the most metabolite changes. Moreover, AFB1 and ZEN co-exposure reduced the levels of sex hormones and RNA m6A methylation in the mammary gland. We speculate that ZEN affects the toxicity of AFB1 to the liver and mammary gland by interfering with the function of sex hormones, regulating cell proliferation and metabolic processes.
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- Kuntan Wu
- Department of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, College of Animal Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Department of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, College of Animal Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Department of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, College of Animal Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Department of Animal Feed and Production, Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan 60000, Pakistan
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- Department of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, College of Animal Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Department of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, College of Animal Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China.
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- Department of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, College of Animal Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China.
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Intervention Effects of Okra Extract on Brain-Gut Peptides and Intestinal Microorganisms in Sleep Deprivation Rats. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2022; 2022:9855411. [PMID: 36193125 PMCID: PMC9526647 DOI: 10.1155/2022/9855411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2022] [Accepted: 08/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Objective Okra, possessing various bioactive components, is used to treat different diseases. This study sought to estimate the intervention effects of okra extract (OE) on brain-gut peptides (BGPs) and intestinal microorganisms in sleep deprivation (SD) rats. Methods SD rat models were established using the modified multiple platform method and then treated with normal saline, diazepam tablets, or different doses of OE. Body weight and average daily water consumption of rats were recorded. Depressive behaviors of rats were assessed by the open field test and sucrose preference test. Serum levels of noradrenaline, melatonin, inflammatory factors (IL-1β/IL-6/TNF-α/IL-4/IL-10), and BGP indexes, including gastrin (GAS), motilin (MTL), 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT), cholecystokinin (CCK), and vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP) were measured by ELISA. Additionally, the DNA relative contents of representative intestinal microorganisms in the collected rat feces were determined using RT-qPCR. Results SD decreased body weight and average daily water consumption and induced depressive behaviors as well as stress and inflammatory responses in rats. SD rats exhibited lowered GAS, MTL, 5-HT, and VIP but elevated CCK and showed diminished DNA relative contents of Bacteroidetes and probiotics (Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli) but increased Clostridium perfringens. OE at different doses ameliorated the depressive behaviors and mitigated the stress and inflammatory responses in SD rats, raised the serum contents of GAS, MTL, 5-HT, and VIP, reduced CCK level, elevated the DNA relative contents of Bacteroidetes and probiotics, but diminished Clostridium perfringens. OE exhibited similar intervention effects to diazepam tablets (positive control). Conclusion OE exerts intervention effects on BGPs and intestinal microorganisms in SD rats.
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Nikpayam O, Safaei E, Bahreyni N, Sadra V, Saghafi-Asl M, Fakhr L. The effect of Abelmoschus esculentus L. (Okra) extract supplementation on dietary intake, appetite, anthropometric measures, and body composition in patients with diabetic nephropathy. Health Promot Perspect 2022; 12:169-177. [PMID: 36276416 PMCID: PMC9508394 DOI: 10.34172/hpp.2022.21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Accepted: 01/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Background: Diabetes is a risk factor for chronic kidney disease because it induces nephropathy. Okra is a rich source of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fibers, of which favorable effects in diabetes have been reported in many animal studies. The present trial aimed to investigate the effect of dried okra extract (DOE) supplementation on anthropometric measures, body composition, appetite, and dietary intake in diabetic nephropathy (DN) patients. Methods: In this triple-blind placebo-controlled randomized clinical trial, 64 DN patients were randomly allocated to receive a 125-mg capsule of DOE (n=32) or placebo (n=32) for 10 weeks. At baseline and endpoint of the trial, anthropometric variables, body composition indices, dietary intake, and appetite scores were evaluated. Results: The results showed that energy (P=0.047, CI: -425.87, -3.25, ES: 0.539) and carbohydrate (P=0.038, CI: -85.64, -2.53, ES: 0.555) intake as well as desire to eat salty food (P=0.023) were reduced in DOE group at the endpoint, compared to the baseline values. However, anthropometric measures, body composition, and appetite score were not significantly different between the two study groups. Conclusion: In conclusion, the present clinical trial showed that DOE could significantly decrease energy intake and carbohydrate consumption in the DN patients. Further clinical trials are needed to determine the effects of this supplement.
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- Omid Nikpayam
- Student Research Committee, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Nutrition Research Center, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Nutrition Research Center, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Nutrition Research Center, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Endocrine Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Nutrition Research Center, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Drug Applied Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Department of Clinical Nutrition, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Science, Tabriz, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Nutrition Research Center, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Ma Y, Xu S, Meng J, Li L. Protective effect of nimbolide against streptozotocin induced gestational diabetes mellitus in rats via alteration of inflammatory reaction, oxidative stress, and gut microbiota. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY 2022; 37:1382-1393. [PMID: 35212444 DOI: 10.1002/tox.23491] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2021] [Revised: 01/17/2022] [Accepted: 02/05/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a significant pregnancy-related condition, which showed effect on the development of fetal. Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant therapy commonly used for the treatment of GDM. Nimbolide already confirmed their anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant effect against various animal disease model. Our objective in this research is to investigate the protective effect of nimbolide against STZ induced GDM and elucidate the mechanism. METHODS In this experimental study, pregnant female Wistar rats were used and STZ (40 mg/kg) was used to induce the GDM. Blood glucose level (BGL), body weight and plasma insulin were assessed at regular time (gestational day 0, 9, and 18). Water intake, food intake, fecal and urine output were also estimated. In the female rats, hemoglobin (Hb), glycalated hemoglobin (HbA1c), hepatic glycogen, fructosamine, adiponectin, leptin, lipid, antioxidant and inflammatory cytokines parameters were estimated. In the fetuses, the fetues weight, implementation loss, and fetal weight were estimated. At the completion of the protocol, biochemical parameters were calculated. Gut microbiota was estimated in end of the study. RESULTS Nimbolide treatment significantly (p < .001) improved the fetuses level and suppressed the fetal weight and implantation loss. Nimbolide treatment significantly (p < .001) suppressed the BGL and enhanced the body weight, insulin level. Nimbolide treatment suppressed the water intake, food intake, urinary and fecal output. Nimbolide significantly (p < .001) suppressed the fructosamine, leptin and enhanced the adiponectin level. Nimbolide treatment significantly (p < .001) decreased the malonaldehyde (MDA) level and boosted the total antioxidant capacity (TAC), superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), glutathione S-transferase (GST) and catalase (CAT); suppressed the level of TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, and boosted the level of IL-10. Furthermore, nimbolide treatment reversed the gut microbiota alteration induced via STZ in female rats. At the phylum level, the Firmicutes and Bacteroidetes relative abundance was altered via nimbolide treatment. The ratio of F/B boosted in GDM group and nimbolide treatment significantly (p < .001) suppressed. Nimbolide considerably suppressed the firmicutes and enhanced the Bacteroidetes, CAG-352, Lacnospirace. CONCLUSION Based on the findings, we may conclude that nimbolide protects the pregnant rats from GDM via alteration of inflammation, oxidative stress, and gut microbiota.
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- Yifei Ma
- Department of Obstetrics, Central Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, Central Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, Central Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, Central Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
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An X, Luo X, Liu T, Li W, Zou L. Development and Application of Fruit Color-Related Expressed Sequence Tag-Simple Sequence Repeat Markers in Abelmoschus esculentus on the Basis of Transcriptome Sequencing. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2022; 13:907895. [PMID: 35677229 PMCID: PMC9168766 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2022.907895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Accepted: 04/19/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Abelmoschus esculentus is a medicinal and edible plant that contains large amounts of active ingredients, including anthocyanins, polysaccharides, flavonoids, and terpenoids. However, because of a relative lack of molecular research, there are few molecular markers applicable for this plant species. In this study, on the basis of A. esculentus fruit color-related transcriptome sequencing data, we analyzed the patterns of simple sequence repeats (SSRs) in differentially expressed genes (DEGs) and revealed the biological processes and metabolic pathways associated with the related genes. We also designed primers for SSR loci to develop SSR molecular markers. Primers were synthesized using a DEG associated with a protein-protein interaction network. Polymorphic SSR markers were screened for the subsequent examination of A. esculentus germplasm resources and fruit color association analysis. The results indicated that 24.98% of the unigenes contained SSR motifs. Single-base (mononucleotide) repeats were the main SSRs, followed by trinucleotide and dinucleotide repeats. We selected 47 expressed sequence tag (EST)-SSR primer pairs for the genotyping of 153 A. esculentus varieties/lines. We ultimately obtained 21 EST-SSR markers suitable for genotyping. A generalized linear model-based association analysis detected two EST-SSR markers significantly associated with A. esculentus fruit color. In conclusion, several EST-SSR and SSR molecular markers in A. esculentus were developed in this study. The fruit color-associated markers may be useful for the molecular marker-assisted breeding of new A. esculentus varieties.
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Meng R, Gao Q, Liang R, Guan L, Liu S, Zhu Q, Su D, Xia Y, Ma X. Changes in gene expression in rat placenta at gestational day 16.5 in response to hyperglycemia. Gen Comp Endocrinol 2022; 320:113999. [PMID: 35217063 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygcen.2022.113999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2021] [Revised: 02/11/2022] [Accepted: 02/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a serious pregnancy complication. Hyperglycemia induces abnormal placental development and function. However, the mechanism is unclear. Previous research showed streptozocin (STZ) injection sustained hyperglycemia throughout pregnancy in rodents. Our current results showed that the placenta from hyperglycemic STZ-treated rats was about 20% heavier than that of controls. The relative thickness of each layer of the placenta was also significantly different on gestational day (GD) 16.5. Gene expression was analyzed by RNA sequencing to explore reasons for the abnormal placenta. In total, 2100 differential expressed genes (DEGs), including 1327 up-regulated and 773 down-regulated genes, were identified. Gene ontogeny (GO) analysis revealed DEGs involved in developmental process, growth, metabolic process, cell junction, molecular transducer activity and signaling. By KEGG analysis, DEGs were mainly related to the endocrine system, development, signal transduction and cell growth and death. The KEGG results were partly consistent with GO results, with DEGs mainly focused on biochemical signal pathways such as cell growth and death (e.g., Abl1, Bbc3 and Camk2d), and signal transduction (e.g., Abl1, Ceacam1 and Arnt). These genes may play a dominant role in abnormal cell proliferation and signaling disorders. These results suggest that DEGs play a role in diabetic-induced placental abnormalities. One or more of these DEGs may be involved in the etiology of placental weight increase caused by hyperglycemia.
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- Rui Meng
- Graduate School of Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100730, China; Department of Genetics, National Research Institute for Family Planning, Health Department, Beijing 100081, China
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- Laboratory of Novel Pharmaceutical Excipients, Sustained and Controlled Release Preparations, College of Medicine and Nursing, Dezhou University, Dezhou 253023, China
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- College of Life Science, Dezhou University, Dezhou, Shandong, China
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- Graduate School of Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100730, China
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- Mudanjiang Medical College, Mudanjiang, Heilongjiang, China
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- College of Life Science, Dezhou University, Dezhou, Shandong, China
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- Graduate School of Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100730, China; Department of Genetics, National Research Institute for Family Planning, Health Department, Beijing 100081, China.
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Shougang Hospital,Beijing, China.
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- Graduate School of Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100730, China; Department of Genetics, National Research Institute for Family Planning, Health Department, Beijing 100081, China.
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Zhang X, Zheng S, Li H. Protective Effect of Diosmin Against Streptozotocin-Induced Gestational Diabetes Mellitus via AGEs-RAGE Signalling Pathway. INT J PHARMACOL 2022. [DOI: 10.3923/ijp.2022.363.373] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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LIN H, LI S, ZHANG J, LIN S, TAN BK, HU J. Functional food ingredients for control of gestational diabetes mellitus: a review. FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1590/fst.03621] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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- Huiting LIN
- Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, China
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- Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, China
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- Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, China
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- Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, China
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- University of Leicester, United Kingdom; University Hospitals Leicester NHS Trust, United Kingdom
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- Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, China; University of Leicester, United Kingdom
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The effects of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) products on glycemic control and lipid profile: A comprehensive systematic review. J Funct Foods 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2021.104795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Luthfi M, Yuliati, Wijayanti EH, Abdul Razak FB, Irmalia WR. The efficacy of okra fruit extract on the expression of transforming growth factor beta 1 in the tooth socket of diabetic Wistar rats. Dent Res J (Isfahan) 2021; 18:91. [PMID: 35003556 PMCID: PMC8672125 DOI: 10.4103/1735-3327.330872] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2020] [Revised: 03/18/2021] [Accepted: 05/03/2021] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Patients with diabetes mellitus suffer from an additional macrophage dysfunction in the secretion of growth factor, which later decreases transforming growth factor beta 1 (TGF-β1). This condition disrupts proliferation and angiogenesis. Extract of okra fruit (Abelmoschus esculentus) contains flavonoid, an active substance which acts as antioxidant, anti-inflammation, and antidiabetes. The purpose of this study is to analyze the difference in TGF-β1 expression in wound-healing process after tooth extraction of diabetic Wistar rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS This is a laboratory experimental study using pretest and posttest on 24 Wistar rats which are divided into two groups: control group (treated with streptozotocin induction but without administration of okra fruit extract) and treatment group (treated with streptozotocin induction and oral administration of 250 mg/kg okra fruit extract once a day). Extractions of the rats' mandibular left incisors were performed using a pair of modified forceps and an elevator. The tooth sockets were then irrigated using saline solution. Four rats in each group were sacrificed on day 3 (KO1, PO1), 5 (KO2, PO2), and 7 (KO3, PO3). The socket tissues from the rats were then immunohistochemically analyzed. Data were analyzed at level significance of 0.05. RESULTS The average level of TGF-β1 expression in the treatment groups was higher compared to the control group: PO1 (11.59 ± 0.58), PO2 (15.15 ± 1.07), and PO3 (18.75 ± 2.73) as compared to KO1 (5.32 ± 1.69), KO2 (8.47 ± 0.60), and KO3 (9.28 ± 1.16) with P = 0.001. CONCLUSION The administration of okra fruit extract can increase the level of TGF-β1 in wounds after tooth extraction of diabetic Wistar rats.
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- Muhammad Luthfi
- Department of Oral Biology, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia,Address for correspondence: Dr. Muhammad Luthfi, Department of Oral Biology, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga. Mayjend. Prof.Dr. Moestopo 47 60 132 Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia. E-mail:
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- Department of Oral Biology, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Department of Undergraduate Program, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Department of Oral and Craniofacial Sciences. Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Li Y, Xie H, Zhang H. Protective effect of sinomenine against inflammation and oxidative stress in gestational diabetes mellitus in female rats via TLR4/MyD88/NF-κB signaling pathway. J Food Biochem 2021; 45:e13952. [PMID: 34636046 DOI: 10.1111/jfbc.13952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2021] [Revised: 08/08/2021] [Accepted: 08/15/2021] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a dangerous complication of pregnancy which is induced via dysfunction in glucose metabolism during pregnancy. Sinomenine (SM) has already proved an antidiabetic effect against streptozotocin (STZ)-induced diabetes mellitus (DM) in rats. In this protocol, we examined the protective effect of SM against STZ-induced GDM in rats. Wistar rats were divided into three groups and STZ (40 mg/kg) was used to induce GDM. At the end of the experimental protocol, bodyweight, pub weight, and survival rate were estimated. Blood glucose level (BGL), fasting insulin (FINS), free fatty acid (FFA), Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c), and C-peptide were measured. Lipid, antioxidant, inflammatory cytokines, and inflammatory mediators were also determined. RT-PCR was used for estimation of the role of TLR4/MyD88/NF-κB signaling pathway. SM treatment significantly (p < .001) reduced BGL, hepatic glycogen, and improved the levels of FINS, C-peptide, FFA, and HbA1c. SM significantly (p < .001) suppressed the levels of total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein (LDL), triglycerides (TG), coronary artery index (CAI), very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL), atherogenic index (AI), and boosted high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels. SM significantly (p < .001) decreased the lipid peroxidation (LPO) level and enhanced glutathione peroxidase (GPx), total antioxidant capacity (TAC), glutathione S-transferase (GST), superoxide dismutase (SOD), respectively. It reduced the levels of inflammatory cytokines including interleukin-1β (IL-1β), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), interleukin-6 (IL-6), and inflammatory mediators viz., nuclear kappa B factors (NF-κB). SM significantly (p < .001) reduced the mRNA expression of Myd88, NLRP3, TLR4, and NF-κB, which were boosted in the GDM group rats. These findings suggest that SM could be a probable drug to be used for treating GDM via inhibition of the TLR4 signaling pathway. PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS: It is well known that gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a dangerous health problem during the pregnancy. SM reduced the glucose level; boosted the level of fasting insulin (FINS) and bodyweight. SM significantly improved the number of pubs and their survival rates. SM suppressed oxidative stress and inflammation via activation of TLR4/MyD88/NF-κB signaling pathway. According to our research, SM can be used as a preventive drug in the treatment of GDM during pregnancy.
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- Yanbing Li
- Department of obstetrics, The Third Hospital of Jinan, Jinan, China
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- Department of obstetrics, The Third Hospital of Jinan, Jinan, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Xian XD Group Hospital, Xi'an, China
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Okra ( Abelmoschus esculentus L.) as a Potential Functional Food Source of Mucilage and Bioactive Compounds with Technological Applications and Health Benefits. PLANTS 2021; 10:plants10081683. [PMID: 34451728 PMCID: PMC8399980 DOI: 10.3390/plants10081683] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2021] [Revised: 08/10/2021] [Accepted: 08/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Abelmoschus esculentus has fruit popularly known as okra and belongs to the Malvaceae family. It is commonly used in cooking but also in traditional medicine in the treatment of worms, dysentery, inflammation, and also irritation of the stomach, intestines, and kidneys, as it is a potential functional food. Its mucilage is a highly viscous polysaccharide that is mostly composed of monosaccharides D-galactose, L-rhamnose, and galacturonic acid, as well as proteins and minerals. The functional properties of okra mucilage have been widely studied, mainly for its potential antidiabetic activity; thus, its use as adjuvant or nutraceutical therapy for diabetes is very promising. Due to its rheological properties, it is a potential resource for pharmaceutical and food applications. Okra mucilage can be extracted by several methods, which can directly influence its physicochemical characteristics and biological activity. Features such as low cost, non-toxicity, biocompatibility, and high availability in nature arouse the interest of researchers for the study of okra mucilage. The survey of research on the applications of okra mucilage highlights the importance of using this promising source of bioactive compounds with interesting technological properties. The potential of okra as a functional food, the properties of okra mucilage, and its technological applications are discussed in this review.
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Zheng Y, Zhu N, Wang J, Zhao N, Yuan C. Crocetin suppresses gestational diabetes in streptozotocin-induced diabetes mellitus rats via suppression of inflammatory reaction. J Food Biochem 2021; 45:e13857. [PMID: 34309046 DOI: 10.1111/jfbc.13857] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2021] [Revised: 05/23/2021] [Accepted: 05/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is the serious complication of pregnancy induced via dysfunction in glucose metabolism during the pregnancy. Crocetin already proved antidiabetic effect in streptozotocin (STZ)-induced diabetes mellitus in rats. In this protocol, we have investigated the potential effect of crocetin against STZ-induced GDM in rats. Wistar rats were used for the current protocol; STZ was used for the induction for DM and finally caused the GDM. Body weight and serum advanced glycation end products level were estimated at regular time intervals. We also estimated the fetus weight and placental weight. Biochemical, antioxidant, pro-inflammatory cytokines, inflammatory mediators, and apoptosis parameters were estimated. mRNA expression of NOX2, RAGE, MCP-1, VCAM-1, EGFR, and p65 were also estimated. Crocetin treatment significantly (p < .001) reduced the fetus weight and increased the placental weight and index. Crocetin significantly (p < .001) reduced the blood glucose level and increased the body weight. Crocetin significantly (p < .001) boosted the level of antioxidant enzymes and includes superoxide dismutase, glutathione peroxidase, glutathione, and catalase. Crocetin significantly (p < .001) altered the level of lipid parameters and pro-inflammatory cytokines. Crocetin significantly (p < .001) reduced the level of intercellular adhesion molecule 1, cyclooxygenase-2, and nuclear factor kappa B and increased the level of visfatin against GDM rats. Crocetin significantly (p < .001) altered the level of mRNA expression. Based on the result, we can say that crocetin is a protective drug against the GDM in pregnant rats via antioxidant, inflammatory, and apoptosis parameters. PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS: As we all know, gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) cases rise all over the world. The current investigation showed the protective effect of crocetin on GDM in experimental rats. The current finding exhibited the protective effect of crocetin against STZ-induced GDM via suppression of inflammatory, oxidative, and apoptosis parameters. The result suggests the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect of crocetin. Crocetin can be used as a preventive medication in the treatment of gestational diabetes mellitus, according to the latest findings.
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- Yadi Zheng
- Department of General Medicine, Yantaishan Hospital, Yantai City, China
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- Department of Outpatient, Tengzhou Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Tengzhou, China
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- Department of Gynaecology, Harbin Medical University Tumor Hospital, Haerbin, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, The First Hospital of Handan City, Handan, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, Disinfection Supply Center, The First Hospital of WuHan, Wuhan, China
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Dai S, Meng X, Cai X, Yuan C, Zhao Z, Zhong L, Shi Y, Yin F. Therapeutic effect of ursolic acid on fetal development in pregnant rats with gestational diabetes mellitus via AGEs-RAGE signaling pathway. J Food Biochem 2021; 45:e13651. [PMID: 33586798 DOI: 10.1111/jfbc.13651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2020] [Revised: 01/21/2021] [Accepted: 01/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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To investigate the effect of ursolic acid on the fetal development of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) caused by streptozotocin (STZ) and explore the potential mechanism for it. For the current experimental research, SD rats (pregnant animal) were used. STZ has been used to cause the diabetes mellitus in pregnant rats. Rats with evolved GDM were randomly divided and ursolic acid was given to pregnant rats in the experimental period up to 19 days in a dose-dependent manner. Blood samples and fetal rats of all group rats were collected at 19 days (pregnant rats), fetal rats and placental rats were weighted and the blood glucose, plasma insulin, C-peptide, and lipid parameters of pregnant women were estimated prior to delivery. Advanced serum glycation end-products (AGEs) were estimated at regular intervals in the heart and brain of pregnant rats. Monocyte Chemoattractant Protein-1 (MCP-1), NADPH oxidase 2 (Nox2), Role of advanced glycation end product (RAGE), Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), p65, and vascular cell adhesion molecule 1 (VCAM-1) mRNA expression were estimated in the placenta. STZ-induced GDM pregnant rats showed significantly decreased placental weight and weight of fetal rats and dose-dependent ursolic acid treatment (p < .001) improved placental weight and weight of fetal rats at dose-dependent levels. After the ursolic acid treatment, serum blood glucose and lipid level were improved especially fasting blood glucose (FBG), high density lipoprotein (HDL), hepatic glycogen, fasting insulin (FINS), and serum insulin level and reached near to the normal control group rats. The antioxidant level of pancreas and liver were significantly (p < .001) reduced by the dose-dependent treatment of ursolic acid. Treatment with Ursolic acid moderately but not significantly decreases the risk of fetal development defects relative to the GDM group. The potential effect on fetal development in Pregnant Rats with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus via AGEs-RAGE signaling pathway was shown by Ursolic acid. PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS: As we know that the gestational diabetes mellitus increases worldwide day by day. In the current experimental study, we try to examine the gestational diabetic effect of ursolic acid. The finding of the current study showed the gestational diabetic protective effect in the female rats via AGEs-RAGE signaling pathway. The result showed the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and biochemical parameters. On the basis of the result, we can say that the ursolic acid can be the protective drug for treatment of gestational diabetes mellitus.
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- Senge Dai
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongde Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Suzhou Wuzhong People's Hospital, Suzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongde Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Disinfection Supply Center, The First Hospital of HuBei WuHan, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Yantai Municipal Laiyang Central Hospital, Laiyang, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Chengdu Women's and Children's Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongzhou Maternal & Child Health Hospital of Beijing, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Xuzhou Central Hospital, XuZhou Clinical School of Xuzhou Medical University, The Xuzhou School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University, XuZhou Central Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Southeast University, Xuzhou, China
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WU L, WENG M, ZHENG H, LAI P, TANG B, CHEN J, LI Y. Hypoglycemic effect of okra aqueous extract on streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2020. [DOI: 10.1590/fst.28619] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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- Li WU
- Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of Agricultural Product (Food) Processing, China
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- Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of Agricultural Product (Food) Processing, China
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- Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of Agricultural Product (Food) Processing, China
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- Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of Agricultural Product (Food) Processing, China
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- Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of Agricultural Product (Food) Processing, China
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- Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of Agricultural Product (Food) Processing, China
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- Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of Agricultural Product (Food) Processing, China
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Amadi JA, Amadi PU, Njoku UC. Okra Modulates Regulatory Enzymes and Metabolites of Glucose-Utilizing Pathways in Diabetic Rats. J Am Coll Nutr 2020; 40:689-698. [PMID: 33031022 DOI: 10.1080/07315724.2020.1815249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Using a rat diabetes model, the authors examined how substrates and products of glycolysis and key regulatory enzymes for glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, Kreb's cycle, and glycogen metabolism react to treatment with okra diet therapy, relative to glibenclamide treatment. METHOD The animal grouping involved normoglycemic rats, untreated diabetic rats, and diabetic rats treated with glibenclamide, 50% w/w okra sauce, exclusive okra sauce diet, or sauce without okra. Alloxan monohydrate was the diabetogenic agent. Insulin and adiponectin were assayed with enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) while the metabolites and enzymes were assed using standard spectrophotometric methods. RESULTS The exclusive diet therapy significantly (p < 0.05) improved insulin activities after 60 days and reversed the altered adiponectin activities. Glucose-6-phosphate, fructose-6-phosphate, and fructose-1,6-bisphosphate levels were depleted during diabetes, but phosphoenolpyruvate and pyruvate accumulated during the first short phase of diabetes. Rats in the glibenclamide and 100% okra diet groups showed comparable hexokinase, phosphofructokinase, and pyruvate kinase activities relative to the normoglycemic rats, while the gluconeogenic enzymes, glucose-6-phosphatase, and fructose-1,6-bisphosphatase remained altered. The authors observed that extended treatment with glibenclamide restored the activities of all the Kreb's cycle enzymes, while succinate dehydrogenase and α-ketoglutarate dehydrogenase were nonresponsive to the okra diet therapy relative to their control levels. The glycogen stores were normalized by the exclusive diet therapy, but glycogen synthase and phosphorylase activities were unresponsive. CONCLUSIONS Okra diet has shown insulin-sensitizing potentials with prolonged intake during diabetes as well as the potential to reverse alterations in the major carbohydrate-metabolizing enzyme.
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- Joy Adaku Amadi
- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria
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- Department of Biochemistry, Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Rivers State, Nigeria
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Grafting modification of okra mucilage: Recent findings, applications, and future directions. Carbohydr Polym 2020; 246:116653. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2020.116653] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2020] [Revised: 06/08/2020] [Accepted: 06/14/2020] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Moradi A, Tarrahi MJ, Ghasempour S, Shafiepour M, Clark CCT, Safavi SM. The effect of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) on lipid profiles and glycemic indices in Type 2 diabetic adults: Randomized double blinded trials. Phytother Res 2020; 34:3325-3332. [PMID: 32706159 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.6782] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2019] [Revised: 05/22/2020] [Accepted: 06/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of okra consumption on serum levels of lipid profiles and glycemic indices in Type 2 diabetic (T2D) patients. The present study was a randomized, double-blinded clinical trial, carried out in Kerman, Iran. Sixty T2D patients were randomized into intervention and control groups and received 10 g okra powder blended in 150 g conventional yogurt or conventional yogurt alone, along with dinner and lunch, for 8 weeks. Glycemic markers and lipid profile were assessed, as well as anthropometric measures, at the beginning and end of study. The findings showed that 8 weeks okra consumption resulted in a significant decrease in fasting plasma glucose (-15.61 ± 19.44 vs. -3.40 ± 24.78; p = .02), homeostatic model of assessment for insulin resistance (-1.17 ± 1.61 vs. -0.14 ± 1.64; p = .01), quantitative insulin sensitivity check index (0.01 ± 0.007 vs. 0.00 ± 0.01; p = .004), triacylglycerol (-22.30 ± 32.46 vs. -3.86 ± 30.57; p = .001), total cholesterol (-10.23 ± 10.36 vs. -2.03 ± 13.94; p = .004), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C; -8.15 ± 10.01 vs. -2.31 ± 9.37; p = .02), and LDL-C/high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) ratio (-0.28 ± 0.37 vs. -0.08 ± 0.24; p = .01). No significant difference was observed between groups in HDL-C, glycated hemoglobin, fasting insulin levels, and anthropometric measures. The present study suggests that okra consumption can elicit improvements in lipid profile, as well as glycemic markers, among T2D patients.
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- Arezoo Moradi
- Department of Clinical Nutrition, School of Nutrition and Food Science, Isfahan University of Medical Science, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Health, Isfahan University of Medical Science, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Nutrition, Lorestan University of Medical Science, Khorramabad, Iran
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- Faculty Research Centre for Sport, Exercise and Life Sciences, Coventry University, Coventry, UK
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, School of Nutrition and Food Science, Isfahan University of Medical Science, Isfahan, Iran
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Gou L, Liu G, Ma R, Regmi A, Zeng T, Zheng J, Zhong X, Chen L. High fat-induced inflammation in vascular endothelium can be improved by Abelmoschus esculentus and metformin via increasing the expressions of miR-146a and miR-155. Nutr Metab (Lond) 2020; 17:35. [PMID: 32467714 PMCID: PMC7222555 DOI: 10.1186/s12986-020-00459-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2019] [Accepted: 05/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Background Obesity is associated with chronic inflammation, which contributes to cardiovascular diseases. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are reported to be involved in vascular inflammation and atherosclerosis. Abelmoschus esculentus (AE) and metformin have been suggested to improve inflammation in vascular system. The aim of this study is to evaluate whether miRNAs are involved in high fat induced endothelial inflammation, and whether AE and metformin improve endothelial inflammation by regulating miRNAs. Methods We established high fat treated rats and human aortic endothelial cells (HAECs). AE and metformin were added to explore their effects on endothelial inflammation induced by high fat and the possible mechanism. Results The vascular inflammatory genes were increased in rats treated with high fat diet. The decreased miR-146a and miR-155 were involved in endothelial inflammation induced by high fat through targeting IL-1 receptor-associated kinase 1 (IRAK1), TNF receptor-associated factor 6 (TRAF6) and nuclear factor-κB p65 (NF-κB p65), respectively. While AE and metformin could ameliorate the endothelial inflammation by increasing miR-146a and miR-155. Conclusions These results indicate that miR-146a and miR-155 play roles in the high fat induced endothelial inflammation, which could be potential therapeutic targets. AE and metformin can attenuate endothelial inflammation through regulating miR-146a and miR-155.
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- Luoning Gou
- 1Department of Endocrinology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022 China.,2Department of Endocrinology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030 China
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- 1Department of Endocrinology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022 China.,Hubei provincial Clinical Research Center for Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders, Wuhan, China
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- 1Department of Endocrinology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022 China.,Hubei provincial Clinical Research Center for Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders, Wuhan, China
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- 1Department of Endocrinology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022 China.,Hubei provincial Clinical Research Center for Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders, Wuhan, China
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- 1Department of Endocrinology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022 China.,Hubei provincial Clinical Research Center for Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders, Wuhan, China
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- 1Department of Endocrinology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022 China.,Hubei provincial Clinical Research Center for Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders, Wuhan, China
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- 1Department of Endocrinology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022 China.,Hubei provincial Clinical Research Center for Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders, Wuhan, China
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- 1Department of Endocrinology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022 China.,Hubei provincial Clinical Research Center for Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders, Wuhan, China
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Esmaeilzadeh D, Razavi BM, Hosseinzadeh H. Effect of Abelmoschus esculentus (okra) on metabolic syndrome: A review. Phytother Res 2020; 34:2192-2202. [PMID: 32222004 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.6679] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2019] [Revised: 02/29/2020] [Accepted: 03/12/2020] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Metabolic syndrome is a disorder characterized by dyslipidemia, insulin resistance, abdominal fat, high blood pressure, hypertriglyceridemia, and diminished high density lipoprotein cholesterol. Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.), routinely called lady's finger, has belonged to the Malvaceae family. Okra is considered as a valuable crop due to the multiple functions of its leaves, buds, flowers, pods, stems, and seeds in traditional and modern medicines. Several bioactive components are presented in different parts of okra including polyphenolic compounds especially oligomeric catechins and flavonol derivatives such as quercetin. The antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, immunomodulatory, gastroprotective, neuroprotective, lipid lowering, and antidiabetic effects of okra have been established. Although different in vivo and in vitro studies revealed that okra has an ability to overcome metabolic syndrome symptoms, the lack of clinical studies is notable. So, further clinical trials should be accomplished to confirm the role of okra in metabolic syndrome. The aims of this review are to gather different studies regarding the potential efficacy of okra in metabolic syndrome.
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- Targeted Drug Delivery Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Department of Pharmacodynamics and Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacodynamics and Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Pharmaceutical Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Nampuak C, Tongkhao K. Okra mucilage powder: a novel functional ingredient with antioxidant activity and antibacterial mode of action revealed by scanning and transmission electron microscopy. Int J Food Sci Technol 2019. [DOI: 10.1111/ijfs.14308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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- Chatmanee Nampuak
- Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agro‐Industry Kasetsart University Bangkok 10900 Thailand
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agro‐Industry Kasetsart University Bangkok 10900 Thailand
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Daliu P, Annunziata G, Tenore GC, Santini A. Abscisic acid identification in Okra, Abelmoschus esculentus L. (Moench): perspective nutraceutical use for the treatment of diabetes. Nat Prod Res 2019; 34:3-9. [DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2019.1637874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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- Patricia Daliu
- Department of Pharmacy, University of Napoli Federico II, Napoli, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Napoli Federico II, Napoli, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Napoli Federico II, Napoli, Italy
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Wang Y, Wang L, Xu G, Wei D. Hesperidin Exerts the Gestational Diabetes Mellitus via AGEs-RAGE Signalling Pathway. INT J PHARMACOL 2019. [DOI: 10.3923/ijp.2019.604.615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Durazzo A, Lucarini M, Novellino E, Souto EB, Daliu P, Santini A. Abelmoschus esculentus (L.): Bioactive Components' Beneficial Properties-Focused on Antidiabetic Role-For Sustainable Health Applications. Molecules 2018; 24:molecules24010038. [PMID: 30583476 PMCID: PMC6337517 DOI: 10.3390/molecules24010038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2018] [Revised: 12/17/2018] [Accepted: 12/19/2018] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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The main features of the okra, Abelmoschus esculentus (L.), are highlighted. The evaluation of interactions between biologically active compounds and other components of the food matrix can be considered as the first action in the investigation of potential benefits of this annual herb. Moreover, updated examples of current and innovative directions in an integrated and multidisciplinary approach are discussed, with particular attention to chemometrics. Among the main effects attributed to okra, its antidiabetic property is the focus. Finally, the use of okra in different fields will be discussed.
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- Alessandra Durazzo
- CREA-Research Centre for Food and Nutrition, Via Ardeatina 546, 00178 Rome, Italy.
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- CREA-Research Centre for Food and Nutrition, Via Ardeatina 546, 00178 Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Napoli Federico II, Via D. Montesano 49, 80131 Napoli, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal.
- CEB-Centre of Biological Engineering, University of Minho, Campus de Gualtar, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal.
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Napoli Federico II, Via D. Montesano 49, 80131 Napoli, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Napoli Federico II, Via D. Montesano 49, 80131 Napoli, Italy.
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Ahmed Abd M. Therapeutic Effects of Parsley Extract in Streptozotocin-induced Gestational Diabetic Rats. JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES 2018; 18:364-372. [DOI: 10.3923/jbs.2018.364.372] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/01/2023]
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Wang K, Li M, Wen X, Chen X, He Z, Ni Y. Optimization of ultrasound-assisted extraction of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench) polysaccharides based on response surface methodology and antioxidant activity. Int J Biol Macromol 2018; 114:1056-1063. [PMID: 29625219 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2018.03.145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2018] [Revised: 01/26/2018] [Accepted: 03/23/2018] [Indexed: 02/09/2023]
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This study determined the optimal conditions for ultrasound-assisted extraction of a water-soluble polysaccharide, Raw Okra Polysaccharide, from the fruit of okra using response surface methodology. The optimal extraction temperature, extraction time and ultrasonic power were 59°C, 30min and 522W, respectively, giving a yield of 10.35±0.11%. ROP was further isolated, lyophilized and purified using a DEAE-Sepharose Fast Flow column and Sepharose CL-6B column, revealing three elution peaks subsequently designated ROP -1, -2, and -3, respectively. Of these, ROP-2 showed the highest yield, and was therefore selected for physicochemical analysis and evaluation of antioxidant activity. Gas chromatography, fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, and high-performance liquid chromatography were used to characterize the primary structural features and molecular weight, revealing that ROP-2 is composed of glucose, mannose, galactose, arabinose, xylose, fructose, and rhamnose (molar percentages: 28.8, 12.5, 13.1, 15.9, 9.2, 13.7, and 6.8%, respectively) and has an average molecular weight of 1.92×105Da. A superoxide radical scavenging assay and DPPH radical scavenging assay further revealed the significant in vitro antioxidant activity of ROP-2. These findings present an effective technique for extraction of the natural antioxidant ROP-2, warranting further analysis of its potential application in the food industry.
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- Kunli Wang
- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; National Engineering Research Center for Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Beijing 100083, China; Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Ministry of Agriculture, Beijing 100083, China
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- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; National Engineering Research Center for Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Beijing 100083, China; Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Ministry of Agriculture, Beijing 100083, China
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- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; National Engineering Research Center for Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Beijing 100083, China; Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Ministry of Agriculture, Beijing 100083, China
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- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; National Engineering Research Center for Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Beijing 100083, China; Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Ministry of Agriculture, Beijing 100083, China
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- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; National Engineering Research Center for Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Beijing 100083, China; Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Ministry of Agriculture, Beijing 100083, China
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- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; National Engineering Research Center for Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Beijing 100083, China; Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Ministry of Agriculture, Beijing 100083, China.
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De Novo Transcriptome Assembly and Characterization of the Synthesis Genes of Bioactive Constituents in Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench. Genes (Basel) 2018; 9:genes9030130. [PMID: 29495525 PMCID: PMC5867851 DOI: 10.3390/genes9030130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2018] [Revised: 02/15/2018] [Accepted: 02/19/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Abelmoschus esculentus (okra or lady's fingers) is a vegetable with high nutritional value, as well as having certain medicinal effects. It is widely used as food, in the food industry, and in herbal medicinal products, but also as an ornamental, in animal feed, and in other commercial sectors. Okra is rich in bioactive compounds, such as flavonoids, polysaccharides, polyphenols, caffeine, and pectin. In the present study, the concentrations of total flavonoids and polysaccharides in five organs of okra were determined and compared. Transcriptome sequencing was used to explore the biosynthesis pathways associated with the active constituents in okra. Transcriptome sequencing of five organs (roots, stem, leaves, flowers, and fruits) of okra enabled us to obtain 293,971 unigenes, of which 232,490 were annotated. Unigenes related to the enzymes involved in the flavonoid biosynthetic pathway or in fructose and mannose metabolism were identified, based on Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway analysis. All of the transcriptional datasets were uploaded to Sequence Read Archive (SRA). In summary, our comprehensive analysis provides important information at the molecular level about the flavonoid and polysaccharide biosynthesis pathways in okra.
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Wu D, Zou S, Chen H, Li X, Xu Y, Zuo Q, Pan Y, Jiang SW, Huang H, Sun L. Transplantation routes affect the efficacy of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells in a rat GDM model. Clin Chim Acta 2017; 475:137-146. [PMID: 29050787 DOI: 10.1016/j.cca.2017.10.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2017] [Revised: 10/15/2017] [Accepted: 10/15/2017] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is harmful to both the mother and fetus. Although transplantation of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells (HUMSCs) could be a useful therapy for GDM, the influences of different transplantation routes on the therapeutic effects remain unclear. In this study, we isolated and cultured the HUMSCs for transplantation, and the biological activity of HUMSCs was verified by flow cytometric analysis (the positive markers, CD44, CD73, CD105 and CD90, the negative markers, CD45, CD34, CD19, HLA-DR, and CD11b) and potency of osteogenic, adipogenic and chondrogenic differentiation. Streptozotocin (STZ)-induced diabetes mellitus (DM)/GDM rats were transplanted with HUMSCs by different routes: single or multiple tail vein injection, liver parenchyma, and renal capsule transplantation. These were compared to positive controls (STZ-induced, untreated) and negative controls (non-induced, untreated) to determine the effect of the transplant on the control of DM/GDM. The blood glucose level and body weight of rats in each group were determined and showed different effects. Transplantation of HUMSCs to GDM rats can increase the number of offspring in comparison to the negative controls. The weight of the offspring in the transplantation groups also increased due to the therapeutic effect of HUMSCs. Based on results, we concluded that transplanting HUMSCs could effectively alleviate the symptoms of elevated blood glucose and weight loss and improve the body weight and survival rate of offspring. Injections of HUMSCs were required to persistently decrease the blood glucose of DM and GDM rats. Transplanting HUMSCs into the liver or renal capsule of GDM rats led to a similar efficiency of controlling blood glucose and compensation for body weight. HUMSCs therapy increased the number and body weight of offspring and improved their activity. In summary, this study has enabled progress toward determining the optimal route for GDM therapy.
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MESH Headings
- Animals
- Antigens, CD/genetics
- Antigens, CD/metabolism
- Biomarkers/metabolism
- Blood Glucose/metabolism
- Body Weight
- Cell Differentiation
- Cord Blood Stem Cell Transplantation/methods
- Diabetes, Gestational/chemically induced
- Diabetes, Gestational/metabolism
- Diabetes, Gestational/pathology
- Diabetes, Gestational/therapy
- Disease Models, Animal
- Female
- Gene Expression
- HLA-DR Antigens/genetics
- HLA-DR Antigens/metabolism
- Humans
- Infusions, Intravenous
- Kidney
- Litter Size
- Liver
- Mesenchymal Stem Cells/cytology
- Mesenchymal Stem Cells/physiology
- Pregnancy
- Primary Cell Culture
- Rats
- Rats, Sprague-Dawley
- Streptozocin
- Transplantation, Heterologous/methods
- Transplantation, Heterotopic/methods
- Umbilical Cord/cytology
- Umbilical Cord/physiology
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- Dan Wu
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Histology and Embryology, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong 515000, China
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- Wuxi Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Biomedical Science, Mercer University School of Medicine, Savannah, GA 31404, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China.
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Zein S, Sitti F, Osman M, Arnaud J, Batandier C, Gauchez AS, Rachidi S, Couturier K, Hininger-Favier I. Middle Iron-Enriched Fructose Diet on Gestational Diabetes Risk and on Oxidative Stress in Offspring Rats. Biol Trace Elem Res 2017; 175:405-413. [PMID: 27357939 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-016-0791-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2016] [Accepted: 06/21/2016] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is associated with increased insulin resistance and a heightened level of oxidative stress (OS). Additionally, high iron consumption could also increase insulin resistance and OS, which could aggravate GDM risk. The aim of this study is to evaluate a high fructose diet (F) as an alternative experimental model of GDM on rats. We also have evaluated the worst effect of a fructose iron-enriched diet (FI) on glucose tolerance and OS status during pregnancy. Anthropometric parameters, plasma glucose levels, insulin, and lipid profile were assessed after delivery in rats fed an F diet. The effects observed in mothers (hyperglycemia, and hyperlipidemia) and on pups (macrosomia and hypoglycemia) are similar to those observed in women with GDM. Therefore, the fructose diet could be proposed as an experimental model of GDM. In this way, we can compare the effect of an iron-enriched diet on the metabolic and redox status of mother rats and their pups. The mothers' glycemic was similar in the F and FI groups, whereas the glycemic was significantly different in the newborn. In rat pups born to mothers fed on an FI diet, the activities of the antioxidant enzyme glutathione peroxidase (GPx) and glutathione-S-transferase in livers and GPx in brains were altered and the gender analysis showed significant differences. Thus, alterations in the glycemic and redox status in newborns suggest that fetuses are more sensitive than their mothers to the effect of an iron-enriched diet in the case of GDM pregnancy. This study proposed a novel experimental model for GDM and provided insights on the effect of a moderate iron intake in adding to the risk of glucose disorder and oxidative damage on newborns.
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- Salam Zein
- Clinical Pharmacy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Lebanese University, Hadath, Beirut, Lebanon
- Laboratoire de Bioénergétique Fondamentale et Appliquée_U1050, Université Grenoble Alpes, 38041, Grenoble, France
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- Laboratoire de Bioénergétique Fondamentale et Appliquée_U1050, Université Grenoble Alpes, 38041, Grenoble, France
- Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia
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- Laboratoire de Bioénergétique Fondamentale et Appliquée_U1050, Université Grenoble Alpes, 38041, Grenoble, France
- INSERM U1055, 38041, Grenoble, France
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- Laboratoire de Bioénergétique Fondamentale et Appliquée_U1050, Université Grenoble Alpes, 38041, Grenoble, France
- Grenoble University Hospital, 38043, Grenoble, France
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- Laboratoire de Bioénergétique Fondamentale et Appliquée_U1050, Université Grenoble Alpes, 38041, Grenoble, France
- INSERM U1055, 38041, Grenoble, France
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- Clinical Pharmacy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Lebanese University, Hadath, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Laboratoire de Bioénergétique Fondamentale et Appliquée_U1050, Université Grenoble Alpes, 38041, Grenoble, France
- INSERM U1055, 38041, Grenoble, France
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- Laboratoire de Bioénergétique Fondamentale et Appliquée_U1050, Université Grenoble Alpes, 38041, Grenoble, France.
- INSERM U1055, 38041, Grenoble, France.
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Ahmed Abd Rabou M, Ahmed Eid F. Possible Protective Role of Parsley Extract on the Diabetic Pregnant Rats and Their Fetuses. Pak J Biol Sci 2017; 20:552-562. [PMID: 30187738 DOI: 10.3923/pjbs.2017.552.562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is one form of diabetes. It causes obstetrical complications and affects between 5-18% of all pregnancies and leads to congenital malformations and long-term postnatal disorders. Supportive therapy in treatment of diabetes during pregnancy takes place by anti-diabetic plants such as parsley. The current study has been undertaken to investigate the possible anti-diabetic and antioxidant role of aqueous parsley extract on streptozotocin (STZ) induced gestational diabetes mellitus in rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS Fifty pregnant albino rats were categorized after mating into five groups: group C (control group), group D1 (pregnant rats injected with interperitoneally single dose of STZ (40 mg kg-1 b.wt.) in the 1st day of gestation, group D1+P: Pregnant rats were treated with parsley extract (1 m/150 g b.wt.) from the 1st to the 19th day of gestation post injection with STZ (40 mg kg-1 b.wt.), group D7: Pregnant rats were injected with STZ (40 mg kg-1 b.wt.) on day 7of gestation, group D7+P: Pregnant rats were treated with parsley extract (1 m/150 g b.wt.) from the 7th to the 19th day of gestation post injection with STZ (40 mg kg-1 b.wt.). The pregnant rats were dissected on the 19th day of pregnancy and the uterine horns were removed freshly and then photographed. Abnormalities or any morphological changes were recorded, weight of fetuses and placenta and placental index were determined. Blood samples were collected to estimate the glucose and biochemical parameters of the main kidney functions. Also, kidney samples of fetuses were taken for the histopathological study. RESULTS Fetuses of the diabetic mothers showed some developmental changes such as very thin skin, very thin muscle layer under the skin, absence of eyelid and ear pinna, exencephaly and kyphosis. On the other hand, fetuses of the diabetic mothers which were treated with parsley leaves extract showed somewhat normal morphological development. According to the biochemical histopathological observations, the parsley leaf extract succeeded to minimize the drastic changes, which were observed in the diabetic rats and their fetuses. CONCLUSION Administration of the parsley leaf extract has the ability to minimize the damage of hyperglycemia.
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