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Lin R, Wang Y, Cheng H, Ye X, Chen S, Pan H. Epigallocatechin-3-gallate stabilizes aqueous curcumin by generating nanoparticles and its application in beverages. Food Chem 2024; 444:138655. [PMID: 38330612 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.138655] [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: 10/19/2023] [Revised: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/10/2024]
Abstract
In this study, we addressed the limited water solubility of curcumin by utilizing epigallocatechin-3-gallate to form nanoparticles through self-assembly. The resulting particles, ranging from 100 to 150 nm, exhibited a redshift in the UV-visible spectrum, from 425 nm to 435 nm, indicative of potential π-π stacking. Molecular docking experiments supported this finding. Curcumin loaded with epigallocatechin-3-gallate showed exceptional dispersibility in aqueous solutions, with 90.92 % remaining after 60 days. The electrostatic screening effect arises from the charge carried by epigallocatechin-3-gallate on the nanoparticles, leading to enhanced retention of curcumin under different pH, temperature, and ionic strength conditions. Furthermore, epigallocatechin-3-gallate can interact with other hydrophobic polyphenols, improving their dispersibility and stability in aqueous systems. Applying this principle, a palatable beverage was formulated by combining turmeric extract and green tea. The nanoparticles encapsulated with epigallocatechin-3-gallate show potential for improving the applicability of curcumin in aqueous food systems.
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- Ruge Lin
- College of Biosystems Engineering and Food Science, National-Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of Intelligent Food Technology and Equipment, Zhejiang Key Laboratory for Agro-Food Processing, Integrated Research Base of Southern Fruit and Vegetable Preservation Technology, Zhejiang International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Health Food Manufacturing and Quality Control, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China; Innovation Center of Yangtze River Delta, Zhejiang University, Jiaxing 314102, China
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- College of Biosystems Engineering and Food Science, National-Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of Intelligent Food Technology and Equipment, Zhejiang Key Laboratory for Agro-Food Processing, Integrated Research Base of Southern Fruit and Vegetable Preservation Technology, Zhejiang International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Health Food Manufacturing and Quality Control, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- College of Biosystems Engineering and Food Science, National-Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of Intelligent Food Technology and Equipment, Zhejiang Key Laboratory for Agro-Food Processing, Integrated Research Base of Southern Fruit and Vegetable Preservation Technology, Zhejiang International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Health Food Manufacturing and Quality Control, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China; Innovation Center of Yangtze River Delta, Zhejiang University, Jiaxing 314102, China; Fuli Institute of Food Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- College of Biosystems Engineering and Food Science, National-Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of Intelligent Food Technology and Equipment, Zhejiang Key Laboratory for Agro-Food Processing, Integrated Research Base of Southern Fruit and Vegetable Preservation Technology, Zhejiang International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Health Food Manufacturing and Quality Control, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China; Fuli Institute of Food Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China; Ningbo Research Institute, Zhejiang University, Ningbo 315100, China; Zhejiang University Zhongyuan Institute, Zhengzhou, 450000, China; Shandong (Linyi) Institute of Modern Agriculture, Zhejiang University, Linyi 276000, China
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- College of Biosystems Engineering and Food Science, National-Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of Intelligent Food Technology and Equipment, Zhejiang Key Laboratory for Agro-Food Processing, Integrated Research Base of Southern Fruit and Vegetable Preservation Technology, Zhejiang International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Health Food Manufacturing and Quality Control, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China; Innovation Center of Yangtze River Delta, Zhejiang University, Jiaxing 314102, China; Fuli Institute of Food Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China; Ningbo Research Institute, Zhejiang University, Ningbo 315100, China; Zhejiang University Zhongyuan Institute, Zhengzhou, 450000, China; Shandong (Linyi) Institute of Modern Agriculture, Zhejiang University, Linyi 276000, China.
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- College of Biosystems Engineering and Food Science, National-Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of Intelligent Food Technology and Equipment, Zhejiang Key Laboratory for Agro-Food Processing, Integrated Research Base of Southern Fruit and Vegetable Preservation Technology, Zhejiang International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Health Food Manufacturing and Quality Control, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China; Innovation Center of Yangtze River Delta, Zhejiang University, Jiaxing 314102, China.
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Liu D, Chen X, Yi Z, Tong Q, Ma L, Tan Y, Cao X, Li X. pH-Responsive Carrier-Free Polyphenol Nanoparticles Assembled by Oxidative Polymerization with Enhanced Stability and Antioxidant Activity for Improved Bioaccessibility. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2024; 7:1763-1777. [PMID: 38377541 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.3c01178] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/22/2024]
Abstract
Encapsulation of plant polyphenols with micro-/nano-carriers for enhanced bioavailability has been well documented, but the preparation of these carriers and subsequent loading of polyphenols is a multiple process, which is generally complicated with potentially unexpected negative effects on the bioactivity of the polyphenols. Here, we reported a convenient method to assemble carrier-free polyphenol nanoparticles (NPs) based on oxidative coupling polymerization. The effectiveness was assessed with five different polyphenols including pyrocatechol (PY), catechin (CA), epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), tannic acid (TA), and proanthocyanidin (PC). The structural characteristics of these assembled nanoparticles (PY NPs, CA NPs, EG NPs, TA NPs, and PC NPs) were systematically analyzed with dynamic light scattering (DLS), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), UV-visible spectroscopy, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). All NPs were colloidally stable with varying NaCl concentrations from 0 to 300 mM, were acid-resistant and alkali-intolerant, and were suitable for oral administration. An array of antioxidant assays further confirmed the superior antioxidant capabilities of NPs over Trolox and polyphenol monomers, indicating that the oxidative polymerization of polyphenols did not compromise the polyphenol activity of NPs. The in vitro simulated digestion studies validated that these responsive NPs were actually gastrointestinal pH-responsive and applicable to the gastrointestinal physiological environment. The bioaccessibility assessments by using a static in vitro digestion model revealed that better results were achieved with NPs than polyphenol monomers, with TA NPs showing about 1.5-fold higher bioaccessibility than other polyphenol nanoparticles. The present study with five polyphenols demonstrated that the oxidative polymerization of polyphenols provides an effective platform to assemble various carrier-free NPs with enhanced antioxidant activity, favorable stability, and improved bioaccessibility, which could be used promisingly as a functional food ingredient in food matrices or as oral drug delivery candidates for helping to manage human health or treating various gastrointestinal disorders in both the pharmaceutical and nutritional fields.
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- Danni Liu
- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
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Yu H, Song Z, Yu J, Ren B, Dong Y, You Y, Zhang Z, Jia C, Zhao Y, Zhou X, Sun H, Zhang X. Supramolecular self-assembly of EGCG-selenomethionine nanodrug for treating osteoarthritis. Bioact Mater 2024; 32:164-176. [PMID: 37822916 PMCID: PMC10563013 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2023.09.020] [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: 08/07/2023] [Revised: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 09/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/13/2023] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) has emerged as a significant health concern among the elderly population, with increasing attention paid to ferroptosis-induced OA in recent years. However, the prolonged use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or corticosteroids can lead to a series of side effects and limited therapeutic efficacy. This study aimed to employ the Mannich condensation reaction between epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) and selenomethionine (SeMet) to efficiently synthesize polyphenol-based nanodrugs in aqueous media for treating OA. Molecular biology experiments demonstrated that EGCG-based nanodrugs (ES NDs) could effectively reduce glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4) inactivation, abnormal Fe2+ accumulation, and lipid peroxidation induced by oxidative stress, which ameliorated the metabolic disorder of chondrocytes and other multiple pathological processes triggered by ferroptosis. Moreover, imaging and histopathological analysis of the destabilization of the medial meniscus model in mice confirmed that ES NDs exhibiting significant therapeutic effects in relieving OA. The intra-articular delivery of ES NDs represents a promising approach for treating OA and other joint inflammatory diseases.
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- Haichao Yu
- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
- Department of Orthopaedics, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100048, China
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- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
- Department of Orthopaedics, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100048, China
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- Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China
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- Beijing Institute of Radiation Medicine, Beijing 100850, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100048, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100048, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100048, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing 100035, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Qilu Hospital, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Shandong, 250012, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Changzheng Hospital, Second Military Medical University (Naval Medical University), Shanghai, 200003, China
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- School of Radiology, Shandong First Medical University and Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, Shandong, 271016, China
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- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
- Department of Orthopaedics, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100048, China
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Yi Z, Ran Y, Chen X, Tong Q, Ma L, Tan Y, Ma X, Li X. Tea polyphenol carrier-enhanced dexamethasone nanomedicines for inflammation-targeted treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. J Mater Chem B 2023; 11:11505-11518. [PMID: 38038124 DOI: 10.1039/d3tb02316h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2023]
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disease characterized by synovial inflammation, cartilage damage and bone erosion. In the progression of RA, the inflammatory mediators including ROS, NO, TNF-α, and IL-6 play important roles in the aggravation of inflammation. Hence, reducing the generation and release of inflammatory mediators is of great importance. However, the high dose and frequent administration of clinical anti-inflammatory drugs such as glucocorticoids (GCs) usually lead to severe side effects. The development of nanotechnology provides a promising strategy to overcome these issues. Here, polyphenol-based nanoparticles with inherent anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory activities were developed and used as a kind of nanocarrier to deliver dexamethasone (Dex). The in vitro experiments confirmed that the nanoparticles and drugs could act synergistically for suppressing inflammatory mediators in the LPS/INF-γ-induced inflammatory cell model. After intravenous administration, the Dex-loaded nanoparticles with good biosafety showed effective accumulation in inflamed joints and improved therapeutic efficacy by inducing anesis of synovial inflammation and cartilage destruction over free Dex in a collagen-induced arthritis (CIA) mouse model. The results demonstrated that polyphenol-based nanoparticles with therapeutic functions may serve as an innovative platform to synergize with chemotherapeutic agents for enhanced treatment of inflammatory diseases.
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- Zeng Yi
- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China.
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China.
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China.
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China.
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China.
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China.
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China.
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China.
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China
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Feng C, Chen B, Fan R, Zou B, Han B, Guo G. Polyphenol-Based Nanosystems for Next-Generation Cancer Therapy: Multifunctionality, Design, and Challenges. Macromol Biosci 2023; 23:e2300167. [PMID: 37266916 DOI: 10.1002/mabi.202300167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2023] [Revised: 05/15/2023] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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With the continuous updating of cancer treatment methods and the rapid development of precision medicine in recent years, there are higher demands for advanced and versatile drug delivery systems. Scientists are committed to create greener and more effective nanomedicines where the carrier is no longer limited to a single function of drug delivery. Polyphenols, which can act as both active ingredients and fundamental building blocks, are being explored as potential multifunctional carriers that are efficient and safe for design purposes. Due to their intrinsic anticancer activity, phenolic compounds have shown surprising expressiveness in ablation of tumor cells, overcoming cancer multidrug resistance (MDR), and enhancing immunotherapeutic efficacy. This review provides an overview of recent advances in the design, synthesis, and application of versatile polyphenol-based nanosystems for cancer therapy in various modes. Moreover, the merits of polyphenols and the challenges for their clinical translation are also discussed, and it is pointed out that the novel polyphenol delivery system requires further optimization and validation.
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- Chenqian Feng
- Department of Biotherapy, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Department of Biotherapy, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Department of Thoracic Oncology and Department of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Key Laboratory of Xinjiang Phytomedicine Resource and Utilization, Ministry of Education, School of Pharmacy, Shihezi University, Shihezi, 832002, China
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- Department of Biotherapy, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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Wang L, Li P, Feng K. EGCG adjuvant chemotherapy: Current status and future perspectives. Eur J Med Chem 2023; 250:115197. [PMID: 36780831 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejmech.2023.115197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2022] [Revised: 02/07/2023] [Accepted: 02/08/2023] [Indexed: 02/12/2023]
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The resistance of cancer cells to chemotherapeutic drugs greatly reduces the therapeutic effect in cancer patients, and the toxic side effects caused by chemotherapy also seriously affect the quality of life of patients. The combination of epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), the main active ingredient in tea, with cisplatin, 5-FU, doxorubicin and paclitaxel enhances their sensitizing effect on tumors and combats the drug resistance of cancer cells. These effects seem to be mediated by a variety of mechanisms, including combating drug resistance mediated by cancer stem cells, enhancing drug sensitivity, inducing cell cycle arrest and apoptosis, and blocking angiogenesis. In addition, EGCG can suppress a series of adverse effects caused by chemotherapy, such as gastrointestinal disorders, nephrotoxicity and cardiotoxicity, through its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects and improve the quality of life of patients. However, the low bioavailability and off-target effects of EGCG and its reactivity with some chemotherapeutic agents limit its clinical application. The nanomodification of EGCG and chemotherapeutic drugs not only enhances the antitumor activity but also prolongs the survival time of tumor-bearing mice, and has the advantage of low toxicity. Therefore, this review aims to discuss the current status and challenges regarding the use of EGCG in combination with chemotherapy drugs in the treatment of cancer. In general, EGCG is a promising adjuvant for chemotherapy.
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- Lin Wang
- Pingshan District People's Hospital of Shenzhen, Pingshan General Hospital of Southern Medical University, Shenzhen, 518118, Guangdong, China
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- Center for Health Research, Guangzhou Institutes of Biomedicine and Health, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou, 510530, Guangdong, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- Pingshan District People's Hospital of Shenzhen, Pingshan General Hospital of Southern Medical University, Shenzhen, 518118, Guangdong, China.
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Pan Q, Lu Y, Xie L, Wu D, Liu R, Gao W, Luo K, He B, Pu Y. Recent Advances in Boosting EGFR Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors-Based Cancer Therapy. Mol Pharm 2023; 20:829-852. [PMID: 36588471 DOI: 10.1021/acs.molpharmaceut.2c00792] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) plays a key role in signal transduction pathways associated with cell proliferation, growth, and survival. Its overexpression and aberrant activation in malignancy correlate with poor prognosis and short survival. Targeting inhibition of EGFR by small-molecular tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) is emerging as an important treatment model besides of chemotherapy, greatly reshaping the landscape of cancer therapy. However, they are still challenged by the off-targeted toxicity, relatively limited cancer types, and drug resistance after long-term therapy. In this review, we summarize the recent progress of oral, pulmonary, and injectable drug delivery systems for enhanced and targeting TKI delivery to tumors and reduced side effects. Importantly, EGFR-TKI-based combination therapies not only greatly broaden the applicable cancer types of EGFR-TKI but also significantly improve the anticancer effect. The mechanisms of TKI resistance are summarized, and current strategies to overcome TKI resistance as well as the application of TKI in reversing chemotherapy resistance are discussed. Finally, we provide a perspective on the future research of EGFR-TKI-based cancer therapy.
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- Qingqing Pan
- School of Preclinical Medicine, Chengdu University, Chengdu 610106, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China
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- School of Preclinical Medicine, Chengdu University, Chengdu 610106, China
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- Meat Processing Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, School of Food and Biological Engineering, Chengdu University, Chengdu 610106, China
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- School of Preclinical Medicine, Chengdu University, Chengdu 610106, China
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- College of Chemistry & Materials Engineering, Wenzhou University, Wenzhou 325027, China
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- Huaxi MR Research Center (HMRRC), Department of Radiology, West China Hospital, Functional and Molecular Imaging Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China
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Chen Q, Zu M, Gong H, Ma Y, Sun J, Ran S, Shi X, Zhang J, Xiao B. Tea leaf-derived exosome-like nanotherapeutics retard breast tumor growth by pro-apoptosis and microbiota modulation. J Nanobiotechnology 2023; 21:6. [PMID: 36600299 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-022-01755-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 28.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2022] [Accepted: 12/21/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
Abstract
While several artificial nanodrugs have been approved for clinical treatment of breast tumor, their long-term applications are restricted by unsatisfactory therapeutic outcomes, side reactions and high costs. Conversely, edible plant-derived natural nanotherapeutics (NTs) are source-widespread and cost-effective, which have been shown remarkably effective in disease treatment. Herein, we extracted and purified exosome-like NTs from tea leaves (TLNTs), which had an average diameter of 166.9 nm and a negative-charged surface of - 28.8 mV. These TLNTs contained an adequate slew of functional components such as lipids, proteins and pharmacologically active molecules. In vitro studies indicated that TLNTs were effectively internalized by breast tumor cells (4T1 cells) and caused a 2.5-fold increase in the amount of intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) after incubation for 8 h. The high levels of ROS triggered mitochondrial damages and arrested cell cycles, resulting in the apoptosis of tumor cells. The mouse experiments revealed that TLNTs achieved good therapeutic effects against breast tumors regardless of intravenous injection and oral administration through direct pro-apoptosis and microbiota modulation. Strikingly, the intravenous injection of TLNTs, not oral administration, yielded obvious hepatorenal toxicity and immune activation. These findings collectively demonstrate that TLNTs can be developed as a promising oral therapeutic platform for the treatment of breast cancer.
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- Qiubing Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Silkworm Genome Biology, College of Sericulture, Textile and Biomass Sciences, Southwest University, Beibei, Chongqing, 400715, China.,Chongqing Key Laboratory of Soft-Matter Material Chemistry and Function Manufacturing, School of Materials and Energy, Southwest University, Beibei, Chongqing, 400715, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Silkworm Genome Biology, College of Sericulture, Textile and Biomass Sciences, Southwest University, Beibei, Chongqing, 400715, China
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- Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Silkworm Genome Biology, College of Sericulture, Textile and Biomass Sciences, Southwest University, Beibei, Chongqing, 400715, China
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- Nuffield Department of Orthopedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, Botnar Research Centre, University of Oxford, Headington, OX3 7LD, Oxford, UK
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- Loomis Chaffee School, Windsor, CT, 06095, USA
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- State Key Laboratory of Silkworm Genome Biology, College of Sericulture, Textile and Biomass Sciences, Southwest University, Beibei, Chongqing, 400715, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Pharmacy School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, Sichuan, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Silkworm Genome Biology, College of Sericulture, Textile and Biomass Sciences, Southwest University, Beibei, Chongqing, 400715, China.
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Now and future: Development and perspectives of using polyphenol nanomaterials in environmental pollution control. Coord Chem Rev 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ccr.2022.214825] [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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Tang L, Chen X, Tong Q, Ran Y, Ma L, Tan Y, Yi Z, Li X. Biocompatible, bacteria-targeting resveratrol nanoparticles fabricated by Mannich molecular condensation for accelerating infected wound healing. J Mater Chem B 2022; 10:9280-9294. [PMID: 36342467 DOI: 10.1039/d2tb01697d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Excessive reactive oxygen species (ROS) and long-term inflammation can delay wound healing and cause tissue damage, while bacterial infection aggravates the wound environment further. It is impossible to resolve all these thorny problems simultaneously with a wound dressing that has only one function. The antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties of resveratrol (Res) have been proven. However, the effect of Res is non-selective, and high levels of Res can inhibit cell growth and promote oxidation. Res is also difficult to dissolve and possesses insufficient antibacterial properties, so its role is limited. In this study, Res was assembled via Mannich reaction into nanoparticles and functionalized by phenylboric acid, giving rise to targeting bacteria and solving the water-insoluble dilemma of Res. In comparison with Trolox, the assembled Res NPs performed better at scavenging ABTS and DPPH free radicals. Furthermore, Res NPs that targeted bacteria also showed high biocompatibility at concentrations five times higher than pure Res. The activities of Res NPs were comparable to free Res in downregulating the expression of inflammatory cytokines, and reducing intracellular excessive ROS. The gel embedded with Res NPs accelerated the formation of granulation tissue, collagen deposition, and re-epithelialization, facilitating wound healing. The present study suggests that functionalized polyphenol-based materials are preferably suited to the development of tissue engineering biomaterials.
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- Liwen Tang
- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China. .,College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China. .,College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China. .,College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China. .,College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China. .,College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China. .,College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China. .,College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China. .,College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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Zhao C, Liu L, Guo M, Sun Z, Chen Y, Wu Y, Li Y, Xiang D, Li H, Li Z. Double-network hydrogel-based stretchable, adhesive, and conductive e-skin sensor coupled human skin-like biocompatible and protective properties. Colloids Surf A Physicochem Eng Asp 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfa.2022.129803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Ma L, Tan Y, Chen X, Ran Y, Tong Q, Tang L, Su W, Wang X, Li X. Injectable oxidized alginate/carboxylmethyl chitosan hydrogels functionalized with nanoparticles for wound repair. Carbohydr Polym 2022; 293:119733. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2022.119733] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2022] [Revised: 05/31/2022] [Accepted: 06/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Ma X, Chen X, Yi Z, Deng Z, Su W, Chen G, Ma L, Ran Y, Tong Q, Li X. Size Changeable Nanomedicines Assembled by Noncovalent Interactions of Responsive Small Molecules for Enhancing Tumor Therapy. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:26431-26442. [PMID: 35647653 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c04698] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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The size of nanocarriers strongly affects their performance in biological systems, especially the capacity to overcome various barriers before delivering the payloads to destinations. However, the optimum size varies at different delivery stages in cancer therapy due to the complicated tumor microenvironment. Relatively large particles are favored for long-term circulation in vivo, while smaller particles contribute to deep penetration into tumor tissues. This dilemma in the size of particles stimulates the development of stimuli-responsive size-shrinking nanocarriers. Herein, we report a facile strategy to construct a tumor-triggered tannic acid (TA) nanoassembly with improved drug delivery efficiency. Cystamine (CA), a small molecule with a disulfide bond, is thus used to mediate TA assembling via cooperative noncovalent interactions, which endows the nanoassembly with intrinsic pH/GSH dual-responsiveness. The obtained TA nanoassemblies were systematically investigated. DOX encapsulated nanoassembly labeled TCFD NP shows high drug loading efficiency, pH/GSH-responsiveness and significant size shrinkage from 122 to 10 nm with simultaneous drug release. The in vitro and in vivo experimental results demonstrate the excellent biocompatibility, sufficient intracellular delivery, enhanced tumor retention/penetration, and superior anticancer efficacy of the small-molecule-mediated nanoassembly. This noncovalent strategy provides a simple method to fabricate a tumor-triggered size-changeable delivery platform to overcome biological barriers.
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- Xiaomin Ma
- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
- Targeted Tracer Research and Development Laboratory, Precision Medicine Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province & Precision Medicine Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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Wei D, Tong Q, An Q, Ma X, Jiang X, Li X, Yi Z. Dual stimuli-responsive nanocarriers based on polyethylene glycol-mediated schiff base interactions for overcoming tumour chemoresistance. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2022; 213:112408. [PMID: 35168105 DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2022.112408] [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: 11/07/2021] [Revised: 02/07/2022] [Accepted: 02/08/2022] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Multifunctional and stimulus-sensitive intelligent nanodrug delivery systems (NDDSs) can significantly optimize the effectiveness of theranostic agents for cancer treatment. In this study, redox and pH dual-responsive nanocarriers (CPNPs) were prepared through molecular assembly by utilizing the Schiff base interactions of cystamine (Cys), PEG-NH2 and formaldehyde (FA) under aqueous conditions with a one-pot, one-step technique. First, the degradation products of CPNPs exhibited good biocompatibility, and the high concentration of intact CPNPs (200 µg/mL) could inhibit the growth of cells. In addition, doxorubicin (DOX) was encapsulated in CPNPs simply by changing the pH (DOX@CPNPs), and pH/GSH-responsive release behaviour was confirmed. In vitro, CPNPs significantly increased the uptake of DOX and enhanced the cytotoxicity of DOX to tumour cells. More importantly, DOX@CPNPs strongly reversed drug resistance in three different types of cancer cells, exhibiting significant anticancer effects. Collectively, this study presents the easy preparation of nanomedicines that respond to multiple stimuli, which highlights the advantages of Schiff base-based nanomedicines for cancer therapy and reversing chemoresistance.
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- Danfeng Wei
- Department of Dermatology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, PR China; Laboratory of Dermatology, Clinical Institute of Inflammation and Immunology, Frontiers Science Center for Disease-related Molecular Network West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, PR China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
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- Public Health Clinical Center of Chengdu, Chengdu 610041, PR China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China
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- Department of Dermatology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, PR China; Laboratory of Dermatology, Clinical Institute of Inflammation and Immunology, Frontiers Science Center for Disease-related Molecular Network West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, PR China.
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China.
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, PR China.
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Siddiqui SA, Bahmid NA, Taha A, Khalifa I, Khan S, Rostamabadi H, Jafari SM. Recent advances in food applications of phenolic-loaded micro/nanodelivery systems. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2022; 63:8939-8959. [PMID: 35426751 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2022.2056870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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The current relevance of a healthy diet in well-being has led to a surging interest in designing novel functional food products enriched by biologically active molecules. As nature-inspired bioactive components, several lines of research have revealed the capability of polyphenolic compounds (phenolics) in the medical intervention of different ailments, i.e., tumors, cardiovascular and inflammatory diseases. Phenolics typically possess antioxidant and antibacterial properties and, due to their unique molecular structure, can offer superior platforms for designing functional products. They can protect food ingredients from oxidation and promote the physicochemical attributes of proteins and carbohydrate-based materials. Even though these properties contribute to the inherent benefits of bioactive phenolics as important functional ingredients in the food industry, the in vitro/in vivo instability, poor solubility, and low bioavailability are the main factors restricting their food/pharma applicability. Recent advances in the encapsulation realm are now offering efficient platforms to overcome these limitations. The application of encapsulation field may offer protection and controlled delivery of phenolics in food formulations. Here, we review recent advances in micro/nanoencapsulation of phenolics and highlight efficient carriers from this decade, which have been utilized successfully in food applications. Although further development of phenolic-containing formulations promises to design novel functional food formulations, and revolutionize the food industry, most of the strategies found in the scientific literature are not commercially applicable. Moreover, in vivo experiments are extremely crucial to corroborate the efficiency of such products.
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- Shahida Anusha Siddiqui
- Technical University of Munich Campus Straubing for Biotechnology and Sustainability, Straubing, Germany
- German Institute of Food Technologies (DIL e.V.), Quakenbrück, Germany
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- National Research and Innovation Agency, Jakarta, Indonesia
- Agricultural Product Technology Department, Sulawesi Barat University, Majene, Indonesia
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- Center for Physical Sciences and Technology, State Research Institute, Vilnius, Lithuania
- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Agriculture (Saba Basha), Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Food Technology Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Benha University, Moshtohor, Egypt
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- Institute of Agricultural Engineering Tropics and Subtropics Group, University of Hohenheim, Stuttgart, Germany
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- Technical University of Munich Campus Straubing for Biotechnology and Sustainability, Straubing, Germany
- Food Security Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Technical University of Munich Campus Straubing for Biotechnology and Sustainability, Straubing, Germany
- German Institute of Food Technologies (DIL e.V.), Quakenbrück, Germany
- Faculty of Food Science and Technology, Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, Gorgan, Iran
- Nutrition and Bromatology Group, Department of Analytical Chemistry and Food Science, Faculty of Science, Universidade de Vigo, Ourense, Spain
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Li Z, Chang L, Ren X, Hu Y, Chen Z. Modulation of Rat Kidney Stone Crystallization and the Relative Oxidative Stress Pathway by Green Tea Polyphenol. ACS OMEGA 2021; 6:1725-1731. [PMID: 33490831 PMCID: PMC7818641 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.0c05903] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2020] [Accepted: 12/30/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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The role of tea polyphenol (TP) in modulating kidney stone crystallization and regulating the relative nephropathy pathway of rats was investigated. Calcium oxalate (CaOx) crystallization and oxidative stress are essential for kidney stone diseases. The kidney stone model in a rat was established by using ethylene glycol to affect the oxalic acid metabolism. The crystallization process of CaOx in the rat kidney was modulated by different TP intakes. At the same time, the effects of different types of CaOx, extracted from the rat kidney, on the proliferation and differentiation of HK-2 cells were also studied. The results showed that calcium oxalate monohydrate crystals were obtained in the blank control and the low-dose TP groups. However, CaOx crystals extracted from higher-TP-intake groups were mainly calcium oxalate dihydrate. Moreover, the size of the CaOx crystals produced in TP intake groups was much smaller than that of the blank control group. Cell experiment results show that TP can effectively reduce the damage of CaOx crystals to HK-2 cells. Further research found that TP can significantly improve oxidative stress in cases of kidney stones. TP has been proven to control CaOx crystallization in vitro, but the in vivo research results obtained through the rat stone model in this paper are novel and originally important for researching the relationship between tea drinking and preventive treatment of kidney stone diseases.
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- Zizhi Li
- First
Affiliated Hospital, Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou 121001, China
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- Jinzhou
Medical University, Jinzhou 121001, China
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- Jinzhou
Medical University, Jinzhou 121001, China
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- Jinzhou
Medical University, Jinzhou 121001, China
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- Jinzhou
Medical University, Jinzhou 121001, China
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