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Jang AY, Choi J, Rod-In W, Choi KY, Lee DH, Park WJ. In Vitro Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Protective Effects of Codium fragile Extract on Macrophages and Human Keratinocytes in Atopic Dermatitis. J Microbiol Biotechnol 2024; 34:940-948. [PMID: 38314445 DOI: 10.4014/jmb.2312.12002] [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: 12/05/2023] [Revised: 12/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/06/2024]
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Codium fragile has been traditionally used in oriental medicine to treat enterobiasis, dropsy, and dysuria, and it has been shown to possess many biological properties. Atopic dermatitis (AD) is one of the types of skin inflammation and barrier disruption, which leads to chronic inflammatory skin diseases. In the current investigation, the protective effects of C. fragile extract (CFE) on anti-inflammation and skin barrier improvement were investigated. In LPS-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells, nitric oxide generation and the expression levels of interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-4, IL-6, iNOS, COX-2, and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF)-α were reduced by CFE. CFE also inhibited the phosphorylation of NF-κB-p65, ERK, p-38, and JNK. Additionally, CFE showed inhibitory activity on TSLP and IL-4 expression in HaCaT cells stimulated with TNF-α/interferon-gamma (IFN-γ). Enhanced expression of factors related to skin barrier function, FLG, IVL, and LOR, was confirmed. These findings implied that CFE may be used as a therapeutic agent against AD due to its skin barrier-strengthening and anti-inflammatory activities, which are derived from natural marine products.
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- A-Yeong Jang
- Department of Marine Bio Food Science, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung 25457, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Marine Bio Food Science, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung 25457, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Marine Bio Food Science, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung 25457, Republic of Korea
- Department of Agricultural Science, Faculty of Agriculture Natural Resources and Environment, Naresuan University, Phitsanulok 65000 Thailand
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- Department of Marine Bio Food Science, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung 25457, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Marine Bio Food Science, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung 25457, Republic of Korea
- Nbios Inc., Gangneung, Gangwon 25457, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Marine Bio Food Science, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung 25457, Republic of Korea
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Chi Y, Li Y, Ding C, Liu X, Luo M, Wang Z, Bi Y, Luo S. Structural and biofunctional diversity of sulfated polysaccharides from the genus Codium (Bryopsidales, Chlorophyta): A review. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 263:130364. [PMID: 38401579 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.130364] [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: 10/16/2023] [Revised: 01/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 02/26/2024]
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It is believed that polysaccharides will become a focal point for future production of food, pharmaceuticals, and materials due to their ubiquitous and renewable nature, as well as their exceptional properties that have been extensively validated in the fields of nutrition, healthcare, and materials. Sulfated polysaccharides derived from seaweed sources have attracted considerable attention owing to their distinctive structures and properties. The genus Codium, represented by the species C. fragile, holds significance as a vital economic green seaweed and serves as a traditional Chinese medicinal herb. To date, the cell walls of the genus Codium have been found to contain at least four types of sulfated polysaccharides, specifically pyruvylated β-d-galactan sulfates, sulfated arabinogalactans, sulfated β-l-arabinans, and sulfated β-d-mannans. These sulfated polysaccharides exhibit diverse biofunctions, including anticoagulant, immune-enhancing, anticancer, antioxidant activities, and drug-carrying capacity. This review explores the structural and biofunctional diversity of sulfated polysaccharides derived from the genus Codium. Additionally, in addressing the impending challenges within the industrialization of these polysaccharides, encompassing concerns regarding scale-up production and quality control, we outline potential strategies to address these challenges from the perspectives of raw materials, extraction processes, purification technologies, and methods for quality control.
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- Yongzhou Chi
- School of Life Science and Food Engineering, Huaiyin Institute of Technology, Huai'an, Jiangsu 223003, China.
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- School of Life Science and Food Engineering, Huaiyin Institute of Technology, Huai'an, Jiangsu 223003, China
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- School of Life Science and Food Engineering, Huaiyin Institute of Technology, Huai'an, Jiangsu 223003, China
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- School of Life Science and Food Engineering, Huaiyin Institute of Technology, Huai'an, Jiangsu 223003, China
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- School of Life Science and Food Engineering, Huaiyin Institute of Technology, Huai'an, Jiangsu 223003, China
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- School of Life Science and Food Engineering, Huaiyin Institute of Technology, Huai'an, Jiangsu 223003, China
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- School of Life Science and Food Engineering, Huaiyin Institute of Technology, Huai'an, Jiangsu 223003, China
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- School of Life Science and Food Engineering, Huaiyin Institute of Technology, Huai'an, Jiangsu 223003, China
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Summat T, Wangtueai S, You S, Rod-in W, Park WJ, Karnjanapratum S, Seesuriyachan P, Surayot U. In Vitro Anti-Inflammatory Activity and Structural Characteristics of Polysaccharides Extracted from Lobonema smithii Jellyfish. Mar Drugs 2023; 21:559. [PMID: 37999383 PMCID: PMC10672681 DOI: 10.3390/md21110559] [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: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 10/22/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 11/25/2023] Open
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Crude polysaccharides were extracted from the white jellyfish (Lobonema smithii) using water extraction and fractionated using ion-exchange chromatography to obtain three different fractions (JF1, JF2, and JF3). The chemical characteristics of four polysaccharides were investigated, along with their anti-inflammatory effect in LPS-stimulated RAW264.7 cells. All samples mainly consisted of neutral sugars with minor contents of proteins and sulphates in various proportions. Glucose, galactose, and mannose were the main constituents of the monosaccharides. The molecular weights of the crude polysaccharides and the JF1, JF2, and JF3 fractions were 865.0, 477.6, 524.1, and 293.0 kDa, respectively. All polysaccharides were able to decrease NO production, especially JF3, which showed inhibitory activity. JF3 effectively suppressed iNOS, COX-2, IL-1β, IL-6, and TNF-α expression, while IL-10 expression was induced. JF3 could inhibit phosphorylated ERK, JNK, p38, and NF-κB p65. Furthermore, flow cytometry showed the impact of JF3 on inhibiting CD11b and CD40 expression. These results suggest that JF3 could inhibit NF-κB and MAPK-related inflammatory pathways. The structural characterisation revealed that (1→3)-linked glucopyranosyl, (1→3,6)-linked galactopyranosyl, and (1→3,6)-linked glucopyranosyl residues comprised the main backbone of JF3. Therefore, L. smithii polysaccharides exhibit good anti-inflammatory activity and could thus be applied as an alternative therapeutic agent against inflammation.
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- Thitikan Summat
- College of Maritime Studies and Management, Chiang Mai University, Samut Sakhon 74000, Thailand; (T.S.); (S.W.)
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- College of Maritime Studies and Management, Chiang Mai University, Samut Sakhon 74000, Thailand; (T.S.); (S.W.)
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- Department of Marine Bio Food Science, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung 25457, Gangwon, Republic of Korea; (S.Y.); (W.R.-i.); (W.J.P.)
- East Coast Life Sciences Institute, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung 25457, Gangwon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Marine Bio Food Science, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung 25457, Gangwon, Republic of Korea; (S.Y.); (W.R.-i.); (W.J.P.)
- Department of Agricultural Science, Faculty of Agriculture Natural Resources and Environment, Naresuan University, Phitsanulok 65000, Thailand
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- Department of Marine Bio Food Science, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung 25457, Gangwon, Republic of Korea; (S.Y.); (W.R.-i.); (W.J.P.)
- East Coast Life Sciences Institute, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung 25457, Gangwon, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Marine Product Technology, Faculty of Agro-Industry, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand;
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- College of Maritime Studies and Management, Chiang Mai University, Samut Sakhon 74000, Thailand; (T.S.); (S.W.)
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Kim TY, Kim JM, Lee HL, Go MJ, Joo SG, Kim JH, Lee HS, Jeong WM, Lee DY, Kim HJ, Heo HJ. Codium fragile Suppressed Chronic PM 2.5-Exposed Pulmonary Dysfunction via TLR/TGF-β Pathway in BALB/c Mice. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1743. [PMID: 37760047 PMCID: PMC10525573 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12091743] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2023] [Revised: 09/04/2023] [Accepted: 09/08/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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This study investigated the ameliorating effect of the aqueous extract of Codium fragile on PM2.5-induced pulmonary dysfunction. The major compounds of Codium fragile were identified as palmitic acid, stearic acid, and oleamide using GC/MS2 and hexadecanamide, oleamide, and 13-docosenamide using UPLC-Q-TOF/MSE. Codium fragile improved pulmonary antioxidant system deficit by regulating SOD activities and reducing GSH levels and MDA contents. It suppressed pulmonary mitochondrial dysfunction by regulating ROS contents and mitochondrial membrane potential levels. It regulated the inflammatory protein levels of TLR4, MyD88, p-JNK, p-NF-κB, iNOS, Caspase-1, TNF-α, and IL-1β. In addition, it improved the apoptotic protein expression of BCl-2, BAX, and Caspase-3 and attenuated the fibrous protein expression of TGF-β1, p-Smad-2, p-Smad-3, MMP-1, and MMP-2. In conclusion, this study suggests that Codium fragile might be a potential material for functional food or pharmaceuticals to improve lung damage by regulating oxidative stress inflammation, cytotoxicity, and fibrosis via the TLR/TGF-β1 signaling pathway.
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- Tae Yoon Kim
- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeonsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeonsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeonsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeonsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeonsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeonsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeonsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Research & Development Team, Gyeongnam Anti-Aging Research Institute, Sancheong 52215, Republic of Korea; (W.M.J.); (D.Y.L.)
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- Research & Development Team, Gyeongnam Anti-Aging Research Institute, Sancheong 52215, Republic of Korea; (W.M.J.); (D.Y.L.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeonsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeonsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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Kim TY, Kim JM, Lee HL, Go MJ, Joo SG, Kim JH, Lee HS, Lee DY, Kim HJ, Heo HJ. Codium fragile Suppresses PM 2.5-Induced Cognitive Dysfunction by Regulating Gut-Brain Axis via TLR-4/MyD88 Pathway. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:12898. [PMID: 37629080 PMCID: PMC10454605 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241612898] [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: 06/21/2023] [Revised: 08/11/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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This study was conducted to evaluate the cognitive dysfunction improvement effect of aqueous extract of Codium fragile (AECF) by regulating the imbalance of the gut-brain axis in chronic particulate matter (PM)2.5-exposed mice. The physiological compounds of AECF were identified as hexadecanamide, oleamide, octadecanamide, stearidonic acid, and linolenic acid by the ultra-performance liquid chromatography-quadrupole time of flight mass spectrometry (UPLC Q-TOF MSE) analysis. To evaluate the effect of PM2.5 on the antioxidant system, superoxide dismutase (SOD) contents, reduced glutathione (GSH) contents, and malondialdehyde (MDA) contents were measured in colon and brain tissues. AECF significantly ameliorated the imbalance of the antioxidant systems. Also, AECF improved intestinal myeloperoxidase (MPO) activity, the abundance of the gut microbiome, short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) contents, and tight junction protein expression against PM2.5-induced damage. In addition, AECF prevented PM2.5-induced inflammatory and apoptotic expression via the toll-like receptor-4 (TLR-4)/myeloid differentiation primary response 88 (MyD88) pathway in colon and brain tissues. Additionally, AECF enhanced the mitochondrial function, including the mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP) and reactive oxygen species (ROS) contents in brain tissues. Furthermore, AECF regulated the cholinergic system, such as acetylcholine (ACh) contents, acetylcholinesterase (AChE) activity, and protein expression levels of AChE and choline acetyltransferase (ChAT) in brain tissues. To evaluate the effect of cognitive dysfunction caused by PM2.5-induced intestinal dysfunction, behavior tests such as Y-maze, passive avoidance, and Morris water maze tests were performed. From the results of the behavior tests, AECF ameliorated spatial learning and memory, short-term memory, and long-term learning and memory function. This study confirmed that AECF reduced PM2.5-induced cognitive dysfunction by regulating gut microbiome and inflammation, apoptosis, and mitochondrial function by enhancing the gut-brain axis. Based on these results, this study suggests that AECF, which contains fatty acid amides, might be a potential material for ameliorating PM2.5-induced cognitive dysfunction via gut-brain axis improvement.
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- Tae Yoon Kim
- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Research & Development Team, Gyeongnam Anti-Aging Research Institute, Sancheong 52215, Republic of Korea;
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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- Division of Applied Life Science (BK21), Institute of Agriculture and Life Science, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (T.Y.K.); (J.M.K.); (H.L.L.); (M.J.G.); (S.G.J.); (J.H.K.); (H.S.L.); (H.-J.K.)
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Antwi-Adjei M, Obese E, Adakudugu EA, Henneh IT, Biney RP, Aboagye B, Amoani B, Anokwah D, Ameyaw EO. Modulating Effects of the Hydroethanolic Leaf Extract of Persicaria lanigera R. Br. Soják (Polygonaceae) against Acute Inflammation. ScientificWorldJournal 2023; 2023:5567410. [PMID: 37469933 PMCID: PMC10352536 DOI: 10.1155/2023/5567410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2023] [Revised: 06/27/2023] [Accepted: 06/29/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2023] Open
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Plant species have been used traditionally to treat numerous inflammatory disorders because of their known medicinal properties. This study aimed to assess the anti-inflammatory effect of aqueous ethanolic leaf extract of Persicaria lanigera using acute inflammatory models. The safety profile of the Persicaria lanigera extract was assessed using an acute toxicity model. The anti-inflammatory effect of the Persicaria lanigera leaf extract (100-600 mg·kg-1, p.o.) was studied in carrageenan-induced paw oedema, zymosan-induced knee joint arthritis, and histamine-induced paw oedema in Sprague-Dawley rats (n = 5). It was observed that the Persicaria lanigera leaf extract administered prophylactically significantly inhibited paw oedema from 99.01 ± 12.59 to 59.10 ± 4.94%, 56.08 ± 3.65%, and 48.62 ± 3.27% at 100 mg·kg-1, 300 mg·kg-1, and 600 mg·kg-1, while the standard drug, aspirin, showed 41.84 ± 9.25% in carrageenan-induced paw oedema, respectively. Furthermore, the extract decreased knee joint inflammation significantly from 62.43 ± 5.73% to 32.07 ± 2.98% and 24.33 ± 8.58% at 300 mg·kg-1 and 600 mg·kg-1 in zymosan-induced knee joint inflammation, respectively. In the histamine-induced paw oedema model, the extract significantly inhibited oedema to 61.53 ± 9.17%, 54.21 ± 9.38%, and 54.22 ± 9.37% at the same doses. Aqueous ethanolic leaf extract of Persicaria lanigera is safe and attenuates inflammation in acute inflammation models.
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- Meshack Antwi-Adjei
- Department of Pharmacology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Pharmacotherapeutics and Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Pharmacotherapeutics and Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Pharmacotherapeutics and Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Pharmacotherapeutics and Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Forensic Sciences, School of Biological Sciences, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Allied Health Sciences, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Pharmacognosy and Herbal Medicine, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Pharmacotherapeutics and Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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Cho SH, Jeong H, Park S, Shin HT, Lee HM, Kim KN. Anti-inflammatory activity of Echinosophora koreensis nakai root extract in lipopolysaccharides-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells and carrageenan-induced mouse paw edema model. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2023; 302:115940. [PMID: 36384207 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2022.115940] [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: 07/21/2022] [Revised: 11/10/2022] [Accepted: 11/11/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Echinosophora koreensis Nakai is an endemic plant species distributed in a limited area within the Korean province of Gangwon, including the Yanggu-gun, Inje-gun, Cheorwon-gun, Chuncheon-si, and Hongcheon-gun counties. It is used in traditional medicine to treat various disorders, such as fever, skin diseases, diuresis, and neuralgia. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study demonstrated the effects of E. koreensis Nakai root extract (EKRE) on lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced inflammatory responses in vitro and in vivo. Cell viability was assessed through a 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide assay. Nitric oxide (NO) production was measured using Griess reagent. Interleukin (IL)-6 and tumor necrosis factor (TNF) levels were assessed using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays. Inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), nuclear factor kappa-B (NF-κB), and mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) expression were assessed using Western blot analysis. To examine the effects of EKRE in vivo, it was administered orally at doses of 50 or 200 mg/kg for 3 days in mice. Edema in the paws was induced through λ-carrageenan injection and measured hourly for up to 5 h using calipers. RESULTS EKRE markedly suppressed LPS-generated NO, IL-6, and iNOS production in RAW 264.7 cells. Moreover, it suppressed the activation of the NF-κB and MAPK in LPS-stimulated cells. Furthermore, EKRE significantly inhibited carrageenan-induced edema in mouse paws. There were no significant differences in IL-6 and TNF production in paw tissue harvested from mice, but levels decreased at high EKRE concentrations (200 mg/kg). CONCLUSION The results of this study provided validation for EKRE-induced inhibition of inflammatory responses in vitro and in vivo. This research suggested that EKRE is a promising treatment for inflammatory disorders.
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- Su-Hyeon Cho
- Chuncheon Center, Korea Basic Science Institute (KBSI), Chuncheon, 24341, Republic of Korea
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- Chuncheon Center, Korea Basic Science Institute (KBSI), Chuncheon, 24341, Republic of Korea; Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology (KRIBB), Daejeon, 34141, Republic of Korea
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- Chuncheon Center, Korea Basic Science Institute (KBSI), Chuncheon, 24341, Republic of Korea
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- Korea National Arboretum, Korea Forest Service, Pocheon, 11186, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Forest Ecology, Yanggu County, Yanggu, 24522, Republic of Korea
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- Chuncheon Center, Korea Basic Science Institute (KBSI), Chuncheon, 24341, Republic of Korea; Department of Bio-analysis Science, University of Science & Technology, Daejeon, 34113, Republic of Korea.
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Seo HD, Lee E, Ahn J, Hahm JH, Ha TY, Lee DH, Jung CH. Codium fragile reduces adipose tissue expansion and fatty liver incidence by downregulating adipo- and lipogenesis. J Food Biochem 2022; 46:e14395. [PMID: 36093909 DOI: 10.1111/jfbc.14395] [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: 03/28/2022] [Revised: 08/25/2022] [Accepted: 08/30/2022] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Codium fragile (C. fragile) is a marine alga with high functional food potential. Recent studies have proven C. fragile extract (CFE) effective against obesity. However, the exact underlying mechanism of CFE's anti-obesity effects remains unclear. Herein, CFE was orally administered to male C57BL/6 mice for 7 weeks, along with a high-fat diet. CFE (100 mg/kg) effectively induced weight loss, lowered serum cholesterol levels, and suppressed adipocyte differentiation in white adipose tissue (WAT). Furthermore, CFE effectively reduced hepatic total triglyceride, cholesterol, and lipid levels, while significantly improving liver size and color. mRNA expression analysis in WAT and liver tissue revealed that CFE significantly suppressed the expression of PPARγ and aP-2 in adipocyte differentiation, and SREBP-1c and FAS in de novo lipogenesis, suggesting that CFE's anti-obesity effect is exerted by gene inhibition. PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS: Research on marine plants with anti-obesity effects has been increasing recently. This study demonstrated that C. fragile extract (CFE) is effective in reducing body weight and suppressing adipocyte differentiation, along with the improvement of fatty liver in mice fed with a high-fat diet (HFD). The anti-obesity effect of CFE was exhibited by the down-regulation of adipogenesis and lipogenesis, respectively. Based on these results, C. fragile could be useful, not only to effectively combat obesity but also in improving obesity-induced liver dysfunction.
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- Hyo-Deok Seo
- Aging and Metabolism Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, South Korea
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- Aging and Metabolism Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, South Korea
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- Aging and Metabolism Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, South Korea.,Department of Food Biotechnology, University of Science and Technology, Daejeon, South Korea
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- Aging and Metabolism Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, South Korea
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- Aging and Metabolism Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, South Korea.,Department of Food Biotechnology, University of Science and Technology, Daejeon, South Korea
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- Department of Marine Food Science and Technology, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, South Korea.,Nbios Inc., Gangneung, Gangwon-do, South Korea
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- Aging and Metabolism Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, South Korea
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Meinita MDN, Harwanto D, Choi JS. A concise review of the bioactivity and pharmacological properties of the genus Codium (Bryopsidales, Chlorophyta). JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYCOLOGY 2022; 34:2827-2845. [PMID: 36259048 PMCID: PMC9559154 DOI: 10.1007/s10811-022-02842-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2022] [Revised: 09/01/2022] [Accepted: 09/01/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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The genus Codium is one of the most important genera of marine green macroalgae. Its distribution is widespread worldwide and it has a high degree of diversity in species and characteristics. This genus plays an important ecological role in marine ecosystems as it is a primary producer. However, some species in the genus Codium are invasive species and may disturb the functioning of the ecosystem. Economically, Codium has promising potential as a source of diverse nutritional and pharmacological compounds. Codium is edible, has a high nutrient value, and is rich in bioactive compounds. Hence, some species of Codium have been consumed as food and used as herbal medicines in some Asian countries. In recent decades, studies of the bioactivity and pharmacological properties of the genus Codium have attracted the attention of scientists. This review aims to identify gaps in studies analyzing Codium that have been conducted in the past three decades by assessing published research articles on its bioactivity and pharmacological properties. Compounds obtained from Codium have demonstrated significant biological activities, such as immunostimulatory, anticoagulant, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, antitumor, anti-angiogenic, osteoprotective, and anti-obesity activities. This review provides information that can be used as a future guideline for sustainably utilizing the genus Codium.
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- Maria Dyah Nur Meinita
- Seafood Research Center, Industry Academy Cooperation Foundation (IACF), Silla University, 606, Advanced Seafood Processing Complex, Wonyang-ro, Amnam-dong, Seo-gu, Busan, 49277 Korea
- Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, 53123 Indonesia
- Center for Maritime Bioscience Studies, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, 53123 Indonesia
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- Seafood Research Center, Industry Academy Cooperation Foundation (IACF), Silla University, 606, Advanced Seafood Processing Complex, Wonyang-ro, Amnam-dong, Seo-gu, Busan, 49277 Korea
- Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science, Diponegoro University, Semarang, 50275 Indonesia
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- Seafood Research Center, Industry Academy Cooperation Foundation (IACF), Silla University, 606, Advanced Seafood Processing Complex, Wonyang-ro, Amnam-dong, Seo-gu, Busan, 49277 Korea
- Department of Seafood Science and Technology, The Institute of Marine Industry, Gyeongsang National University, 38 Cheondaegukchi-gil, Tongyeong-si, 53064 Gyeongsangnam-do Korea
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Lomartire S, Gonçalves AMM. Novel Technologies for Seaweed Polysaccharides Extraction and Their Use in Food with Therapeutically Applications—A Review. Foods 2022; 11:foods11172654. [PMID: 36076839 PMCID: PMC9455623 DOI: 10.3390/foods11172654] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2022] [Revised: 08/22/2022] [Accepted: 08/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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The use of seaweed for therapeutic purposes is ancient, but only in the last decade, with advanced technologies, has it been possible to extract seaweed’s bioactive compounds and test their potential properties. Algal metabolites possess nutritional properties, but they also exhibit antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antiviral activities, which allow them to be involved in several pharmaceutical applications. Seaweeds have been incorporated since ancient times into diets as a whole food. With the isolation of particular seaweed compounds, it would be possible to develop new types of food with therapeutically properties. Polysaccharides make up the majority of seaweed biomass, which has triggered an increase in interest in using seaweed for commercial purposes, particularly in the production of agar, carrageenan, and alginate. The bio-properties of polysaccharides are strictly dependent to their chemical characteristics and structure, which varies depending on the species, their life cycles, and other biotic and abiotic factors. Through this review, techniques for seaweed polysaccharides extraction are reported, with studies addressing the advantages for human health from the incorporation of algal compounds as dietary supplements and food additives.
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- Silvia Lomartire
- University of Coimbra, MARE–Marine and Environmental Sciences Centre/ARNET–Aquatic Research Network, Department of Life Sciences, Calçada Martim de Freitas, 3000-456 Coimbra, Portugal
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- University of Coimbra, MARE–Marine and Environmental Sciences Centre/ARNET–Aquatic Research Network, Department of Life Sciences, Calçada Martim de Freitas, 3000-456 Coimbra, Portugal
- Department of Biology and CESAM, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +351-239-240-700 (ext. 262-286)
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Film forming topical dermal spray of meloxicam attenuated pain and inflammation in carrageenan-induced paw oedema in Sprague Dawley rats. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2022.103195] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Michalak I, Tiwari R, Dhawan M, Alagawany M, Farag MR, Sharun K, Emran TB, Dhama K. Antioxidant effects of seaweeds and their active compounds on animal health and production - A Review. Vet Q 2022; 42:48-67. [PMID: 35363108 PMCID: PMC9004519 DOI: 10.1080/01652176.2022.2061744] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Natural antioxidants applied as feed additives can improve not only animals’ health and overall performance but also increase their resistance to environmental stress such as heat stress, bad housing conditions, diseases, etc. Marine organisms, for example seaweeds – red, brown, and green macroalgae contain a plethora of biologically active substances, including phenolic compounds, polysaccharides, pigments, vitamins, micro- and macroelements, and proteins known for their antioxidant activity, which can help in the maintenance of appropriate redox status in animals and show pleiotropic effects for enhancing good health, and productivity. The dysregulated production of free radicals is a marked characteristic of several clinical conditions, and antioxidant machinery plays a pivotal role in scavenging the excessive free radicals, thereby preventing and treating infections in animals. Supplementation of seaweeds to animal diet can boost antioxidant activity, immunity, and the gut environment. Dietary supplementation of seaweeds can also enhance meat quality due to the deposition of marine-derived antioxidant components in muscles. The use of natural antioxidants in the meat industry is a practical approach to minimize or prevent lipid oxidation. However, overconsumption of seaweeds, especially brown macroalgae, should be avoided because of their high iodine content. An important point to consider when including seaweeds in animal feed is their variable composition which depends on the species, habitat, location, harvest time, growing conditions such as nutrient concentration in water, light intensity, temperature, etc. This review highlights the beneficial applications of seaweeds and their extracted compounds, which have antioxidant properties as feed additives and impact animal health and production.
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- Izabela Michalak
- Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Advanced Material Technologies, Wrocław University of Science and Technology, Wrocław 50-370, Poland
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- Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Immunology, College of Veterinary Sciences, Uttar Pradesh Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Pashu Chikitsa Vigyan Vishwavidyalaya Evam Go Anusandhan Sansthan (DUVASU), Mathura, 281001, India
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- Department of Microbiology, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, 141004, India.,The Trafford Group of Colleges, Manchester, WA14 5PQ, United Kingdom
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- Poultry Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig 44511, Egypt
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- Forensic Medicine and Toxicology Department, Veterinary Medicine Faculty, Zagazig University, Zagazig 44511, Egypt
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- Division of Surgery, ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar, Bareilly, 243 122, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pharmacy, BGC Trust University Bangladesh, Chittagong, 4381, Bangladesh
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- Division of Pathology, ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar, Bareilly, 243 122, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Bakshi J, Lathar P, Mehra M, Grewal S, Dhingra D, Kumari S. Evaluation of anti-inflammatory response of berberine-loaded gum nanocomplexes in carrageenan-induced acute paw edema in rats. Pharmacol Rep 2022; 74:392-405. [PMID: 34984656 DOI: 10.1007/s43440-021-00350-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2021] [Revised: 12/20/2021] [Accepted: 12/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Berberine is a natural plant alkaloid and has been reported to possess anti-inflammatory activity. However, berberine's poor bioavailability and low solubility have limited its clinical applicability. Nanoencapsulation of berberine using a suitable carrier can be a promising strategy to improve its efficacy. Therefore, this study aimed to produce berberine-loaded gum nanocomplexes to evaluate their therapeutic effects in a carrageenan-induced rat model. METHODS Berberine-loaded gum nanocomplexes were prepared by the ionic complexation between the negative charges of the gums (tragacanth and acacia gum) using a cross-linker for loading cationic berberine and their anti-inflammatory activity was evaluated against carrageenan-induced paw edema in rats. ELISA and qRT-PCR were employed to measure the concentration and mRNA expression level of inflammatory mediators in plasma and paw tissue, respectively. RESULTS Berberine nanocomplexes were characterized for particle size (219.5 nm), zeta potential by the dynamic light scattering (DLS), and for entrapment efficiency (93.2%) Infrared spectroscopy affirmed the loading of berberine in gum nanocomplexes. Transmission electron microscopy of formulation showed the spherical shape of nanocomplexes and small particle size (100-150 nm). Pretreatment of rats with berberine nanocomplexes significantly reduced the paw edema in inflamed rat paws, decreased the production of nitrite and TNF-α in plasma and repressed the mRNA expression levels of TNF-α and IL-1β in paw tissue in comparison to berberine per se treated rats. CONCLUSION The obtained berberine-loaded gum nanocomplexes produced a better anti-inflammatory effect as compared to berberine alone and hence can be used as an efficient candidate in the treatment of inflammation. The schematic representation of the preparation of the preparation of berberine-loaded tragacanth/acacia gum nanocomplexes and the evaluation in vivo for anti-inflammatory effects.
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- Jyoti Bakshi
- Department of Bio and Nano Technology, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, India
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- Department of Bio and Nano Technology, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, India
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- Department of Bio and Nano Technology, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, India
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- Department of Bio and Nano Technology, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, India.
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Jang G, Lee S, Hong J, Park B, Kim D, Kim C. Anti-Inflammatory Effect of 4,5-Dicaffeoylquinic Acid on RAW264.7 Cells and a Rat Model of Inflammation. Nutrients 2021; 13:3537. [PMID: 34684537 PMCID: PMC8538716 DOI: 10.3390/nu13103537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2021] [Revised: 10/04/2021] [Accepted: 10/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Anti-inflammatory agents that are safer and more effective than the currently used non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are urgently needed. The dicaffeoylquinic acid (diCQA) isomer 4,5-diCQA exhibits antioxidant activity and various other health-promoting benefits; however, its anti-inflammatory properties require further investigation. This study was conducted to evaluate the anti-inflammatory properties of 4,5-diCQA in vitro and in vivo using RAW264.7 cells and a carrageenan-induced inflammation model, respectively. In RAW264.7 cells, 4,5-diCQA pretreatment significantly inhibited lipopolysaccharide-induced expression of nitric oxide, prostaglandin E2, nitric oxide synthase, cyclooxygenase-2, tumor necrosis factor-α, interleukin-1β, and interleukin-6, without inducing cytotoxicity. The inhibitory effects of 4,5-diCQA were mediated by the suppression of nuclear factor-κB nuclear translocation and mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) phosphorylation. Oral administration of 4,5-diCQA at doses of 5, 10, and 20 mg/kg of the body weight suppressed carrageenan-induced edema and the expression of nitric oxide synthase, cyclooxygenase-2, and tumor necrosis factor-α in a dose-dependent manner. Collectively, our results suggest that 4,5-diCQA exerts anti-inflammatory effects by suppressing activation of the nuclear factor-κB and MAPK pathways in vitro and reducing carrageenan-induced edema in vivo. Therefore, 4,5-diCQA shows potential as a natural alternative to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
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- Goeun Jang
- Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Korea; (G.J.); (S.L.)
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Korea; (G.J.); (S.L.)
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- Nano Bio Research Center, Jeonnam Bioindustry Foundation, Jangseong-si 57248, Jeollanam-do, Korea;
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- Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Health and Welfare, Kyungwoon University, Gumi-si 39160, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Korea;
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- Oral Biology Research Institute, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Korea;
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Korea; (G.J.); (S.L.)
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Zhang CY, Lin SQ, Liu FY, Ma JH, Jia FJ, Han Z, Xie WD, Li X. The anti-inflammatory effect of ent-kaur-15-en-17-al-18-oic acid on lipopolysaccharide-stimulated RAW264.7 cells associated with NF-κB and P38/MAPK pathways. JOURNAL OF ASIAN NATURAL PRODUCTS RESEARCH 2021; 23:570-583. [PMID: 32603193 DOI: 10.1080/10286020.2020.1786371] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2019] [Revised: 06/18/2020] [Accepted: 06/18/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Ent-kaur-15-en-17-al-18-oic acid (LL-3) was demonstrated that it can inhibit LPS-induced nitric oxide (NO) production and macrophage migration, maintain homeostasis of oxidative stress, including increased mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP), decreased levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and malondialdehyde (MDA), and maintenance of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione (GSH) activities and inhibit oxidative stress-induced P38 and nuclear factor κB (NF-κB) pathways to decrease inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), cyclooxygense-2 (COX-2), and tumour necrosis factor (TNF)-α mRNA expressions without marked cytotoxicity. These findings revealed that LL-3 could serve as a candidate lead compound for further studying anti-inflammatory therapies.[Formula: see text].
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- Cai-Yun Zhang
- Marine College, Shandong University, Weihai 264209, China
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- Marine College, Shandong University, Weihai 264209, China
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- Marine College, Shandong University, Weihai 264209, China
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- Marine College, Shandong University, Weihai 264209, China
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- Marine College, Shandong University, Weihai 264209, China
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- Marine College, Shandong University, Weihai 264209, China
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- Marine College, Shandong University, Weihai 264209, China
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- Marine College, Shandong University, Weihai 264209, China
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China
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Pereira AG, Fraga-Corral M, Garcia-Oliveira P, Lourenço-Lopes C, Carpena M, Prieto MA, Simal-Gandara J. The Use of Invasive Algae Species as a Source of Secondary Metabolites and Biological Activities: Spain as Case-Study. Mar Drugs 2021; 19:178. [PMID: 33805184 PMCID: PMC8064379 DOI: 10.3390/md19040178] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2021] [Revised: 03/18/2021] [Accepted: 03/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
Abstract
In the recent decades, algae have proven to be a source of different bioactive compounds with biological activities, which has increased the potential application of these organisms in food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, animal feed, and other industrial sectors. On the other hand, there is a growing interest in developing effective strategies for control and/or eradication of invasive algae since they have a negative impact on marine ecosystems and in the economy of the affected zones. However, the application of control measures is usually time and resource-consuming and not profitable. Considering this context, the valorization of invasive algae species as a source of bioactive compounds for industrial applications could be a suitable strategy to reduce their population, obtaining both environmental and economic benefits. To carry out this practice, it is necessary to evaluate the chemical and the nutritional composition of the algae as well as the most efficient methods of extracting the compounds of interest. In the case of northwest Spain, five algae species are considered invasive: Asparagopsis armata, Codium fragile, Gracilaria vermiculophylla, Sargassum muticum, and Grateulopia turuturu. This review presents a brief description of their main bioactive compounds, biological activities, and extraction systems employed for their recovery. In addition, evidence of their beneficial properties and the possibility of use them as supplement in diets of aquaculture animals was collected to illustrate one of their possible applications.
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- Antia G. Pereira
- Nutrition and Bromatology Group, Department of Analytical and Food Chemistry, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Vigo, Ourense Campus, E32004 Ourense, Spain; (A.G.P.); (M.F.-C.); (P.G.-O.); (C.L.-L.); (M.C.)
- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolonia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
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- Nutrition and Bromatology Group, Department of Analytical and Food Chemistry, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Vigo, Ourense Campus, E32004 Ourense, Spain; (A.G.P.); (M.F.-C.); (P.G.-O.); (C.L.-L.); (M.C.)
- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolonia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
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- Nutrition and Bromatology Group, Department of Analytical and Food Chemistry, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Vigo, Ourense Campus, E32004 Ourense, Spain; (A.G.P.); (M.F.-C.); (P.G.-O.); (C.L.-L.); (M.C.)
- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolonia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
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- Nutrition and Bromatology Group, Department of Analytical and Food Chemistry, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Vigo, Ourense Campus, E32004 Ourense, Spain; (A.G.P.); (M.F.-C.); (P.G.-O.); (C.L.-L.); (M.C.)
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- Nutrition and Bromatology Group, Department of Analytical and Food Chemistry, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Vigo, Ourense Campus, E32004 Ourense, Spain; (A.G.P.); (M.F.-C.); (P.G.-O.); (C.L.-L.); (M.C.)
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- Nutrition and Bromatology Group, Department of Analytical and Food Chemistry, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Vigo, Ourense Campus, E32004 Ourense, Spain; (A.G.P.); (M.F.-C.); (P.G.-O.); (C.L.-L.); (M.C.)
- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolonia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
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- Nutrition and Bromatology Group, Department of Analytical and Food Chemistry, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Vigo, Ourense Campus, E32004 Ourense, Spain; (A.G.P.); (M.F.-C.); (P.G.-O.); (C.L.-L.); (M.C.)
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Zhou M, Tang Y, Liao L, Liu M, Deng Y, Zhao X, Li Y. Phillygenin inhibited LPS-induced RAW 264.7 cell inflammation by NF-κB pathway. Eur J Pharmacol 2021; 899:174043. [PMID: 33745957 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejphar.2021.174043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2020] [Revised: 03/11/2021] [Accepted: 03/12/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Inflammation is a common pathological phenomenon when homeostasis is seriously disturbed. Phillygenin (PHI), a lignin component isolated from Forsythiae Fructus, has shown a good anti-inflammatory effect. However, the mechanisms of PHI on anti-inflammation have not yet been systematically elucidated. In this study, the lipopolysaccharide (LPS) - induced RAW264.7 cell inflammation model was established to investigate mechanisms of PHI on inflammation. The effect of PHI on the release of IL-1β and PGE2 inflammatory factors induced by LPS was detected by ELISA, and the mRNA expressions of IL-1β, IL-6 and TNF-α were detected by RT-qPCR. Proteomics studied the signaling pathways that might be affected by PHI and molecular docking technology was subsequently used to study the possible targets on proteomic screened pathways. Western blot was performed ultimately to detect progressive changes in protein expression on the related pathway. Our research showed that PHI significantly inhibited the robust increase of IL-1β and PGE2 and lowered the transcriptional level of inflammatory genes including IL-6, IL-1β and PGE2 in LPS-stimulated RAW264.7 cells. Proteomics results indicated that PHI was involved in the regulation of multiple signaling pathways. Molecular docking results indicated that PHI had an affinity for most proteins in NF-κB pathway. Western blot analysis proved that PHI inhibited LPS-induced NF-κB pathway activation. On the whole, PHI inhibited the activation of NF-κB pathway, thereby inhibiting the expression of related inflammatory genes and the release of cytokines, and showed a remarkable anti-inflammatory effect.
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- Mengting Zhou
- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources; Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education; School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources; Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education; School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources; Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education; School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources; Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education; School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources; Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education; School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources; Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education; School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources; Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education; School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China.
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Molecular Insight into the Anti-Inflammatory Effects of the Curcumin Ester Prodrug Curcumin Diglutaric Acid In Vitro and In Vivo. Int J Mol Sci 2020; 21:ijms21165700. [PMID: 32784830 PMCID: PMC7461142 DOI: 10.3390/ijms21165700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2020] [Revised: 07/30/2020] [Accepted: 08/03/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Curcumin diglutaric acid (CurDG), an ester prodrug of curcumin, has the potential to be developed as an anti-inflammatory agent due to its improved solubility and stability. In this study, the anti-inflammatory effects of CurDG were evaluated. The effects of CurDG on inflammatory mediators were evaluated in LPS-stimulated RAW 264.7 macrophage cells. CurDG reduced the increased levels of NO, IL-6, and TNF- α, as well as iNOS and COX-2 expression in cells to a greater extent than those of curcumin, along with the potent inhibition of MAPK (ERK1/2, JNK, and p38) activity. The anti-inflammatory effects were assessed in vivo by employing a carrageenan-induced mouse paw edema model. Oral administration of CurDG demonstrated significant anti-inflammatory effects in a dose-dependent manner in mice. The effects were significantly higher compared to those of curcumin at the corresponding doses (p < 0.05). Moreover, 25 mg/kg curcumin did not exert a significant anti-inflammatory effect for the overall time course as indicated by the area under the curve data, while the equimolar dose of CurDG produced significant anti-inflammatory effects comparable with 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg curcumin (p < 0.05). Similarly, CurDG significantly reduced the proinflammatory cytokine expression in paw edema tissues compared to curcumin (p < 0.05). These results provide the first experimental evidence for CurDG as a promising anti-inflammatory agent.
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Zbakh H, Salhi G, Bochkov V, Ciudad CJ, Noé V, Hassoun M, Riadi H. Insights on the anti-inflammatory and antitumor activities of extracts from the marine green alga Codium decorticatum. Eur J Integr Med 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eujim.2020.101170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Kim J, Choi JH, Oh T, Ahn B, Unno T. Codium fragile Ameliorates High-Fat Diet-Induced Metabolism by Modulating the Gut Microbiota in Mice. Nutrients 2020; 12:nu12061848. [PMID: 32575855 PMCID: PMC7353201 DOI: 10.3390/nu12061848] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2020] [Revised: 06/17/2020] [Accepted: 06/18/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Codium fragile (CF) is a functional seaweed food that has been used for its health effects, including immunostimulatory, anti-inflammatory, anti-obesity and anti-cancer activities, but the effect of CF extracts on obesity via regulation of intestinal microflora is still unknown. This study investigated anti-obesity effects of CF extracts on gut microbiota of diet-induced obese mice. C57BL/6 mice fed a high-fat (HF) diet were given CF extracts intragastrically for 12 weeks. CF extracts significantly decreased animal body weight and the size of adipocytes, while reducing serum levels of cholesterol and glucose. In addition, CF extracts significantly shifted the gut microbiota of mice by increasing the abundance of Bacteroidetes and decreasing the abundance of Verrucomicrobia species, in which the portion of beneficial bacteria (i.e., Ruminococcaceae, Lachnospiraceae and Acetatifactor) were increased. This resulted in shifting predicted intestinal metabolic pathways involved in regulating adipocytes (i.e., mevalonate metabolism), energy harvest (i.e., pyruvate fermentation and glycolysis), appetite (i.e., chorismate biosynthesis) and metabolic disorders (i.e., isoprene biosynthesis, urea metabolism, and peptidoglycan biosynthesis). In conclusion, our study showed that CF extracts ameliorate intestinal metabolism in HF-induced obese mice by modulating the gut microbiota.
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- Jungman Kim
- Faculty of Biotechnology, School of Life Sciences, SARI, Jeju National University, Jeju 63243, Korea;
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- Subtropical/Tropical Organism Gene Bank, Jeju National University, Jeju 63243, Korea;
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- Marine Biotechnology Research Center, Jeonnam Bioindustry Foundation, Wando 59108, Korea; (T.O.); (B.A.)
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- Marine Biotechnology Research Center, Jeonnam Bioindustry Foundation, Wando 59108, Korea; (T.O.); (B.A.)
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- Faculty of Biotechnology, School of Life Sciences, SARI, Jeju National University, Jeju 63243, Korea;
- Subtropical/Tropical Organism Gene Bank, Jeju National University, Jeju 63243, Korea;
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +82-64-754-3354
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del Mundo CR, Castillo AL, An SSA, Tan MA. In vivo COX-2 modulation and metabolite profiling of Pandanus tectorius leaves extracts. 3 Biotech 2020; 10:90. [PMID: 32089985 PMCID: PMC7000581 DOI: 10.1007/s13205-020-2087-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2019] [Accepted: 01/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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The Pandanus tectorius methanolic (PTM) and P. tectorius aqueous (PTA) extracts were investigated for their potential in vivo anti-inflammatory activity using carrageenan-induced rat paw edema. Parameters including paw thickness measurement, histopathological, and immunohistochemical cyclooxygenase (COX)-2 expression analyses were measured and analyzed. PTA at 500 mg/kg significantly reduced inflammation after induction of carrageenan (Carr), with mean paw thickness change of 0.110 ± 0.024 mm at sixth hour post-induction and histopathological mean inflammatory grade of 1.80 ± 0.20. The reduced immunohistochemical COX-2 expression using PTA at 500 mg/kg was determined with mean final 3,3'-diaminobenzidine (DAB) intensity of 63.70 ± 2.08. The profiling of metabolites by liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) revealed presence of ethyl caffeate and dihydroconiferyl alcohol as putative secondary metabolites of PTA which were the major peaks and have been reported to possess anti-inflammatory activities. This research has provided scientific insights of utilizing P. tectorius as a potential anti-inflammatory agent containing secondary metabolites which may be pharmacologically relevant.
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- Crisfel R. del Mundo
- The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
- School of Pharmacy, Centro Escolar University, Manila, Philippines
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- The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
- Research Center for the Natural and Applied Sciences, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
- Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
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- Bionano Research Institute, Gachon University, Seongnam, South Korea
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- The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
- Research Center for the Natural and Applied Sciences, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
- College of Science, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
- Bionano Research Institute, Gachon University, Seongnam, South Korea
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Lee SA, Park BR, Moon SM, Han SH, Kim CS. Anti-inflammatory potential of Trifolium pratense L. leaf extract in LPS-stimulated RAW264.7 cells and in a rat model of carrageenan-induced inflammation. Arch Physiol Biochem 2020; 126:74-81. [PMID: 30320514 DOI: 10.1080/13813455.2018.1493607] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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This study evaluated the anti-inflammatory potential of a 40% prethanol extract of Trifolium pratense leaves (40% PeTP) using in vitro (RAW264.7 cells) and in vivo (carrageenan-induced inflammation model) experiments. Pretreatment with 40% PeTP significantly inhibited the LPS-induced expression of nitric oxide (NO), prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), and inflammatory cytokines, including tumour necrosis factor (TNF)-α, interleukin (IL)-1β, and IL-6 in RAW264.7 cells, without inducing cytotoxicity. The inhibitory effects of 40% PeTP are mediated through suppression of the nuclear translocation of nuclear factor (NF)-κB and the phosphorylation of mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPKs). Oral administration of 40% PeTP at 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg of body weight suppressed carrageenan-induced oedema in a dose-dependent manner. Collectively, our results suggested that 40% PeTP exerts potential anti-inflammatory effects by suppressing the activation of the NF-κB and MAPK pathways in vitro, and by reducing carrageenan-induced paw oedema in vivo.
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- Seul Ah Lee
- Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, Gwangju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Dental Hygiene, Chodang University, Muan, Republic of Korea
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- CStech Research Institute, Gwangju, Republic of Korea
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- CStech Research Institute, Gwangju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, Gwangju, Republic of Korea
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Hou A, Quan G, Yang B, Lu C, Chen M, Yang D, Wang L, Liu H, Pan X, Wu C. Rational Design of Rapidly Separating Dissolving Microneedles for Precise Drug Delivery by Balancing the Mechanical Performance and Disintegration Rate. Adv Healthc Mater 2019; 8:e1900898. [PMID: 31583838 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.201900898] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2019] [Revised: 09/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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The precise delivery of traditional dissolving microneedles (TDMNs) is often limited by the incomplete insertion due to the skin deformation, and the topical irritation is inevitable after long application, which ultimately results in compromised therapeutic efficacy. The aim of this study is to develop a rapidly separating dissolving microneedles (RSDMNs) system to achieve precise drug delivery. Therapeutic molecules are concentrated in the needle tip, while the blank separating part allows it to counteract skin indentation and rapidly separate from the base part. For rational design of an ideal separating part, and the molecular interactions between polymer and sugar are explored to make a good balance between mechanical performance and disintegration rate. The optimal RSDMNs can rapidly disintegrate in the mimic skin within 30 s, and the generated micropores in the skin reseal quickly. The ex vivo drug permeation of RSDMNs is significantly higher than that of TDMNs due to the complete needle imbed aided by the separating part. Furthermore, RSDMNs exhibit excellent in vivo anti-inflammation effect by remarkably down regulating the expression of TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6. In conclusion, the RSDMNs can reach precise drug delivery in a short time, which are more reliable for the self-administration strategy in the future.
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- Ailin Hou
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510632, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John's, NL, A1B 3V6, Canada
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- School of Pharmacy, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John's, NL, A1B 3V6, Canada
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Aging Evaluation of Pigment-Protein Complex Extracted from Chlorella Pyrenoidosa. Mar Drugs 2019; 17:md17100586. [PMID: 31623220 PMCID: PMC6836285 DOI: 10.3390/md17100586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2019] [Revised: 10/11/2019] [Accepted: 10/14/2019] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Oxidative stress contributes to chronic inflammatory processes implicated in aging, referred to as “inflamm-aging.” In this study, the potential anti-inflammatory and anti-aging effects of a pigment–protein complex (PPC) from Chlorella pyrenoidosa were investigated using lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-stimulated RAW 264.7 macrophages and D-galactose (D-gal)-induced aging in a murine model. Results indicated that PPC inhibits the production of the inflammatory cytokines TNF-α and IL-6, and the inflammatory mediator nitric oxide (NO) in LPS-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells. It also protected mice from D-gal induced informatory aging by increasing the activity of the antioxidant enzyme, such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), inhibiting D-gal-induced NF-κB upregulation, and increasing PPARs expression in the brain and gut. The findings indicated that PPC has favorable anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties, and could be useful in the treatment of acute inflammation and senescence diseases.
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Juárez-Portilla C, Olivares-Bañuelos T, Molina-Jiménez T, Sánchez-Salcedo JA, Moral DID, Meza-Menchaca T, Flores-Muñoz M, López-Franco Ó, Roldán-Roldán G, Ortega A, Zepeda RC. Seaweeds-derived compounds modulating effects on signal transduction pathways: A systematic review. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2019; 63:153016. [PMID: 31325683 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2019.153016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2019] [Revised: 06/28/2019] [Accepted: 07/02/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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BACKGROUND Recently, the study of marine natural products has gained interest due to their relevant biological activities. Specially, seaweeds produce bioactive compounds that could act as modulators of cell signaling pathways involved in a plethora of diseases. Thereby, the description of the molecular mechanisms by which seaweeds elicit its biological functions will certainly pave the way to the pharmacological development of drugs. AIM This review describes the molecular mechanisms by which seaweeds act and its possible utilization in the design of new drugs. METHODS This review was conducted according to the PRISMA-P guidelines for systematic reviews. Two independent authors searched into four different databases using combinations of keywords. Two more authors selected the articles following the eligibility criteria. Information extraction was conducted by two separated authors and entered into spreadsheets. Methodological quality and risk of bias were determined applying a 12-question Risk of Bias criteria tool. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION We found 2360 articles (SCOPUS: 998; PubMed: 678; Wiley: 645 and EBSCO: 39) using the established keywords, of which 113 articles fit the inclusion criteria and were included in the review. This work comprises studies in cell lines, and animal models, any clinical trial was excluded. The articles were published from 2005 up to March 31st 2018. The biggest amount of articles was published in 2017. Furthermore, the seaweeds tested in the studies were collected in 15 countries, mainly in Eastern countries. We found that the main modulated signaling pathways by seaweeds-derivate extracts and compounds were: L-Arginine/NO, TNF-α, MAPKs, PI3K/AKT/GSK, mTOR, NF-κB, extrinsic and intrinsic apoptosis, cell cycle, MMPs and Nrf2. Finally, the articles we analyzed showed moderate risk of bias in almost all the parameters evaluated. However, the studies fail to describe the place and characteristics of sample collection, the sample size, and the blindness of the experimental design. CONCLUSION In this review we identified and summarized relevant information related to seaweed-isolated compounds and extracts having biological activity; their role in different signal pathways to better understand their potential to further development of cures for cancer, diabetes, and inflammation-related diseases.
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- Claudia Juárez-Portilla
- Centro de Investigaciones Biomédicas, Universidad Veracruzana. Av. Dr. Luis Castelazo Ayala s/n. Col. Industrial Ánimas, C.P. 91190, Xalapa, Veracruz, México
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- Instituto de Investigaciones Oceanológicas, Universidad Autónoma de Baja California. Km 103 autopista Tijuana-Ensenada, A.P. 453. Ensenada, Baja California, México
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- Facultad de Química Farmacéutica Biológica, Universidad Veracruzana. Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán s/n. Zona Universitaria, C.P. 91000, Xalapa, Veracruz, México
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- Programa de Doctorado en Ciencias Biológicas y de la Salud, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana. Av. San Rafael Atlixco No. 186, Col. Vicentina, C.P. 09340, Iztapalapa, Ciudad de México
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- Programa de Doctorado en Ciencias Biomédicas, Universidad Veracruzana. Av. Dr. Luis Castelazo Ayala s/n. Col. Industrial Ánimas, C.P. 91190, Xalapa, Veracruz, México
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- Laboratorio de Genómica Humana, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Veracruzana. Médicos y Odontólogos s/n. Col. Unidad del Bosque, C.P. 91010, Xalapa, Veracruz, México
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- Instituto de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Veracruzana. Av. Dr. Luis Castelazo Ayala s/n. Col. Industrial Ánimas, C.P. 91190, Xalapa, Veracruz, México
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- Instituto de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Veracruzana. Av. Dr. Luis Castelazo Ayala s/n. Col. Industrial Ánimas, C.P. 91190, Xalapa, Veracruz, México
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- Laboratorio de Neurobiología Conductual, Departamento de Fisiología, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Ciudad de México, México
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- Laboratorio de Neurotoxicología, Departamento de Toxicología, Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados del Instituto Politécnico Nacional, A.P. 14-740, 07300, Ciudad de México, México
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- Centro de Investigaciones Biomédicas, Universidad Veracruzana. Av. Dr. Luis Castelazo Ayala s/n. Col. Industrial Ánimas, C.P. 91190, Xalapa, Veracruz, México.
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Dihydroberberine, a hydrogenated derivative of berberine firstly identified in Phellodendri Chinese Cortex, exerts anti-inflammatory effect via dual modulation of NF-κB and MAPK signaling pathways. Int Immunopharmacol 2019; 75:105802. [DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2019.105802] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2019] [Revised: 07/11/2019] [Accepted: 07/31/2019] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Park SB, Park GH, Kim HN, Son HJ, Song HM, Kim HS, Jeong HJ, Jeong JB. Anti-inflammatory effect of the extracts from the branch of Taxillus yadoriki being parasitic in Neolitsea sericea in LPS-stimulated RAW264.7 cells. Biomed Pharmacother 2018; 104:1-7. [PMID: 29758412 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2018.05.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2018] [Revised: 05/08/2018] [Accepted: 05/08/2018] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Mistletoe has been used as the herbal medicine to treat hypertension, diabetes mellitus, inflammation, arthritis and viral infection. In this study, we evaluated the anti-inflammatory effect of extracts of branch from Taxillus yadoriki being parasitic in Neolitsea sericea (TY-NS-B) using in vitro model. TY-NS-B significantly inhibited LPS-induced secretion of NO and PGE2 in RAW264.7 cells. TY-NS-B was also observed to inhibit LPS-mediated iNOS COX-2 expression. In addition, TY-NS-B attenuated production of inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α and IL-1β induced by LPS. TY-NS-B blocked LPS-mediated inhibitor of IκB-α, and inhibited p65 translocation to the nucleus and NF-κB activation. Furthermore, TY-NS-B reduced the phosphorylation of MAPKs such as p38 and JNK, but not ERK1/2. In addition, TY-NS-B increased ATF3 expression and ATF3 knockdown by ATF3 siRNA attenuated TY-NS-B-mediated inhibition of pro-inflammatory mediator expression. Collectively, our results suggest that TY-NS-B exerts potential anti-inflammatory effects by suppressing NF-κB and MAPK signaling activation, and increasing ATF3 expression. These findings indicate that TY-NS-B could be further developed as an anti-inflammatory drug.
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- Su Bin Park
- Department of Medicinal Plant Resources, Andong National University, Andong 36729, Republic of Korea
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- Forest Medicinal Resources Research Center, National Institute of Forest Science, Yeongju 36040, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Medicinal Plant Resources, Andong National University, Andong 36729, Republic of Korea
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- Forest Medicinal Resources Research Center, National Institute of Forest Science, Yeongju 36040, Republic of Korea
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- Baekdudaegan National Arboretum, Bonghwa 36209, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Food Science & Biotechnology, Kyonggi University, Suwon 16227, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Medicinal Plant Resources, Andong National University, Andong 36729, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Medicinal Plant Resources, Andong National University, Andong 36729, Republic of Korea.
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Moon SM, Lee SA, Hong JH, Kim JS, Kim DK, Kim CS. Oleamide suppresses inflammatory responses in LPS-induced RAW264.7 murine macrophages and alleviates paw edema in a carrageenan-induced inflammatory rat model. Int Immunopharmacol 2018; 56:179-185. [DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2018.01.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2017] [Revised: 01/18/2018] [Accepted: 01/22/2018] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Anti-Inflammatory Effects of a Stauntonia hexaphylla Fruit Extract in Lipopolysaccharide-Activated RAW-264.7 Macrophages and Rats by Carrageenan-Induced Hind Paw Swelling. Nutrients 2018; 10:nu10010110. [PMID: 29361789 PMCID: PMC5793338 DOI: 10.3390/nu10010110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2017] [Revised: 01/12/2018] [Accepted: 01/16/2018] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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The fruit of Stauntonia hexaphylla is commonly used as a traditional anthelmintic in Korea, Japan, and China. However, its anti-inflammatory activity and the underlying mechanisms have not been studied systematically. In the present study, we examined the anti-inflammatory activities of an aqueous extract of S. hexaphylla fruit (SHF) in lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-activated RAW 264.7 cells. The SHF extract contained anti-inflammatory compounds, such as neochlorogenic acid, chlorogenic acid, and cryptochlorogenic acid. The extract inhibited protein levels of inducible nitric oxide synthase and the activity of cyclooxygenase enzyme, with concomitant reductions in the production of nitric oxide and prostaglandin E2 in LPS-activated RAW 264.7 cells. Additionally, the SHF extract reduced the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, including tumor necrosis factor-α, interleukin (IL)-1β, and IL-6. The SHF extract attenuated LPS-induced nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) activation by decreasing the phosphorylation of its inhibitor, IκBα. Furthermore, the SHF extract showed a significant anti-inflammatory effect in vivo by reducing the volume of carrageenan-induced paw edema in rats. Our results suggest that the SHF extract exerts potential anti-inflammatory properties against LPS-activated RAW 254.7 cells, and in an animal model of inflammation.
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Moon SM, Lee SA, Han SH, Park BR, Choi MS, Kim JS, Kim SG, Kim HJ, Chun HS, Kim DK, Kim CS. Aqueous extract of Codium fragile alleviates osteoarthritis through the MAPK/NF-κB pathways in IL-1β-induced rat primary chondrocytes and a rat osteoarthritis model. Biomed Pharmacother 2017; 97:264-270. [PMID: 29091874 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2017.10.130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2017] [Revised: 10/12/2017] [Accepted: 10/23/2017] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Codium fragile (Suringar) Hariot has been used as a potential remedy in traditional medicine because of its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant effects. Osteoarthritis is a chronic progressive joint disease, characterized by complex mechanisms related to inflammation and degeneration of articular cartilage. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the cartilage protective effect of an aqueous extract of Codium fragile (AECF) using rat primary chondrocytes and the osteoarthritis animal model induced by destabilization of the medial meniscus (DMM). METHODS In vitro, rat primary cultured chondrocytes were pre-treated with AECF (0.5, 1, and 2mg/mL) for 1h and then incubated with interleukin-1β (10ng/mL) for 24h. Nitrite production was detected by the Griess reagent. Alteration of the protein levels of iNOS, MMP-13, ADAMTS-4, ADAMTS-5, mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPKs), and nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) was detected by western blotting. In vivo, osteoarthritis was induced by DMM of Sprague Dawley (SD) rats. The rats subjected to destabilization of the medial meniscus (DMM) surgery were orally administered with AECF (50, 100, and 200mg/kg bodyweight) or distilled water for 8w. The severity of cartilage lesions was evaluated by safranin O staining and the Osteoarthritis Research Society International (OARSI) score. RESULTS These results demonstrated that AECF significantly inhibited nitrite production and inhibited the levels of iNOS, MMP-13, ADAMTS-4, and ADAMTS-5 in interleukin-1β-induced rat primary cultured chondrocytes. Moreover, AECF suppressed interleukin-1β-induced NF-κB activation in the nucleus and phosphorylation of ERK1/2 and JNK in the cytosol. In vivo, the cartilage lesions in AECF-treated osteoarthritis rats exhibited less proteoglycan loss and lower OARSI scores. CONCLUSIONS These results suggested that AECF is a potential therapeutic agent for the alleviation of osteoarthritis progression.
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- Sung-Min Moon
- Oral Biology Research Institute, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 501-759, Republic of Korea; CStech Research Institute, 38 Chumdanventuresoro, Gwangju 61007, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 501-759, Republic of Korea
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- CStech Research Institute, 38 Chumdanventuresoro, Gwangju 61007, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Dental Hygiene, Chodang University, Muan-ro, Muan-eup, Muan 534-701, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Dental Hygiene, Chodang University, Muan-ro, Muan-eup, Muan 534-701, Republic of Korea
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- Oral Biology Research Institute, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 501-759, Republic of Korea
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- Oral Biology Research Institute, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 501-759, Republic of Korea
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- Oral Biology Research Institute, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 501-759, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 501-759, Republic of Korea
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- Oral Biology Research Institute, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 501-759, Republic of Korea
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- Oral Biology Research Institute, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 501-759, Republic of Korea; Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 501-759, Republic of Korea.
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