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Thorley J, Alhebshi A, Rodriguez-Mateos A, Zhang Z, Bailey SJ, Martin NRW, Bishop NC, Clifford T. Acute supplementation with a curcuminoid-based formulation fails to enhance resting or exercise-induced NRF2 activity in males and females. Food Funct 2024. [PMID: 39392053 DOI: 10.1039/d4fo02681k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/12/2024]
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Purpose: Exercise and (poly)phenols may activate nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (NRF2), a transcription factor that coordinates antioxidant synthesis. The purpose of this study was to determine whether curcuminoid supplementation augments resting and exercise-induced NRF2 activity. Methods: In a double-blinded, randomised, between-subjects design, 14 males and 12 females performed plyometric exercise (100 drop jumps, 50 squat jumps) following 4 d supplementation with a curcuminoid-based formulation (CUR + EX; n = 13; ∼200 mg d-1 curcuminoids) or a placebo (PLA + EX; n = 13). NRF2/DNA binding in peripheral blood mononuclear cells, plasma glutathione peroxidase (GPX), and plasma cytokines (interleukin-6 [IL-6], tumour necrosis factor-alpha [TNF-α]) were measured pre-, post-, 1, 2 h post-exercise. Curcuminoid metabolites were measured 0, 1, 2 h post-administration of a single bolus. Results: Total area under the curve for total curcuminoid metabolites was greater in CUR + EX (p < 0.01), with bioavailability peaking at 2 h post administration (CUR + EX: [0 h] 80.9 ± 117 nM [1 h] 76.6 ± 178.5 nM [2 h] 301.1 ± 584.7 nM; PLA + EX: [0 h] 10.4 ± 1.6 [1 h] 8.5 ± 2.6 [2 h] 10.6 ± 2.1). NRF2 activity did not increase in PLA + EX (p = 0.78) or CUR + EX (p = 0.76); however, curcuminoid metabolite concentrations did positively predict NRF2/DNA binding (R2 = 0.39; p = 0.02). Exercise increased IL-6 (p = 0.03) but TNF-α was unresponsive (p = 0.97) and lower across PLA + EX (p = 0.03). GPX activity was higher in CUR + EX (p < 0.01) but not in PLA + EX (p = 0.94). Conclusion: Supplementation with a curcuminoid-based formulation failed to augment resting or exercise-induced NRF2/DNA binding; however, higher concentrations of curcuminoid metabolites predicted NRF2/DNA binding response, suggesting effects may be dependent on bioavailability.
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- Josh Thorley
- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, UK.
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, UK.
- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, School of Life Course and Population Sciences, King's College London, London, UK
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, School of Life Course and Population Sciences, King's College London, London, UK
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, UK.
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, UK.
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, UK.
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, UK.
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Bathina S, Colleluori G, Villareal DT, Aguirre L, Chen R, Armamento-Villareal R. A PRDM16-driven signal regulates body composition in testosterone-treated hypogonadal men. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2024; 15:1426175. [PMID: 39286266 PMCID: PMC11402695 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2024.1426175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2024] [Accepted: 08/13/2024] [Indexed: 09/19/2024] Open
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Background Testosterone (T) therapy increases lean mass and reduces total body and truncal fat mass in hypogonadal men. However, the underlying molecular mechanisms for the reciprocal changes in fat and lean mass in humans are not entirely clear. Methods Secondary analysis of specimens obtained from a single-arm, open-label clinical trial on pharmacogenetics of response to T therapy in men with late-onset hypogonadism, conducted between 2011 and 2016 involving 105 men (40-74 years old), who were given intramuscular T cypionate 200 mg every 2 weeks for 18 months. Subcutaneous fat (SCF), peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC) and serum were obtained from the participants at different time points of the study. We measured transcription factors for adipogenesis and myogenesis in the SCF, and PBMC, respectively, by real-time quantitative PCR at baseline and 6 months. Serum levels of FOLLISTATIN, PAX7, MYOSTATIN, ADIPSIN, and PRDM16 were measured by ELISA. Results As expected, there was a significant increase in T and estradiol levels after 6 months of T therapy. There was also a reduction in fat mass and an increase in lean mass after 6 months of T therapy. Gene-protein studies showed a significant reduction in the expression of the adipogenic markers PPARγ in SCF and ADIPSIN levels in the serum, together with a concomitant significant increase in the expression of myogenic markers, MYOD in PBMC and PAX7 and FOLLISTATIN levels in the serum after 6 months of T therapy compared to baseline. Interestingly, there was a significant increase in the adipo-myogenic switch, PRDM16, expression in SCF and PBMC, and in circulating protein levels in the serum after 6 months of T therapy, which is likely from increased estradiol. Conclusion Our study supports that molecular shift from the adipogenic to the myogenic pathway in men with hypogonadism treated with T could be mediated directly or indirectly by enhanced PRDM16 activity, in turn a result from increased estradiol level. This might have led to the reduction in body fat and increase in lean mass commonly seen in hypogonadal men treated with T.
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- Siresha Bathina
- Division of Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, United States
- Department of Medicine, Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center, Houston, TX, United States
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- Division of Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, United States
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- Division of Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, United States
- Department of Medicine, Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center, Houston, TX, United States
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- Department of Medicine, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, NM, United States
- Department of Medicine, New Mexico VA Health Care System, Albuquerque, NM, United States
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- Division of Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, United States
- Department of Medicine, Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center, Houston, TX, United States
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- Division of Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, United States
- Department of Medicine, Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center, Houston, TX, United States
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Thorley J, Thomas C, Bailey SJ, Martin NRW, Bishop NC, Clifford T. Mechanically demanding eccentric exercise increases nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 activity in human peripheral blood mononuclear cells. J Sports Sci 2023; 41:1231-1239. [PMID: 37756518 DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2023.2263713] [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: 08/05/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023]
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- Josh Thorley
- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK
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McCormick JJ, Côté MD, King KE, McManus MK, Goulet N, Dokladny K, Moseley PL, Kenny GP. The autophagic response to exercise in peripheral blood mononuclear cells from young men is intensity-dependent and is altered by exposure to environmental heat. Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol 2022; 323:R467-R482. [PMID: 35993558 DOI: 10.1152/ajpregu.00110.2022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Autophagy is essential to maintaining cellular homeostasis in all eukaryotic cells and to tolerance of acute stressors such as starvation, heat, and recovery following exercise. Limited information exists regarding the exercise intensity-dependent autophagic response in humans, and it is unknown how environmental heat stress may modulate this response. Therefore, we evaluated autophagy and accompanying pathways of cellular stress (the heat shock response [HSR], apoptosis, and acute inflammation) in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) from 10 young men (mean [SD]; 22 [2] years) before, immediately after and up to 6h post-exercise recovery from 30 minutes of low-, moderate-, and high-intensity semi-recumbent cycling (40, 55 and 70% of maximal oxygen consumption (VO2max), respectively)in a temperate environment (25°C) and at 70% of VO2max in a hot environment (40°C). Changes in protein content were analyzed via Western blot. Each increase in exercise intensity was associated with elevations in mean body temperature. LC3-II increased following moderate-intensity exercise, with further increases following high-intensity exercise (p < 0.05). However, an increase in beclin-2 and ULK1, with a decrease in p62 was only observed after high-intensity exercise, which was paralleled by elevated TNF-α and cleaved-caspase-3, with the HSR peaking at 6h after exercise (p < 0.05). When exercise was performed in the heat, greater LC3-II and cleaved-caspase-3 accumulation was observed, however beclin-2 declined in recovery (p < 0.05). Therefore, our findings indicate that autophagy in PBMCs during exercise may be associated with greater heat strain exhibited during increasing exercise intensities, which is modulated by exposure to heat.
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- James J McCormick
- Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit, School of Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit, School of Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit, School of Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit, School of Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit, School of Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, United States
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- Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Protein Research, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.,College of Health Solutions, Arizona State University, Phoenix, Arizona, United States
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- Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit, School of Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada.,Clinical Epidemiology Program, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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Physical Activity Modulates miRNAs Levels and Enhances MYOD Expression in Myoblasts. Stem Cell Rev Rep 2022; 18:1865-1874. [PMID: 35316486 PMCID: PMC9209351 DOI: 10.1007/s12015-022-10361-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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Stem cells functions are regulated by different factors and non-conding RNAs, such as microRNA. MiRNAsplay an important role in modulating the expression of genes involved in the commitment and differentiation of progenitor cells. MiRNAs are post transcriptional regulators which may be modulated by physical exercise. MiRNAs, by regulating different signaling pathways, play an important role in myogenesis as well as in muscle activity. MiRNAs quantification may be considered for evaluating physical performance or muscle recovery. With the aim to identify specific miRNAs potentially involved in myogenesis and modulated by physical activity, we investigated miRNAs expression following physical performance in Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells (PBMCs) and in sera of half marathon (HM) runnners. The effect of runners sera on Myogenesis in in vitro cellular models was also explored. Therefore, we performed Microarray Analysis and Real Time PCR assays, as well as in vitro cell cultures analysis to investigate myogenic differentiation. Our data demonstrated gender-specific expression patterns of PBMC miRNAs before physical performance. In particular, miR223-3p, miR26b-5p, miR150-5p and miR15-5p expression was higher, while miR7a-5p and miR7i-5p expression was lower in females compared to males. After HM, miR152-3p, miR143-3p, miR27a-3p levels increased while miR30b-3p decreased in both females and males: circulating miRNAs mirrored these modulations. Furthermore, we also observed that the addition of post-HM participants sera to cell cultures exerted a positive effect in stimulating myogenesis. In conclusion, our data suggest that physical activity induces the modulation of myogenesis-associated miRNAs in bothfemales and males, despite the gender-associated different expression of certain miRNAs, Noteworthy, these findings might be useful for evaluating potential targets for microRNA based-therapies in diseases affecting the myogenic stem cells population.
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Madkour MI, Malhab LJB, Abdel-Rahman WM, Abdelrahim DN, Saber-Ayad M, Faris ME. Ramadan Diurnal Intermittent Fasting Is Associated With Attenuated FTO Gene Expression in Subjects With Overweight and Obesity: A Prospective Cohort Study. Front Nutr 2022; 8:741811. [PMID: 35372458 PMCID: PMC8968860 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2021.741811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2021] [Accepted: 12/20/2021] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Aim and Background A growing body of evidence supports the impact of intermittent fasting (IF) on normalizing body weight and that the interaction between body genes and environmental factors shapes human susceptibility to developing obesity. FTO gene is one of these genes with metabolic effects related to energy metabolism and body fat deposition. This research examined the changes in FTO gene expression upon Ramadan intermittent fasting (RIF) in a group of metabolically healthy subjects with overweight and obesity. Methods Sixty-three (63) subjects were recruited, of which 57 (17 males and 40 females, mean age 38.4 ± 11.2 years) subjects with overweight and obesity (BMI = 29.89 ± 5.02 kg/m2were recruited and monitored before and at the end of Ramadan month), and 6 healthy subjects with normal BMI (21.4 ± 2.20 kg/m2) recruited only to standardize the reference for normal levels of FTO gene expression. In the two-time points, anthropometric, biochemical, and dietary assessments were undertaken, and FTO gene expression tests were performed using RNA extracted from the whole blood sample. Results In contrast to normal BMI subjects, the relative gene expressions in overweight/obese were significantly decreased at the end of Ramadan (-32.30%, 95% CI-0.052 -0.981) in comparison with the pre-fasting state. Significant reductions were found in body weight, BMI, fat mass, body fat percent, hip circumference, LDL, IL-6, TNF-α (P<0.001), and in waist circumference (P<0.05), whilst HDL and IL-10 significantly increased (P<0.001) at the end of Ramadan in comparison with the pre-fasting levels. Binary logistic regression analysis for genetic expressions showed no significant association between high-energy intake, waist circumference, or obesity and FTO gene expression. Conclusions RIF is associated with the downregulation of the FTO gene expression in subjects with obesity, and this may explain, at least in part, its favorable metabolic effects. Hence, RIF presumably may entail a protective impact against body weight gain and its adverse metabolic-related derangements in subjects with obesity.
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- Mohamed I. Madkour
- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences (RIMHS), University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences (RIMHS), University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences (RIMHS), University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Applied Science Private University, Amman, Jordan
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- Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences (RIMHS), University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences (RIMHS), University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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The Impact of Short-Term Shark Liver Oil Supplementation on the Fatty Acid Composition of Erythrocyte Membranes. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13103329. [PMID: 34684329 PMCID: PMC8540316 DOI: 10.3390/nu13103329] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2021] [Revised: 09/14/2021] [Accepted: 09/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Fatty acid (FA) balance is strictly related to human health. The composition of fatty acids in lipid membranes seems to be influenced by diet. Shark liver oil (SLO) supplementation has been widely used recently in the prevention and treatment of human diseases. We analyzed the impact of short-term SLO supplementation on certain biochemical parameters and erythrocyte FA composition in a group of young healthy women. Our results showed that 6 weeks of SLO supplementation led to a significant decrease in C-reactive protein levels in sera and intracellular cholesterol levels in peripheral blood mononuclear cells. SLO supplementation caused a significant increase in the content of the polyunsaturated omega-3 FAs: docosahexaenoic acid, docosapentaenoic acid and α-linolenic acid. In the group of omega-6 FAs, we observed a significant elevation of arachidonic and dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid content. Due to these alterations, the omega-3 index increased significantly from 3.6% (before) to 4.2% (after supplementation). We also observed the impact of SLO supplementation on the membrane fluidity index. The ratio between saturated and unsaturated FAs decreased significantly from 13.1 to 9.9. In conclusion, our results show that even short-term SLO supplementation can improve human erythrocyte fatty acid composition and other parameters that may have health-promoting consequences.
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Rousseau M, Horne J, Guénard F, de Toro-Martín J, Garneau V, Guay V, Kearney M, Pilon G, Roy D, Couture P, Couillard C, Marette A, Vohl MC. An 8-week freeze-dried blueberry supplement impacts immune-related pathways: a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled trial. GENES AND NUTRITION 2021; 16:7. [PMID: 34000994 PMCID: PMC8130140 DOI: 10.1186/s12263-021-00688-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2020] [Accepted: 05/05/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Background Blueberries contain high levels of polyphenolic compounds with high in vitro antioxidant capacities. Their consumption has been associated with improved vascular and metabolic health. Purpose The objective was to examine the effects of blueberry supplement consumption on metabolic syndrome (MetS) parameters and potential underlying mechanisms of action. Methods A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled intervention trial was conducted in adults at risk of developing MetS. Participants consumed 50 g daily of either a freeze-dried highbush blueberry powder (BBP) or a placebo powder for 8 weeks (n = 49). MetS phenotypes were assessed at weeks 0, 4 and 8. Fasting blood gene expression profiles and plasma metabolomic profiles were examined at baseline and week 8 to assess metabolic changes occurring in response to the BBP. A per-protocol analysis was used. Results A significant treatment effect was observed for plasma triglyceride levels that was no longer significant after further adjustments for age, sex, BMI and baseline values. In addition, the treatment*time interactions were non-significant therefore suggesting that compared with the placebo, BBP had no statistically significant effect on body weight, blood pressure, fasting plasma lipid, insulin and glucose levels, insulin resistance (or sensitivity) or glycated hemoglobin concentrations. There were significant changes in the expression of 49 genes and in the abundance of 35 metabolites following BBP consumption. Differentially regulated genes were clustered in immune-related pathways. Conclusion An 8-week BBP intervention did not significantly improve traditional markers of cardiometabolic health in adults at risk of developing MetS. However, changes in gene expression and metabolite abundance suggest that clinically significant cardiometabolic changes could take longer than 8 weeks to present and/or could result from whole blueberry consumption or a higher dosage. BBP may also have an effect on factors such as immunity even within a shorter 8-week timeframe. Clinical trial registration clinicaltrials.gov, NCT03266055, 2017 Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12263-021-00688-2.
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- Michèle Rousseau
- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada.,School of Nutrition, Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada.,School of Nutrition, Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada.,School of Nutrition, Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada.,Québec Heart and Lung Institute (IUCPQ) Research Center, 2725 chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec, QC, G1V 4G5, Canada
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- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada.,School of Nutrition, Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada.,Québec Heart and Lung Institute (IUCPQ) Research Center, 2725 chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec, QC, G1V 4G5, Canada
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- Centre Nutrition, santé et société (NUTRISS)-Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada. .,School of Nutrition, Université Laval, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada.
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Clifford T, Acton JP, Cocksedge SP, Davies KAB, Bailey SJ. The effect of dietary phytochemicals on nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) activation: a systematic review of human intervention trials. Mol Biol Rep 2021; 48:1745-1761. [PMID: 33515348 PMCID: PMC7925463 DOI: 10.1007/s11033-020-06041-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2020] [Accepted: 11/28/2020] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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We conducted a systematic review of human trials examining the effects of dietary phytochemicals on Nrf2 activation. In accordance with the PRISMA guidelines, Medline, Embase and CAB abstracts were searched for articles from inception until March 2020. Studies in adult humans that measured Nrf2 activation (gene or protein expression changes) following ingestion of a phytochemical, either alone or in combination were included. The study was pre-registered on the Prospero database (Registration Number: CRD42020176121). Twenty-nine full-texts were retrieved and reviewed for analysis; of these, eighteen were included in the systematic review. Most of the included participants were healthy, obese or type 2 diabetics. Study quality was assessed using the Cochrane Collaboration Risk of Bias Assessment tool. Twelve different compounds were examined in the included studies: curcumin, resveratrol and sulforaphane were the most common (n = 3 each). Approximately half of the studies reported increases in Nrf2 activation (n = 10); however, many were of poor quality and had an unclear or high risk of bias. There is currently limited evidence that phytochemicals activate Nrf2 in humans. Well controlled human intervention trials are needed to corroborate the findings from in vitro and animal studies.
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- Tom Clifford
- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, UK.
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, UK
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, UK
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- Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, M15 6BH, UK
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, UK
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Ajaz S, McPhail MJ, Gnudi L, Trovato FM, Mujib S, Napoli S, Carey I, Agarwal K. Mitochondrial dysfunction as a mechanistic biomarker in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Mitochondrion 2020; 57:119-130. [PMID: 33387664 DOI: 10.1016/j.mito.2020.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2020] [Revised: 12/10/2020] [Accepted: 12/23/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Dysfunctional metabolism lies at the centre of the pathogenesis for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and involves mitochondrial dysfunction, lipid dysmetabolism and oxidative stress. This study, for the first time, explores real-time energy changes in peripheral blood and corresponding metabolite changes, to investigate whether mitochondria-related immunometabolic biomarkers can predict progression in NAFLD. METHODS Thirty subjects divided into 3 groups were assessed: NAFLD with biopsy-proven mild fibrosis (n = 10), severe fibrosis (n = 10) and healthy controls (HC, n = 10). Mitochondrial functional analysis was performed in a Seahorse XFp analyzer in live peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs). Global metabolomics quantified a broad range of human plasma metabolites. Mitochondrial carbamoyl phosphate synthase 1(CPS-1), Ornithine transcarbamoylase (OTC), Fibroblast growth factor-21 (FGF-21) and a range of cytokines in plasma were measured by ELISA. RESULTS NAFLD patients with severe fibrosis demonstrated reduced maximal respiration (106 ± 25 versus 242 ± 62, p < 0.05) and reserve capacity (56 ± 16 versus 184 ± 42, p = 0.006) compared to mild/moderate fibrosis. Comparing mild/moderate vs severe liver fibrosis in patients with NAFLD, 14 out of 493 quantified metabolites were significantly changed (p < 0.05). Most of the amino acids modulated were the urea cycle (UC) components which included citrulline/ornithine ratio, arginine and glutamate. Plasma levels of CPS-1 and FGF-21 were significantly higher mild versus severe fibrosis in NAFLD patients. This novel panel generated an area under the ROC of 0.95, sensitivity of 100% and specificity 80% and p = 0.0007 (F1-F2 versus F3-F4). CONCLUSION Progression in NAFLD is associated with mitochondrial dysfunction and changes in metabolites associated with the urea cycle. We demonstrate a unique panel of mitochondrial-based, signatures which differentiate between stages of NAFLD. LAY SUMMARY Mitochondrial dysfunction in peripheral cells along with alterations in metabolites of urea cycle act as a sensor of hepatocyte mitochondrial damage. These changes can be measured in blood and together represent a unique panel of biomarkers for progression of fibrosis in NAFLD.
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- Saima Ajaz
- Institute of Liver Studies, Kings College Hospital, London, United Kingdom.
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- Institute of Liver Studies, Kings College Hospital, London, United Kingdom
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- School of Cardiovascular Medicine and Sciences, Kings College London, United Kingdom
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- Institute of Liver Studies, Kings College Hospital, London, United Kingdom
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- Institute of Liver Studies, Kings College Hospital, London, United Kingdom
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- Institute of Liver Studies, Kings College Hospital, London, United Kingdom
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- Institute of Liver Studies, Kings College Hospital, London, United Kingdom
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Veshkini A, Mohammadi-Sangcheshmeh A, Alamouti AA, Kouhkan F, Salehi A. Maternal supplementation with fish oil modulates inflammation-related MicroRNAs and genes in suckling lambs. Trop Anim Health Prod 2019; 52:1561-1572. [PMID: 31820306 DOI: 10.1007/s11250-019-02157-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2019] [Accepted: 11/18/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Dietary n-3 long-chain fatty acids (n-3 LCFA) have been shown to modify lipid metabolism and immune function. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of periparturient fish oil (FO) supplementation on the inflammation and metabolic health of ewes and their lambs at a molecular level. Prepartum ewes were fed control diet (CON, n = 12) or CON supplemented with 2% DM of calcium soap of FO (n = 12) from 28 days before until 21 days after parturition. The ewes were evaluated for plasma metabolites and milk composition. The experiment was followed by analyzing the relative transcript abundance of circulating microRNAs (miRNAs) in plasma and targeted miRNA/mRNA expression in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) in both ewes and lambs. FO treatment decreased prepartum feed intake (1812 ± 35 vs 1674 ± 33 g/day, P < 0.01), whereas the influence on plasma metabolites was negligible. Dietary FO supplementation decreased milk fat percentage (8.82 ± 0.49 vs 7.03 ± 0.45, P = 0.02) and reduced milk n-6/n-3 (P < 0.05). Also, it altered the expression of plasma-circulating miRNAs in both ewe and lamb (P < 0.05). Furthermore, maternal nutrition of FO downregulated the relative expression of miR-33a and miR-146b and transcript abundance of genes IL-1β (0.41-fold) and NF-κB (0.25-fold) in lambs' PBMC. In conclusion, results showed that FO supplementation starting antepartum affects milk composition and circulating miRNA in dams and the inflammatory markers in lambs delivered by the supplemented ewes. These may provide a strategy to maintain immune balance during gestation and develop the immune system in lambs.
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- Arash Veshkini
- Department of Animal and Poultry Science, Aburaihan Campus, University of Tehran, P.O. Box 3391653755, Pakdasht, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Animal and Poultry Science, Aburaihan Campus, University of Tehran, P.O. Box 3391653755, Pakdasht, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Animal and Poultry Science, Aburaihan Campus, University of Tehran, P.O. Box 3391653755, Pakdasht, Tehran, Iran.
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- Stem Cell Biology Department, Stem Cell Technology Research Center, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Animal and Poultry Science, Aburaihan Campus, University of Tehran, P.O. Box 3391653755, Pakdasht, Tehran, Iran
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Myhrstad MCW, de Mello VD, Dahlman I, Kolehmainen M, Paananen J, Rundblad A, Carlberg C, Olstad OK, Pihlajamäki J, Holven KB, Hermansen K, Dragsted LO, Gunnarsdottir I, Cloetens L, Storm MU, Åkesson B, Rosqvist F, Hukkanen J, Herzig KH, Risérus U, Thorsdottir I, Poutanen KS, Savolainen MJ, Schwab U, Arner P, Uusitupa M, Ulven SM. Healthy Nordic Diet Modulates the Expression of Genes Related to Mitochondrial Function and Immune Response in Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells from Subjects with Metabolic Syndrome-A SYSDIET Sub-Study. Mol Nutr Food Res 2019; 63:e1801405. [PMID: 30964598 DOI: 10.1002/mnfr.201801405] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2018] [Revised: 03/20/2019] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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SCOPE To explore the effect of a healthy Nordic diet on the global transcriptome profile in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) of subjects with metabolic syndrome. METHODS AND RESULTS Subjects with metabolic syndrome undergo a 18/24 week randomized intervention study comparing an isocaloric healthy Nordic diet with an average habitual Nordic diet served as control (SYSDIET study). Altogether, 68 participants are included. PBMCs are obtained before and after intervention and total RNA is subjected to global transcriptome analysis. 1302 probe sets are differentially expressed between the diet groups (p-value < 0.05). Twenty-five of these are significantly regulated (FDR q-value < 0.25) and are mainly involved in mitochondrial function, cell growth, and cell adhesion. The list of 1302 regulated probe sets is subjected to functional analyses. Pathways and processes involved in the mitochondrial electron transport chain, immune response, and cell cycle are downregulated in the healthy Nordic diet group. In addition, gene transcripts with common motifs for 42 transcription factors, including NFR1, NFR2, and NF-κB, are downregulated in the healthy Nordic diet group. CONCLUSION These results suggest that benefits of a healthy diet may be mediated by improved mitochondrial function and reduced inflammation.
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- Mari C W Myhrstad
- Department of Nursing and Health Promotion, Faculty of Health Sciences, Oslo Metropolitan University, 0130, Oslo, Norway
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- Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition, University of Eastern Finland, 70211, Kuopio, Finland
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- Department of Medicine (H7), Karolinska Institute, 141 86, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition, University of Eastern Finland, 70211, Kuopio, Finland
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- Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition, University of Eastern Finland, 70211, Kuopio, Finland
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute for Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, 0316, Oslo, Norway
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- Institute of Biomedicine, University of Eastern Finland, 70211, Kuopio, Finland
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- Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition, University of Eastern Finland, 70211, Kuopio, Finland.,Department of Medicine, Endocrinology and Clinical Nutrition, Kuopio University Hospital, 70029, Kuopio, Finland
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute for Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, 0316, Oslo, Norway.,Norwegian National Advisory Unit on Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Department of Endocrinology, Morbid Obesity and Preventive Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, 0424, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Endocrinology and Internal Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital, 8200, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen, DK-2200 Copenhagen N, Denmark
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- Unit for Nutrition Research, University of Iceland and Landspitali - The National University Hospital of Iceland, 101, Reykjavík, Iceland
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- Biomedical Nutrition, Pure and Applied Biochemistry, Lund University, 221 00, Lund, Sweden
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- Biomedical Nutrition, Pure and Applied Biochemistry, Lund University, 221 00, Lund, Sweden
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- Biomedical Nutrition, Pure and Applied Biochemistry, Lund University, 221 00, Lund, Sweden.,Department of Clinical Nutrition, Skåne University Hospital, 221 00, Lund, Sweden
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- Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences, Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism, Uppsala University, 751 22, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Biocenter Oulu, University of Oulu, and Medical Research Center, Oulu University Hospital, 90014, Oulu, Finland
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- Institute of Biomedicine and Biocenter of Oulu, University of Oulu, Medical Research Center (MRC) and University Hospital, 90014, Oulu, Finland.,Department of Gastroenterology and Metabolism, Poznań University of Medical Sciences, 10 61-701, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences, Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism, Uppsala University, 751 22, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Unit for Nutrition Research, University of Iceland and Landspitali - The National University Hospital of Iceland, 101, Reykjavík, Iceland
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- Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition, University of Eastern Finland, 70211, Kuopio, Finland.,VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, 02044 VTT, Espoo, Finland
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Biocenter Oulu, University of Oulu, and Medical Research Center, Oulu University Hospital, 90014, Oulu, Finland
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- Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition, University of Eastern Finland, 70211, Kuopio, Finland.,Department of Medicine, Endocrinology and Clinical Nutrition, Kuopio University Hospital, 70029, Kuopio, Finland
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- Department of Medicine (H7), Karolinska Institute, 141 86, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition, University of Eastern Finland, 70211, Kuopio, Finland
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute for Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, 0316, Oslo, Norway
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Geng X, Zhang Y, Yan J, Chu C, Gao F, Jiang Z, Zhang X, Chen Y, Wei X, Feng Y, Lu H, Wang C, Zeng F, Jia W. Mitochondrial DNA mutation m.3243A>G is associated with altered mitochondrial function in peripheral blood mononuclear cells, with heteroplasmy levels and with clinical phenotypes. Diabet Med 2019; 36:776-783. [PMID: 30536471 DOI: 10.1111/dme.13874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/29/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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AIMS To investigate the associations among heteroplasmy levels (i.e. the proportions of mutant and wild-type mitochondrial DNA in the same cell), mitochondrial function and clinical severity of the m.3243A>G mutation. METHODS A total of 17 participants carrying the m.3243A>G mutation and 17 sex- and age-matched healthy controls were included in this study. Heteroplasmy levels of the m.3243A>G mutation in leukocytes, saliva and urine sediment were determined by pyrosequencing. The clinical evaluation included endocrinological, audiological and ophthalmological examinations. Mitochondrial function was determined in peripheral blood mononuclear cells isolated from participants. RESULTS Heteroplasmy levels in urine sediment were higher than those in leukocytes and saliva. Reduced levels of adenosine triphosphate and mitochondrial membrane potential, and increased reactive oxygen species production were observed in mutant peripheral blood mononuclear cells (all P < 0.05). Linear regression analysis indicated that higher heteroplasmy levels in peripheral blood leukocytes were associated with increased levels of glycated albumin and HbA1c , and decreased total hip bone mineral density T-score after adjustment for age and sex (all P < 0.05). Furthermore, mitochondrial membrane potential was independently associated with bone mineral density T-score at the femoral neck (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Heteroplasmy levels in peripheral blood leukocytes and mitochondrial membrane potential in peripheral blood mononuclear cells were closely associated with clinical manifestations and were valuable for evaluation of the clinical severity of the m.3243A>G mutation.
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- X Geng
- Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Diabetes, Shanghai, China
- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Metabolic Diseases Biobank, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Diabetes, Shanghai, China
- Metabolic Diseases Biobank, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Centre for Translational Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Institute of Medical Genetics, Shanghai Children's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
- Key Laboratory of Embryo Molecular Biology, Shanghai Children's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
- Ministry of Health of China and Shanghai Key Laboratory of Embryo and Reproduction Engineering, Shanghai Children's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Diabetes, Shanghai, China
- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Metabolic Diseases Biobank, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Diabetes, Shanghai, China
- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Metabolic Diseases Biobank, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Diabetes, Shanghai, China
- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Metabolic Diseases Biobank, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Diabetes, Shanghai, China
- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Metabolic Diseases Biobank, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Diabetes, Shanghai, China
- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Metabolic Diseases Biobank, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Institute of Medical Genetics, Shanghai Children's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
- Key Laboratory of Embryo Molecular Biology, Shanghai Children's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
- Ministry of Health of China and Shanghai Key Laboratory of Embryo and Reproduction Engineering, Shanghai Children's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Diabetes, Shanghai, China
- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Metabolic Diseases Biobank, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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Rundblad A, Larsen SV, Myhrstad MC, Ottestad I, Thoresen M, Holven KB, Ulven SM. Differences in peripheral blood mononuclear cell gene expression and triglyceride composition in lipoprotein subclasses in plasma triglyceride responders and non-responders to omega-3 supplementation. GENES AND NUTRITION 2019; 14:10. [PMID: 31057673 PMCID: PMC6485081 DOI: 10.1186/s12263-019-0633-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2019] [Accepted: 03/20/2019] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Background Intake of the marine omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) reduces fasting triglyceride (TG) levels and may thereby lower cardiovascular disease risk. However, there are large inter-individual differences in the TG-lowering effect of omega-3 supplementation. Genotype differences partly explain this variation, but gene-environment interactions leading to gene expression differences may also be important. In this study, we aimed to investigate baseline differences and differences in the change in peripheral blood mononuclear cell (PBMC) gene expression and lipoprotein subclass TG levels between TG responders and non-responders to omega-3 fatty acid supplementation. Methods In a previous randomized controlled trial, healthy normotriglyceridemic subjects (n = 35, 71% women) received 1.6 g EPA + DHA/day for 7 weeks. In this exploratory sub-study, we defined TG responders as subjects having a TG reduction beyond the 20% day-to-day variation and non-responders as having a TG change between − 20% and + 20% after omega-3 supplementation. PBMC gene expression was measured using microarray, and lipoprotein subclasses were measured using nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Results Eight subjects were defined as responders with a median TG reduction of 37%, and 16 subjects were defined as non-responders with a median TG change of 0%. At baseline, responders had higher TG levels in two of four high-density lipoprotein (HDL) subclasses and 909 gene transcripts (p ≤ 0.05) were differentially expressed compared to non-responders. During the intervention, the plasma TG reduction among responders was reflected in TG reductions in four of six different very low-density lipoprotein subclasses and three of four different HDL subclasses. Compared to non-responders, the expression of 454 transcripts was differentially altered in responders (p ≤ 0.05). Pathway analyses revealed that responders had altered signaling pathways related to development and immune function. In addition, two of the top 10 enriched pathways in responders compared to non-responders were related to lysophosphatidic acid signaling. Conclusion TG responders and non-responders to omega-3 supplementation have different lipoprotein subclass and PBMC gene expression profiles at baseline and different lipoprotein subclass and PBMC gene expression responses to omega-3 supplementation. These gene expression differences may partially explain the variability in TG response observed after omega-3 supplementation. Graphical abstract Based on free images from Servier Medical Art (Creative Commons Attribution License) and image from www.colourbox.com.![]() Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12263-019-0633-y) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Amanda Rundblad
- 1Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, PO Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Oslo, Norway
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- 1Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, PO Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Oslo, Norway
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- 2Department of Nursing and Health Promotion, Faculty of Health Sciences, OsloMet - Oslo Metropolitan University, PO Box 4, St Olavs plass, 0130 Oslo, Norway
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- 1Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, PO Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Oslo, Norway
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- 3Department of Biostatistics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, PO Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Oslo, Norway
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- 1Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, PO Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Oslo, Norway.,4National Advisory Unit on Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Department of Endocrinology, Morbid Obesity and Preventive Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, PO Box 4950, Nydalen, 0424 Oslo, Norway
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- 1Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, PO Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Oslo, Norway
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Brito JSD, Borges NA, Anjos JSD, Nakao LS, Stockler-Pinto MB, Paiva BR, Cardoso-Weide LDC, Cardozo LFMDF, Mafra D. Aryl Hydrocarbon Receptor and Uremic Toxins from the Gut Microbiota in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients: Is There a Relationship between Them? Biochemistry 2019; 58:2054-2060. [DOI: 10.1021/acs.biochem.8b01305] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Jessyca Sousa de Brito
- Medical Sciences Graduate Program, Federal University Fluminense (UFF), Niterói, RJ 24220-900, Brazil
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- Cardiovascular Sciences Graduate Program, Federal University Fluminense (UFF), Niterói, RJ 24220-900, Brazil
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- Cardiovascular Sciences Graduate Program, Federal University Fluminense (UFF), Niterói, RJ 24220-900, Brazil
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- Federal University of Paraná (UFPR), Curitiba, PR 80060-000, Brazil
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- Cardiovascular Sciences Graduate Program, Federal University Fluminense (UFF), Niterói, RJ 24220-900, Brazil
- Nutrition Sciences Graduate Program, Federal University Fluminense (UFF), Niterói, RJ 24220-900, Brazil
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- Medical Sciences Graduate Program, Federal University Fluminense (UFF), Niterói, RJ 24220-900, Brazil
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- Medical Sciences Graduate Program, Federal University Fluminense (UFF), Niterói, RJ 24220-900, Brazil
- Cardiovascular Sciences Graduate Program, Federal University Fluminense (UFF), Niterói, RJ 24220-900, Brazil
- Nutrition Sciences Graduate Program, Federal University Fluminense (UFF), Niterói, RJ 24220-900, Brazil
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Hunter DJ, James L, Hussey B, Wadley AJ, Lindley MR, Mastana SS. Impact of aerobic exercise and fatty acid supplementation on global and gene-specific DNA methylation. Epigenetics 2019; 14:294-309. [PMID: 30764736 DOI: 10.1080/15592294.2019.1582276] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
Abstract
Lifestyle interventions, including exercise and dietary supplementation, can modify DNA methylation and exert health benefits; however, the underlying mechanisms are poorly understood. Here we investigated the impact of acute aerobic exercise and the supplementation of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFA) and extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) on global and gene-specific (PPARGC1A, IL6 and TNF) DNA methylation, and DNMT mRNA expression in leukocytes of disease-free individuals. Eight trained male cyclists completed an exercise test before and after a four-week supplementation of n-3 PUFA and EVOO in a double-blind, randomised, repeated measures design. Exercise triggered global hypomethylation (Pre 79.2%; Post 78.7%; p = 0.008), alongside, hypomethylation (Pre 6.9%; Post 6.3%; p < 0.001) and increased mRNA expression of PPARGC1A (p < 0.001). Associations between PPARGC1A methylation and exercise performance were also detected. An interaction between supplement and trial was detected for a single CpG of IL6 indicating increased DNA methylation following n-3 PUFA and decreased methylation following EVOO (p = 0.038). Global and gene-specific DNA methylation associated with markers of inflammation and oxidative stress. The supplementation of EVOO reduced DNMT1 mRNA expression compared to n-3 PUFA supplementation (p = 0.048), whereas, DNMT3a (p = 0.018) and DNMT3b (p = 0.046) mRNA expression were decreased following exercise. In conclusion, we demonstrate that acute exercise and dietary supplementation of n-3 PUFAs and EVOO induce DNA methylation changes in leukocytes, potentially via the modulation of DNMT mRNA expression. Future studies are required to further elucidate the impact of lifestyle interventions on DNA methylation.
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- David John Hunter
- a Translational Chemical Biology Research Group, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences , Loughborough University , Loughborough , UK.,b National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences , Loughborough University , Loughborough , UK
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- a Translational Chemical Biology Research Group, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences , Loughborough University , Loughborough , UK.,b National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences , Loughborough University , Loughborough , UK
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- a Translational Chemical Biology Research Group, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences , Loughborough University , Loughborough , UK.,b National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences , Loughborough University , Loughborough , UK
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- b National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences , Loughborough University , Loughborough , UK.,c University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Infirmary Square , Leicester , UK
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- a Translational Chemical Biology Research Group, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences , Loughborough University , Loughborough , UK.,b National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences , Loughborough University , Loughborough , UK
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- a Translational Chemical Biology Research Group, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences , Loughborough University , Loughborough , UK.,b National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences , Loughborough University , Loughborough , UK
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Armenta TC, Cole SW, Geschwind DH, Blumstein DT, Wayne RK. Gene expression shifts in yellow-bellied marmots prior to natal dispersal. Behav Ecol 2019; 30:267-277. [PMID: 30971856 PMCID: PMC6450206 DOI: 10.1093/beheco/ary175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2018] [Revised: 11/12/2018] [Accepted: 11/26/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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The causes and consequences of vertebrate natal dispersal have been studied extensively, yet little is known about the molecular mechanisms involved. We used RNA-seq to quantify transcriptomic gene expression in blood of wild yellow-bellied marmots (Marmota flaviventer) prior to dispersing from or remaining philopatric to their natal colony. We tested 3 predictions. First, we hypothesized dispersers and residents will differentially express genes and gene networks since dispersal is physiologically demanding. Second, we expected differentially expressed genes to be involved in metabolism, circadian processes, and immune function. Finally, in dispersing individuals, we predicted differentially expressed genes would change as a function of sampling date relative to dispersal date. We detected 150 differentially expressed genes, including genes that have critical roles in lipid metabolism and antigen defense. Gene network analysis revealed a module of 126 coexpressed genes associated with dispersal that was enriched for extracellular immune function. Of the dispersal-associated genes, 22 altered expression as a function of days until dispersal, suggesting that dispersal-associated genes do not initiate transcription on the same time scale. Our results provide novel insights into the fundamental molecular changes required for dispersal and suggest evolutionary conservation of functional pathways during this behavioral process.
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- Tiffany C Armenta
- Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory, Crested Butte, CO, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology-Oncology, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory, Crested Butte, CO, USA
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- Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Busquets-Cortés C, Capó X, Martorell M, Tur JA, Sureda A, Pons A. Training and acute exercise modulates mitochondrial dynamics in football players' blood mononuclear cells. Eur J Appl Physiol 2017; 117:1977-1987. [PMID: 28748372 DOI: 10.1007/s00421-017-3684-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2016] [Accepted: 07/10/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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PURPOSE Regular physical activity induces oxidative stress but also causes adaptations in antioxidant defences including the nuclear factor κB (NF-κB) pathway, which activates target genes related to antioxidant defences such as uncoupling proteins (UCPs), and mitochondrial biogenesis mediated by peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma coactivator 1-alpha (PGC-1α). The aim of the study was to determine the effect of long-term training and acute exercise on oxidant/antioxidant status and the expression of mitochondrial biogenesis genes in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs). METHODS Twelve professional football players performed an 8-week exercise programme comprising a daily 2-h football training session. Blood samples were taken before and after the training season. RESULTS The results reported a significant increase in antioxidant protein levels and in mitochondrial proteins in resting conditions after the 8-week training period. PGC1α, UCP-2 and mitofusin 2 protein levels also increased after acute exercise compared to pre-exercise levels. After the training, the expression of PGC1α, cytochrome c oxidase subunit IV and mitochondrial NADH dehydrogenase subunit 5 messenger RNA (mRNA) significantly augmented after the acute physical activity compared to pre-exercise levels; while no changes occurred in these mRNA in basal conditions. NF-κB activation and ROS production reported a significant increase after acute exercise. CONCLUSIONS Training increases the levels of proteins related to mitochondrial biogenesis and improves the antioxidant capabilities of mitochondria in PBMCs among well-trained football players. Acute exercise may act as an inducer of mitochondrial biogenesis through NF-κB activation and PGC1α gene expression.
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- Carla Busquets-Cortés
- Research Group on Community Nutrition and Oxidative Stress, Science Laboratory of Physical Activity, Department of Fundamental Biology and Health Sciences, University of Balearic Islands, 07122, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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- Research Group on Community Nutrition and Oxidative Stress, Science Laboratory of Physical Activity, Department of Fundamental Biology and Health Sciences, University of Balearic Islands, 07122, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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- Departamento de Nutrición y Dietética, Facultad de Farmacia, Universidad de Concepción, Chile, 4070386, Concepción, Chile
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- Research Group on Community Nutrition and Oxidative Stress, Science Laboratory of Physical Activity, Department of Fundamental Biology and Health Sciences, University of Balearic Islands, 07122, Palma de Mallorca, Spain.,CIBER: CB12/03/30038 Fisiopatología de la Obesidad la Nutrición, CIBEROBN, Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), University of Balearic Islands, 07122, Palma De Mallorca, Spain
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- Research Group on Community Nutrition and Oxidative Stress, Science Laboratory of Physical Activity, Department of Fundamental Biology and Health Sciences, University of Balearic Islands, 07122, Palma de Mallorca, Spain.,CIBER: CB12/03/30038 Fisiopatología de la Obesidad la Nutrición, CIBEROBN, Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), University of Balearic Islands, 07122, Palma De Mallorca, Spain
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- Research Group on Community Nutrition and Oxidative Stress, Science Laboratory of Physical Activity, Department of Fundamental Biology and Health Sciences, University of Balearic Islands, 07122, Palma de Mallorca, Spain. .,CIBER: CB12/03/30038 Fisiopatología de la Obesidad la Nutrición, CIBEROBN, Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), University of Balearic Islands, 07122, Palma De Mallorca, Spain.
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Ameer F, Munir R, Usman H, Rashid R, Shahjahan M, Hasnain S, Zaidi N. Lipid-load in peripheral blood mononuclear cells: Impact of food-consumption, dietary-macronutrients, extracellular lipid availability and demographic factors. Biochimie 2017; 135:104-110. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biochi.2017.01.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2016] [Accepted: 01/29/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Gjevestad GO, Hamarsland H, Raastad T, Ottestad I, Christensen JJ, Eckardt K, Drevon CA, Biong AS, Ulven SM, Holven KB. Gene expression is differentially regulated in skeletal muscle and circulating immune cells in response to an acute bout of high-load strength exercise. GENES AND NUTRITION 2017; 12:8. [PMID: 28270867 PMCID: PMC5335818 DOI: 10.1186/s12263-017-0556-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2016] [Accepted: 01/30/2017] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Background High-intensity exercise induces many metabolic responses. In is unknown whether the response in the peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) reflects the response in skeletal muscle and whether mRNA expression after exercise can be modulated by nutritional intake. The aims were to (i) investigate the effect of dairy proteins on acute responses to exercise in skeletal muscle and PBMCs measuring gene expression and (ii) compare this response in young and older subjects. Methods We performed two separate studies in young (20–40 years) and older subjects (≥70 years). Subjects were randomly allocated to a milk group or a whey group. Supplements were provided immediately after a standardized exercise session. We measured mRNA expression of selected genes after a standardized breakfast and 60/120 min after finishing the exercise, using RT-qPCR. Results We observed no significant differences in mRNA expression between the milk and the whey group; thus, we merged both groups for further analysis. The mRNA expression of IL6, TNF, and CCL2 in skeletal muscle increased significantly after exercise compared with smaller or no increase, in mRNA expression in PBMCs in all participants. The mRNA expression of IL1RN, IL8, and IL10 increased significantly in skeletal muscle and PBMCs. Some mRNA transcripts were differently regulated in older compared to younger participants in PBMCs. Conclusions An acute bout of heavy-load strength exercise, followed by protein supplementation, caused overlapping, but also unique, responses in skeletal muscle and PBMCs, suggesting tissue-specific functions in response to exercise. However, no different effects of the different protein supplements were observed. Altered mRNA expressions in PBMCs of older participants may affect regenerative mechanisms. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12263-017-0556-4) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Gyrd O Gjevestad
- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, P.O. Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Norway.,Centre for Research and Development, TINE SA, P.O. Box 7, Kalbakken, 0902 Oslo Norway
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- Department of Physical Performance, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, P.B. 4104 USA, 0806 Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Physical Performance, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, P.B. 4104 USA, 0806 Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, P.O. Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Norway
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, P.O. Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Norway.,The Lipid Clinic, Oslo University Hospital Rikshospitalet, P.O. Box 4950, Nydalen, 0424 Oslo Norway
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, P.O. Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Norway
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, P.O. Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Norway
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- Centre for Research and Development, TINE SA, P.O. Box 7, Kalbakken, 0902 Oslo Norway
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, P.O. Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Norway
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, P.O. Box 1046, Blindern, 0317 Norway.,National Advisory Unit on Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Department of Endocrinology, Morbid Obesity and Preventive Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, P.O. Box 4950, Nydalen, 0424 Oslo Norway
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Cifre M, Díaz-Rúa R, Varela-Calviño R, Reynés B, Pericás-Beltrán J, Palou A, Oliver P. Human peripheral blood mononuclear cell in vitro system to test the efficacy of food bioactive compounds: Effects of polyunsaturated fatty acids and their relation with BMI. Mol Nutr Food Res 2016; 61. [PMID: 27873461 DOI: 10.1002/mnfr.201600353] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2016] [Revised: 11/14/2016] [Accepted: 11/17/2016] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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SCOPE To analyse the usefulness of isolated human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC) to rapidly/easily reflect n-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LCPUFA) effects on lipid metabolism/inflammation gene profile, and evaluate if these effects are body mass index (BMI) dependent. METHODS AND RESULTS PBMC from normoweight (NW) and overweight/obese (OW/OB) subjects were incubated with physiological doses of docosahexaenoic (DHA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), or their combination. PBMC reflected increased beta-oxidation-like capacity (CPT1A expression) in OW/OB but only after DHA treatment. However, insensitivity to n-3 LCPUFA was evident in OW/OB for lipogenic genes: both PUFA diminished FASN and SREBP1C expression in NW, but no effect was observed for DHA in PBMC from high-BMI subjects. This insensitivity was also evident for inflammation gene profile: all treatments inhibited key inflammatory genes in NW; nevertheless, no effect was observed in OW/OB after DHA treatment, and EPA effect was impaired. SLC27A2, IL6 and TNFα PBMC expression analysis resulted especially interesting to determine obesity-related n-3 LCPUFA insensitivity. CONCLUSION A PBMC-based human in vitro system reflects n-3 LCPUFA effects on lipid metabolism/inflammation which is impaired in OW/OB. These results confirm the utility of PBMC ex vivo systems for bioactive-compound screening to promote functional food development and to establish appropriate dietary strategies for obese population.
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- Margalida Cifre
- Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Biotechnology, Universitat de les Illes Balears and CIBER de Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y Nutrición (CIBERobn), Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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- Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Biotechnology, Universitat de les Illes Balears and CIBER de Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y Nutrición (CIBERobn), Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Biotechnology, Universitat de les Illes Balears and CIBER de Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y Nutrición (CIBERobn), Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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- Research Group on Evidence, Lifestyles & Health, Universitat de les Illes Balears, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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- Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Biotechnology, Universitat de les Illes Balears and CIBER de Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y Nutrición (CIBERobn), Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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- Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Biotechnology, Universitat de les Illes Balears and CIBER de Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y Nutrición (CIBERobn), Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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Díaz-Rúa R, Palou A, Oliver P. Cpt1a gene expression in peripheral blood mononuclear cells as an early biomarker of diet-related metabolic alterations. Food Nutr Res 2016; 60:33554. [PMID: 27885970 PMCID: PMC5123217 DOI: 10.3402/fnr.v60.33554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2016] [Revised: 09/28/2016] [Accepted: 09/28/2016] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Research on biomarkers that provide early information about the development of future metabolic alterations is an emerging discipline. Gene expression analysis in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC) is a promising tool to identify subjects at risk of developing diet-related diseases. OBJECTIVE We analysed PBMC expression of key energy homeostasis-related genes in a time-course analysis in order to find out early markers of metabolic alterations due to sustained intake of high-fat (HF) and high-protein (HP) diets. DESIGN We administered HF and HP diets (4 months) to adult Wistar rats in isocaloric conditions to a control diet, mainly to avoid overweight associated with the intake of hyperlipidic diets and, thus, to be able to characterise markers of metabolically obese normal-weight (MONW) syndrome. PBMC samples were collected at different time points of dietary treatment and expression of relevant energy homeostatic genes analysed by real-time reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction. Serum parameters related with metabolic syndrome, as well as fat deposition in liver, were also analysed. RESULTS The most outstanding results were those obtained for the expression of the lipolytic gene carnitine palmitoyltransferase 1a (Cpt1a). Cpt1a expression in PBMC increased after only 1 month of exposure to both unbalanced diets, and this increased expression was maintained thereafter. Interestingly, in the case of the HF diet, Cpt1a expression was altered even in the absence of increased body weight but correlated with alterations such as higher insulin resistance, alteration of serum lipid profile and, particularly, increased fat deposition in liver, a feature characteristic of metabolic syndrome, which was even observed in animals fed with HP diet. CONCLUSIONS We propose Cpt1a gene expression analysis in PBMC as an early biomarker of metabolic alterations associated with MONW phenotype due to the intake of isocaloric HF diets, as well as a marker of increased risk of metabolic diseases associated with the intake of HF or HP diets.
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- Rubén Díaz-Rúa
- Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Biotechnology, Universitat de les Illes Balears and CIBER de Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y Nutrición (CIBERobn), Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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- Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Biotechnology, Universitat de les Illes Balears and CIBER de Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y Nutrición (CIBERobn), Palma de Mallorca, Spain;
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- Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Biotechnology, Universitat de les Illes Balears and CIBER de Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y Nutrición (CIBERobn), Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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Done AJ, Gage MJ, Nieto NC, Traustadóttir T. Exercise-induced Nrf2-signaling is impaired in aging. Free Radic Biol Med 2016; 96:130-8. [PMID: 27109910 DOI: 10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2016.04.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2016] [Revised: 04/18/2016] [Accepted: 04/19/2016] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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PURPOSE The transcription factor nuclear erythroid-2 like factor-2 (Nrf2) is the master regulator of antioxidant defense. Data from animal studies suggest exercise elicits significant increases in Nrf2 signaling, and that signaling is impaired with aging resulting in decreased induction of phase II detoxifying enzymes and greater susceptibility to oxidative damage. We have previously shown that older adults have lower resistance to an oxidative challenge as compared to young, and that this response is modified with physical fitness and phytonutrient intervention. We hypothesized that a single bout of submaximal exercise would elicit increased nuclear accumulation of Nrf2, and that this response to exercise would be attenuated with aging. METHODS Nrf2 signaling in response to 30-min cycling at 70% VO2max was compared in young (23±1y, n=10) and older (63±1, n=10) men. Blood was collected at six time points; pre-exercise, and 10min, 30min, 1h, 4h, and 24h post-exercise. Nrf2 signaling was determined in peripheral blood mononuclear cells by measuring protein expression by western blot of Nrf2 in whole cell and nuclear fractions, and whole cell SOD1, and HMOX, as well as gene expression (RT-PCR) of downstream Nrf2-ARE antioxidants SOD1, HMOX, and NQO1. RESULTS Baseline differences in protein expression did not differ between groups. The exercise trial elicited significant increase in whole cell Nrf2 (P=0.003) for both young and older groups. Nuclear Nrf2 levels were increased significantly in the young but not older group (P=0.031). Exercise elicited significant increases in gene expression of HMOX1 and NQO1 in the young (P=0.006, and P=0.055, respectively) whereas gene expression in the older adults was repressed. There were no significant differences in SOD1 or HMOX1 protein expression. CONCLUSION These findings indicate a single session of submaximal aerobic exercise is sufficient to activate Nrf2 at the whole cell level in both young and older adults, but that nuclear import is impaired with aging. Additionally we have shown repressed gene expression of downstream antioxidant targets of Nrf2 in older adults. Together these translational data demonstrate for the first time the attenuation of Nrf2 activity in response to exercise in older adults.
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- Aaron J Done
- Department of Biological Sciences, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Massachusetts, Lowell, United States
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ, United States
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ, United States.
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Laubenthal L, Hoelker M, Frahm J, Dänicke S, Gerlach K, Südekum KH, Sauerwein H, Häussler S. Mitochondrial DNA copy number and biogenesis in different tissues of early- and late-lactating dairy cows. J Dairy Sci 2016; 99:1571-1583. [DOI: 10.3168/jds.2015-9847] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2015] [Accepted: 10/08/2015] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Malik AN, Parsade CK, Ajaz S, Crosby-Nwaobi R, Gnudi L, Czajka A, Sivaprasad S. Altered circulating mitochondrial DNA and increased inflammation in patients with diabetic retinopathy. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 2015; 110:257-65. [PMID: 26625720 DOI: 10.1016/j.diabres.2015.10.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2015] [Revised: 08/21/2015] [Accepted: 10/02/2015] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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AIMS We previously showed that circulating mitochondrial DNA (MtDNA) levels are altered in diabetic nephropathy. The aim of the current study was to determine if circulating MtDNA levels are altered in patients with diabetic retinopathy. METHODS Patients with diabetes (n=220) were studied in a clinical setting using a cross-sectional study design as the following groups: DR-0 (no retinopathy, n=53), DR-m (mild non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy NPDR, n=98) and DR-s (severe proliferative diabetic retinopathy, n=69). MtDNA content in peripheral blood DNA was measured as the mitochondrial to nuclear genome ratio using real time qPCR. Circulating cytokines were measured using the luminex assay and MtDNA damage was assessed using PCR. Differences were considered significant at P<0.05. RESULTS Circulating MtDNA values were higher in DR-m compared to DR-0 (P=0.02) and decreased in DR-s compared to DR-m (P=0.001). These changes remained significant after adjusting for associated parameters. In parallel there were increased levels of circulating cytokines IL-4 (P=0.005) and TNF-α (P=0.02) in the DR-s group and increased MtDNA damage in DR-m patients compared to DR-0 (P=0.03). CONCLUSIONS Our data show that circulating MtDNA levels are independently associated with diabetic retinopathy, showing an increase in DR-m and decrease in DR-s with a parallel increase in MtDNA damage and inflammation. Hyperglycemia-induced changes in MtDNA in early diabetes may contribute to inflammation and progression of diabetic retinopathy. Longitudinal studies should be carried out to determine a potential causality of MtDNA in diabetic retinopathy.
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- Afshan N Malik
- King's College London, Diabetes Research Group, Division of Diabetes and Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, UK.
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- King's College London, Diabetes Research Group, Division of Diabetes and Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, UK
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- King's College London, Diabetes Research Group, Division of Diabetes and Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, UK
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- King's College London, Laser and Retinal Research Unit, Department of Ophthalmology, UK; King's College London, NIHR Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre, UK
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- King's College London, Cardiovascular Division, Faculty of Life Science & Medicine, UK
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- King's College London, Diabetes Research Group, Division of Diabetes and Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, UK
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- King's College London, Laser and Retinal Research Unit, Department of Ophthalmology, UK; King's College London, NIHR Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre, UK
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Matone A, O'Grada CM, Dillon ET, Morris C, Ryan MF, Walsh M, Gibney ER, Brennan L, Gibney MJ, Morine MJ, Roche HM. Body mass index mediates inflammatory response to acute dietary challenges. Mol Nutr Food Res 2015; 59:2279-92. [DOI: 10.1002/mnfr.201500184] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2015] [Revised: 07/27/2015] [Accepted: 08/06/2015] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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- Alice Matone
- The Microsoft Research; University of Trento Centre for Computational Systems Biology (COSBI); Rovereto Italy
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- Nutrigenomics Research Group; UCD Conway Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Research; School of Public Health and Population Science; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
- Institute of Food and Health; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
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- Nutrigenomics Research Group; UCD Conway Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Research; School of Public Health and Population Science; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
- Institute of Food and Health; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
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- Institute of Food and Health; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
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- Institute of Food and Health; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
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- Institute of Food and Health; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
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- Institute of Food and Health; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
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- Institute of Food and Health; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
- UCD Conway Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Research; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
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- Institute of Food and Health; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
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- The Microsoft Research; University of Trento Centre for Computational Systems Biology (COSBI); Rovereto Italy
- Department of Mathematics; University of Trento; Trento Italy
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- Nutrigenomics Research Group; UCD Conway Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Research; School of Public Health and Population Science; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
- Institute of Food and Health; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
- UCD Conway Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Research; University College Dublin; Belfield Dublin Ireland
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Czajka A, Ajaz S, Gnudi L, Parsade CK, Jones P, Reid F, Malik AN. Altered Mitochondrial Function, Mitochondrial DNA and Reduced Metabolic Flexibility in Patients With Diabetic Nephropathy. EBioMedicine 2015; 2:499-512. [PMID: 26288815 PMCID: PMC4534759 DOI: 10.1016/j.ebiom.2015.04.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 126] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2015] [Revised: 03/27/2015] [Accepted: 04/03/2015] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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The purpose of this study was to determine if mitochondrial dysfunction plays a role in diabetic nephropathy (DN), a kidney disease which affects > 100 million people worldwide and is a leading cause of renal failure despite therapy. A cross-sectional study comparing DN with diabetes patients without kidney disease (DC) and healthy controls (HCs); and renal mesangial cells (HMCs) grown in normal and high glucose, was carried out. Patients with diabetes (DC) had increased circulating mitochondrial DNA (MtDNA), and HMCs increased their MtDNA within 24 h of hyperglycaemia. The increased MtDNA content in DCs and HMCs was not functional as transcription was unaltered/down-regulated, and MtDNA damage was present. MtDNA was increased in DC compared to HC, conversely, patients with DN had lower MtDNA than DC. Hyperglycaemic HMCs had fragmented mitochondria and TLR9 pathway activation, and in diabetic patients, mitophagy was reduced. Despite MtDNA content and integrity changing within 4 days, hyperglycaemic HMCs had a normal bio-energetic profile until 8 days, after which mitochondrial metabolism was progressively impaired. Peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) from DN patients had reduced reserve capacity and maximal respiration, loss of metabolic flexibility and reduced Bioenergetic Health Index (BHI) compared to DC. Our data show that MtDNA changes precede bioenergetic dysfunction and that patients with DN have impaired mitochondrial metabolism compared to DC, leading us to propose that systemic mitochondrial dysfunction initiated by glucose induced MtDNA damage may be involved in the development of DN. Longitudinal studies are needed to define a potential cause–effect relationship between changes in MtDNA and bioenergetics in DN. Diabetic nephropathy may be a disease of acquired MtDNA damage and bioenergetic deficit. MtDNA content is increased in blood cells of diabetes patients and hyperglycaemic renal cells. Hyperglycaemia leads to renal cell MtDNA damage and subsequent bioenergetic dysfunction. Diabetic nephropathy patients have reduced circulating MtDNA , BHI and metabolic flexibility bioenergetic dysfunction and reduced metabolic flexibility and BHI.
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- Anna Czajka
- Diabetes Research Group, Division of Diabetes and Nutritional Science, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King's College London, SE1 1UL, UK
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- Diabetes Research Group, Division of Diabetes and Nutritional Science, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King's College London, SE1 1UL, UK
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- Diabetes Research Group, Division of Diabetes and Nutritional Science, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King's College London, SE1 1UL, UK
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- Diabetes Research Group, Division of Diabetes and Nutritional Science, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King's College London, SE1 1UL, UK
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- Department of Primary Care and Public Health Sciences
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- Diabetes Research Group, Division of Diabetes and Nutritional Science, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King's College London, SE1 1UL, UK
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Spitz J, Becquet V, Rosen DAS, Trites AW. A nutrigenomic approach to detect nutritional stress from gene expression in blood samples drawn from Steller sea lions. Comp Biochem Physiol A Mol Integr Physiol 2015; 187:214-23. [PMID: 25700740 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbpa.2015.02.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2014] [Revised: 02/04/2015] [Accepted: 02/08/2015] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Gene expression profiles are increasingly being used as biomarkers to detect the physiological responses of a number of species to disease, nutrition, and other stressors. However, little attention has been given to using gene expression to assess the stressors and physiological status of marine mammals. We sought to develop and validate a nutrigenomic approach to quantify nutritional stress in Steller sea lions (Eumetopias jubatus). We subjected 4 female Steller sea lions to 3 feeding regimes over 70-day trials (unrestricted food intake, acute nutritional stress, and chronic nutritional stress), and drew blood samples from each animal at the end of each feeding regime. We then extracted the RNA of white blood cells and measured the response of 8 genes known to react to diet restriction in terrestrial mammals. Overall, we found that the genomic response of Steller sea lions experiencing nutritional stress was consistent with how terrestrial mammals respond to dietary restrictions. Our nutritionally stressed sea lions down-regulated some cellular processes involved in immune response and oxidative stress, and up-regulated pro-inflammatory responses and metabolic processes. Nutrigenomics appears to be a promising means to monitor nutritional status and contribute to mitigation measures needed to assist in the recovery of Steller sea lions and other at-risk species of marine mammals.
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- Jérôme Spitz
- Marine Mammal Research Unit, Fisheries Centre, University of British Columbia, 2202 Main Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z4, Canada.
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- Littoral Environnement et Sociétés, UMR 7266 Université de La Rochelle/CNRS, 2 rue Olympe de Gouges, 17042 La Rochelle, Cedex, France
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- Marine Mammal Research Unit, Fisheries Centre, University of British Columbia, 2202 Main Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z4, Canada
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- Marine Mammal Research Unit, Fisheries Centre, University of British Columbia, 2202 Main Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z4, Canada
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Guénard F, Lamontagne M, Bossé Y, Deshaies Y, Cianflone K, Kral JG, Marceau P, Vohl MC. Influences of gestational obesity on associations between genotypes and gene expression levels in offspring following maternal gastrointestinal bypass surgery for obesity. PLoS One 2015; 10:e0117011. [PMID: 25603303 PMCID: PMC4300091 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0117011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2014] [Accepted: 12/17/2014] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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METHODS Whole-genome genotyping and gene expression analyses in blood of 22 BMS and 23 AMS offspring from 19 mothers were conducted using Illumina HumanOmni-5-Quad and HumanHT-12 v4 Expression BeadChips, respectively. Using PLINK we analyzed interactions between offspring gene variations and maternal surgical status on offspring gene expression levels. Altered biological functions and pathways were identified and visualized using DAVID and Ingenuity Pathway Analysis. RESULTS Significant interactions (p ≤ 1.22 x 10(-12)) were found for 525 among the 16,060 expressed transcripts: 1.9% of tested SNPs were involved. Gene function and pathway analysis demonstrated enrichment of transcription and of cellular metabolism functions and overrepresentation of cellular stress and signaling, immune response, inflammation, growth, proliferation and development pathways. CONCLUSION We suggest that impaired maternal gestational metabolic fitness interacts with offspring gene variations modulating gene expression levels, providing potential mechanisms explaining improved cardiometabolic risk profiles of AMS offspring related to ameliorated maternal lipid and carbohydrate metabolism.
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- Frédéric Guénard
- Institute of Nutrition and Functional Foods (INAF) and Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Laval University, Quebec, Canada
- Endocrinology and Nephrology, CHU de Quebec Research Center, Quebec, Canada
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- Quebec Heart and Lung Institute, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Molecular Medicine, Laval University, Quebec, Canada
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- Quebec Heart and Lung Institute, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Medicine, Laval University, Quebec, Canada
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- Quebec Heart and Lung Institute, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Medicine, Laval University, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York, United States of America
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- Quebec Heart and Lung Institute, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Surgery, Laval University, Quebec, Canada
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- Institute of Nutrition and Functional Foods (INAF) and Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Laval University, Quebec, Canada
- Endocrinology and Nephrology, CHU de Quebec Research Center, Quebec, Canada
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Chu A, Foster M, Hancock D, Bell-Anderson K, Petocz P, Samman S. TNF-α gene expression is increased following zinc supplementation in type 2 diabetes mellitus. GENES AND NUTRITION 2014; 10:440. [PMID: 25403095 DOI: 10.1007/s12263-014-0440-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2014] [Accepted: 10/28/2014] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Chronic low-grade inflammation in type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) can elicit changes in whole-body zinc metabolism. The interaction among the expression of inflammatory cytokines, zinc transporter and metallothionein (MT) genes in peripheral blood mononuclear cells in type 2 DM remains unclear. In a 12-week randomized controlled trial, the effects of zinc (40 mg/day) supplementation on the gene expression of cytokines, zinc transporters and MT in women with type 2 DM were examined. In the zinc-supplemented group, gene expression of tumour necrosis factor (TNF)-α tended to be upregulated by 27 ± 10 % at week 12 compared to baseline (P = 0.053). TNF-α fold change in the zinc-treated group was higher than in those without zinc supplementation (P < 0.05). No significant changes were observed in the expression or fold change of interleukin (IL)-1β or IL-6. Numerous bivariate relationships were observed between the fold changes of cytokines and zinc transporters, including ZnT7 with IL-1β (P < 0.01), IL-6 (P < 0.01) and TNF-α (P < 0.01). In multiple regression analysis, IL-1β expression was predicted by the expression of all zinc transporters and MT measured at baseline (r (2) = 0.495, P < 0.05) and at week 12 (r (2) = 0.532, P < 0.03). The current study presents preliminary evidence that zinc supplementation increases cytokine gene expression in type 2 DM. The relationships found among zinc transporters, MT and cytokines suggest close interactions between zinc homeostasis and inflammation.
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- Anna Chu
- Discipline of Nutrition and Metabolism, School of Molecular Bioscience, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia
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The intake of a high-fat diet and grape seed procyanidins induces gene expression changes in peripheral blood mononuclear cells of hamsters: capturing alterations in lipid and cholesterol metabolisms. GENES AND NUTRITION 2014; 10:438. [PMID: 25403094 DOI: 10.1007/s12263-014-0438-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2014] [Accepted: 10/23/2014] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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We previously demonstrated that hamsters that were fed either a standard diet (STD) or a high-fat diet (HFD) and treated with a grape seed procyanidin extract (GSPE) showed decreased adiposity and circulating levels of free fatty acids compared with hamsters treated with a vehicle (Caimari et al. in Int J Obes 37:576-83, 2013, doi: 10.1038/ijo.2012.75 ). Here, we tested whether the gene expression changes in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) can reflect these metabolic effects and the dyslipidaemia produced by the HFD feeding in the same cohort of animals. The mRNA levels of a subset of genes were also studied in the liver in order to evaluate the capacity of PBMCs to reflect the metabolic adaptations that occur in this organ. In PBMCs, we reported a simultaneous up-regulation of the lipid-related genes involved in both the anabolic (pparγ, acc1 and gpat) and the catabolic (pparα, ucp2, atgl and hsl) pathways in response to the GSPE treatment, similar but no identical to previous observations in retroperitoneal white adipose tissues of these animals. Furthermore, the key cholesterol metabolism genes srebp2 and ldlr were significantly down-regulated in PBMCs of both HFD-fed groups compared with the STD groups. Although the expression of srebp2 in the liver followed a similar pattern to that obtained in PBMCs, no comparable changes were found between the liver and PBMCs in the expression of most of the studied genes. In conclusion, our results highlight the potential of PBMCs as a high accessible tissue for the indirect study of cholesterol and adipose tissue metabolism dynamics.
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Myhrstad MCW, Ulven SM, Günther CC, Ottestad I, Holden M, Ryeng E, Borge GI, Kohler A, Brønner KW, Thoresen M, Holven KB. Fish oil supplementation induces expression of genes related to cell cycle, endoplasmic reticulum stress and apoptosis in peripheral blood mononuclear cells: a transcriptomic approach. J Intern Med 2014; 276:498-511. [PMID: 24641624 PMCID: PMC4263263 DOI: 10.1111/joim.12217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Fish oil supplementation has been shown to alter gene expression of mononuclear cells both in vitro and in vivo. However, little is known about the total transcriptome profile in healthy subjects after intake of fish oil. We therefore investigated the gene expression profile in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) after intake of fish oil for 7 weeks using transcriptome analyses. DESIGN In a 7-week, double-blinded, randomized, controlled, parallel-group study, healthy subjects received 8 g day(-1) fish oil (1.6 g day(-1) eicosapentaenoic acid + docosahexaenoic acid) (n = 17) or 8 g day(-1) high oleic sunflower oil (n = 19). Microarray analyses of RNA isolated from PBMCs were performed at baseline and after 7 weeks of intervention. RESULTS Cell cycle, DNA packaging and chromosome organization are biological processes found to be upregulated after intake of fish oil compared to high oleic sunflower oil using a moderated t-test. In addition, gene set enrichment analysis identified several enriched gene sets after intake of fish oil. The genes contributing to the significantly different gene sets in the subjects given fish oil compared with the control group are involved in cell cycle, endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress and apoptosis. Gene transcripts with common motifs for 35 known transcription factors including E2F, TP53 and ATF4 were upregulated after intake of fish oil. CONCLUSION We have shown that intake of fish oil for 7 weeks modulates gene expression in PBMCs of healthy subjects. The increased expression of genes related to cell cycle, ER stress and apoptosis suggests that intake of fish oil may modulate basic cellular processes involved in normal cellular function.
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- M C W Myhrstad
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Health, Nutrition and Management, Oslo and Akershus University College of Applied Sciences, Oslo, Norway
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Bouchard-Mercier A, Rudkowska I, Lemieux S, Couture P, Pérusse L, Vohl MC. SREBF1 gene variations modulate insulin sensitivity in response to a fish oil supplementation. Lipids Health Dis 2014; 13:152. [PMID: 25270430 PMCID: PMC4196000 DOI: 10.1186/1476-511x-13-152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2014] [Accepted: 09/27/2014] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND An important inter-individual variability in the response of insulin sensitivity following a fish oil supplementation has been observed. The objective was to examine the associations between single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) within sterol regulatory element binding transcription factor 1 (SREBF1) gene and the response of insulin sensitivity to a fish oil supplementation. METHODS Participants (n = 210) were recruited in the greater Quebec City area and followed a 6-week fish oil supplementation protocol (5 g/day: 1.9-2.2 g EPA; 1.1 g DHA). Insulin sensitivity was assessed by the quantitative insulin sensitivity check index (QUICKI). Three tag SNPs (tSNPs) within SREBF1 gene were genotyped according to TAQMAN methodology. RESULTS Three tSNPs (rs12953299, rs4925118 and rs4925115) covered 100% of the known genetic variability within SREBF1 gene. None of the three tSNPs was associated with either baseline fasting insulin concentrations (rs12953299, rs4925118 and rs4925115) (p = 0.29, p = 0.20 and p = 0.70, respectively) or QUICKI (p = 0.20, p = 0.18 and p = 0.76, respectively). The three tSNPs (rs12953299, rs4925118 and rs4925115) were associated with differences in the response of plasma insulin levels (p = 0.01, p = 0.005 and p = 0.004, respectively) and rs12953299 as well as rs4925115 were associated with the insulin sensitivity response (p = 0.009 and p = 0.01, respectively) to the fish oil supplementation, independently of the effects of age, sex and BMI. CONCLUSIONS The genetic variability within SREBF1 gene has an impact on the insulin sensitivity in response to a fish oil supplementation. TRIAL REGISTRATION clinicaltrials.gov: NCT01343342.
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- Institute of Nutrition and Functional Foods (INAF), Laval University, 2440 Hochelaga Blvd,, Quebec G1V 0A6, Canada.
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Tyrrell DJ, Bharadwaj MS, Van Horn CG, Kritchevsky SB, Nicklas BJ, Molina AJA. Respirometric Profiling of Muscle Mitochondria and Blood Cells Are Associated With Differences in Gait Speed Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults. J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci 2014; 70:1394-9. [PMID: 25030980 DOI: 10.1093/gerona/glu096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 75] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2014] [Accepted: 05/19/2014] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Gait speed provides an integrated measure of physical ability that is predictive of morbidity, disability, and mortality in older adults. Energy demands associated with walking suggest that mitochondrial bioenergetics may play a role in gait speed. Here, we examined the relationship between gait speed and skeletal muscle mitochondrial bioenergetics, and further evaluated whether blood-based bioenergetic profiling might have similar associations with gait speed. METHODS Participants in this study were comprised of two subsets (n = 17 per subset) and were overweight/obese (body mass index, 30.9 ± 2.37), well-functioning, community-dwelling older adults (69.1 ± 3.69 years) without major comorbidity. Gait speeds were calculated from a fast-paced 400 m walk test. Respiratory control ratios were measured from mitochondria isolated from leg skeletal muscle biopsies from one subset. Maximal respiration and spare respiratory capacity were measured from peripheral blood mononuclear cells from the other subset. RESULTS Individual differences in gait speed correlated directly with respiratory control ratio of mitochondria isolated from skeletal muscle (r = .536, p = .027) and with both maximal respiration and spare respiratory capacity of peripheral blood mononuclear cells (r = .585 and p = .014; r = .609 and p = .009, respectively). CONCLUSIONS The bioenergetic profile of mitochondria isolated from skeletal muscle is associated with gait speed in older adults. Blood-based bioenergetic profiling is also associated with gait speed and may provide an alternative measure of mitochondrial function.
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- Daniel J Tyrrell
- Sticht Center on Aging and Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatrics, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Sticht Center on Aging and Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatrics, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Sticht Center on Aging and Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatrics, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Sticht Center on Aging and Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatrics, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Sticht Center on Aging and Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatrics, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Sticht Center on Aging and Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatrics, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
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Zasada M, Kwinta P, Durlak W, Bik-Multanowski M, Madetko-Talowska A, Pietrzyk JJ. Development and maturation of the immune system in preterm neonates: results from a whole genome expression study. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2014; 2014:498318. [PMID: 24982884 PMCID: PMC4058491 DOI: 10.1155/2014/498318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2014] [Accepted: 05/12/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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To expand the knowledge about the consecutive expression of genes involved in the immune system development in preterm neonates and to verify if the environment changes the gene expression after birth we conducted a prospective study that included three cohorts: (A) extremely (gestational age (GA): 23-26 weeks; n = 41), (B) very (GA: 27-29 weeks; n = 39), and (C) moderately preterm infants (GA: 30-32 weeks; n = 33). Blood samples were drawn from the study participants on the 5th and 28th day of life (DOL). The mRNA samples were evaluated for gene expression with the use of GeneChip Human Gene 1.0ST microarrays. Differential expression analysis revealed small subsets of genes that presented positive or negative monotone trends in both the 5th (138 genes) and 28th DOL (308 genes) in the three subgroups of patients. Based on pathway enrichment analysis, we found that most of the pathways that revealed a positive monotone trend were involved in host immunity. The most significantly GA dependent pathways were T-cell receptor signaling pathway and intestinal immune network for IgA production. Overall 4431 genes were differentially expressed between the 5th and 28th DOL. Despite differences in gestational age, patients with the same postconceptional age have a very similar expression of genes.
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- Magdalena Zasada
- Department of Pediatrics, Polish-American Children's Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University, Wielicka 265, 30-663 Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Polish-American Children's Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University, Wielicka 265, 30-663 Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Polish-American Children's Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Polish-American Children's Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Polish-American Children's Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Polish-American Children's Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University, Wielicka 265, 30-663 Krakow, Poland
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Marlow G, Ellett S, Ferguson IR, Zhu S, Karunasinghe N, Jesuthasan AC, Han DY, Fraser AG, Ferguson LR. Transcriptomics to study the effect of a Mediterranean-inspired diet on inflammation in Crohn's disease patients. Hum Genomics 2013; 7:24. [PMID: 24283712 PMCID: PMC4174666 DOI: 10.1186/1479-7364-7-24] [Citation(s) in RCA: 118] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2013] [Accepted: 11/16/2013] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background Inflammation is an essential immune response; however, chronic inflammation results in disease including Crohn's disease. Therefore, reducing the inflammation can yield a significant health benefit, and one way to achieve this is through diet. We developed a Mediterranean-inspired anti-inflammatory diet and used this diet in a 6-week intervention in a Crohn's disease population. We examined changes in inflammation and also in the gut microbiota. We compared the results of established biomarkers, C-reactive protein and the micronuclei assay, of inflammation with results from a transcriptomic approach. Results Data showed that being on our diet for 6 weeks was able to reduce the established biomarkers of inflammation. However, using transcriptomics, we observed significant changes in gene expression. Although no single gene stood out, the cumulative effect of small changes in many genes combined to have a beneficial effect. Data also showed that our diet resulted in a trend of normalising the microbiota. Conclusions This study showed that our Mediterranean-inspired diet appeared to benefit the health of people with Crohn's disease. Our participants showed a trend for reduced markers of inflammation and normalising of the microbiota. The significant changes in gene expression after 6 weeks highlighted the increased sensitivity of using transcriptomics when compared to the established biomarkers and open up a new era of dietary intervention studies.
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- Discipline of Nutrition, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142, New Zealand.
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O'Grada CM, Morine MJ, Morris C, Ryan M, Dillon ET, Walsh M, Gibney ER, Brennan L, Gibney MJ, Roche HM. PBMCs reflect the immune component of the WAT transcriptome--implications as biomarkers of metabolic health in the postprandial state. Mol Nutr Food Res 2013; 58:808-20. [PMID: 24170299 DOI: 10.1002/mnfr.201300182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2013] [Revised: 08/19/2013] [Accepted: 08/21/2013] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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SCOPE Food and nutrition studies often require accessing metabolically active tissues, including adipose tissue. This can involve invasive biopsy procedures that can be a limiting factor in study design. In contrast, peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) are a population of circulating immune cells that are easily accessible through venipuncture. As transcriptomics is of growing importance in food and metabolism research, understanding the transcriptomic relationship between these tissue types can provide insight into the utility of PBMCs in this field. METHODS AND RESULTS We examine this relationship within eight subjects, in two postprandial states (following oral lipid tolerance test and oral glucose tolerance test). Multivariate analysis techniques were used to examine variation between tissues, samples, and subjects in order to define which genes havecommon/disparate expression profiles associated with highly defined metabolic phenotypes. We demonstrate global similarities in gene expression between PBMCs and white adipose tissue, irrespective of the metabolic challenge type. Closer examination of individual genes revealed this similarity to be strongest in pathways related to immune response/inflammation. Notably, the expression of metabolism-related nuclear receptors, including PPARs, LXR, etc. was discordant between tissues CONCLUSION The PBMC transcriptome may therefore provide a unique insight into the inflammatory component of metabolic health, as opposed to directly reflecting the metabolic component of the adipose tissue transcriptome.
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- Colm M O'Grada
- Nutrigenomics Research Group, UCD Conway Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Research, School of Public Health and Population Science, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin, Ireland; Institute of Food and Health, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin, Ireland
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Gene expression profiling in preterm infants: new aspects of bronchopulmonary dysplasia development. PLoS One 2013; 8:e78585. [PMID: 24194948 PMCID: PMC3806835 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0078585] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2011] [Accepted: 09/23/2013] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Rationale Bronchopulmonary dysplasia is one of the most serious complications observed in premature infants. Thanks to microarray technique, expression of nearly all human genes can be reliably evaluated. Objective To compare whole genome expression in the first month of life in groups of infants with and without bronchopulmonary dysplasia. Methods 111 newborns were included in the study. The mean birth weight was 1029g (SD:290), and the mean gestational age was 27.8 weeks (SD:2.5). Blood samples were drawn from the study participants on the 5th, 14th and 28th day of life. The mRNA samples were evaluated for gene expression with the use of GeneChip® Human Gene 1.0 ST microarrays. The infants were divided into two groups: bronchopulmonary dysplasia (n=68) and control (n=43). Results Overall 2086 genes were differentially expressed on the day 5, only 324 on the day 14 and 3498 on the day 28. Based on pathway enrichment analysis we found that the cell cycle pathway was up-regulated in the bronchopulmonary dysplasia group. The activation of this pathway does not seem to be related with the maturity of the infant. Four pathways related to inflammatory response were continuously on the 5th, 14th and 28th day of life down-regulated in the bronchopulmonary dysplasia group. However, the expression of genes depended on both factors: immaturity and disease severity. The most significantly down-regulated pathway was the T cell receptor signaling pathway. Conclusion The results of the whole genome expression study revealed alteration of the expression of nearly 10% of the genome in bronchopulmonary dysplasia patients.
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Guénard F, Tchernof A, Deshaies Y, Cianflone K, Kral JG, Marceau P, Vohl MC. Methylation and expression of immune and inflammatory genes in the offspring of bariatric bypass surgery patients. J Obes 2013; 2013:492170. [PMID: 23840945 PMCID: PMC3693160 DOI: 10.1155/2013/492170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2013] [Revised: 05/17/2013] [Accepted: 05/22/2013] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Maternal obesity, excess weight gain and overnutrition during pregnancy increase risks of obesity, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and cardiovascular disease in the offspring. Maternal biliopancreatic diversion is an effective treatment for severe obesity and is beneficial for offspring born after maternal surgery (AMS). These offspring exhibit lower severe obesity prevalence and improved cardiometabolic risk factors including inflammatory marker compared to siblings born before maternal surgery (BMS). OBJECTIVE To assess relationships between maternal bariatric surgery and the methylation/expression of genes involved in the immune and inflammatory pathways. METHODS A differential gene methylation analysis was conducted in a sibling cohort of 25 BMS and 25 AMS offspring from 20 mothers. Following differential gene expression analysis (23 BMS and 23 AMS), pathway analysis was conducted. Correlations between gene methylation/expression and circulating inflammatory markers were computed. RESULTS Five immune and inflammatory pathways with significant overrepresentation of both differential gene methylation and expression were identified. In the IL-8 pathway, gene methylation correlated with both gene expression and plasma C-reactive protein levels. CONCLUSION These results suggest that improvements in cardiometabolic risk markers in AMS compared to BMS offspring may be mediated through differential methylation of genes involved in immune and inflammatory pathways.
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- Frédéric Guénard
- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Institute of Nutrition and Functional Foods (INAF), Laval University, Québec, QC, Canada G1V 0A6
- Endocrinology and Nephrology, CHU de Québec Research Center, Québec, QC, Canada G1V 4G2
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- Endocrinology and Nephrology, CHU de Québec Research Center, Québec, QC, Canada G1V 4G2
- Québec Heart and Lung Institute, Québec, QC, Canada G1V 4G5
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- Québec Heart and Lung Institute, Québec, QC, Canada G1V 4G5
- Department of Medicine, Laval University, Québec, QC, Canada G1V 0A6
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- Québec Heart and Lung Institute, Québec, QC, Canada G1V 4G5
- Department of Medicine, Laval University, Québec, QC, Canada G1V 0A6
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- Department of Surgery, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY 11203, USA
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- Québec Heart and Lung Institute, Québec, QC, Canada G1V 4G5
- Department of Surgery, Laval University, Québec, QC, Canada G1V 0A6
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Institute of Nutrition and Functional Foods (INAF), Laval University, Québec, QC, Canada G1V 0A6
- Endocrinology and Nephrology, CHU de Québec Research Center, Québec, QC, Canada G1V 4G2
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Rudkowska I, Paradis AM, Thifault E, Julien P, Barbier O, Couture P, Lemieux S, Vohl MC. Differences in metabolomic and transcriptomic profiles between responders and non-responders to an n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) supplementation. GENES AND NUTRITION 2012; 8:411-23. [PMID: 23250786 DOI: 10.1007/s12263-012-0328-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2012] [Accepted: 11/27/2012] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Studies have demonstrated large within-population heterogeneity in plasma triacylglycerol (TG) response to n-3 PUFA supplementation. The objective of the study was to compare metabolomic and transcriptomic profiles of responders and non-responders of an n-3 PUFA supplementation. Thirty subjects completed a 2-week run-in period followed by a 6-week supplementation with n-3 PUFA (3 g/d). Six subjects did not lower their plasma TG (+9 %) levels (non-responders) and were matched to 6 subjects who lowered TG (-41 %) concentrations (responders) after the n-3 PUFA supplementation. Pre-n-3 PUFA supplementation characteristics did not differ between the non-responders and responders except for plasma glucose concentrations. In responders, changes were observed for plasma hexose concentrations, docosahexaenoic acid, stearoyl-CoA-desaturase-18 ratio, and the extent of saturation of glycerophosphatidylcholine after n-3 PUFA supplementation; however, no change in these parameters was observed in non-responders. Transcriptomic profiles after n-3 PUFA supplementation indicate changes in glycerophospholipid metabolism in both subgroups and sphingolipid metabolism in non-responders. Six key genes in lipid metabolism: fatty acid desaturase 2, phospholipase A2 group IVA, arachidonate 15-lipoxygenase, phosphatidylethanolamine N-methyltransferase, monoglyceride lipase, and glycerol-3-phosphate acyltransferase, were expressed in opposing direction between subgroups. In sum, results highlight key differences in lipid metabolism of non-responders compared to responders after an n-3 PUFA supplementation, which may explain the inter-individual variability in plasma TG response.
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- Iwona Rudkowska
- Institute of Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods (INAF), Laval University, Pavillon des Services, 2440, Boulevard Hochelaga, Quebec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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Malik AN, Czajka A. Is mitochondrial DNA content a potential biomarker of mitochondrial dysfunction? Mitochondrion 2012; 13:481-92. [PMID: 23085537 DOI: 10.1016/j.mito.2012.10.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 339] [Impact Index Per Article: 28.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2012] [Revised: 10/10/2012] [Accepted: 10/11/2012] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Mitochondrial dysfunction is central to numerous diseases of oxidative stress. Changes in mitochondrial DNA (MtDNA) content, often measured as mitochondrial genome to nuclear genome ratio (Mt/N) using real time quantitative PCR, have been reported in a broad range of human diseases, such as diabetes and its complications, obesity, cancer, HIV complications, and ageing. We propose the hypothesis that MtDNA content in body fluids and tissues could be a biomarker of mitochondrial dysfunction and review the evidence supporting this theory. Increased reactive oxygen species resulting from an external trigger such as hyperglycaemia or increased fat in conditions of oxidative stress could lead to enhanced mitochondrial biogenesis, and increased Mt/N. Altered MtDNA levels may contribute to enhanced oxidative stress and inflammation and could play a pathogenic role in mitochondrial dysfunction and disease. Changes in Mt/N are detectable in circulating cells such as peripheral blood mononuclear cells and these could be used as surrogate to predict global changes in tissues and organs. We review a large number of studies reporting changes in MtDNA levels in body fluids such as circulating blood cells, cell free serum, saliva, sperm, and cerebrospinal fluid as well as in tumour and normal tissue samples. However, the data are often conflicting as the current methodology used to measure Mt/N can give false results because of one or more of the following reasons (1) use of mitochondrial primers which co-amplify nuclear pseudogenes (2) use of nuclear genes which are variable and/or duplicated in numerous locations (3) a dilution bias caused by the differing genome sizes of the mitochondrial and nuclear genome and (4) template preparation protocols which affect the yields of nuclear and mitochondrial genomes. Development of robust and reproducible methodology is needed to test the hypothesis that MtDNA content in body fluids is biomarker of mitochondrial dysfunction.
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- Afshan N Malik
- Diabetes Research Group, Division of Diabetes and Nutritional Sciences, School of Medicine, King's college London, London, UK.
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de Mello VDF, Kolehmanien M, Schwab U, Pulkkinen L, Uusitupa M. Gene expression of peripheral blood mononuclear cells as a tool in dietary intervention studies: What do we know so far? Mol Nutr Food Res 2012; 56:1160-72. [PMID: 22610960 DOI: 10.1002/mnfr.201100685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 125] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2011] [Revised: 03/01/2012] [Accepted: 03/11/2012] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) generally refer to monocytes and lymphocytes, representing cells of the innate and adaptive immune systems. PBMCs are a promising target tissue in the field of nutrigenomics because they seem to reflect the effects of dietary modifications at the level of gene expression. In this review, we describe and discuss the scientific literature concerning the use of gene expression at the mRNA level measured from PBMCs in dietary interventions studies conducted in humans. A search of literature was undertaken using PubMed (last assessed November 24, 2011) and 20 articles were selected for discussion. Currently, results from these studies showed that PBMCs seem to reflect liver environment and complement adipose tissue findings in transcriptomics. PBMC gene expression after dietary intervention studies can be used for studying the response of certain genes related to fatty acid and cholesterol metabolism, and to explore the response of dietary interventions in relation to inflammation. However, PBMC transcriptomics from dietary intervention studies have not resulted yet in clear confirmation of candidate genes related to disease risk. Use of microarray technology in larger well-designed dietary intervention studies is still needed for exploring PBMC potential in the field of nutrigenomics.
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- Vanessa Derenji Ferreira de Mello
- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland.
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Crohn's disease is a chronic relapsing condition that has no certain cure. Both genetic susceptibility and nutrition have key roles, but their level of involvement varies between patients. Interacting gene pathways influence the probability of disease development, but these are affected by stress and various environmental factors, including diet. In addition, the role of the gut microbiome must not be underestimated, as it is substantially altered in patients with Crohn's disease. Although an elemental diet might lead to disease remission, reintroducing real foods and sustainable diets in patients with Crohn's disease is currently difficult, and would benefit from the sensitivity and rapid feedback provided by the field of nutrigenomics. Nutrigenomics utilizes high-throughput genomics technologies to reveal changes in gene and protein expression that are modulated by the patient's nutrition. The most widely used technique thus far is transcriptomics, which permits measurement of changes in the expression of thousands of genes simultaneously in one sample. Given the volume of numbers generated in such studies, data-basing and bioinformatics are essential to ensure the correct application of nutrigenomics at the population level. These methods have been successfully applied to animal models of Crohn's disease, and the time is right to move them to human studies.
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- Lynnette R Ferguson
- Discipline of Nutrition, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland, New Zealand.
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