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Chang Y, Zheng F, Chen M, Liu C, Zheng L. Chlorella pyrenoidosa polysaccharides supplementation increases Drosophila melanogaster longevity at high temperature. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 276:133844. [PMID: 39004249 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.133844] [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] [Received: 02/20/2024] [Revised: 06/11/2024] [Accepted: 07/11/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024]
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Chlorella pyrenoidos polysaccharides (CPPs) are the main active components of Chlorella pyrenoidos. They possess beneficial health properties, such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immune-enhancing. This study aims to investigate the protective function and mechanism of CPPs against high-temperature stress injury. Results showed that supplementation with 20 mg/mL CPPs significantly extended the lifespan of Drosophila melanogaster under high-temperature stress, improved its motility, and enhanced its resistance to starvation and oxidative stress. These effects were mainly attributed to the activation of Nrf2 signaling and enhanced antioxidant capacity. Additionally, it has been discovered that CPPs supplementation enhanced Drosophila resilience by preventing the disruption of the intestinal barrier and accumulation of reactive oxygen species caused by heat stress. Overall, these studies suggest that CPPs could be a useful natural therapy for preventing heat stress-induced injury.
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- Yuanyuan Chang
- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei 230009, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei 230009, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei 230009, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei 230009, China; Engineering Research Center of Bio-Process, Ministry of Education, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei 230009, China.
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei 230009, China; Engineering Research Center of Bio-Process, Ministry of Education, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei 230009, China.
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Yang L, Li S, Chen Y, Wang M, Yu J, Bai W, Hong L. Combined Metabolomics and Network Pharmacology Analysis Reveal the Effect of Rootstocks on Anthocyanins, Lipids, and Potential Pharmacological Ingredients of Tarroco Blood Orange ( Citrus sinensis L. Osbeck). PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:2259. [PMID: 39204695 PMCID: PMC11358934 DOI: 10.3390/plants13162259] [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: 07/15/2024] [Revised: 08/08/2024] [Accepted: 08/13/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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The benefits of citrus fruits are strongly associated with their secondary metabolites. In this study, we conducted widely targeted metabolomics analyses to compare the variability of the ingredients in four scion-rootstock combinations. A total of 376 differential metabolites were obtained by a multivariate statistical analysis, and a KEGG pathway analysis showed that the enriched metabolic pathways were mainly related to the biosynthesis of flavonoids as well as lipid metabolism. The anthocyanin-targeted metabolomic features showed that cyanidin 3-O-glucoside, cyanidin 3-O-(6-O-malonyl-beta-D-glucoside), cyanidin 3-O-sophoroside, and cyanidin 3-O-xyloside were the pigments responsible for the red color of Tarocco. A lipid metabolomics analysis revealed that when Tarocco was hetero-grafted with rootstock H, there was an increase in the content of each lipid subclass, accompanied by an increase in the levels of unsaturated fatty acids, including polyunsaturated linoleic and linolenic acids, thus impacting the ratio of unsaturated fatty acids to saturated fatty acids. Additionally, we determined their antioxidant capacity ('Trifoliate orange' (Z) > 'Citrange' (ZC) > 'Hongju' (H) > 'Ziyang Xiangcheng' (X)) using in vitro assays. Finally, we utilized a network pharmacology analysis to explore the antioxidant mechanisms and potential pharmacological ingredients; we obtained 26 core targets proteins and 42 core metabolites associated with oxidative damage, providing a basis for future preventive and therapeutic applications of these metabolites.
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- Lei Yang
- Fruit Tree Research Institute, Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Chongqing 401329, China; (L.Y.); (S.L.); (M.W.); (J.Y.)
- Key Laboratory of Evaluation and Utilization for Special Crops Germplasm Resource in the Southwest Mountains, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Chongqing 401329, China;
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- Fruit Tree Research Institute, Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Chongqing 401329, China; (L.Y.); (S.L.); (M.W.); (J.Y.)
- Key Laboratory of Evaluation and Utilization for Special Crops Germplasm Resource in the Southwest Mountains, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Chongqing 401329, China;
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- Key Laboratory of Evaluation and Utilization for Special Crops Germplasm Resource in the Southwest Mountains, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Chongqing 401329, China;
- Biotechnology Research Institute, Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Chongqing 401329, China
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- Fruit Tree Research Institute, Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Chongqing 401329, China; (L.Y.); (S.L.); (M.W.); (J.Y.)
- Key Laboratory of Evaluation and Utilization for Special Crops Germplasm Resource in the Southwest Mountains, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Chongqing 401329, China;
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- Fruit Tree Research Institute, Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Chongqing 401329, China; (L.Y.); (S.L.); (M.W.); (J.Y.)
- Key Laboratory of Evaluation and Utilization for Special Crops Germplasm Resource in the Southwest Mountains, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Chongqing 401329, China;
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- Key Laboratory of Evaluation and Utilization for Special Crops Germplasm Resource in the Southwest Mountains, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Chongqing 401329, China;
- Biotechnology Research Institute, Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Chongqing 401329, China
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- Fruit Tree Research Institute, Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Chongqing 401329, China; (L.Y.); (S.L.); (M.W.); (J.Y.)
- Key Laboratory of Evaluation and Utilization for Special Crops Germplasm Resource in the Southwest Mountains, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Chongqing 401329, China;
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Gong W, Sun P, Li X, Wang X, Zhang X, Cui H, Yang J. Investigating the Molecular Mechanisms of Resveratrol in Treating Cardiometabolic Multimorbidity: A Network Pharmacology and Bioinformatics Approach with Molecular Docking Validation. Nutrients 2024; 16:2488. [PMID: 39125368 PMCID: PMC11314475 DOI: 10.3390/nu16152488] [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] [Received: 06/24/2024] [Revised: 07/14/2024] [Accepted: 07/25/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Resveratrol is a potent phytochemical known for its potential in treating cardiometabolic multimorbidity. However, its underlying mechanisms remain unclear. Our study systematically investigates the effects of resveratrol on cardiometabolic multimorbidity and elucidates its mechanisms using network pharmacology and molecular docking techniques. METHODS We screened cardiometabolic multimorbidity-related targets using the OMIM, GeneCards, and DisGeNET databases, and utilized the DSigDB drug characterization database to predict resveratrol's effects on cardiometabolic multimorbidity. Target identification for resveratrol was conducted using the TCMSP, SymMap, DrugBank, Swiss Target Prediction, CTD, and UniProt databases. SwissADME and ADMETlab 2.0 simulations were used to predict drug similarity and toxicity profiles of resveratrol. Protein-protein interaction (PPI) networks were constructed using Cytoscape 3.9.1 software. Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) functional enrichment analyses were performed via the DAVID online platform, and target-pathway networks were established. Molecular docking validated interactions between core targets and resveratrol, followed by molecular dynamics simulations on the optimal core proteins identified through docking. Differential analysis using the GEO dataset validated resveratrol as a core target in cardiometabolic multimorbidity. RESULTS A total of 585 cardiometabolic multimorbidity target genes were identified, and the predicted results indicated that the phytochemical resveratrol could be a major therapeutic agent for cardiometabolic multimorbidity. SwissADME simulations showed that resveratrol has potential drug-like activity with minimal toxicity. Additionally, 6703 targets of resveratrol were screened. GO and KEGG analyses revealed that the main biological processes involved included positive regulation of cell proliferation, positive regulation of gene expression, and response to estradiol. Significant pathways related to MAPK and PI3K-Akt signaling pathways were also identified. Molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulations demonstrated strong interactions between resveratrol and core targets such as MAPK and EGFR. CONCLUSIONS This study predicts potential targets and pathways of resveratrol in treating cardiometabolic multimorbidity, offering a new research direction for understanding its molecular mechanisms. Additionally, it establishes a theoretical foundation for the clinical application of resveratrol.
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- Wei Gong
- Public Health School, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China; (W.G.)
- Key Laboratory of Environmental Factors and Chronic Disease Control, Yinchuan 750004, China
- School of Medical Information and Engineering, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- Public Health School, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China; (W.G.)
- Science and Technology Center, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750001, China
- Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region Institute of Medical Sciences, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- School of Medical Information and Engineering, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- Public Health School, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China; (W.G.)
- Key Laboratory of Environmental Factors and Chronic Disease Control, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- Public Health School, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China; (W.G.)
- Key Laboratory of Environmental Factors and Chronic Disease Control, Yinchuan 750004, China
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Wang Q, Zhou JY, Liu L, Yin ZY, Li YY, Wang M, Zhang JB, Lu H, Zhou XY, Zhang B. Resveratrol activates MAPK/ERK pathway to regulate oestrogen metabolism in type I endometrial cancer. BMC Complement Med Ther 2024; 24:227. [PMID: 38862934 PMCID: PMC11167854 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-024-04509-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2023] [Accepted: 05/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/13/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Endometrial cancer (EC) is an oestrogen-dependent tumour, the occurrence of which is closely related to an imbalance of oestrogen homeostasis. Our previous studies explored the effects of Resveratrol(Res) on oestrogen metabolism. However, systematic research on the exact mechanism of action of Res is still lacking. Based on network pharmacology, molecular docking and animal experiments, the effects and molecular mechanisms of Res on endometrial cancer were investigated. METHODS The target of Res was obtained from the high-throughput experiment and reference-guided database of TCM (HERB) and the Encyclopedia of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ETCM) databases, and the target of endometrial cancer was obtained by using the Genecards database. Venny map was used to obtain the intersection target of Res in the treatment of endometrial cancer, and the protein interaction network of the intersection target was constructed by importing the data into the STRING database. Then, the drug-disease-target interaction network was constructed based on Cytoscape 3.9.1 software. Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway enrichment analyses were performed for intersection targets using the OmicShare cloud platform. Res and core targets were analysed by molecular docking. EC model mice induced by MNNG were randomly divided into the control group, Res group, MNNG group, MNNG + Res group, and MNNG + Res + MAPK/ERKi group. The protein levels of ERK and p-ERK in the mouse uterus were detected by Western blot. The levels of E1, E2, E3, 16-epiE3, 17-epiE3, 2-MeOE1, 4-MeOE1, 2-MeOE2, 4-MeOE2, 3-MeOE1, 2-OHE1, 4-OHE1, 2-OHE2, 4-OHE2, and 16α-OHE1 in the serum and endometrial tissue of mice were measured by LC‒MS/MS. RESULTS A total of 174 intersection targets of Res anti-endometrial cancer were obtained. The signalling pathways analysed by KEGG enrichment included the AGE-RAGE signalling pathway in diabetic complications, the PI3K-Akt signalling pathway and the MAPK signalling pathway. The top 10 core targets were MAPK3, JUN, TP53, CASP3, TNF, IL1B, AKT1, FOS, VEGFA and INS. Molecular docking showed that in addition to TNF, other targets had good affinity for Res, and the binding activity with MAPK3 was stable. Western blot results showed that Res increased the phosphorylation level of ERK and that MAPK/ERKi decreased ERK activation. In the LC-MS/MS analysis, the levels of 2-MeOE1, 2-MeOE2 and 4-MeOE1 in serum and uterine tissue showed a significantly decreasing trend in the MNNG group, while that of 4-OHE2 was increased (P < 0.05). The concentrations of 4-MeOE1 in serum and 2-MeOE1 and 2-MeOE2 in the endometrial tissue of mice were significantly increased after Res treatment, and those of 4-OHE2 in the serum and uterus of mice were significantly decreased (P < 0.05). Meanwhile, in the MAPK/ERKi intervention group, the effect of Res on the reversal of oestrogen homeostasis imbalance was obviously weakened. CONCLUSION Res has multiple targets and multiple approaches in the treatment of endometrial cancer. In this study, it was found that Res regulates oestrogen metabolism by activating the MAPK/ERK pathway. This finding provides a new perspective for subsequent research on the treatment of endometrial cancer.
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- Qing Wang
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Xuzhou Central Hospital, The Xuzhou Clinical College of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Xuzhou Central Hospital, The Xuzhou Clinical College of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Graduate School of Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of New Drug Research and Clinical Pharmacy, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China
- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Xuzhou Central Hospital, The Xuzhou Clinical College of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Xuzhou Central Hospital, The Xuzhou Clinical College of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Xuzhou Central Hospital, The Xuzhou Clinical College of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Xuzhou Central Hospital, The Xuzhou Clinical College of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China
- Department of Physical Examination Center, Xuzhou Central Hospital, Xuzhou, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of New Drug Research and Clinical Pharmacy, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Xuzhou Central Hospital, The Xuzhou Clinical College of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China.
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Steckhan GM, Warner LM, Fleig L. Falls prevention is more than just promoting physical health: evaluation of the group-based, out-patient prevention program 'Staying safe and active in old age - falls prevention'. Health Psychol Behav Med 2024; 12:2358915. [PMID: 38831976 PMCID: PMC11146244 DOI: 10.1080/21642850.2024.2358915] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/05/2024] Open
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Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate the German falls prevention program 'Staying safe and active in old age - falls prevention', which is already established in practice. Methods The single-arm intervention study consisted of two time points, 6 months apart, to evaluate the multifactorial falls prevention program (n = 125 at Time 2). We observed the groups and their trainers and assessed which behavior change techniques (BCTs) were used. According to our evaluation framework, changes in the following three domains were assessed: (a) fall-related variables (i.e. number of falls, fear of falling), (b) physical functioning (i.e. performance-based gait speed, coordination, self-reported leg strength, balance, as well as habitual execution of the exercises), and (c) psychosocial functioning (i.e. quality of life, activities of daily living, mobility, and loneliness). Linear mixed models were used to determine changes in each variable. Results Demonstration of behavior was the most frequently used BCT. The program showed significant benefits for fear of falling, balance, coordination, habitual execution, and loneliness over time (Cohen's d between -0.59 and 1.73). Number of falls, gait speed, coordination (dual task), activities of daily living, and quality of life were maintained (Cohen's d between -0.26 and 0.30), whereas leg strength and mobility decreased significantly at Time 2 (Cohen's d = -0.55 and -0.36). Discussion Group-based falls prevention programs may facilitate social integration among older adults and may also enhance and maintain physical functioning in old age.Trial registration: German Clinical Trials Register identifier: DRKS00012321.
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- MSB Medical School Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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Sharebiani H, Mokaram M, Mirghani M, Fazeli B, Stanek A. The Effects of Antioxidant Supplementation on the Pathologic Mechanisms of Metabolic Syndrome and Cardiovascular Disease Development. Nutrients 2024; 16:1641. [PMID: 38892574 PMCID: PMC11175159 DOI: 10.3390/nu16111641] [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] [Received: 03/24/2024] [Revised: 05/16/2024] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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In people with obesity, diabetes, and hypertension, lipid and glucose metabolism and oxidative stress generation interact. This condition, known as a "metabolic syndrome" (MetS), presents a global challenge and appears to be the underlying mechanism for the development of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). This review is designed based on evidence indicating the pathogenic mechanisms of MetS. In detail, we will look at the mechanisms of oxidative stress induction in MetS, the effects of elevated oxidative stress levels on the condition's pathophysiology, and matters related to endothelial function. According to different components of the MetS pathophysiological network, the effects of antioxidants and endothelial dysfunction are reviewed. After considering the strategic role of oxidative stress in the pathophysiology of MetS and its associated CVDs, oxidative stress management by antioxidant supplementation seems an appropriate therapeutic approach.
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- Hiva Sharebiani
- VAS-European Independent Foundation in Angiology/Vascular Medicine, Via GB Grassi 74, 20157 Milan, Italy; (H.S.); (M.M.); (B.F.)
- Support Association of Patients of Buerger’s Disease, Buerger’s Disease NGO, Mashhad 9183785195, Iran;
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- Support Association of Patients of Buerger’s Disease, Buerger’s Disease NGO, Mashhad 9183785195, Iran;
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran 14115-175, Iran
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- VAS-European Independent Foundation in Angiology/Vascular Medicine, Via GB Grassi 74, 20157 Milan, Italy; (H.S.); (M.M.); (B.F.)
- Support Association of Patients of Buerger’s Disease, Buerger’s Disease NGO, Mashhad 9183785195, Iran;
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- VAS-European Independent Foundation in Angiology/Vascular Medicine, Via GB Grassi 74, 20157 Milan, Italy; (H.S.); (M.M.); (B.F.)
- Support Association of Patients of Buerger’s Disease, Buerger’s Disease NGO, Mashhad 9183785195, Iran;
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- VAS-European Independent Foundation in Angiology/Vascular Medicine, Via GB Grassi 74, 20157 Milan, Italy; (H.S.); (M.M.); (B.F.)
- Department of Internal Medicine, Angiology and Physical Medicine, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Batorego 15 St., 41-902 Bytom, Poland
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Yang J, Lin J, Zhang W, Shen M, Wang Y, Xie J. Resveratrol-loaded pH-responsive Mesona chinensis polysaccharides-zein nanoparticles for effective treatment of ulcerative colitis. JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE 2024; 104:3992-4003. [PMID: 38323719 DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.13282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2023] [Revised: 12/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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BACKGROUND Resveratrol (Res) is promising food functional factor with favorable antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, although its poor water solubility and low bioavailability limit extensive application. Therefore, in combination with another promising polysaccharide (Mesona chinensis polysaccharides, MCP), Res-loaded food nanocarriers (ResNPs) were developed to increase its water solubility, bioactivity and targeting properties. ResNPs were then applied to alleviate dextran sulfate sodium (DSS)-induced ulcerative colitis. RESULTS Resveratrol can be well encapsulated in MCP-based nanoparticles in an amorphous state, improving its water solubility. ResNPs showed pH-response controlled release behavior in the gastrointestinal tract and increased the enrichment of Res in the colon. In vivo experiments of ResNPs against DSS-induced ulcerative colitis (UC) revealed that ResNPs significantly improved UC symptoms, modulated intestinal inflammation and down-regulated oxidative stress levels compared to free Res. ResNPs also play an positive role with respect to inhibiting the mitogen-activated protein kinase pathway and promoting the expression of tight junction proteins. In addition, ResNPs improved the species composition and relative abundance of intestinal flora in UC mice, which effectively regulated the balance of intestinal flora and promoted the production of short-chain fatty acids. CONCLUSION These results suggest that MCP-based nanoparticles can effectively improve the solubility of resveratrol and enhance its in vivo bioactivity. Moreover, the present study also provides a new strategy for the prevention and treatment of UC with food polyphenol. © 2024 Society of Chemical Industry.
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- Jun Yang
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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Wang L, Jiang Y, Zhao C. The effects of advanced glycation end-products on skin and potential anti-glycation strategies. Exp Dermatol 2024; 33:e15065. [PMID: 38563644 DOI: 10.1111/exd.15065] [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] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Revised: 03/06/2024] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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The advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) are produced through non-enzymatic glycation between reducing sugars and free amino groups, such as proteins, lipids or nucleic acids. AGEs can enter the body through daily dietary intake and can also be generated internally via normal metabolism and external stimuli. AGEs bind to cell surface receptors for AGEs, triggering oxidative stress and inflammation responses that lead to skin ageing and various diseases. Evidence shows that AGEs contribute to skin dysfunction and ageing. This review introduces the basic information, the sources, the metabolism and absorption of AGEs. We also summarise the detrimental mechanisms of AGEs to skin ageing and other chronic diseases. For the potential strategies for counteracting AGEs to skin and other organs, we summarised the pathways that could be utilised to resist glycation. Chemical and natural-derived anti-glycation approaches are overviewed. This work offers an understanding of AGEs to skin ageing and other chronic diseases and may provide perspectives for the development of anti-glycation strategies.
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- Lingyu Wang
- Beijing Qingyan Boshi Health Management Co., Ltd, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Qingyan Boshi Health Management Co., Ltd, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Qingyan Boshi Health Management Co., Ltd, Beijing, China
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Faisal Z, Mazhar A, Batool SA, Akram N, Hassan M, Khan MU, Afzaal M, Hassan UU, Shah YA, Desta DT. Exploring the multimodal health-promoting properties of resveratrol: A comprehensive review. Food Sci Nutr 2024; 12:2240-2258. [PMID: 38628180 PMCID: PMC11016399 DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.3933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2023] [Revised: 12/16/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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Resveratrol, a natural polyphenol in various plants, has gained significant attention for its potential health-promoting properties. It has been demonstrated, after reviewing various clinical and in vitro studies, that resveratrol possesses potent antioxidant potential. Resveratrol demonstrates cellular component protection by directly neutralizing free radicals (FRs) and enhancing the expression of natural antioxidant enzymes, thereby mitigating oxidative damage to proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Clinical trials have shown promising results, indicating that resveratrol supplementation can enhance antioxidant defenses and reduce oxidative damage markers in various populations. In addition to its antioxidant effects, resveratrol exhibits potent anti-inflammatory properties. It can modulate key inflammatory pathways, such as nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-κB) and mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPKs), thereby suppressing the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and chemokines. Furthermore, resveratrol's multimodal effects extend beyond its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It has been discovered to exert regulatory effects on various cellular processes, including apoptosis, cell cycle progression, angiogenesis, and immunological responses. The primary aim of this review paper is to provide a thorough overview of the current knowledge on resveratrol, including its chemical composition, bioaccessibility, clinical effectiveness, and utilization in nanotechnology to enhance its bioavailability. From future perspectives, revising the administration methods for certain contexts and understanding the underlying systems responsible for resveratrol's effects will require further inquiry. For the highest potential health results, advanced trial-based research is necessary for combinational nano-delivery of resveratrol.
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- Zargham Faisal
- Department of Human NutritionBahauddin Zakariya University, Faculty of Food Science and NutritionMultanPakistan
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- Department of Human NutritionBahauddin Zakariya University, Faculty of Food Science and NutritionMultanPakistan
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- Department of Food ScienceGovernment College University FaisalabadFaisalabadPakistan
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- Department of Food and NutritionGovernment College University FaisalabadFaisalabadPakistan
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- Department of Dietetics and Nutritional ScienceUniversity of SialkotSialkotPakistan
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- Department of Food Science and TechnologyBahauddin Zakariya University, Faculty of Food Science and NutritionMultanPakistan
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- Department of Food ScienceGovernment College University FaisalabadFaisalabadPakistan
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- National Institute of Food Science and TechnologyUniversity of Agriculture FaisalabadFaisalabadPakistan
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- Natural and Medical Science Research CentreUniversity of NizwaNizwaOman
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- School of Nutrition, Food Science and TechnologyHawassa UniversityHawassaEthiopia
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Cui D, Chen Y, Ye B, Guo W, Wang D, He J. Natural products for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2023; 121:155101. [PMID: 37778246 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2023.155101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2023] [Revised: 08/29/2023] [Accepted: 09/17/2023] [Indexed: 10/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Neurodegenerative diseases are among the most common diseases in older adults worldwide. Alzheimer's disease (AD) and Parkinson's disease (PD) are two of the most common neurodegenerative diseases, and are accompanied by cerebral cortical atrophy, neuronal loss, protein accumulation, and excessive accumulation of metal ions. Natural products exhibit outstanding performance in improving cerebral circulatory disorders, promoting cerebral haematoma absorption, repairing damaged nerve tissue, and improving damaged nerve function. In recent years, studies have shown that neuroinflammatory mechanisms and signalling pathways closely related to the occurrence and development of neurological diseases include microglial activation, nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) pathway, mitogen activated protein kinases (MAPK) pathway, reactive oxygen pathway, nucleotide binding oligomerisation domain-like receptor protein3 (NLRP3) inflammasomes, toll-like receptor4 (TLR4) pathway, nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2)/hemeoxygenase-1 (HO-1) pathway, phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B (Akt) pathway, and intestinal flora. Therefore, this study considered the mechanism of neurological diseases as the starting point to review the mechanism of action of natural products in the prevention and treatment of AD and PD in recent years to provide a theoretical basis for clinical prevention and treatment. AIM Natural products are a promising source of novel lead structures that have long been used to treat various nervous system diseases. METHODOLOGY This review collected literature on neurological diseases and natural products from 2012 to 2022, which were mainly searched through databases such as ScienceDirect, Springer, PubMed, SciFinder, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang, Google Scholar, and Baidu Academic. The following keywords were searched: neurological disorders, natural products, signalling pathway, mechanism of action. RESULTS This review summarises the pathogenesis of degenerative neurological diseases, recent findings on natural products used in neurodegenerative diseases, and the molecular mechanisms underlying these effects.
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- Donghan Cui
- Division of Abdominal Tumor Multimodality Treatment, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, Sichuan University, West China Hospital, Chengdu 610041, China
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- School of Rehabilitation, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, China
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- Key Laboratory of Drug-Targeting and Drug Delivery System of the Education Ministry, Sichuan Engineering Laboratory for Plant-Sourced Drug and Sichuan Research Center for Drug Precision Industrial Technology, West China School of Pharmacy Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; Medical College of Tibet University, Lasa 850002, China
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- Division of Abdominal Tumor Multimodality Treatment, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, Sichuan University, West China Hospital, Chengdu 610041, China.
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- Centre for Metabolism, Obesity, and Diabetes Research, Department of Medicine, McMaster University, HSC 4N71, 1200 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON L8N 3Z5, Canada.
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- Key Laboratory of Drug-Targeting and Drug Delivery System of the Education Ministry, Sichuan Engineering Laboratory for Plant-Sourced Drug and Sichuan Research Center for Drug Precision Industrial Technology, West China School of Pharmacy Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China.
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Franco FN, de Cassia Cardoso L, Silva BNM, de Araújo GR, Chaves MM. Aging: silencing the PKA and AkT/PKB signaling pathways alters the antioxidant capacity of resveratrol. Biogerontology 2023; 24:913-923. [PMID: 37458859 DOI: 10.1007/s10522-023-10046-x] [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] [Received: 12/14/2022] [Accepted: 06/13/2023] [Indexed: 10/31/2023]
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One of the theories related to aging is the increase in oxidative stress. Given this, the objective of the study is to evaluate the cellular mechanisms responsible for the resveratrol antioxidant effect on leukocytes from donors aged between 20 and 80 years old. For this, leukocytes from donors of three age groups (20-39, 40-59 and 60-80) were isolated. Image-iT™LIVE Green Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) Kit was used. Reactive Nitrogen Species (RNS) analysis was performed by measuring nitric oxide and peroxynitrite. The PKA, Akt/PKB and p38-MAPK were evaluated by chemiluminescence. The statistical analysis between age and treatments were performed by Pearson correlation (*p < 0.05). It was possible to observe the antioxidant effect of resveratrol in all age groups. The correlation results show loss of resveratrol effect in decreasing ROS in leukocytes from older donors. We observed an active antioxidant effect of p38-MAPK in all ages, with resveratrol acting on it. The PKA and Akt/PKB were active in leukocytes from donors aged 20-59. In cells from donors older than 60, these pathways are silenced, and an effect is also not observed in cells treated with resveratrol. Therefore, resveratrol showed antioxidant effect in all age, although it was more pronounced in leukocytes from younger. One of resveratrol's mechanisms is due to the activation of the PKA and Akt/PKB, which were activated in younger donor cells.
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- Filipe Nogueira Franco
- Biochemistry Laboratory of Aging and Correlated Diseases, Department of Biochemistry and Immunology, Biological Sciences Institute, Federal University of Minas Gerais, UFMG, Av. Antônio Carlos 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 30161-970, Brazil
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- Biochemistry Laboratory of Aging and Correlated Diseases, Department of Biochemistry and Immunology, Biological Sciences Institute, Federal University of Minas Gerais, UFMG, Av. Antônio Carlos 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 30161-970, Brazil
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- Biochemistry Laboratory of Aging and Correlated Diseases, Department of Biochemistry and Immunology, Biological Sciences Institute, Federal University of Minas Gerais, UFMG, Av. Antônio Carlos 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 30161-970, Brazil
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- Biochemistry Laboratory of Aging and Correlated Diseases, Department of Biochemistry and Immunology, Biological Sciences Institute, Federal University of Minas Gerais, UFMG, Av. Antônio Carlos 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 30161-970, Brazil
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- Biochemistry Laboratory of Aging and Correlated Diseases, Department of Biochemistry and Immunology, Biological Sciences Institute, Federal University of Minas Gerais, UFMG, Av. Antônio Carlos 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 30161-970, Brazil.
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Cao X, Shi K, Xu Y, Zhang P, Zhang H, Pan S. Integrated metabolomics and network pharmacology to reveal antioxidant mechanisms and potential pharmacological ingredients of citrus herbs. Food Res Int 2023; 174:113514. [PMID: 37986422 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2023.113514] [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] [Received: 07/28/2023] [Revised: 09/24/2023] [Accepted: 09/26/2023] [Indexed: 11/22/2023]
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The benefits of citrus herbs are strongly associated with their secondary metabolites. In the study, we conducted widely-targeted metabolomics and ultra-high performance liquid chromatography (UPLC) to compare the variability of ingredients in four citrus herbs. In total, we discovered 1126 secondary metabolites, primarily comprising flavonoids, phenolic acids, lignans and coumarins, and alkaloids. Differential metabolites of citrus herbs were searched by multivariate statistical analysis. Notably, Citri Reticulatae Pericarpium contained higher levels of flavonoids, while Zhique and Huajuhong demonstrated a greater abundance of coumarins. Among the flavonoids determined by UPLC, Guangchenpi demonstrated significantly elevated levels of polymethoxyflavones (tangeretin and nobiletin) compared to other citrus herbs. Additionally, we determined their antioxidant capacity (Chenpi > Guangchenpi > Huajuhong > Zhique) using in vitro assays. Finally, we utilized network pharmacology to explore the antioxidant mechanisms and potential pharmacological ingredients, providing a basis for future preventive and therapeutic applications of these metabolites.
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- Xiaomin Cao
- College of Food Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China; Key Laboratory of Environment Correlative Dietology, Ministry of Education, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China; Hubei Key Laboratory of Fruit & Vegetable Processing & Quality Control (Huazhong Agricultural University), Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China; Key Laboratory of Environment Correlative Dietology, Ministry of Education, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China; Hubei Key Laboratory of Fruit & Vegetable Processing & Quality Control (Huazhong Agricultural University), Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China; Key Laboratory of Environment Correlative Dietology, Ministry of Education, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China; Hubei Key Laboratory of Fruit & Vegetable Processing & Quality Control (Huazhong Agricultural University), Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China; Key Laboratory of Environment Correlative Dietology, Ministry of Education, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China; Hubei Key Laboratory of Fruit & Vegetable Processing & Quality Control (Huazhong Agricultural University), Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China; Key Laboratory of Environment Correlative Dietology, Ministry of Education, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China; Hubei Key Laboratory of Fruit & Vegetable Processing & Quality Control (Huazhong Agricultural University), Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China; Key Laboratory of Environment Correlative Dietology, Ministry of Education, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China; Hubei Key Laboratory of Fruit & Vegetable Processing & Quality Control (Huazhong Agricultural University), Wuhan, Hubei 430070, PR China.
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Guo Y, Guan T, Shafiq K, Yu Q, Jiao X, Na D, Li M, Zhang G, Kong J. Mitochondrial dysfunction in aging. Ageing Res Rev 2023; 88:101955. [PMID: 37196864 DOI: 10.1016/j.arr.2023.101955] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 45.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2022] [Revised: 04/27/2023] [Accepted: 05/14/2023] [Indexed: 05/19/2023]
Abstract
Aging is a complex process that features a functional decline in many organelles. Although mitochondrial dysfunction is suggested as one of the determining factors of aging, the role of mitochondrial quality control (MQC) in aging is still poorly understood. A growing body of evidence points out that reactive oxygen species (ROS) stimulates mitochondrial dynamic changes and accelerates the accumulation of oxidized by-products through mitochondrial proteases and mitochondrial unfolded protein response (UPRmt). Mitochondrial-derived vesicles (MDVs) are the frontline of MQC to dispose of oxidized derivatives. Besides, mitophagy helps remove partially damaged mitochondria to ensure that mitochondria are healthy and functional. Although abundant interventions on MQC have been explored, over-activation or inhibition of any type of MQC may even accelerate abnormal energy metabolism and mitochondrial dysfunction-induced senescence. This review summarizes mechanisms essential for maintaining mitochondrial homeostasis and emphasizes that imbalanced MQC may accelerate cellular senescence and aging. Thus, appropriate interventions on MQC may delay the aging process and extend lifespan.
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- Ying Guo
- Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada; Department of Forensic Medicine, Hebei North University, Zhangjiakou, China
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- Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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- Department of Forensic Medicine, Hebei North University, Zhangjiakou, China
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- Department of Forensic Medicine, Hebei North University, Zhangjiakou, China
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- Department of Forensic Medicine, Hebei North University, Zhangjiakou, China
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- Department of Forensic Medicine, Hebei North University, Zhangjiakou, China.
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- Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
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Gravandi MM, Abdian S, Tahvilian M, Iranpanah A, Moradi SZ, Fakhri S, Echeverría J. Therapeutic targeting of Ras/Raf/MAPK pathway by natural products: A systematic and mechanistic approach for neurodegeneration. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2023; 115:154821. [PMID: 37119761 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2023.154821] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2022] [Revised: 04/03/2023] [Accepted: 04/11/2023] [Indexed: 05/21/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Multiple dysregulated pathways are behind the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative diseases (NDDs); however, the crucial targets are still unknown. Oxidative stress, apoptosis, autophagy, and inflammation are the most dominant pathways that strongly influence neurodegeneration. In this way, targeting the Ras/Raf/mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPKs) pathway appears to be a developing strategy for combating NDDs like Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, stroke, aging, and other NDDs. Accordingly, plant secondary metabolites have shown promising potentials for the simultaneous modulation of the Ras/Raf/MAPKs pathway and play an essential role in NDDs. MAPKs include p38 MAPK, extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2 (ERK 1/2), and c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK), which are important molecular players in neurodegeneration. Ras/Raf, which is located the upstream of MAPK pathway influences the initiation and progression of neurodegeneration and is regulated by natural products. PURPOSE Thus, the present study aimed to investigate the neuroprotective roles of plant- and marine-derived secondary metabolites against several NDDs through the modulation of the Ras/Raf/MAPK signaling pathway. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS A systematic and comprehensive review was performed to highlight the modulatory roles of natural products on the Ras/Raf/MAPK signaling pathway in NDDs, according to the PRISMA guideline, using scholarly electronic databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Sciences. Associated reference lists were also searched for the literature review. RESULTS From a total of 1495 results, finally 107 articles were included in the present study. The results show that several natural compounds such as alkaloid, phenolic, terpenoids, and nanoformulation were shown to have modulatory effects on the Ras/Raf/MAPKs pathway. CONCLUSION Natural products are promising multi-targeted agents with on NDDs through Ras/Raf/MAPKs pathway. Nevertheless, additional and complementary studies are necessary to check its efficacy and potential side effects.
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- Student Research Committee, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran; Medical Biology Research Center, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah 6734667149, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.
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- Departamento de Ciencias del Ambiente, Facultad de Química y Biología, Universidad de Santiago de Chile, Santiago 9170022, Chile.
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Sharebiani H, Keramat S, Chavoshan A, Fazeli B, Stanek A. The Influence of Antioxidants on Oxidative Stress-Induced Vascular Aging in Obesity. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1295. [PMID: 37372025 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12061295] [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: 05/21/2023] [Revised: 06/10/2023] [Accepted: 06/15/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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Obesity is a worldwide trend that is growing in incidence very fast. Adipose tissue dysfunction caused by obesity is associated with the generation of oxidative stress. Obesity-induced oxidative stress and inflammation play a key role in the pathogenesis of vascular diseases. Vascular aging is one of the main pathogenesis mechanisms. The aim of this study is to review the effect of antioxidants on vascular aging caused by oxidative stress in obesity. In order to achieve this aim, this paper is designed to review obesity-caused adipose tissue remodeling, vascular aging generated by high levels of oxidative stress, and the effects of antioxidants on obesity, redox balance, and vascular aging. It seems that vascular diseases in obese individuals are complex networks of pathological mechanisms. In order to develop a proper therapeutic tool, first, there is a need for a better understanding of interactions between obesity, oxidative stress, and aging. Based on these interactions, this review suggests different lines of strategies that include change in lifestyle to prevent and control obesity, strategies for adipose tissue remodelling, oxidant-antioxidant balance, inflammation suppression, and strategies against vascular aging. Some antioxidants support different lines of these strategies, making them appropriate for complex conditions such as oxidative stress-induced vascular diseases in obese individuals.
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- Hiva Sharebiani
- Vascular Independent Research and Education, European Foundation, 20157 Milan, Italy
- Support Association of Patients of Buerger's Disease, Buerger's Disease NGO, Mashhad 9183785195, Iran
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- Vascular Independent Research and Education, European Foundation, 20157 Milan, Italy
- Support Association of Patients of Buerger's Disease, Buerger's Disease NGO, Mashhad 9183785195, Iran
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- Vascular Independent Research and Education, European Foundation, 20157 Milan, Italy
- Support Association of Patients of Buerger's Disease, Buerger's Disease NGO, Mashhad 9183785195, Iran
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- Vascular Independent Research and Education, European Foundation, 20157 Milan, Italy
- Support Association of Patients of Buerger's Disease, Buerger's Disease NGO, Mashhad 9183785195, Iran
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- Vascular Independent Research and Education, European Foundation, 20157 Milan, Italy
- Department of Internal Medicine, Angiology and Physical Medicine, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 41-902 Bytom, Poland
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Santos MA, Franco FN, Caldeira CA, de Araújo GR, Vieira A, Chaves MM. Resveratrol has its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protective mechanisms decreased in aging. Arch Gerontol Geriatr 2023; 107:104895. [PMID: 36525827 DOI: 10.1016/j.archger.2022.104895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2022] [Revised: 12/01/2022] [Accepted: 12/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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In the elderly, there is an increase in oxidative and inflammatory activity. Resveratrol (RSV) is a polyphenol that has several proven biological activities, such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. Thus, the aim of our study was to verify the possible antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of RSV on human mononuclear cells (PBMCs) from donors aged between 40 and 59 and 60-80 years old. For this, 6-8 patients were selected by age group. Cells were isolated and divided into 4 groups: Control (C), RSV only, H2O2 (to induce an oxidizing environment - C+) and H2O2+RSV. The quantification of reactive nitrogen species (NO and ONOO-), as well as pro and anti-inflammatory cytokines (TNFα, IL-6 and IL-10) was performed. Pearson's correlation and comparison between groups were performed (p<0.05). Our results showed a greater role of RSV in the middle-aged compared to the elderly group, in relation to the balance of NO/ONOO- and the levels of cytokines IL-6 and TNFα. It was also possible to observe an improvement in the anti-inflammatory profile in both age groups, but more effective in the cells in the middle-aged group. Thus, we could observe that RSV has better activity in the reduction of important biomarkers of oxidation and inflammation.
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- Milena Almeida Santos
- Biochemistry Laboratory of Aging and Correlated Diseases, Department of Biochemistry and Immunology, Biological Sciences Institute, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Av. Antônio Carlos 6627, CP 486, 30161-970, Belo Horizonte, MG Brazil
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- Biochemistry Laboratory of Aging and Correlated Diseases, Department of Biochemistry and Immunology, Biological Sciences Institute, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Av. Antônio Carlos 6627, CP 486, 30161-970, Belo Horizonte, MG Brazil
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- Biochemistry Laboratory of Aging and Correlated Diseases, Department of Biochemistry and Immunology, Biological Sciences Institute, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Av. Antônio Carlos 6627, CP 486, 30161-970, Belo Horizonte, MG Brazil
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- Biochemistry Laboratory of Aging and Correlated Diseases, Department of Biochemistry and Immunology, Biological Sciences Institute, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Av. Antônio Carlos 6627, CP 486, 30161-970, Belo Horizonte, MG Brazil
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- Biochemistry Laboratory of Aging and Correlated Diseases, Department of Biochemistry and Immunology, Biological Sciences Institute, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Av. Antônio Carlos 6627, CP 486, 30161-970, Belo Horizonte, MG Brazil
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- Biochemistry Laboratory of Aging and Correlated Diseases, Department of Biochemistry and Immunology, Biological Sciences Institute, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Av. Antônio Carlos 6627, CP 486, 30161-970, Belo Horizonte, MG Brazil.
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Ye Z, Hu J, Wang J, Liu YN, Hu GX, Xu RA. The effect of Resveratrol on the pharmacokinetic profile of tofacitinib and the underlying mechanism. Chem Biol Interact 2023; 374:110398. [PMID: 36773832 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2023.110398] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2022] [Revised: 01/29/2023] [Accepted: 02/08/2023] [Indexed: 02/11/2023]
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The purpose of this study was to (i) investigate the effect of CYP3A4 variants on tofacitinib metabolism, and (ii) investigate the interaction of tofacitinib with resveratrol and its underlying mechanisms. The concentration of M9, the main metabolite of tofacitinib, was determined by ultra performance liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (UPLC-MS/MS). The results showed that the clearance rate of CYP3A4.18 variant was significantly decreased compared with CYP3A4.1, and the CYP3A4.28 variant was changed, but not statistically significant. In addition, the potential interaction of resveratrol with tofacitinib was determined based on rat liver microsomes (RLM), human liver microsomes (HLM), and CYP3A4 response systems. Resveratrol has an IC50 of 15.67 μM in RLM with a non-competitive mechanism. In HLM with a non-competitive mechanism, the IC50 value was 8.88 μM. The IC50 values were 6.41 μM, 10.60 μM and 27.08 μM in CYP3A4.1, .18 and .28, respectively, all with a competitive mechanism. In the in vivo study, Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats were randomized into two groups (n = 6) to receive tofacitinib with or without resveratrol. We found that the AUC(0-∞) of tofacitinib in the experimental group increased to around 207.5% compared with the control group. And Cmax increased to 260.0%. In summary, our data showed that resveratrol significantly affect the metabolism of tofacitinib, thus providing basic data for the precise clinical application of tofacitinib.
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- Zhize Ye
- The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China; School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China; School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China.
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China.
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Tang Y, Zhang X, Lin Y, Sun J, Chen S, Wang W, Li J. Insights into the Oxidative Stress Alleviation Potential of Enzymatically Prepared Dendrobium officinale Polysaccharides. Molecules 2023; 28:molecules28073071. [PMID: 37049834 PMCID: PMC10095697 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28073071] [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: 03/04/2023] [Revised: 03/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/27/2023] [Indexed: 04/14/2023] Open
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(1) Background: The extraction parameters can dramatically alter the extraction rate and biological activity of polysaccharides. (2) Methods: Here, an enzyme-assisted extraction (EAE) was employed to extract D. officinale polysaccharides (DOPs), and its optimal extraction conditions were established by single-factor and Box-Behnken design (BBD) experiments. Further, on the basis of in vitro antioxidant capacity, the paraquat (PQ)-induced oxidative stress of Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans) was chosen as a research model to explore the antioxidant activity of DOPs. (3) Results: The results showed that the extraction yield of DOPs reached 48.66% ± 1.04% under the optimal condition. In vitro experiments had shown that DOPs have considerable ABTS+ radical scavenging capacity (EC50 = 7.27 mg/mL), hydroxyl radical scavenging capacity (EC50 = 1.61 mg/mL), and metal chelating power (EC50 = 8.31 mg/mL). Furthermore, in vivo experiments indicated that DOPs (0.25 mg/mL) significantly prolonged the lifespan, increased antioxidant enzyme activity, and upregulated the expression of daf-16 (>5.6-fold), skn-1 (>5.2-fold), and sir-2.1 (>2.3-fold) of C. elegans. (4) Conclusions: DOPs can be efficiently extracted by EAE and are effective in the reduction of oxidative stress levels in C. elegans.
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- Yingqi Tang
- College of Life Sciences, China Jiliang University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- Hangzhou Zaoxianyibu Food Technology Co., Ltd., Hangzhou 310018, China
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- College of Life Sciences, China Jiliang University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- College of Life Sciences, China Jiliang University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- Hangzhou Jiuxian Biotechnology Co., Ltd., Hangzhou 311618, China
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- College of Life Sciences, China Jiliang University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- College of Life Sciences, China Jiliang University, Hangzhou 310018, China
- Key Laboratory of Specialty Agri-Product Quality and Hazard Controlling Technology of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310018, China
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Alshehri FS, Alorfi NM. Protective role of resveratrol against VCM-induced hepatotoxicity in male wistar rats. Front Pharmacol 2023; 14:1130670. [PMID: 36825158 PMCID: PMC9941161 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1130670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2022] [Accepted: 01/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2023] Open
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Background: Vancomycin is a glycopeptide antibiotic with a high risk of acute liver injury. Resveratrol is believed to protect the liver against toxicity. Aim: To investigate the ability of resveratrol to attenuate vancomycin-induced liver toxicity in rats injected with vancomycin. Method: Twenty-four adult male Wistar rats were distributed into three groups. The control group received only a vehicle, while the treated group received either vancomycin 200 (mg/kg, i. p.) only or vancomycin (200 mg/kg, i. p.) with resveratrol (20 mg/kg, oral gavage). All groups received their dose once daily for 7 days. Hepatic damage was assessed by measuring biochemical parameter levels in serum, aspartate transaminase (AST), alanine transaminase (ALT), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH). Also, antioxidants and inflammation biomarkers such as Interleukin-6 (IL-6), malondialdehyde (MDA), nitric oxide (NO), and glutathione (GSH) were measured. Furthermore, the vancomycin-induced pathological changes in the liver were evaluated by histopathological studies. Results: In the vancomycin-treated group, hepatic serum biomarkers such as AST, ALT, ALP, IL-6, and MDA were elevated, while NO and GSH were depleted. However, resveratrol co-treatment with vancomycin prevented the elevation of AST, ALT, ALP, IL-6, and MDA and it protected the liver from NO and GSH depletion. Also, regarding vancomycin-induced degeneration of hepatocytes, resveratrol co-treatment with vancomycin prevented such degeneration and improved mononuclear cells in the liver. Conclusion: The results showed that oral administration of resveratrol has a significant hepatoprotective effect against vancomycin-induced hepatotoxicity.
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Pharmacy, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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Fan J, Wei S, Zhang X, Chen L, Zhang X, Jiang Y, Sheng M, Chen Y. Resveratrol inhibits TGF-β1-induced fibrotic effects in human pterygium fibroblasts. Environ Health Prev Med 2023; 28:59. [PMID: 37866886 PMCID: PMC10613557 DOI: 10.1265/ehpm.23-00020] [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] [Received: 01/28/2023] [Accepted: 09/02/2023] [Indexed: 10/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Resveratrol is a polyphenolic phytoalexin which has the properties of anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic effects. The aim of this study was to investigate the anti-fibrotic effects of resveratrol in primary human pterygium fibroblasts (HPFs) and elucidate the underlying mechanisms. METHOD Profibrotic activation was induced by transforming growth factor-beta1 (TGF-β1). The expression of profibrotic markers, including type 1 collagen (COL1), α-smooth muscle actin (α-SMA), and fibronectin, were detected by western blot and quantitative real-time-PCR after treatment with various concentrations of resveratrol in HPFs to investigate the anti-fibrotic effects. Relative signaling pathways downstream of TGF-β1 were detected by Western blot to assess the underlying mechanism. Cell viability and apoptosis were assessed using CCK-8 assay and flow cytometry to evaluate proliferation and drug-induced cytotoxicity. Cell migration and contractile phenotype were detected through wound healing assay and collagen gel contraction assay. RESULTS The expression of α-SMA, FN and COL1 induced by TGF-β1 were suppressed by treatment with resveratrol in dose-dependent manner. The Smad3, mitogen-activated protein kinase (p38 MAPK) and phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase (PI3K) / protein kinase B (AKT) pathways were activated by TGF-β1, while resveratrol attenuated those pathways. Resveratrol also inhibited cellular proliferation, migration and contractile phenotype, and induced apoptosis in HPFs. CONCLUSIONS Resveratrol inhibit TGF-β1-induced myofibroblast activation and extra cellular matrix synthesis in HPFs, at least partly, by regulating the TGF-β/Smad3, p38 MAPK and PI3K/AKT pathways.
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- Jianwu Fan
- Department of Ophthalmology, Yangpu Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 200090, China
- Center for Clinical Research and Translational Medicine, Yangpu Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 200090, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Yangzhi Rehabilitation Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 201600, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200040, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Yangpu Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 200090, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Yangpu Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 200090, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Yangpu Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 200090, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Yangzhi Rehabilitation Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 201600, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Yangpu Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 200090, China
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Zhang F, Zhang X, Liang X, Wu K, Cao Y, Ma T, Guo S, Chen P, Yu S, Ruan Q, Xu C, Liu C, Qian D, Duan JA. Defensing against oxidative stress in Caenorhabditis elegans of a polysaccharide LFP-05S from Lycii fructus. Carbohydr Polym 2022; 289:119433. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2022.119433] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2022] [Revised: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Luo Y, Yu X, Zhao P, Huang J, Huang X. Effects of Resveratrol on Tight Junction Proteins and the Notch1 Pathway in an HT-29 Cell Model of Inflammation Induced by Lipopolysaccharide. Inflammation 2022; 45:2449-2464. [PMID: 35705831 DOI: 10.1007/s10753-022-01704-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2022] [Revised: 06/01/2022] [Accepted: 06/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Ulcerative colitis (UC) is closely associated with disruption of intestinal epithelial tight junction proteins. A variety of studies have confirmed that resveratrol (RSV), a natural polyphenolic compound, has a potential anti-inflammatory effect and can regulate the expression of tight junction proteins. However, the mechanism by which RSV regulates the expression of tight junction proteins in the intestinal epithelium remains unclear. Therefore, we investigated the potential effect of RSV on tight junction proteins in an HT-29 cell model of inflammation induced by lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and explored its mechanism of action. First, the downregulated expression of the tight junction proteins occludin, ZO-1, and claudin-1 in the HT-29 cell model of inflammation induced by LPS was reversed by incubation with RSV, accompanied by a decrease in the expression of tumor necrosis factor α-converting enzyme (TACE). Additionally, the Notch1 pathway was attenuated and the expression of the inflammatory factors IL-6 and TNF-α was decreased by treatment with RSV. Second, after Jagged-1 was used in combination with RSV to reactivate the Notch1 pathway, the protective effects of RSV against the LPS-induced reductions in the expression of the tight junction proteins occludin, ZO-1, and claudin-1 and the decreases in the levels of the inflammatory factors IL-6 and TNF-α were abolished. These results suggest that RSV might regulate the expression of tight junction proteins by attenuating the Notch1 pathway.
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- Yihua Luo
- Department of Gerontology and Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, 530021, China
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- Department of Gerontology and Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, 530021, China
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- Department of Gerontology and Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, 530021, China
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- Department of Gerontology and Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, 530021, China
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- Department of Gerontology and Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, 530021, China.
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Jurczyk M, Kasperczyk J, Wrześniok D, Beberok A, Jelonek K. Nanoparticles Loaded with Docetaxel and Resveratrol as an Advanced Tool for Cancer Therapy. Biomedicines 2022; 10:biomedicines10051187. [PMID: 35625921 PMCID: PMC9138983 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines10051187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Revised: 05/16/2022] [Accepted: 05/17/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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A growing interest in the use of a combination of chemosensitizers and cytostatics for overcoming cancer resistance to treatment and the development of their delivery systems has been observed. Resveratrol (Res) presents antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and chemopreventive properties but also limits multidrug resistance against docetaxel (Dtx), which is one of the main causes of failure in cancer therapy with this drug. However, the use of both drugs presents challenges, including poor bioavailability, the unfavourable pharmacokinetics and chemical instability of Res and the poor water solubility and dose-limiting toxicity of Dtx. In order to overcome these difficulties, attempts have been made to create different forms of delivery for both agents. This review is focused on the latest developments in nanoparticles for the delivery of Dtx, Res and for the combined delivery of those two drugs. The aim of this review was also to summarize the synergistic mechanism of action of Dtx and Res on cancer cells. According to recent reports, Dtx and Res loaded in a nano-delivery system exhibit better efficiency in cancer treatment compared to free drugs. Also, the co-delivery of Dtx and Res in one actively targeted delivery system providing the simultaneous release of both drugs in cancer cells has a chance to fulfil the requirements of effective anticancer therapy and reduce limitations in therapy caused by multidrug resistance (MDR).
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- Magdalena Jurczyk
- Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, Curie-Skłodowska 34 St., 41-819 Zabrze, Poland; (M.J.); (J.K.)
- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Jagiellońska 4, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland; (D.W.); (A.B.)
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- Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, Curie-Skłodowska 34 St., 41-819 Zabrze, Poland; (M.J.); (J.K.)
- Department of Biopharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Jedności 8, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Jagiellońska 4, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland; (D.W.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Jagiellońska 4, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland; (D.W.); (A.B.)
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- Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, Curie-Skłodowska 34 St., 41-819 Zabrze, Poland; (M.J.); (J.K.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +48-32-271-2969
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Buglio DS, Marton LT, Laurindo LF, Guiguer EL, Araújo AC, Buchaim RL, Goulart RDA, Rubira CJ, Barbalho SM. The Role of Resveratrol in Mild Cognitive Impairment and Alzheimer's Disease: A Systematic Review. J Med Food 2022; 25:797-806. [PMID: 35353606 DOI: 10.1089/jmf.2021.0084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Advancing age is one of the risk factors for developing many diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular disorders, and neurodegenerative alterations, such as mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and Alzheimer's Disease (AD). Studies have indicated that supplementation with resveratrol (RSV) might improve cerebrovascular function and reduce the risk of developing dementia. Thus, the aim of this systematic review was to assess the effects of RSV on MCI and AD. MEDLINE-PubMed, Cochrane, and EMBASE were used to perform the search, and PRISMA guidelines were followed. Five studies met the eligible criteria; three with AD and two with MCI. In AD patients, the use of RSV reduces Aβ levels, improves brain volume, reduces the Mini-mental status score, and improves AD scores. In patients with MCI, this polyphenol prevents decline in Standard Volumes of Interest and increases the Resting-state Functional Connectivity score. RSV can activate the human silent information regulator 2/sirtuin 1 (Sirt-1) and can inhibit the cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), 5-lipoxygenase, and nuclear factor-κB, resulting in the reduction of the proinflammation pathways. It is also associated with the increase in the levels of interleukin (IL)-10 and reduction of interferon-γ and IL-17. Both anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects can be related to preventing neurodegenerative diseases, doing maintenance, and enabling the recovery of these conditions directly related to inflammation and oxidative stress. We suggest that the use of RSV can bring beneficial effects to patients with MCI or AD.
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- Daiene Santos Buglio
- Structural and Functional Interactions in Rehabilitation-UNIMAR, Marília, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Pharmacology, School of Medicine, University of Marília (UNIMAR), Marília, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Pharmacology, School of Medicine, University of Marília (UNIMAR), Marília, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Structural and Functional Interactions in Rehabilitation-UNIMAR, Marília, São Paulo, Brazil.,Department of Biochemistry and Pharmacology, School of Medicine, University of Marília (UNIMAR), Marília, São Paulo, Brazil.,School of Food and Technology of Marilia (FATEC), Marilia, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Structural and Functional Interactions in Rehabilitation-UNIMAR, Marília, São Paulo, Brazil.,Department of Biochemistry and Pharmacology, School of Medicine, University of Marília (UNIMAR), Marília, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Bauru School of Dentistry (FOB/USP), University of São Paulo, Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Pharmacology, School of Medicine, University of Marília (UNIMAR), Marília, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Structural and Functional Interactions in Rehabilitation-UNIMAR, Marília, São Paulo, Brazil.,Department of Biochemistry and Pharmacology, School of Medicine, University of Marília (UNIMAR), Marília, São Paulo, Brazil.,School of Food and Technology of Marilia (FATEC), Marilia, São Paulo, Brazil
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Tabibzadeh S. Resolving Geroplasticity to the Balance of Rejuvenins and Geriatrins. Aging Dis 2022; 13:1664-1714. [DOI: 10.14336/ad.2022.0414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2022] [Accepted: 04/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Liberato PA, Okumura LL, de Souza Silva AF, Aleixo H, Silva JG, Diniz JA, Oliveira AF. Direct determination of boscalid in grape samples by differential pulse voltammetry using a carbon paste electrode. ANALYTICAL METHODS : ADVANCING METHODS AND APPLICATIONS 2021; 13:5195-5203. [PMID: 34673852 DOI: 10.1039/d1ay01134k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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A new methodology to determine directly the fungicide boscalid (BSC) was developed and successfully applied in red grape 100% juice, peel extracts, pulp and purple grape seeds (Vitis labrusca L.) with a working carbon paste electrode (CPE) without sample preparation. Cyclic voltammetry (CV) indicated the presence of an irreversible cathodic process of BSC at -1.21 V vs. Ag|AgCl (KCl 3.0 mol L-1) in a solution of 0.100 mol L-1 HCl/acetone 70 : 30 (v/v). This behavior was also observed using Square Wave Voltammetry (SWV). The Differential Pulse Voltammetry (DPV) technique proved to be more sensitive and with higher selectivity for BSC quantification. The influence of pH on the reduction of BSC was investigated in Britton-Robinson Buffer (BRB), 0.01 mol L-1 (pH 2.00-12.00). The limit of detection (LOD) values obtained from calibration curves for different samples were as follows: 0.107 mg L-1 for deionized water; 0.146 mg L-1 for red grape 100% juice; 0.922 mg kg-1 for peel extracts; 0.818 mg kg-1 for grape pulp and 0.691 mg kg-1 for grape seeds. The corresponding Limit of Quantification (LOQ) values for the same samples were as follows: 0.358 mg L-1; 0.486 mg L-1; 2.87 mg kg-1; 2.73 mg kg-1 and 2.51 mg kg-1, respectively. In addition, the recovery rates for the different concentration levels in the investigated range varied between 97.13 and 103.4%. All tests performed with the samples did not require extraction or pre-concentration steps of BSC, resulting in a fast, simple and cheap methodology.
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- Priscila Azevedo Liberato
- Departamento de Química, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Av. Peter Henry Holfs, Viçosa, 3650-900, MG, Brazil.
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- Departamento de Química, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Av. Peter Henry Holfs, Viçosa, 3650-900, MG, Brazil.
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- Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e Mucuri, Av. Universitária, Unaí, 38610-000, MG, Brazil
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- Departamento de Química, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Av. Antônio Carlos, Belo Horizonte, 31270-901, MG, Brazil
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- Departamento de Química, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Av. Peter Henry Holfs, Viçosa, 3650-900, MG, Brazil.
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- Departamento de Química, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Av. Peter Henry Holfs, Viçosa, 3650-900, MG, Brazil.
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The Effect of Resveratrol on Blood Glucose and Blood Lipids in Rats with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2021; 2021:2956795. [PMID: 34721626 PMCID: PMC8553448 DOI: 10.1155/2021/2956795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2021] [Revised: 10/09/2021] [Accepted: 10/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Background Previous studies have reported that resveratrol has various biological effects such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antitumor. This study aimed to investigate the effects of resveratrol on blood glucose and blood lipids in rats with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Methods The rat diabetes model was prepared by one-time intraperitoneal injection of streptozotocin (STZ, 35 mg/kg). Fasting blood glucose was measured by using a blood glucose meter. The ELISA method was used to detect the levels of insulin, leptin, adiponectin, resistin, TNF-α, and IL-6. The content of TC, TG, LDL-C, and HDL-C was determined by using an automatic biochemical detector. Results Compared with the GDM group, the insulin level in the resveratrol (120 and 240 mg/kg) treatment group was significantly increased. But, the blood glucose level and body weight were significantly reduced. The content of TC, TG, and LDL-C in the resveratrol (240 mg/kg) treatment group was significantly reduced, and the content of HDL-C was significantly increased. In addition, leptin, resistin, TNF-α, and IL-6 levels in the 240 mg/kg resveratrol treatment group were significantly reduced, and adiponectin was significantly increased. Also, resveratrol (240 mg/kg) was stronger than metformin hydrochloride in improving insulin secretion and regulating blood lipids and adipokine content. Conclusion Resveratrol has a dose-dependent effect on GDM rats to increase insulin secretion, reduce blood glucose and body weight, and regulate blood lipids and plasma adipokines.
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Wang W, Feng X, Du Y, Liu C, Pang X, Jiang K, Wang X, Liu Y. Synthesis of Novel Pinocembrin Amino Acid Derivatives and Their Antiaging Effect on Caenorhabditis elegans via the Modulating DAF-16/FOXO. DRUG DESIGN DEVELOPMENT AND THERAPY 2021; 15:4177-4193. [PMID: 34675482 PMCID: PMC8502036 DOI: 10.2147/dddt.s330223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2021] [Accepted: 09/11/2021] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Purpose Pinocembrin is a dihydroflavonoid, which is widely found in several plant species. Although pinocembrin has good pharmacological activity, it has poor water solubility and low bioavailability. Therefore, we have modified the structure of pinocembrin with a combination of different amino acids to solve this problem. Moreover, the effect of the antiaging activity of them has not been explored. We aim to investigate the effect of pinocembrin and its amino acid derivatives on the aging of Caenorhabditis elegans. Methods Pinocembrin was spliced with different amino acids in order to obtain their corresponding derivatives. The preliminary research of pinocembrin and its amino acid derivatives on antiaging effect was studied by using the C. elegans model. Among all the compounds, the one shows the best antiaging effect was then studied on antiaging mechanism. The protective effect on nematodes under emergency conditions was explained by detecting the ROS content and sod-3p::GFP fusion protein expression in nematodes; the possible anti-aging mechanism of nematodes was determined by DAF-16 nuclear localization experiment and the survival curve of transgenic nematodes model under stress conditions. Results Pb-3 showed the best effect on increasing tolerance to thermal and oxidative stress and reduce the accumulation of lipofuscin. In the assay of C. elegans, pb-3 reduced intracellular ROS accumulation. Application of pb-3 to the transgenic mutant TJ356 induced the translocation of the transcription factor DAF-16 from the cytosol to the nucleus, and modulated the expression of SOD-3 (downstream genes of daf-16), which regulates longevity in C. elegans. Moreover, pb-3 did not prolong the lifespan of daf-16, age-1, daf-2 and hsp16.2 mutants, suggesting that these genetic pathways are involved in mediating the antiaging effects of pb-3. Conclusion The antioxidant and antiaging properties of pb-3 may involve in the DAF-16/FOXO transcription process. Pinocembrin amino acid derivatives might be a novel agent for antiaging therapy.
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- Wenqi Wang
- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 102488, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 102488, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 102488, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 102488, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 102488, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 102488, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 102488, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 102488, People's Republic of China
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Devi RV, Raj D, Doble M. Lockdown of mitochondrial Ca 2+ extrusion and subsequent resveratrol treatment kill HeLa cells by Ca 2+ overload. Int J Biochem Cell Biol 2021; 139:106071. [PMID: 34428589 DOI: 10.1016/j.biocel.2021.106071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2021] [Revised: 08/06/2021] [Accepted: 08/19/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Anticancer effect of resveratrol and the role of sodium/lithium/calcium exchanger in context with calcium ions are studied in human cervical cancer cell line. This therapeutic approach using siNCLX mediated gene silencing and drug therapy with resveratrol indicates the disruption of calcium homeostasis, increase in caspase (-3, 8, 9) mRNA expressions and DNA damage leading to apoptotic cell death. Monitoring the intracellular Ca2+ changes using fluo-4AM indicates highest rise in [Ca2+] level in sodium/lithium/calcium exchanger silenced group with five different stages, that is distinguishable based on the fluorescence intensity. In resveratrol treated and siNCLX + resveratrol treated groups no such cell staging differences were observed, despite uniform Ca2+ rise followed by decrease in the intensity. Integrating RNAi gene silencing of sodium/lithium/calcium exchanger with resveratrol can form the most interesting, efficient and promising therapeutic strategy in the treatment of cancer.
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- R Viswambari Devi
- Bioengineering and Drug Design Laboratory, Department of Biotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology, Chennai, 600036, India
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- Bioengineering and Drug Design Laboratory, Department of Biotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology, Chennai, 600036, India
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- Bioengineering and Drug Design Laboratory, Department of Biotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology, Chennai, 600036, India.
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Fakhri S, Iranpanah A, Gravandi MM, Moradi SZ, Ranjbari M, Majnooni MB, Echeverría J, Qi Y, Wang M, Liao P, Farzaei MH, Xiao J. Natural products attenuate PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway: A promising strategy in regulating neurodegeneration. PHYTOMEDICINE 2021; 91:153664. [PMID: 34391082 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2021.153664] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2021] [Revised: 07/04/2021] [Accepted: 07/12/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND As common, progressive, and chronic causes of disability and death, neurodegenerative diseases (NDDs) significantly threaten human health, while no effective treatment is available. Given the engagement of multiple dysregulated pathways in neurodegeneration, there is an imperative need to target the axis and provide effective/multi-target agents to tackle neurodegeneration. Recent studies have revealed the role of phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K)/Akt/mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) in some diseases and natural products with therapeutic potentials. PURPOSE This is the first systematic and comprehensive review on the role of plant-derived secondary metabolites in managing and/or treating various neuronal disorders via the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS A systematic and comprehensive review was done based on the PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane electronic databases. Two independent investigators followed the PRISMA guidelines and included papers on PI3K/Akt/mTOR and interconnected pathways/mediators targeted by phytochemicals in NDDs. RESULTS Natural products are multi-target agents with diverse pharmacological and biological activities and rich sources for discovering and developing novel therapeutic agents. Accordingly, recent studies have shown increasing phytochemicals in combating Alzheimer's disease, aging, Parkinson's disease, brain/spinal cord damages, depression, and other neuronal-associated dysfunctions. Amongst the emerging targets in neurodegeneration, PI3K/Akt/mTOR is of great importance. Therefore, attenuation of these mediators would be a great step towards neuroprotection in such NDDs. CONCLUSION The application of plant-derived secondary metabolites in managing and/or treating various neuronal disorders through the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway is a promising strategy towards neuroprotection.
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- Sajad Fakhri
- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah 6734667149, Iran.
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- Student Research Committee, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah 6734667149, Iran; Medical Biology Research Center, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah 6734667149, Iran.
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- Student Research Committee, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.
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- Departamento de Ciencias del Ambiente, Facultad de Química y Biología, Universidad de Santiago de Chile, Santiago, Chile.
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- Purdue Quantum Science and Engineering Institute, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907, USA.
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- School of Biological Sciences, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, PR China.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907, USA.
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah 6734667149, Iran.
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- International Research Center for Food Nutrition and Safety, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, China; Department of Analytical Chemistry and Food Science, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Vigo - Ourense Campus, E-32004 Ourense, Spain.
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Zhao L, Xu M, Pan X, Zhang B, Dou Q. Binding and detoxification ability of lactobacillus acidophilus towards di-n-butyl phthalate: Change of MAPK pathway in Caco-2 cell model. J Proteomics 2021; 247:104333. [PMID: 34298185 DOI: 10.1016/j.jprot.2021.104333] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2020] [Revised: 05/31/2021] [Accepted: 07/11/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
Abstract
Di-n-butyl phthalate (DBP), a common compound of phthalates, can pose a risk to humans as a contaminant in the food industry. At present, the molecular mechanism of gene and protein toxicity caused by DBP in human cells is unclear. This in vitro study investigated the potential of inactivated Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM in alleviating the damage caused by DBP in Caco-2 cells. According to the results from transcriptome and proteome analyses, the Caco-2 cells treated by DBP was resulted finally endoplasmic reticulum stress and mitochondrial oxidative damage. The most important differentially expressed genes and proteins involved in Caco-2 cells treated with NCFM to relieve DBP's cytotoxicity were TNF, NF-κB, CREB, P21, GADD45, FOS and CASP3. The molecular mechanism of DBP toxicity alleviated by strain NCFM was involved the MAPK pathway, via DBP bind to strain NCFM and avoid the activation of TNF receptor by DBP, so down-regulated the NF-κB, CREB, P21, GADD45, and CASP3, relieving the apoptosis of Caco-2 cells. Overall, our data provide new insights into detoxification of phthalate by using Lactobacillus. SIGNIFICANCE: Here we sequenced and assembled the transcriptome from Caco-2 cells which were treated with 4 groups: Control, DBP, strain NCFM, and strain NCFM+DBP groups, and combined it with proteome to characterize DBP detoxification genes/proteins through multiomics analysis. The cell viability in DBP treated groups were significantly increased by NCFM strain, indicating NCFM strain has the ability to alleviate the cytotoxicity of DBP via their binding ability with toxins. Furthermore, the results of transcriptome and proteome analysis showed that the signaling pathway of strain NCFM can alleviate DBP toxicity through MAPK pathway, and the potential biomarkers were identified too. This research may provided new information for developing new detoxification strategies for DBP.
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- Lili Zhao
- College of Life Sciences, Henan Normal University, 453007 Xinxiang, China; Henan International Joint Laboratory of Agricultural Microbial Ecology and Technology, Henan Normal University, Xinxiang 453007, China
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- School of Biological Science & Biotechnology, Beijing Forestry University, 100083 Beijing, China
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- College of Life Sciences, Henan Normal University, 453007 Xinxiang, China
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- School of Biological Science & Biotechnology, Beijing Forestry University, 100083 Beijing, China.
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- College of Life Sciences, Henan Normal University, 453007 Xinxiang, China
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Mosleh G, Badr P, Zaeri M, Mohagheghzadeh A. Potentials of Antitussive Traditional Persian Functional Foods for COVID-19 Therapy †. Front Pharmacol 2021; 12:624006. [PMID: 34335237 PMCID: PMC8322585 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2021.624006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2020] [Accepted: 06/21/2021] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
Abstract
Coronavirus disease 2019 is a worldwide pandemic resulting in a severe acute respiratory syndrome. Remdesivir is the only FDA-approved drug for hospitalized patients older than age 12. It shows the necessity of finding new therapeutic strategies. Functional foods (FFs) could have co-therapeutic and protective effects against COVID-19 infection. Traditional Persian medicine (TPM), one of the safest and most popular schools of medicine for hundreds of years, has recommended potential FF candidates to manage such a global pandemic. To reveal the potential of TPM in terms of antitussive FFs, traditional Persian pharmacopoeia "Qarabadin-e-Salehi" was searched using the keywords "Soaal" and "Sorfeh." Also, a search of MEDLINE, PubMed Central, Google Scholar, and Science Direct was performed for the relevant literature published from the inception up to March 2021. A combination of search terms including "cough, antitussive, antioxidant, anti-inflammation, antiviral, COVID-19, mucoactive, mucolytic, expectorant, and mucoregulatory" was also applied. The potential mechanism of action in SARS-CoV-2 infection was discussed. Twelve TPM FFs were found including Laooqs, Morabbas, a Saviq, a soup, and a syrup. They are combinations of two to seven ingredients. Natural compounds of mentioned formulations have the main pharmacological mechanisms including antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antihistamine, bronchodilator, immunomodulatory, and mucoactive effects as well as central or peripheral antitussive activities. FFs are cost-effective, easily accessible, and safe options for both treatment and prevention of COVID-19. They might have positive psychological effects along with their pharmacological effects and nutritional virtues. They could also manage persistent respiratory discomforts after recovery from COVID-19.
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- Ghazaleh Mosleh
- Phytopharmaceutical Technology and Traditional Medicine Incubator, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Phytopharmaceutical Technology and Traditional Medicine Incubator, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Phytopharmaceuticals (Traditional Pharmacy), School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
- Department of Phytopharmaceuticals (Traditional Pharmacy), School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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