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Li Z, Song Y, Ling Y, Liu Y, Yi J, Hao L, Zhu J, Kang Q, Huang J, Lu J. Structural characterization of a glycoprotein from white jade snails (Achatina Fulica) and its wound healing activity. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 263:130161. [PMID: 38367791 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.130161] [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: 11/17/2023] [Revised: 02/03/2024] [Accepted: 02/11/2024] [Indexed: 02/19/2024]
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Snail mucus is rich in proteins and polysaccharides, which has been proved to promote wound healing in mice in our previous research. The aim of this study was to investigate the effective component in snail mucus that can exert the wound healing potential and its structural characterization. Here, the glycoprotein from the snail mucus (SM1S) was obtained by DEAE-Sepharose Fast Flow and Sephacryl S-300 columns. The structural characteristics of SM1S were investigated via chromatographic techniques, periodic acid oxidation, FT-IR spectroscopy and NMR spectroscopy. Results showed that SM1S was a glycoprotein with a molecular weight of 3.8 kDa (83.23 %), consists of mannose, glucuronic acid, glucose, galactose, xylose, arabinose, fucose at a ratio of 13.180:4.875:1043.173:7.552:1:3.501:2.058. In addition, the periodic acid oxidation and NMR analysis showed that SM1S contained 1,6-glycosidic bonds, and might also contain 1 → 4 and 1 → 2 glycosidic or 1 → 3 glycosidic bonds. Furthermore, the migration experiment of human skin fibroblasts in vitro suggested that SM1S had a good effect to accelerate the scratch healing of cells. This study suggested that SM1S may be a prospective candidate as a natural wound dressing for the development of snail mucus products.
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- Zhipeng Li
- School of Life Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450001, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450001, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450001, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450001, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450001, China.
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- Systems Engineering Institute, Academy of Military Sciences PLA China, Beijing 100010, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450001, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450001, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450001, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450001, China.
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Kandeil MA, Mona MM. Evaluation of antioxidant, antityrosinase, and anticancer activity of mucus extract from both Egyptian land snails, Eremina desertorum and Helix aspersa, with emphasis on their chemical profiles. JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL ZOOLOGY. PART A, ECOLOGICAL AND INTEGRATIVE PHYSIOLOGY 2024; 341:182-192. [PMID: 38155516 DOI: 10.1002/jez.2773] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Revised: 10/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/04/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023]
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The snail mucus provides several functions and is increasingly being exploited for medicinal and cosmetic purposes. This study aimed to determine the chemical profile of two snail mucus extracts: the garden snail (Helix aspersa) and the desert snail (Eremina desertorum). In addition, it elucidates the antityrosinase, antioxidant, and anticancer activities against the human cancer cell line epithelioid carcinoma (Hela). The mucus was extracted from the pedal glands of garden snails (H. aspersa) and desert snails (E. desertorum). 2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl assay and the content of catalase, glutathione-S-transferase, superoxide dismutase, and reduced glutathione were utilized to assess the antioxidative screening activity of the mucus extracts. Besides a tyrosinase inhibitor assay, anticancer activity on cervical cancer cells (Hela) was studied. Additionally, the two mucus samples' total protein, total lipid, fatty acid, and amino acid profiles were compared. The mucus from both snails exhibited antioxidant activity. E. desertorum is more effective in inhibiting tyrosinase activity and has better scavenging activity than H. aspersa mucus extract. Both extracts revealed inhibitory activity against Hela cells, with insignificant differences. Moreover, the results indicated higher protein, lipids, and fatty acids mucus content of E. desertorum extract than those of H. aspersa mucus extract. Both snail slimes' obtained different biological activities, and amino acid contents could be related to their specific functions and beneficial for medical applications, especially antihyperpigmentation.
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- Manar A Kandeil
- Zoology Department, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
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- Zoology Department, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
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Zhu K, Zhang Z, Li G, Sun J, Gu T, Ain NU, Zhang X, Li D. Extraction, structure, pharmacological activities and applications of polysaccharides and proteins isolated from snail mucus. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 258:128878. [PMID: 38141709 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.128878] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Revised: 11/16/2023] [Accepted: 12/16/2023] [Indexed: 12/25/2023]
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Snail mucus had medical applications for wound healing as early as ancient Greece and the late Han Dynasty (China). A literature search found 165 modern research papers discussing the extraction methods, chemical compositions, pharmacological activities, and applications of snail mucus. Thus, this review summarized the research progress on the extraction, structure, pharmacological activities, and applications of polysaccharides and proteins isolated from snail mucus. The extraction methods of snail mucus include natural secretion and stimulation with blunt force, spray, electricity, un-shelling, ultrasonic-assisted, and ozone-assisted. As a natural product, snail mucus mainly comprises two polysaccharides (glycosaminoglycan, dextran), seven glycoproteins (mucin, lectin), various antibacterial peptides, allantoin, glycolic acid, etc. It has pharmacological activities that encourage cell migration and proliferation, and promote angiogenesis and have antibacterial, anti-oxidative and anticancer properties. The mechanism of snail mucus' chemicals performing antibacterial and wound-healing was proposed. Snail mucus is a promising bioactive product with multiple medical applications and has great potential in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Therefore, this review provides a valuable reference for researching and developing snail mucus.
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- Kehan Zhu
- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou 215021, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou 215021, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Dushu Lake Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University, Suzhou 215000, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou 215021, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou 215021, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou 215021, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Dushu Lake Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University, Suzhou 215000, China.
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou 215021, China.
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El Zawawy NA, El-Safty S, Kenawy ER, Ibrahim Salem S, Ali SS, Mahmoud YAG. Exploring the biomedical potential of a novel modified glass ionomer cement against the pandrug-resistant oral pathogen Candida albicans SYN-01. J Oral Microbiol 2023; 15:2195741. [PMID: 37008537 PMCID: PMC10064826 DOI: 10.1080/20002297.2023.2195741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/03/2023] Open
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Dental caries is an infectious disease that is a major concern for dentists. Streptococci and Lactobacilli were long thought to be the primary etiology responsible for caries. Candida albicans with acidogenic and aciduric characteristics has recently been implicated in the onset and progression of cariogenic lesions. Moreover, due to the increased resistance to common antimicrobials, the discovery of innovative candidates is in high demand. Therefore, our study might be the first report that explores the efficacy of glass ionomer cement (GIC) incorporated with a newly modified carboxylated chitosan derivative (CS-MC) against multidrug-resistant (MDR) and/or pandrug resistant (PDR) C. albicans isolated from the oral cavity. In this work, four CS-MC-GIC groups with different concentrations were formulated. Group four (CS-MC-GIC-4) gave a significant performance as an anticandidal agent against selected PDR Candida strain, with an obvious decrease in its cell viability and high antibiofilm activity. It also, enhanced all the mechanical properties and supports cell viability of Vero cells as a nontoxic compound. Moreover, CS-MC-GIC-4 inhibited neuraminidases completely, which might provide a novel mechanism to prevent dental/oral infections. Thus, findings in this study open up new prospect of the utilization of CS-MC-GIC as a novel dental filling material against oral drug-resistant Candida.
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- Nessma A. El Zawawy
- Botany Department, Faculty of Science Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
- CONTACT Nessma A. El Zawawy Botany Department, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta31527, Egypt
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- Biomaterials Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
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- Polymer Research Group, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
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- Polymer Research Group, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
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- Botany Department, Faculty of Science Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
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Rashad M, Sampò S, Cataldi A, Zara S. Biological activities of gastropods secretions: snail and slug slime. NATURAL PRODUCTS AND BIOPROSPECTING 2023; 13:42. [PMID: 37870705 PMCID: PMC10593653 DOI: 10.1007/s13659-023-00404-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2023] [Accepted: 10/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/24/2023]
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Gastropods, a mollusk class including slugs and snails, represent an extraordinarily diverse and ecologically significant group of organisms featuring the largest class of invertebrates. They can be classified as aquatic and terrestrial animals having coiled shells, although some species have reduced or absent shells. Their unique body structure includes a muscular foot for locomotion, a visceral mass containing essential organs, and a distinct head region with sensory organs such as tentacles and eyes. They are used to secrete a complex mixture of glycoproteins, enzymes, peptides, mucus and other bioactive compounds, namely slime, which represents a tool to allow locomotion, protection, and interaction within different habitats. The biological activities of the slime have attracted considerable interest due to their diverse and potentially valuable properties ranging from defense mechanisms to potential therapeutic applications in wound healing, antimicrobial therapy, management of inflammation, and neurological disorders. This review aims at exploring the beneficial effects of snail and slug slime focusing, in particular, on the improvement of the biological processes underlying them. Continued exploration of the intricate components of these slimy secretions promises to discover new bioactive molecules with diverse applications in various scientific and industrial fields.
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- Muhammad Rashad
- Department of Pharmacy, "G. d'Annunzio" University of Chieti-Pescara, Via Dei Vestini 31, 66100, Chieti, Italy
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- International Institution of Heliciculture of Cherasco - Lumacheria Italiana Srl, Corso Einaudi 40, 12062, Cherasco, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, "G. d'Annunzio" University of Chieti-Pescara, Via Dei Vestini 31, 66100, Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, "G. d'Annunzio" University of Chieti-Pescara, Via Dei Vestini 31, 66100, Chieti, Italy.
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Liegertová M, Malý J. Gastropod Mucus: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Biological Activities, Applications, and Strategic Priorities. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2023; 9:5567-5579. [PMID: 37751898 PMCID: PMC10566510 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.3c01096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 09/28/2023]
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Terrestrial gastropod mucus exhibits multifunctional attributes, enabling diverse applications. This comprehensive review integrates insights across biomedicine, biotechnology, and intellectual property to elucidate the bioactivities, physicochemical properties, and ecological roles of snail and slug mucus. Following an overview of mucus functional roles in gastropods, promising applications are highlighted in wound healing, antimicrobials, biomaterials, and cosmetics, alongside key challenges. An analysis of global patent trends reveals surging innovation efforts to leverage gastropod mucus. Strategic priorities include bioprospecting natural diversity, optimizing stabilization systems, recombinant biosynthesis, and fostering collaboration to translate promising potentials sustainably into impactful technologies. Ultimately, harnessing the remarkable multifunctionality of gastropod mucus holds immense opportunities for transformative innovations in biomedicine, biotechnology, and beyond.
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- Michaela Liegertová
- Centre of Nanomaterials and Biotechnology,
Faculty of Science, Jan Evangelista Purkyně
University in Ústí nad Labem, Pasteurova 3632/15, Ústí nad Labem 400 96, Czech Republic
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- Centre of Nanomaterials and Biotechnology,
Faculty of Science, Jan Evangelista Purkyně
University in Ústí nad Labem, Pasteurova 3632/15, Ústí nad Labem 400 96, Czech Republic
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Salem MB, Elzallat M, Mohammed DM, Samir S, Hammam OA, Abdel-Wareth MTA. Cornu aspersum mucin attenuates indomethacins-induced gastric ulcers in mice via alleviating oxidative stress and inflammation. Heliyon 2023; 9:e15677. [PMID: 37144196 PMCID: PMC10151374 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e15677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2022] [Revised: 04/14/2023] [Accepted: 04/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/06/2023] Open
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In the past three decades, a significant progress has been made in the prevention and treatment of gastric ulcers. The incidence of the disease has decreased, but gastric ulcer is still a medical problem. Currently, the available drugs for gastric ulcer treatment have many side effects; therefore, searching for new and safe therapeutic agents is mandatory. The present study aims to investigate the gastroprotective potential of Cornu aspersum (C. aspersum) mucin against gastric ulcers, and the mechanisms related to oxidative stress and inflammation. C. aspersum mucin was collected from 50 snails. The characteristics of C. aspersum mucin (chemical and microbiological) were evaluated. Mice were pretreated with famotidine and C. aspersum mucin (7.5 and 15 ml/kg b.w.) for 5 days, and then gastric ulcers were induced by indomethacin. Macroscopic examination, biochemical estimations, and Quantitative real-time PCR were carried out. Also, histopathological and immunohistopathological examinations were evaluated. We found that the high dose of the mucin significantly decreased the gastric mucosal malondialdehyde (MDA) and nitric oxide (NO) contents as well as interleukin 1β (IL-1β) and nuclear factor kappa β (NF-ҡB) expression, and inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) immunostaining. It also increased the gastric mucosal GSH and catalase contents as well as hemoxygenase-1 (HO-1) and nuclear factor-erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) expressions with regressions in gastric mucosal lesions. In conclusion, C. aspersum mucin could be a potential therapeutic candidate to protect against gastric ulceration.
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- Maha B. Salem
- Pharmacology Department, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Giza, Egypt
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- Immunology Department, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Giza, Egypt
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- Nutrition and Food Sciences Department, National Research Centre, Giza, Egypt
- Corresponding author.
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- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Giza, Egypt
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- Pathology Department, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Giza, Egypt
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El-Zawawy NA, Ali SS, Nouh HS. Exploring the potential of Rhizopus oryzae AUMC14899 as a novel endophytic fungus for the production of L-tyrosine and its biomedical applications. Microb Cell Fact 2023; 22:31. [PMID: 36804031 PMCID: PMC9942418 DOI: 10.1186/s12934-023-02041-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2022] [Accepted: 02/12/2023] [Indexed: 02/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND A significant threat to the public's health is the rise in antimicrobial resistance among numerous nosocomial bacterial infections. This may be a detriment to present initiatives to enhance the health of immune-compromised patients. Consequently, attention has been devoted to exploring new bioactive compounds in the field of drug discovery from endophytes. Therefore, this study is the first on the production of L-tyrosine (LT) as a promising bio-therapeutic agent from endophytic fungi. RESULTS A new endophytic fungal isolate has been identified for the first time as Rhizopus oryzae AUMC14899 from Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) and submitted to GenBank under the accession number MZ025968. Separation of amino acids in the crude extract of this fungal isolate was carried out, giving a higher content of LT, which is then characterized and purified. LT exhibited strong antibacterial and anti-biofilm activities against multidrug-resistant Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. The recorded minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) values ranged from 6 to 20 µg/ml. In addition, LT caused a strong reduction in biofilm formation and disrupted the preformed biofilm. Moreover, results indicated that LT supported cell viability, evidencing hemocompatibility and no cytotoxicity. CONCLUSION Our findings suggest that LT has potential as a therapeutic agent due to its potential antibacterial, anti-biofilm, hemocompatibility, and lack of cytotoxic activities, which may also increase the range of therapy options for skin burn infections, leading to the development of a novel fungal-based drug.
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- Nessma A. El-Zawawy
- grid.412258.80000 0000 9477 7793Botany Department, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, 31527 Egypt
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- Botany Department, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, 31527, Egypt.
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- grid.412258.80000 0000 9477 7793Botany Department, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, 31527 Egypt
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Exploring the potential of benzoic acid derived from the endophytic fungus strain Neurospora crassa SSN01 as a promising antimicrobial agent in wound healing. Microbiol Res 2022; 262:127108. [DOI: 10.1016/j.micres.2022.127108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2021] [Revised: 06/25/2022] [Accepted: 06/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Villanueva M, Espinosa-Reyes G, Flores-Ramirez R, Rojas-Velazquez AN, López JCG, Vazquez-Valladolid A, Roque-Jimenez JA, Mendoza-Martinez GD, Hernandez-Garcia PA, Palacios-Martinez M, Chay-Canul AJ, Lee-Rangel HA. Herbal Vitamin C Prevents DNA Oxidation and Modifies the Metabolomic Water Profile of Tilapia ( Oreochromis spp.). LIFE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:life12081243. [PMID: 36013422 PMCID: PMC9409982 DOI: 10.3390/life12081243] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2022] [Revised: 08/02/2022] [Accepted: 08/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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This experiment aimed to evaluate the effects of herbal vitamin C at different levels on tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) growth, potential DNA damage, and the metabolomic profile of water effluent. Forty-five tilapias were housed in separate plastic tanks (80 L), and these were randomly assigned to three treatments: (a) a commercial diet (CD) only; (Nutripec Purina®); (b) the commercial diet plus 250 mg of herbal vitamin C (HVC)/kg (CD250); and (c) the commercial diet plus 500 mg of HVC/kg (CD500). Biometric measurements were taken each week, blood samples were collected from the caudal vein on the final day, and water effluent was taken each week and immediately frozen (-80 °C) until further analysis (gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) systems). Data were completely randomized with a 2 × 2 factorial arrangement of treatments. Upon including herbal vitamin C, the final BW (p = 0.05) and BWG (p = 0.06) increased linearly. Herbal vitamin C decreases DNA damage (p ≥ 0.05). PLS-DA showed a 41.6% variation between treatments in the water samples. Fifteen metabolites had the best association between treatments, with a stronger correlation with CD500. Herbal vitamin C could improve fish performance, prevent DNA damage, and influence changes in the metabolomic profile of the water.
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- Moisés Villanueva
- Facultad de Agronomía y Veterinaria, Centro de Biociencias, Instituto de Investigaciones en Zonas Desérticas, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, S.L.P., Soledad de Graciano Sánchez 78000, Mexico
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- Facultad de Medicina—CIACYT, Centro de Investigación Aplicada en Ambiente y Salud, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, Lomas Segunda Sección, San Luis Potosí 78210, Mexico
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- Facultad de Medicina—CIACYT, Centro de Investigación Aplicada en Ambiente y Salud, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, Lomas Segunda Sección, San Luis Potosí 78210, Mexico
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- Facultad de Agronomía y Veterinaria, Centro de Biociencias, Instituto de Investigaciones en Zonas Desérticas, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, S.L.P., Soledad de Graciano Sánchez 78000, Mexico
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- Facultad de Agronomía y Veterinaria, Centro de Biociencias, Instituto de Investigaciones en Zonas Desérticas, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, S.L.P., Soledad de Graciano Sánchez 78000, Mexico
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- Facultad de Medicina—CIACYT, Centro de Investigación Aplicada en Ambiente y Salud, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, Lomas Segunda Sección, San Luis Potosí 78210, Mexico
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- Departamento de Producción Animal, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana—Xochimilco, CDMX, Mexico City 04960, Mexico
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- Departamento de Producción Animal, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana—Xochimilco, CDMX, Mexico City 04960, Mexico
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- Centro Universitario UAEM Amecameca, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México, Carretera Federal Amecameca-Ayapango km 2.5, Amecameca de Juárez 56900, Mexico
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- Departamento de Producción Animal, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana—Xochimilco, CDMX, Mexico City 04960, Mexico
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- División Académica de Ciencias Agropecuarias, Universidad Juárez Autónoma de Tabasco, Carretera Villahermosa-Teapa, km 25, R/A. La Huasteca 2ª Sección, Villahermosa 86280, Mexico
- Correspondence: (A.J.C.-C.); (H.A.L.-R.)
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- Facultad de Agronomía y Veterinaria, Centro de Biociencias, Instituto de Investigaciones en Zonas Desérticas, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, S.L.P., Soledad de Graciano Sánchez 78000, Mexico
- Correspondence: (A.J.C.-C.); (H.A.L.-R.)
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Puaratanaarunkon T, Washrawirul C, Chuenboonngarm N, Noppakun N, Asawanonda P, Kumtonrnrut C. The efficacy and safety of a facial serum containing snail secretion filtrate, Calendula officinalis, and Glycyrrhiza glaba root extract in the treatment of maskne: A randomized placebo-controlled Study. J Cosmet Dermatol 2022; 21:4470-4478. [PMID: 35763437 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.15190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2022] [Revised: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 06/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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INTRODUCTION During the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, face mask use has increased and became a part of our daily lives. While wearing, prolonged contact time and microenvironmental change profoundly lead to an acne flare-up, defined as "maskne". AIMS We aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of snail secretion filtrate, Calendula officinalis, and Glycyrrhiza glaba root extract combination serum (SCGS) in treating the maskne. METHODS This was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial study. This study enrolled 66 participants with mild to moderate maskne. The SCGS and placebo were randomly assigned for participants to use twice daily for 12 weeks. Percentage change of acne lesion count, acne severity by Investigator Global Evaluation Acne (IGEA), sebum levels, corneometry levels, transepidermal water loss (TEWL), erythema score by Visia®, and adverse events were evaluated 4-weekly at baseline to week 12. At week 12, all participants evaluated their satisfaction scores using a 10-point visual analog scale (VAS). RESULTS In the mask-covered area, the percent reduction in inflammatory acne lesions from the treatment group was significantly greater than the placebo group at all time points (coefficient of percentage change of inflammatory lesions = -33.89 [95% CI -65.24, -2.53]; p = 0.03). Also, a subgroup analysis with participants using concurrent acne treatments revealed similar results (12 participants, coefficient = -50.30 [95% -88.65, -11.95]; p = 0.01). However, there were no significant differences in non-inflammatory lesions, all skin biophysics, and VAS between groups. Adverse events were mild and occurred in a few cases in both groups. CONCLUSIONS The SCGS could significantly improved inflammatory acne lesions and had a favorable tolerability profile, suggesting its role as an adjunctive treatment in maskne.
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- Thanaporn Puaratanaarunkon
- Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.,Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, The Thai Red Cross Society, Bangkok, Thailand
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