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Kakuda L, Maia Campos PMBG, Oliveira WP. Development and Efficacy Evaluation of Innovative Cosmetic Formulations with Caryocar brasiliense Fruit Pulp Oil Encapsulated in Freeze-Dried Liposomes. Pharmaceutics 2024; 16:595. [PMID: 38794256 PMCID: PMC11124447 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16050595] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2024] [Revised: 04/23/2024] [Accepted: 04/25/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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Encapsulation and drying technologies allow the engineering of innovative raw materials from plant biodiversity, with potential applications in pharmaceutical and cosmetic fields. Lipid-based nanoencapsulation stands out for its efficiency, ease of production, and versatility in encapsulating substances, whether hydrophilic or lipophilic. This work aimed at encapsulating pequi oil in liposomes and freeze-dried liposomes to enhance its stability and functional benefits, such as skin hydration and anti-aging effects, for use in innovative cosmetic formulations. Pequi oil-extracted from the Caryocar brasiliense fruit pulp, a plant species from Brazilian plant biodiversity-is rich in secondary metabolites and fatty acids. Liposomes and dried liposomes offer controlled production processes and seamless integration into cosmetic formulations. The physicochemical analysis of the developed liposomes confirmed that the formulations are homogeneous and electrokinetically stable, as evidenced by consistent particle size distribution and zeta potential values, respectively. The gel-type formulations loaded with the dried liposomes exhibit enhanced skin hydration, improved barrier function, and refined microrelief, indicating improvements in skin conditions. These results highlight the potential of dried liposomes containing pequi oil for the development of innovative cosmeceutical products. This research contributes to the valorization of Brazilian biodiversity by presenting an innovative approach to leveraging the dermatological benefits of pequi oil in cosmetic applications.
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto 14040-903, Brazil; (L.K.); (P.M.B.G.M.C.)
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Almeida-Bezerra JW, Pereira da Cruz R, Bezerra da Silva V, Da Silva Neto JX, Alves Lopes de Souza L, de Oliveira Bezerra de Sousa D, Monteiro Salgueiro Araujo N, Guimarães Gomes Silva R, Quefi B, Rau M, Andrade Rebelo R, Castro Dos Santos S, Everson da Silva L, Douglas Melo Coutinho H, Almeida Menezes S, Bezerra Morais-Braga MF, Morais de Oliveira AF. Exploring the Fluconazole-Resistance Modifying Activity and Potential Mechanism of Action of Fixed Oil from Caryocar coriaceum Wittm. (Caryocaraceae) against Candida Species. Chem Biodivers 2024; 21:e202301960. [PMID: 38196022 DOI: 10.1002/cbdv.202301960] [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: 12/08/2023] [Revised: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 01/11/2024]
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The fixed oil from the inner mesocarp of Caryocar coriaceum Wittm. is used in the Chapada do Araripe region of Brazil for the treatment of genitourinary candidiasis. This study aimed to evaluate the chemical composition, antifungal activity, reduction of fungal virulence, and the preliminary toxicity of the fixed oil from the inner mesocarp of C. coriaceum tested against three Candida yeasts. The oil was characterized by gas chromatography (GC-MS and GC-FID). Antifungal activity was assessed using the serial microdilution method. Additionally, the potential of the oil as an enhancer of fluconazole action was tested at sub-inhibitory concentrations (MIC/8). The mechanism of action of C. coriaceum fixed oil was determined by evaluating the inhibition of morphological transition in Candida spp. The chemical composition of the fixed oil of C. coriaceum comprised both unsaturated and saturated fatty acids. Oleic (61 %) and palmitic (33 %) acids were the major constituents. Regarding its anti-Candida activity, the oil inhibited the growth of C. albicans (IC50 : 371 μg/mL) and C. tropicalis (IC50 : 830 μg/mL). Furthermore, the oil reversed the antifungal resistance of C. albicans and C. tropicalis, restoring the susceptibility to fluconazole and reducing their IC50 from 12.33 μg/mL and 362 μg/mL to 0.22 μg/mL and 13.93 μg/mL, respectively. The fixed oil of C. coriaceum completely inhibited the morphological transition of C. albicans and C. tropicalis at a concentration of 512 μg/mL, but exhibited limited low antifungal potential against C. krusei. The observed antifungal activity may be attributed to the overproduction of reactive oxygen species. Additionally, the oil showed no toxic effect on the Drosophila melanogaster in vivo model. The fixed oil from the inner mesocarp of C. coriaceum emerge as a strong candidate for the development of new pharmaceutical formulations to treat infections caused by Candida spp.
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- José Weverton Almeida-Bezerra
- Department of Botany, Federal University of Pernambuco-UFPE, s/n, Rua Professor Moraes Rego, Recife, Pernambuco, 50.670-901, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Regional University of Cariri-URCA, 1161, Rua Cel. Antônio Luiz, Crato, Ceará, 63.105-000, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Regional University of Cariri-URCA, 1161, Rua Cel. Antônio Luiz, Crato, Ceará, 63.105-000, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Federal University of Ceara'-UFC, s/n, Av. Humberto Monte, Fortaleza, 60.451-970, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Federal University of Ceara'-UFC, s/n, Av. Humberto Monte, Fortaleza, 60.451-970, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Federal University of Ceara'-UFC, s/n, Av. Humberto Monte, Fortaleza, 60.451-970, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Federal University of Ceara'-UFC, s/n, Av. Humberto Monte, Fortaleza, 60.451-970, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry, Regional University of Blumenau, FURB, Itoupava Seca, 89030-903, Blumenau, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry, Regional University of Blumenau, FURB, Itoupava Seca, 89030-903, Blumenau, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry, Regional University of Blumenau, FURB, Itoupava Seca, 89030-903, Blumenau, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry, Regional University of Blumenau, FURB, Itoupava Seca, 89030-903, Blumenau, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Sustainable Territorial Development, Coastal Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Matinhos, PR, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Chemistry, Regional University of Cariri-URCA, 1161, Rua Cel. Antônio Luiz, Crato, Ceará, 63.105-000, Brazil
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- Center of Biotechnology, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul-UFRGS, 9500, Av. Bento Gonçalves, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, 91501-970, Brazil
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Silva VRP, Pinheiro AC, Ombredane AS, Martins NO, Luz GVS, Carneiro MLB, Joanitti GA. Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Pequi Oil ( Caryocar brasiliense): A Systematic Review. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023; 17:11. [PMID: 38275996 PMCID: PMC10821120 DOI: 10.3390/ph17010011] [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: 10/03/2023] [Revised: 11/04/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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Disorders in the inflammatory process underlie the pathogenesis of numerous diseases. The utilization of natural products as anti-inflammatory agents is a well-established approach in both traditional medicine and scientific research, with studies consistently demonstrating their efficacy in managing inflammatory conditions. Pequi oil, derived from Caryocar brasiliense, is a rich source of bioactive compounds including fatty acids and carotenoids, which exhibit immunomodulatory potential. This systematic review aims to comprehensively summarize the scientific evidence regarding the anti-inflammatory activity of pequi oil. Extensive literature searches were conducted across prominent databases (Scopus, BVS, CINAHL, Cochrane, LILACS, Embase, MEDLINE, ProQuest, PubMed, FSTA, ScienceDirect, and Web of Science). Studies evaluating the immunomodulatory activity of crude pequi oil using in vitro, in vivo models, or clinical trials were included. Out of the 438 articles identified, 10 met the stringent inclusion criteria. These studies collectively elucidate the potential of pequi oil to modulate gene expression, regulate circulating levels of pro- and anti-inflammatory mediators, and mitigate oxidative stress, immune cell migration, and cardinal signs of inflammation. Moreover, negligible to no toxicity of pequi oil was observed across the diverse evaluated models. Notably, variations in the chemical profile of the oil were noted, depending on the extraction methodology and geographical origin. This systematic review strongly supports the utility of pequi oil in controlling the inflammatory process. However, further comparative studies involving oils obtained via different methods and sourced from various regions are warranted to reinforce our understanding of its effectiveness and safety.
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- Vitória R. P. Silva
- Laboratory of Bioactive Compounds and Nanobiotechnology (LBCNano), Faculty of Ceilandia, University of Brasilia, Centro Metropolitano, Ceilândia Sul, Brasilia 72220-275, DF, Brazil; (V.R.P.S.); (A.C.P.); (A.S.O.); (N.O.M.); (M.L.B.C.)
- Post-Graduate Program in Pharmaceuticals Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Brasilia, Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Brasilia 70910-900, DF, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioactive Compounds and Nanobiotechnology (LBCNano), Faculty of Ceilandia, University of Brasilia, Centro Metropolitano, Ceilândia Sul, Brasilia 72220-275, DF, Brazil; (V.R.P.S.); (A.C.P.); (A.S.O.); (N.O.M.); (M.L.B.C.)
- Post-Graduation Program in Nanoscience and Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Brasilia, Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Brasilia 70910-900, DF, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioactive Compounds and Nanobiotechnology (LBCNano), Faculty of Ceilandia, University of Brasilia, Centro Metropolitano, Ceilândia Sul, Brasilia 72220-275, DF, Brazil; (V.R.P.S.); (A.C.P.); (A.S.O.); (N.O.M.); (M.L.B.C.)
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- Laboratory of Bioactive Compounds and Nanobiotechnology (LBCNano), Faculty of Ceilandia, University of Brasilia, Centro Metropolitano, Ceilândia Sul, Brasilia 72220-275, DF, Brazil; (V.R.P.S.); (A.C.P.); (A.S.O.); (N.O.M.); (M.L.B.C.)
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- Health Technology Assessment Center-NATS/UnB, University of Brasilia, Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Brasilia 70910-900, DF, Brazil;
- Post-Graduation Program in Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Gama, University of Brasilia, Brasilia 72444-240, DF, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioactive Compounds and Nanobiotechnology (LBCNano), Faculty of Ceilandia, University of Brasilia, Centro Metropolitano, Ceilândia Sul, Brasilia 72220-275, DF, Brazil; (V.R.P.S.); (A.C.P.); (A.S.O.); (N.O.M.); (M.L.B.C.)
- Post-Graduation Program in Nanoscience and Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Brasilia, Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Brasilia 70910-900, DF, Brazil
- Post-Graduation Program in Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Gama, University of Brasilia, Brasilia 72444-240, DF, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioactive Compounds and Nanobiotechnology (LBCNano), Faculty of Ceilandia, University of Brasilia, Centro Metropolitano, Ceilândia Sul, Brasilia 72220-275, DF, Brazil; (V.R.P.S.); (A.C.P.); (A.S.O.); (N.O.M.); (M.L.B.C.)
- Post-Graduation Program in Nanoscience and Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Brasilia, Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Brasilia 70910-900, DF, Brazil
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da Costa Silva Kindelan S, Queiroz MP, Barbosa MQ, Viera VB, Guerra GC, Fernandes de Souza Araújo D, Jacielly dos Santos J, Lucia de Azevedo Oliveira M, Milhomens Ferreira Melo PC, Rufino Freitas JC, Gomes Dutra LM, Frazão Tavares de Melo MF, Barbosa Soares JK. Maternal rat prenatal and neonatal treatment with pequi pulp reduces anxiety and lipid peroxidation in brain tissue of rat offspring at adolescence. Heliyon 2023; 9:e19757. [PMID: 37809698 PMCID: PMC10559064 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2023] [Revised: 07/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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The Pequi fruit (Caryocar Brasiliense cambess), typical of the Brazilian cerrado or savannah, is a source of essential fatty acids, carotenoids, and phenolic compounds. The aim of this study was to analyze the effects of consuming this fruit on anxiety behavior and lipid peroxidation in the brains of rats whose mothers were treated (by gavage) during pregnancy and lactation with Pequi fruit (pulp or nuts) at 2000 mg/kg of body weight. Anxiety parameters were assessed using the open field (OF), elevated plus maze (EPM), and light/dark box (LDB) tests. The brain was removed to measure malondialdehyde (MDA) levels. Data were analyzed using One-way Anova (p < 0.05). In the OF, the animals in the pulp group presented more time spent in the central area (20.37 ± 0.73 vs Control: 12.51 ± 0.39; Nuts: 8.28 ± 0.40) and increased locomotion (159.7 ± 6.10) compared to the other groups (Control: 127.3 ± 5.54; Nuts: 139.08 ± 6.57). In the EPM, the pulp group entered into the open arms (8.57 ± 0.36) and stayed more time in the central area (19.44 ± 1.17) compared to the Nuts group (7.14 ± 0.34; 13.00 ± 1.57). In the LDB the pulp group entered more (8.00 ± 0.42 vs Control: 7.16 ± 0.16 and Nuts: 7.42 ± 0.75) and stayed longer in the clear light side (92.18 ± 6.42) than all the other groups (Control: 71.44 ± 3.53; Nuts: 80.57 ± 6.50), respectively. Pulp group presented lower MDA in the brain (55.34 ± 3.04) compared to Control (72.06 ± 4.66) and Nuts (66.57 ± 2.45). We conclude that Pequi pulp consumption during pregnancy and lactation reduces lipid peroxidation in brain tissue and induces anxiolytic-like behavior in rat offspring. These effects were not observed in the Pequi nuts group.
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- Suedna da Costa Silva Kindelan
- Program of Natural Sciences and Biotechnology, Federal University of Campina Grande, Cuité, Paraiba, Brazil
- Laboratory of Experimental Nutrition, Department of Nutrition, Federal University of Campina Grande, Cuité, Paraiba, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Experimental Nutrition, Department of Nutrition, Federal University of Campina Grande, Cuité, Paraiba, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Experimental Nutrition, Department of Nutrition, Federal University of Campina Grande, Cuité, Paraiba, Brazil
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- Program of Natural Sciences and Biotechnology, Federal University of Campina Grande, Cuité, Paraiba, Brazil
- Laboratory of Experimental Nutrition, Department of Nutrition, Federal University of Campina Grande, Cuité, Paraiba, Brazil
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- Department of Biophysics and Pharmacology, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Experimental Nutrition, Department of Nutrition, Federal University of Campina Grande, Cuité, Paraiba, Brazil
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- Program of Natural Sciences and Biotechnology, Federal University of Campina Grande, Cuité, Paraiba, Brazil
- Education and Health Center, Academic Unit of Biology and Chemistry, Federal University of Campina Grande, Cuité, Pariba, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Experimental Nutrition, Department of Nutrition, Federal University of Campina Grande, Cuité, Paraiba, Brazil
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- Program of Natural Sciences and Biotechnology, Federal University of Campina Grande, Cuité, Paraiba, Brazil
- Laboratory of Experimental Nutrition, Department of Nutrition, Federal University of Campina Grande, Cuité, Paraiba, Brazil
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Claro-Cala CM, Grao-Cruces E, Toscano R, Millan-Linares MC, Montserrat-de la Paz S, Martin ME. Acyclic Diterpene Phytol from Hemp Seed Oil ( Cannabis sativa L.) Exerts Anti-Inflammatory Activity on Primary Human Monocytes-Macrophages. Foods 2022; 11:foods11152366. [PMID: 35954130 PMCID: PMC9367727 DOI: 10.3390/foods11152366] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2022] [Revised: 07/31/2022] [Accepted: 08/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Seeds from non-drug varieties of hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) have been used for traditional medicine, food, and fiber production. Our study shows that phytol obtained from hemp seed oil (HSO) exerts anti-inflammatory activity in human monocyte-macrophages. Fresh human monocytes and human macrophages derived from circulating monocytes were used to evaluate both plasticity and anti-inflammatory effects of phytol from HSO at 10–100 mM using FACS analysis, ELISA, and RT-qPCR methods. The quantitative study of the acyclic alcohol fraction isolated from HSO shows that phytol is the most abundant component (167.59 ± 1.81 mg/Kg of HSO). Phytol was able to skew monocyte-macrophage plasticity toward the anti-inflammatory non-classical CD14+CD16++ monocyte phenotype and toward macrophage M2 (CD200Rhigh and MRC-1high), as well as to reduce the production of IL-1β, IL-6, and TNF-α, diminishing the inflammatory competence of mature human macrophages after lipopolysaccharide (LPS) treatment. These findings point out for the first time the reprogramming and anti-inflammatory activity of phytol in human monocyte-macrophages. In addition, our study may help to understand the mechanisms by which phytol from HSO contributes to the constant and progressive plasticity of the human monocyte-macrophage linage.
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- Carmen M. Claro-Cala
- Department of Pharmacology, Pediatric and Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad de Sevilla, Av. Sanchez Pizjuan s/n, 41009 Seville, Spain
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-954556083
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Immunology, School of Medicine, Universidad de Sevilla, Av. Sanchez Pizjuan s/n, 41009 Seville, Spain
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Immunology, School of Medicine, Universidad de Sevilla, Av. Sanchez Pizjuan s/n, 41009 Seville, Spain
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Immunology, School of Medicine, Universidad de Sevilla, Av. Sanchez Pizjuan s/n, 41009 Seville, Spain
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Immunology, School of Medicine, Universidad de Sevilla, Av. Sanchez Pizjuan s/n, 41009 Seville, Spain
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- Department of Cell Biology, Faculty of Biology, Universidad de Sevilla, Av. Reina Mercedes s/n, 41012 Seville, Spain
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Almeida-Bezerra JW, Bezerra JJL, da Silva VB, Coutinho HDM, da Costa JGM, Cruz-Martins N, Hano C, de Menezes SA, Morais-Braga MFB, de Oliveira AFM. Caryocar coriaceum Wittm. (Caryocaraceae): Botany, Ethnomedicinal Uses, Biological Activities, Phytochemistry, Extractivism and Conservation Needs. PLANTS 2022; 11:plants11131685. [PMID: 35807637 PMCID: PMC9269441 DOI: 10.3390/plants11131685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2022] [Revised: 06/21/2022] [Accepted: 06/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Caryocar coriaceum is an endemic tree of Brazil, occurring mainly in the northeast region in the Cerrado environment. The species, popularly known as “pequi”, produces fruits that are used in the manufacture of oil for food and medicinal purposes. This work reviewed studies conducted with the species, highlighting its ethnomedicinal use, its pharmacological potential, including its chemical constituents, and its cultural and socioeconomic importance. Information was obtained through the main scientific research platforms. The keyword “Caryocar coriaceum” was used as the main index for searching the following platforms: PubMed®, PubMed Central®, SciElo, Scopus® and Web of ScienceTM. The compiled papers demonstrate that C. coriaceum has great medicinal, economic and cultural importance for northeastern Brazil. Popularly, the fruits of C. coriaceum are used to treat broncho-pulmonary diseases (bronchitis, colds and flu). The fixed oil is widely used to relieve pain from various causes in the treatment of inflammation, flu, eczema, burns, fever, rickets, indigestion, heart murmurs, fatigue and erectile dysfunction. Some of these uses are corroborated by pharmacological trials, which have demonstrated the antioxidant, healing, anti-inflammatory, gastroprotective, antinociceptive and antimicrobial properties of the species. Chemically, fatty acids and phenolic compounds are the main constituents recorded for the species. Due to its medicinal properties, the fruits and oil of C. coriaceum have a high commercial demand and are one of the main forms of subsistence activities for local populations. On the other hand, the extractive practice of the fruits, associated with anthropic factors and its physiological nature, makes the species threatened with extinction. Thus, public management policies are highly necessary in order to avoid its extinction.
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- José Weverton Almeida-Bezerra
- Department of Botany, Federal University of Pernambuco–UFPE, Recife 50670-901, Brazil; (J.W.A.-B.); (J.J.L.B.); (V.B.d.S.); (A.F.M.d.O.)
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- Department of Botany, Federal University of Pernambuco–UFPE, Recife 50670-901, Brazil; (J.W.A.-B.); (J.J.L.B.); (V.B.d.S.); (A.F.M.d.O.)
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- Department of Botany, Federal University of Pernambuco–UFPE, Recife 50670-901, Brazil; (J.W.A.-B.); (J.J.L.B.); (V.B.d.S.); (A.F.M.d.O.)
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- Department of Biological Chemistry, Regional University of Cariri–URCA, Crato 63105-000, Brazil; (J.G.M.d.C.); (M.F.B.M.-B.)
- Correspondence: (H.D.M.C.); (N.C.-M.)
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- Department of Biological Chemistry, Regional University of Cariri–URCA, Crato 63105-000, Brazil; (J.G.M.d.C.); (M.F.B.M.-B.)
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
- Institute for Research and Innovation in Health (i3S), University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
- Institute of Research and Advanced Training in Health Sciences and Technologies (CESPU), Rua Central de Gandra, 1317, 4585-116 Gandra PRD, Portugal
- TOXRUN—Toxicology Research Unit, University Institute of Health Sciences, CESPU, CRL, 4585-116 Gandra, Portugal
- Correspondence: (H.D.M.C.); (N.C.-M.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Eure et Loir Campus, University of Orleans, 28000 Chartres, France;
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- Biotechnology Center, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul–UFRGS, Porto Alegre 91501-970, Brazil;
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Marcelino G, Hiane PA, Pott A, de Oliveira Filiú WF, Caires ARL, Michels FS, Júnior MRM, Santos NMS, Nunes ÂA, Oliveira LCS, Cortes MR, Maldonade IR, Cavalheiro LF, Nazário CED, Santana LF, Di Pietro Fernandes C, Negrão FJ, Tatara MB, de Faria BB, Asato MA, de Cássia Freitas K, Bogo D, do Nascimento VA, de Cássia Avellaneda Guimarães R. Characterization of Buriti ( Mauritia flexuosa) Pulp Oil and the Effect of Its Supplementation in an In Vivo Experimental Model. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14122547. [PMID: 35745276 PMCID: PMC9229003 DOI: 10.3390/nu14122547] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2022] [Revised: 05/16/2022] [Accepted: 05/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Mauritia flexuosa (Buriti) pulp oil contains bioactive substances and lipids that are protective against cardiovascular and inflammatory diseases. We performed physical and chemical analyses to verify its quality and stability. Buriti oil was stable according to the Rancimat test, presenting an induction period of 6.6 h. We evaluated the effect of supplementation with crude buriti oil and olive oil on metabolic parameters in 108 Swiss mice for 90 days. We investigated six groups: extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) 1 and 2 (1000 and 2000 mg/kg), buriti oil (BO) 1 and 2 (1000 and 2000 mg/kg), synergic (S) (BO1 + EVOO1), and control (water dose 1000 mg/kg). The animals were euthanized to examine their blood, livers, and fats. The supplementation did not interfere with food consumption, weight gain, and histological alterations in the liver. Group S showed the strongest relationship with the fractions HDL-c and non-HDL-c, indicating a possible cardioprotective effect. Moreover, we observed significantly higher IL-6 levels in the control, EVOO2, and BO1 groups than in the EVOO1 group. Resistin was also significantly higher for the synergic treatment than for the control. We conclude that BO combined with EVOO could be an excellent food supplement for human consumption.
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- Gabriela Marcelino
- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (G.M.); (P.A.H.); (L.F.S.); (C.D.P.F.); (K.d.C.F.); (D.B.); (V.A.d.N.)
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (G.M.); (P.A.H.); (L.F.S.); (C.D.P.F.); (K.d.C.F.); (D.B.); (V.A.d.N.)
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- Laboratory of Botany, Institute of Biosciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil;
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- Optics and Photonics Group, Institute of Physics, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (A.R.L.C.); (F.S.M.)
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- Optics and Photonics Group, Institute of Physics, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (A.R.L.C.); (F.S.M.)
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- Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas 13083-862, Brazil; (M.R.M.J.); (N.M.S.S.)
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- Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas 13083-862, Brazil; (M.R.M.J.); (N.M.S.S.)
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- Program in Biotechnology, Dom Bosco Catholic University, Campo Grande 79117-900, Brazil;
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- Chemistry Institute, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (L.C.S.O.); (M.R.C.); (L.F.C.); (C.E.D.N.)
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- Chemistry Institute, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (L.C.S.O.); (M.R.C.); (L.F.C.); (C.E.D.N.)
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- Laboratory of Food Sciences and Technology, Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA Vegetables), Brasília 70770-901, Brazil;
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- Chemistry Institute, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (L.C.S.O.); (M.R.C.); (L.F.C.); (C.E.D.N.)
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- Chemistry Institute, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (L.C.S.O.); (M.R.C.); (L.F.C.); (C.E.D.N.)
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (G.M.); (P.A.H.); (L.F.S.); (C.D.P.F.); (K.d.C.F.); (D.B.); (V.A.d.N.)
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (G.M.); (P.A.H.); (L.F.S.); (C.D.P.F.); (K.d.C.F.); (D.B.); (V.A.d.N.)
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- Health Science Research Laboratory, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados 79804-970, Brazil; (F.J.N.); (M.B.T.)
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- Health Science Research Laboratory, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados 79804-970, Brazil; (F.J.N.); (M.B.T.)
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- Medical School, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil;
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (G.M.); (P.A.H.); (L.F.S.); (C.D.P.F.); (K.d.C.F.); (D.B.); (V.A.d.N.)
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (G.M.); (P.A.H.); (L.F.S.); (C.D.P.F.); (K.d.C.F.); (D.B.); (V.A.d.N.)
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (G.M.); (P.A.H.); (L.F.S.); (C.D.P.F.); (K.d.C.F.); (D.B.); (V.A.d.N.)
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (G.M.); (P.A.H.); (L.F.S.); (C.D.P.F.); (K.d.C.F.); (D.B.); (V.A.d.N.)
- Correspondence:
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de Faro Silva R, Barreto AS, Trindade GDGG, Lima CM, Araújo AADS, Menezes IRA, Candido EAF, Santana ÉTN, Silva-Júnior WM, Quintans JSS, Coutinho HDM, Kim B, Quintans-Júnior LJ. Enhancement of the functionality of women with knee osteoarthritis by a gel formulation with Caryocar coriaceum Wittm ("Pequi") nanoencapsulated pulp fixed oil. Biomed Pharmacother 2022; 150:112938. [PMID: 35413602 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2022.112938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2022] [Revised: 04/04/2022] [Accepted: 04/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease that occurs when there is a change in the mechanical and biological properties of the articular cartilage and the subchondral bone; The condition is more prevalent in women than in men. Pequi oil (PO), which is extracted from the fruits of the pequi tree (Caryocar coriaceum Wittm), is widely used in traditional medicine in the Brazilian northeast for the management of inflammation and joint pain. The aim of this study was to develop a pharmaceutical formulation containing Carbopol® hydrogel nanoencapsulated with pequi pulp fixed oil (PeONC) and evaluate its therapeutic effect on functionality and pain in women with knee osteoarthritis. The study was divided into two stages: Stage 1 - preparation and physico-chemical characterization of the pharmaceutical formulation containing PeONC, cell viability assays and skin irritability testing. Step 2 - A double-blind randomized clinical trial evaluating knee symptoms, quality of life, pressure pain, function, muscle strength and range of motion. The nanoformulation was in a gel form, with a particle size of 209.5 ± 1.06 nm, a pH of 6.23 ± 0.45, a zeta potential of - 23.1 ± 0.4 mV, a polydispersity index of 0.137 ± 0.52, and containing nanocapsules with a spherical shape a polymeric wall and an oily nucleus. The gel showed no cytotoxicity and was not irritating to human skin. The treatment with PeONC increased the strength of the knee flexor and extensor muscles and the total motion range of the knee. In addition, the treatment reduced knee instability, pain, swelling, and locking; There was also an improvement in some items of the SF-36 quality of life questionnaire such as in respect of functional capacity and social aspects. In conclusion, PeONC was found to be a stable, safe formulation with no toxicity in respect of topical use in humans. Additionally, the treatment produced an increase in muscle strength and functionality that was associated with reduced knee symptoms and improved quality of life. Our findings showed that in a group of women treated with PeONC mitigated the symptoms of knee osteoarthritis.
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- Rodrigo de Faro Silva
- Postgraduate in Health Sciences (PPGCS). Laboratory of Neuroscience and Pharmacological Assays (LANEF) and Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Assays and Toxicity (LEFT), Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), 49.100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate in Health Sciences (PPGCS). Laboratory of Neuroscience and Pharmacological Assays (LANEF) and Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Assays and Toxicity (LEFT), Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), 49.100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate in Health Sciences (PPGCS). Laboratory of Neuroscience and Pharmacological Assays (LANEF) and Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Assays and Toxicity (LEFT), Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), 49.100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate in Health Sciences (PPGCS). Laboratory of Neuroscience and Pharmacological Assays (LANEF) and Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Assays and Toxicity (LEFT), Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), 49.100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate in Health Sciences (PPGCS). Laboratory of Neuroscience and Pharmacological Assays (LANEF) and Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Assays and Toxicity (LEFT), Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), 49.100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil.
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- Department of Biological Chemistry, Postgraduate Program in Biological Chemistry, Regional University of Cariri (URCA), 63.105000 Crato, CE, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate in Health Sciences (PPGCS). Laboratory of Neuroscience and Pharmacological Assays (LANEF) and Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Assays and Toxicity (LEFT), Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), 49.100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate in Health Sciences (PPGCS). Laboratory of Neuroscience and Pharmacological Assays (LANEF) and Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Assays and Toxicity (LEFT), Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), 49.100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate in Health Sciences (PPGCS). Laboratory of Neuroscience and Pharmacological Assays (LANEF) and Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Assays and Toxicity (LEFT), Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), 49.100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil.
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- Department of Biological Chemistry, Postgraduate Program in Biological Chemistry, Regional University of Cariri (URCA), 63.105000 Crato, CE, Brazil.
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- Department of Pathology, College of Korean Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, South Korea.
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- Postgraduate in Health Sciences (PPGCS). Laboratory of Neuroscience and Pharmacological Assays (LANEF) and Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Assays and Toxicity (LEFT), Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), 49.100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil.
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Toxic Potential of Cerrado Plants on Different Organisms. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23073413. [PMID: 35408775 PMCID: PMC8998518 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23073413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2021] [Revised: 10/25/2021] [Accepted: 10/27/2021] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Cerrado has many compounds that have been used as biopesticides, herbicides, medicines, and others due to their highly toxic potential. Thus, this review aims to present information about the toxicity of Cerrado plants. For this purpose, a review was performed using PubMed, Science Direct, and Web Of Science databases. After applying exclusion criteria, 187 articles published in the last 20 years were selected and analyzed. Detailed information about the extract preparation, part of the plant used, dose/concentration tested, model system, and employed assay was provided for different toxic activities described in the literature, namely cytotoxic, genotoxic, mutagenic, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, insecticidal, antiparasitic, and molluscicidal activities. In addition, the steps to execute research on plant toxicity and the more common methods employed were discussed. This review synthesized and organized the available research on the toxic effects of Cerrado plants, which could contribute to the future design of new environmentally safe products.
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Braga KMS, Araujo EG, Sellke FW, Abid MR. Pequi Fruit Extract Increases Antioxidant Enzymes and Reduces Oxidants in Human Coronary Artery Endothelial Cells. Antioxidants (Basel) 2022; 11:antiox11030474. [PMID: 35326129 PMCID: PMC8944551 DOI: 10.3390/antiox11030474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2022] [Revised: 02/25/2022] [Accepted: 02/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Reactive oxygen species (ROS) imbalance results in endothelial cell function impairment. Natural phenolic antioxidant compounds have been investigated as therapeutic alternatives. The fruit bark of Brazilian-native pequi (Caryocar brasiliense, Camb.) is rich in polyphenols. The HPLC-MS (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography coupled with Mass Spectrometry) analyses identified gallic acid and catechin in six out of seven ethanolic extract samples prepared in our lab. In this study, we examined the effects of ethanolic pequi extract on ROS levels in human coronary artery endothelial cells (HCAEC) subjected to hypoxia or oxidative stress. We first confirmed the oxidant scavenging capacity of the extract. Then, HCAEC pre-incubated with 10 or 25 μg/mL of extract were subjected to hypoxia for 48 h or 100 μM H2O2 for six hours and compared to the normoxia group. Total and mitochondrial ROS levels and cell proliferation were measured. Pequi significantly reduced cytosolic HCAEC ROS levels in all conditions. Mitochondrial ROS were also reduced, except in hypoxia with 10 μg/mL of extract. HCAEC proliferation increased when treated with 25 μg/mL extract under hypoxia and after H2O2 addition. Additionally, pequi upregulated oxidative stress defense enzymes superoxide dismutase (SOD-)1, SOD-2, catalase, and glutathione peroxidase. Together, these findings demonstrate that pequi bark extract increases antioxidative enzyme levels, decreases ROS, and favors HACEC proliferation, pointing to a protective effect against oxidative stress.
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- Karla M. S. Braga
- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiovascular Research Center, Rhode Island Hospital, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI 02903, USA; (K.M.S.B.); (F.W.S.)
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- School of Veterinary Medicine, Federal University of Goias, Goiania 74690-900, Brazil;
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiovascular Research Center, Rhode Island Hospital, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI 02903, USA; (K.M.S.B.); (F.W.S.)
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiovascular Research Center, Rhode Island Hospital, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI 02903, USA; (K.M.S.B.); (F.W.S.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +1-(401)444-6527
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BORGES OMA, ARAÚJO ÍMDS, CANUTO KM, CARVALHO JDG, MAGALHÃES HCR, RODRIGUES THS, CARIOCA JOB, GABAN SVF. Pequi pulp oil: effect on the physicochemical, nutritional, and textural properties of cottage cheese. FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1590/fst.37221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Silva L, Dambros R, Leonardi G, Perrechil F. Biopolymer‐based microparticles for encapsulation of all‐
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‐retinoic acid. J Appl Polym Sci 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/app.51335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Letícia Silva
- Departamento de Engenharia Química Universidade Federal de São Paulo – UNIFESP Diadema Brazil
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- Departamento de Engenharia Química Universidade Federal de São Paulo – UNIFESP Diadema Brazil
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences University of Campinas Campinas Brazil
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- Departamento de Engenharia Química Universidade Federal de São Paulo – UNIFESP Diadema Brazil
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Santos DCD, Oliveira Filho JGD, Sousa TLD, Ribeiro CB, Egea MB. Ameliorating effects of metabolic syndrome with the consumption of rich-bioactive compounds fruits from Brazilian Cerrado: a narrative review. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2021; 62:7632-7649. [PMID: 33977838 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2021.1916430] [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] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Evidence suggests that bioactive compounds present in fruits and vegetables, including carotenoids, polyphenols, and phytosterols, may have beneficial effects against the development of obesity and other diseases. The fruits of the Brazilian Cerrado are rich in biologically active compounds but are underexplored by the population being used only locally dietary consumption. The objective of this review is to direct attention to the bioactive compounds already elucidated for the fruits of "Cerrado" cashew (Anacadium othanianum Rizz.), baru almond (Dipteryx alata Vogel), cagaita (Eugenia dysenterica DC.), "Cerrado" pear (Eugenia klotzschiana Berg), mangaba (Hancornia speciosa), and pequi (Caryocar brasiliense Camb), demonstrating possible metabolic effects of the consumption of these fruits on the metabolic syndrome and its risk factors. Studies have shown that Cerrado native fruits have a high content of bioactive compounds such as phenolic compounds, which also demonstrate high antioxidant capacity and may be related to the protective effect in metabolic syndrome-related diseases by act as inhibitors in various processes in lipid metabolism and glucose transport. Although more scientific evidence is still needed, the consumption of native fruits from the Cerrado seems to be a promising strategy which -along with other strategies such as nutritional therapy- can ameliorate the effects of the metabolic syndrome.
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- Daiane Costa Dos Santos
- Institute of Tropical Pathology and Public Health, IPTSP - UFG, Goias Federal University (UFG), Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil.,School of Nutrition, Unibras College of Rio Verde, Rio Verde, Goiás, Brazil
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- Department of Agronomy, Goiás Federal University (UFG), Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil.,Goiano Federal Institute of Education, Science, and Technology, Rio Verde, Goiás, Brazil
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Tomiotto-Pellissier F, Alves DR, Morais SMD, Bortoleti BTDS, Gonçalves MD, Silva TF, Tavares ER, Yamauchi LM, Costa IN, Marinho ES, Marinho MM, Conchon-Costa I, Miranda-Sapla MM, Pavanelli WR. Caryocar coriaceum Wittm. fruit extracts as Leishmania inhibitors: in-vitro and in-silico approaches. J Biomol Struct Dyn 2021; 40:8040-8055. [PMID: 33769210 DOI: 10.1080/07391102.2021.1905557] [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] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Leishmaniasis is a group of neglected diseases caused by parasites of the Leishmania genus. The treatment of Leishmaniasis represents a great challenge, because the available drugs present high toxicity and none of them is fully effective. Caryocar is a botanical genus rich in phenolic compounds, which leaves extracts have already been described by its antileishmanial action. Thus, we investigated the effect of pulp and peel extracts of the Caryocar coriaceum fruit on promastigote and amastigote forms of Leishmania amazonensis. Both extracts had antipromastigote effect after 24, 48, and 72 h, and this effect was by apoptosis-like process induction, with reactive oxygen species (ROS) production, damage to the mitochondria and plasma membrane, and phosphatidylserine exposure. Knowing that the fruit extracts did not alter the viability of macrophages, we observed that the treatment reduced the infection of these cells. Thereafter, in the in vitro infection context, the extracts showed antioxidant proprieties, by reducing NO, ROS, and MDA levels. Besides, both peel and pulp extracts up-regulated Nrf2/HO-1/Ferritin expression and increase the total iron-bound in infected macrophages, which culminates in a depletion of available iron for L. amazonensis replication. In silico, the molecular modeling experiments showed that the three flavonoids presented in the C. coriaceum extracts can act as synergistic inhibitors of Leishmania proteins, and compete for the active site. Also, there is a preference for rutin at the active site due to its greater interaction binding strength.
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- Fernanda Tomiotto-Pellissier
- Biosciences and Biotechnology Graduate Program, Carlos Chagas Institute (ICC), Fiocruz, Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil.,Department of Pathology Science, Center of Biological Sciences, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Natural Sciences, Ceará State University, Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil.,Theoretical and Electrochemical Chemistry Group, Faculty of Philosophy Dom Aureliano Matos, State University of Ceará, Limoeiro do Norte, Ceará, Brazil
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- Biosciences and Biotechnology Graduate Program, Carlos Chagas Institute (ICC), Fiocruz, Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil.,Department of Pathology Science, Center of Biological Sciences, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry, Center of Exact Sciences, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology Science, Center of Biological Sciences, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Microbiology, Center of Biological Sciences, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Microbiology, Center of Biological Sciences, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology Science, Center of Biological Sciences, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Theoretical and Electrochemical Chemistry Group, Faculty of Philosophy Dom Aureliano Matos, State University of Ceará, Limoeiro do Norte, Ceará, Brazil
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- Iguatu Faculty of Education, Science and Letters, State University of Ceará, Iguatu, Ceará, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology Science, Center of Biological Sciences, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Biosciences and Biotechnology Graduate Program, Carlos Chagas Institute (ICC), Fiocruz, Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil.,Department of Pathology Science, Center of Biological Sciences, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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Cornelio‐Santiago HP, Bodini RB, Oliveira AL. Potential of Oilseeds Native to Amazon and Brazilian Cerrado Biomes: Benefits, Chemical and Functional Properties, and Extraction Methods. J AM OIL CHEM SOC 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/aocs.12452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Heber P. Cornelio‐Santiago
- Laboratory of High‐Pressure Technology and Natural Products (LAPPN), Department of Food Engineering (ZEA‐FZEA) University of São Paulo (USP) P.O. Box 23 Pirassununga SP 13635‐900 Brazil
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- Laboratory of High‐Pressure Technology and Natural Products (LAPPN), Department of Food Engineering (ZEA‐FZEA) University of São Paulo (USP) P.O. Box 23 Pirassununga SP 13635‐900 Brazil
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- Laboratory of High‐Pressure Technology and Natural Products (LAPPN), Department of Food Engineering (ZEA‐FZEA) University of São Paulo (USP) P.O. Box 23 Pirassununga SP 13635‐900 Brazil
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de Sá Coutinho D, Pires J, Gomes H, Raffin Pohlmann A, Stanisçuaski Guterres S, Rodrigues e Silva PM, Martins MA, Ferrarini SR, Bernardi A. Pequi ( Caryocar brasiliense Cambess)-Loaded Nanoemulsion, Orally Delivered, Modulates Inflammation in LPS-Induced Acute Lung Injury in Mice. Pharmaceutics 2020; 12:pharmaceutics12111075. [PMID: 33187057 PMCID: PMC7696187 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics12111075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2020] [Revised: 11/02/2020] [Accepted: 11/03/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Pequi is a Brazilian fruit used in folk medicine for pulmonary diseases treatment, but its oil presents bioavailability limitations. The use of nanocarriers can overcome this limitation. We developed nanoemulsions containing pequi oil (pequi-NE) and evaluated their effects in a lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced lung injury model. Free pequi oil or pequi-NE (20 mg/kg) was orally administered to A/J mice 16 and 4 h prior to intranasal LPS exposure, and the analyses were performed 24 h after LPS provocation. The physicochemical results revealed that pequi-NE comprised particles with mean diameter of 174–223 nm, low polydispersity index (0.11 ± 0.01), zeta potential of −7.13 ± 0.08 mV, and pH of 5.83 ± 0.12. In vivo evaluation showed that free pequi oil pretreatment reduced the influx of inflammatory cells into bronchoalveolar fluid (BALF), while pequi-NE completely abolished leukocyte accumulation. Moreover, pequi-NE, but not free pequi oil, reduced myeloperoxidase (MPO), TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, MCP-1, and KC levels. Similar anti-inflammatory effects were observed when LPS-exposed animals were pre-treated with the nanoemulsion containing pequi or oleic acid. These results suggest that the use of nanoemulsions as carriers enhances the anti-inflammatory properties of oleic acid-containing pequi oil. Moreover, pequi’s beneficial effect is likely due its high levels of oleic acid.
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- Diego de Sá Coutinho
- Laboratory of Inflammation, Oswaldo Cruz Institute, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, Rio de Janeiro 21040-360, Brazil; (D.d.S.C.); (H.G.); (P.M.R.eS.); (M.A.M.)
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- Institute of Health Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso, Sinop 78550-728, Brazil;
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- Laboratory of Inflammation, Oswaldo Cruz Institute, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, Rio de Janeiro 21040-360, Brazil; (D.d.S.C.); (H.G.); (P.M.R.eS.); (M.A.M.)
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- Department of Organic Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre 91501-970, Brazil;
- College of Pharmacy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre 90610-000, Brazil;
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- Laboratory of Inflammation, Oswaldo Cruz Institute, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, Rio de Janeiro 21040-360, Brazil; (D.d.S.C.); (H.G.); (P.M.R.eS.); (M.A.M.)
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- Laboratory of Inflammation, Oswaldo Cruz Institute, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, Rio de Janeiro 21040-360, Brazil; (D.d.S.C.); (H.G.); (P.M.R.eS.); (M.A.M.)
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- Institute of Health Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso, Sinop 78550-728, Brazil;
- Correspondence: (S.R.F.); (A.B.)
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- Laboratory of Inflammation, Oswaldo Cruz Institute, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, Rio de Janeiro 21040-360, Brazil; (D.d.S.C.); (H.G.); (P.M.R.eS.); (M.A.M.)
- Correspondence: (S.R.F.); (A.B.)
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de Assis RC, de Lima Gomes Soares R, Siqueira ACP, de Rosso VV, de Sousa PHM, Mendes AEP, de Alencar Costa E, de Góes Carneiro AP, Maia CSC. Determination of water-soluble vitamins and carotenoids in Brazilian tropical fruits by High Performance Liquid Chromatography. Heliyon 2020; 6:e05307. [PMID: 33150210 PMCID: PMC7599126 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2020.e05307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2020] [Revised: 08/07/2020] [Accepted: 10/15/2020] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Vitamins are organic compounds essential for normal physiological functioning and they need to be provided in adequate amounts by the diet. They are nutrients mainly associated to fruit consumption, playing an important role in the cellular function, growth and development of individuals. The present study aimed to analyze levels of vitamins B, C and carotenoids of fruits from the agrobiodiversity of Northeastern Brazil, among them cajuí (Anacardium spp), murici (Byrsonima crassifolia (L.) Kunth), pequi (Caryocar coriaceum Wittm.), jenipapo (Genipa americana L.), mangaba (Hancornia speciosa Gomes), bacuri (Platonia insignis Mart.), cajá (Spondias mombin L.), umbu-cajá (Spondias bahiensis P. Carvalho, Van den Berg & M. Machado), umbu (Spondias tuberosa Arruda), pitanga (Eugenia uniflora L.), araçá (Psidium sobralianum Landrum & Proença). The vitamins were quantified using the analytical method High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC). Vitamin B complex levels varied from 0.003 ± 0.01 mg/100 g to 6.107 ± 0.06 mg/100 g. Vitamin C ranged from 0.36 ± 0.06 mg/100 g to 253.92 ± 9.02 mg/100 g. Carotenoid values ranged from 0.12 ± 0.02 μg/100 g to 395.63 ± 113.69 μg/100 g. Thus, the profile of water-soluble vitamins and carotenoids of the fruits analyzed was quantified. Therefore, these fruits can provide varied amounts of vitamins important to human health. However, it is interesting for the individual to consume fruits in a diversified manner, avoiding monotony and thus guaranteeing the daily intake of more nutrients.
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- Renata Carmo de Assis
- State University of Ceara- UECE, Dr. Silas Munguba Avenue, 1700, Itaperi Campus, 60714903 Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
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- Department of Bioscience, Universidade Federal de São Paulo - UNIFESP, Rua Silva Jardim 136, 11015-020 Santos SP, Brazil
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- Federal University of Ceara-UFC, Mister Hull Avenue, 2977, Pici Campus, 60356-000, Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
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- Federal University of Ceara-UFC, Mister Hull Avenue, 2977, Pici Campus, 60356-000, Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
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- State University of Ceara- UECE, Dr. Silas Munguba Avenue, 1700, Itaperi Campus, 60714903 Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
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Pires J, Cargnin ST, Costa SA, Sinhorin VDG, Damazo AS, Sinhorin AP, Bicudo RDC, Cavalheiro L, Valladão DMDS, Pohlmann AR, Guterres SS, Ferrarini SR. Healing of dermal wounds property of Caryocar brasiliense oil loaded polymeric lipid-core nanocapsules: formulation and in vivo evaluation. Eur J Pharm Sci 2020; 150:105356. [PMID: 32389834 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejps.2020.105356] [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: 07/15/2019] [Revised: 03/30/2020] [Accepted: 04/17/2020] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Cutaneous lesions lead to complications in patients, since they may be recurrent and also represent risk of progression to infection and/or amputation. Therefore, effective, protective, and topical treatments of easy application and removal need to be developed to provide effective alternatives to patients. The Caryocar brasiliense Cambess (CBC) presents important pharmacological activities and proved in the healing process. This paper reports the improvement of the CBC nanostructured (LNCCBC and LNCCBC+) activity in dermal wounds in vivo. The oil was physico-chemically characterized and used in the development of lipid-core nanocapsules (LNCs), coated (LNCCBC+) or without chitosan (LNCCBC), in concentration of 1.0 mg mL-1. Hydrogel (HG) was tested in vivo on lesions in the back of male Wistar rats for 14 days. The oil presented appropriate physico-chemical characteristics for its use, such as moisture 0.76 %, acidity 0.85 % and oleic acid 25.90 %. The LNCs showed nanometric size (around 200 nm), monomodal distribution, slight acid pH and zeta potential of + 22.1 mV in accordance with the composition. The nanostructured oil induced dermal healing in vivo showing significantly better improvement than free oil. LNCCBC+ showed best results showing the higher increase of the production of type 1 collagen, an important protein to the healing repair. These results suggest that development of formulations LNCCBC and LNCCBC+ are promising and important alternative for the treatment of dermal wounds, avoiding complications related to cutaneous lesions.
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- Jader Pires
- Post-Graduation Program in Health Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso, Cuiabá, Mato Grosso, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
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- Institute of Health Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso, Sinop, Mato Grosso, Brazil
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- Post-Graduation Program in Health Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso, Cuiabá, Mato Grosso, Brazil
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- Institute of Natural, Human and Social Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso, Sinop, Mato Grosso, Brazil
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- Institute of Natural, Human and Social Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso, Sinop, Mato Grosso, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
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- Institute of Health Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso, Sinop, Mato Grosso, Brazil.
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Nascimento-Silva NRRD, Naves MMV. Potential of Whole Pequi ( Caryocar spp.) Fruit-Pulp, Almond, Oil, and Shell-as a Medicinal Food. J Med Food 2019; 22:952-962. [PMID: 31074677 DOI: 10.1089/jmf.2018.0149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Pequi (Caryocar) pulp, the most consumed component of pequi fruit, is one of the richest Brazilian carotenoid sources, and the most important carotenoid food source native to the Cerrado. However, there are considerable differences among pequi species regarding total carotenoids content and carotenoids profile. Caryocar brasiliense Camb. pulp presents higher content of total carotenoids than Caryocar villosum (Aubl.) Pers. Regarding the carotenoids profile, few studies are available in the literature, mainly with C. brasiliense. Pequi pulp also has high contents of lipids, dietary fiber, zinc, and magnesium, and is source of calcium and polyphenols. Pequi almond presents high energy, lipid, protein, dietary fiber, and ash contents. Pequi oil (pulp and almond) has high levels of monounsaturated fatty acids, especially oleic acid, and relatively high contents of saturated fatty acids, mainly palmitic. Pequi shell (exocarp and external mesocarp) is the largest component of the fruit and a solid residue of the pequi processing, which is rich in dietary fibers, including soluble fibers, and phenolic compounds, mostly gallic acid, ellagic acid, and quercetin. Pulp oil is the pequi byproduct most investigated in in vivo studies. Research with pequi pulp oil in animal models has shown antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, hepatoprotective, antigenotoxic, and anticarcinogenic effects. In humans, there are evidences supporting anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, and antigenotoxic effects. Studies on carotenoids profile of pequi pulp in different fruit species are recommended, and in vivo studies are necessary to better explore the potential health benefits of pequi fruit components, mainly the pequi pulp and shell.
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ARAÚJO ACMA, MENEZES EGT, TERRA AWC, DIAS BO, OLIVEIRA ÉRD, QUEIROZ F. Bioactive compounds and chemical composition of Brazilian Cerrado fruits’ wastes: pequi almonds, murici, and sweet passionfruit seeds. FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2018. [DOI: 10.1590/fst.19417] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Yang L, Liu J, Li Y, Qi G. Bornyl acetate suppresses ox-LDL-induced attachment of THP-1 monocytes to endothelial cells. Biomed Pharmacother 2018; 103:234-239. [PMID: 29655164 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2018.03.152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2017] [Revised: 03/26/2018] [Accepted: 03/26/2018] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Leukocyte recruitment to the surface of the endothelium plays a pivotal role in the development of cardiovascular diseases. Bornyl acetate is the main volatile constituent present in numerous conifer oils, which has displayed its anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in different types of tissues and cells. However, little information regarding the effects of bornyl acetate on vascular endothelial inflammation has been reported before. In the current study, we aimed to investigate the pharmacological roles of bornyl acetate against ox-LDL-induced leukocyte adhesion to the endothelium. Our findings indicate that bornyl acetate ameliorated ox-LDL-induced reduction in cell viability of HUVECs. Additionally, bornyl acetate inhibited the attachment of THP-1 monocytes to HUVECs induced by treatment with ox-LDL through ameliorating the expression of ICAM-1, VCAM-1, and E-selectin. Mechanistically, we found that bornyl acetate could suppress activation of the IκBα/NF-κB signaling pathway. Lastly, our results indicate that bornyl acetate mitigated expression of the pro-inflammatory cytokines TNF-α and IL-1β. Our results suggest the therapeutic potential of bornyl acetate in patients with atherosclerosis.
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- Lin Yang
- Department of Vascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shanxi, 710061, PR China.
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shanxi, 710061, PR China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shanxi, 710061, PR China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shanxi, 710061, PR China
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Carvalho da Silva L, Alves do Nascimento M, Guabiraba Mendes L, Ferro Furtado R, Correia da Costa JM, Luiz Herzog Cardoso A. Optimization of cashew gum and chitosan for microencapsulation of pequi oil by complex coacervation. J FOOD PROCESS PRES 2017. [DOI: 10.1111/jfpp.13538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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e Souza BSF, Carvalho HO, Ferreira IM, da Cunha EL, Barros AS, Taglialegna T, Carvalho JC. Effect of the treatment with Euterpe oleracea Mart. oil in rats with Triton-induced dyslipidemia. Biomed Pharmacother 2017; 90:542-547. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2017.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2016] [Revised: 03/24/2017] [Accepted: 04/02/2017] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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