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Zhou Y, Xie Y, Wang Z, Wang C, Wang Q. Effects of a novel medium-long-medium-type structured lipid synthesized using a two-step enzymatic method on lipid metabolism and obesity protection in experimental mice. Food Sci Nutr 2023; 11:4516-4529. [PMID: 37576038 PMCID: PMC10420773 DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.3410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2021] [Revised: 04/13/2023] [Accepted: 04/22/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2023] Open
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We synthesized a novel, structured lipid containing caprylic acid at its sn-1,3 position and docosahexaenoic acid at its sn-2 position (1,3C-2D-TAG) by using a two-step enzymatic method and then investigated the relationship between the types of fatty acids in the structured lipid and their physiological functions. Furthermore, we compared the effects of similarly structured lipids on postprandial lipid metabolism and obesity protection. The results revealed that the novel structured lipid synthesized using the enzymatic method not only exhibited better physical properties than traditional oils but also had high oxidation stability and crystallization degree. In terms of physiological function, the low-dose 1,3C-2D-TAG group exhibited higher cholesterol and triglyceride levels, lower kidney weight or body weight, and higher serum aspartate aminotransferase and blood urea nitrogen levels than control group, whereas the high-dose 1,3C-2D-TAG group exhibited higher triglyceride levels. Moreover, the medium-dose 1,3C-2D-TAG group had remarkably higher high-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels and lower low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels than the high-lipid, control, and 1,2,3C-TAG groups; however, the cholesterol and triglyceride levels and kidney and liver functions did not differ significantly among these groups. The study results suggest that 1,3C-2D-TAG can not only facilitate the effective utilization of the energy supplied by medium-chain fatty acids but also help overcome difficulties in the absorption of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids.
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- Yahan Zhou
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Food Nutrition and Human Health Beijing Technology and Business University Beijing China
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- Key Laboratory of Lipid Resources Utilization and Children's Daily Chemicals Chongqing University of Education Chongqing China
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- Key Laboratory of Lipid Resources Utilization and Children's Daily Chemicals Chongqing University of Education Chongqing China
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- Key Laboratory of Lipid Resources Utilization and Children's Daily Chemicals Chongqing University of Education Chongqing China
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- Key Laboratory of Lipid Resources Utilization and Children's Daily Chemicals Chongqing University of Education Chongqing China
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Antioxidant, hypolipidemic and hypoglycemic effect of red wine in wistar rats fed with obesogenic diet. FOOD BIOSCI 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fbio.2022.101671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Saleh HA, Yousef MH, Abdelnaser A. The Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Phytochemicals and Their Effects on Epigenetic Mechanisms Involved in TLR4/NF-κB-Mediated Inflammation. Front Immunol 2021; 12:606069. [PMID: 33868227 PMCID: PMC8044831 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2021.606069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2020] [Accepted: 03/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Innate immune response induces positive inflammatory transducers and regulators in order to attack pathogens, while simultaneously negative signaling regulators are transcribed to maintain innate immune homeostasis and to avoid persistent inflammatory immune responses. The gene expression of many of these regulators is controlled by different epigenetic modifications. The remarkable impact of epigenetic changes in inducing or suppressing inflammatory signaling is being increasingly recognized. Several studies have highlighted the interplay of histone modification, DNA methylation, and post-transcriptional miRNA-mediated modifications in inflammatory diseases, and inflammation-mediated tumorigenesis. Targeting these epigenetic alterations affords the opportunity of attenuating different inflammatory dysregulations. In this regard, many studies have identified the significant anti-inflammatory properties of distinct naturally-derived phytochemicals, and revealed their regulatory capacity. In the current review, we demonstrate the signaling cascade during the immune response and the epigenetic modifications that take place during inflammation. Moreover, we also provide an updated overview of phytochemicals that target these mechanisms in macrophages and other experimental models, and go on to illustrate the effects of these phytochemicals in regulating epigenetic mechanisms and attenuating aberrant inflammation.
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- Haidy A. Saleh
- Department of Chemistry, School of Sciences and Engineering, The American University in Cairo, Cairo, Egypt
- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, The British University in Egypt, Cairo, Egypt
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- Biotechnology Graduate Program, School of Sciences and Engineering, The American University in Cairo, Cairo, Egypt
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- Institute of Global Public Health, School of Sciences and Engineering, The American University in Cairo, Cairo, Egypt
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Biological potential of hydroalcoholic extracts of Physalis pubescens L. BIOCATALYSIS AND AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bcab.2020.101895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Bioactive and functional compounds of mixed beverages based on fruits and vegetables. SN APPLIED SCIENCES 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s42452-019-1822-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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da Silva CS, Monteiro CRDA, da Silva GHF, Sarni ROS, Souza FIS, Feder D, Messias MCF, Carvalho PDO, Alberici RM, Cunha IB, Eberlin MN, Rosa PCP, Fonseca FLA. Assessing the Metabolic Impact of Ground Chia Seed in Overweight and Obese Prepubescent Children: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial. J Med Food 2020; 23:224-232. [DOI: 10.1089/jmf.2019.0055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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- Camila Saran da Silva
- ABC Medical University Center (FMABC), Department of Clinical Analyzes, Santo André, SP, Brazil
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- ABC Medical University Center (FMABC), Department of Clinical Analyzes, Santo André, SP, Brazil
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- ThoMSon Mass Spectrometry Laboratory, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- ThoMSon Mass Spectrometry Laboratory, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- ThoMSon Mass Spectrometry Laboratory, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- University of Campinas, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Unicamp, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- ABC Medical University Center (FMABC), Department of Clinical Analyzes, Santo André, SP, Brazil
- Federal University of SP, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Diadema, SP, Brazil
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Balbi MDA, Crivellenti LC, Zuccolotto DCC, Franco LJ, Sartorelli DS. The relationship of flavonoid intake during pregnancy with excess body weight and gestational diabetes mellitus. ARCHIVES OF ENDOCRINOLOGY AND METABOLISM 2019; 63:241-249. [PMID: 31166364 PMCID: PMC10522197 DOI: 10.20945/2359-3997000000143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2018] [Accepted: 04/08/2019] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the relationship of flavonoid intake during pregnancy with maternal excessive body weight and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). SUBJECTS AND METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted among 785 adult women in singleton pregnancies, and data were collected at the time of the oral glucose tolerance test. For the body mass index (BMI) classification according to the gestational age, the criteria of Atalah was used, and the diagnosis of GDM was based on the World Health Organization of 2014. Two 24-hour dietary recalls were obtained, and the usual intake was determined by the Multiple Source Method. Adjusted multinomial logistic regression was used to investigate the relationship of the flavonoids with overweight and obesity, and adjusted non-conditional logistic regression for the relationship of the flavonoids with GDM. RESULTS The mean (SD) age of the women was 28 (5) years, 32.1% were overweight, 24.6% were obese and 17.7% were diagnosed with GDM. The median (P25, P75) of total flavonoid intake was 50 (31,75) mg/day. Considering the eutrophic women as the reference, the pregnant women with a higher total flavonoid intake [OR 0.62 (95% CI 0.38; 0.96)] and anthocyanidin intake [OR 0.62 (95% CI 0.40; 0.99)] were less likely to be obese when compared to the women with lower intakes. No association of the flavonoids intake with overweight or GDM was found. CONCLUSION A very low intake of flavonoids was observed. The data suggest that the intake of foods naturally rich in total flavonoids and anthocyanidin has a beneficial role regarding obesity among pregnant women.
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- Mariana de Andrade Balbi
- Universidade de São PauloUniversidade de São PauloFaculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto (FMRP)Programa de Pós-Graduação em Saúde PúblicaRibeirão PretoSPBrasilPrograma de Pós-Graduação em Saúde Pública, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto (FMRP), Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil
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- Universidade de São PauloUniversidade de São PauloFaculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto (FMRP)Programa de Pós-Graduação em Saúde PúblicaRibeirão PretoSPBrasilPrograma de Pós-Graduação em Saúde Pública, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto (FMRP), Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil
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- Universidade de São PauloUniversidade de São PauloFaculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto (FMRP)Programa de Pós-Graduação em Saúde PúblicaRibeirão PretoSPBrasilPrograma de Pós-Graduação em Saúde Pública, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto (FMRP), Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil
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- Universidade de São PauloUniversidade de São PauloFaculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto (FMRP)Departamento de Medicina SocialRibeirão PretoSPBrasilDepartamento de Medicina Social, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto (FMRP), Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil
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- Universidade de São PauloUniversidade de São PauloFaculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto (FMRP)Departamento de Medicina SocialRibeirão PretoSPBrasilDepartamento de Medicina Social, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto (FMRP), Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil
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Effect of gamma radiation processing on turmeric: Antioxidant activity and curcumin content. Radiat Phys Chem Oxf Engl 1993 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.radphyschem.2018.07.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Quintanilha BJ, Reis BZ, Duarte GBS, Cozzolino SMF, Rogero MM. Nutrimiromics: Role of microRNAs and Nutrition in Modulating Inflammation and Chronic Diseases. Nutrients 2017; 9:nu9111168. [PMID: 29077020 PMCID: PMC5707640 DOI: 10.3390/nu9111168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 79] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2017] [Revised: 10/22/2017] [Accepted: 10/23/2017] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Nutrimiromics studies the influence of the diet on the modification of gene expression due to epigenetic processes related to microRNAs (miRNAs), which may affect the risk for the development of chronic diseases. miRNAs are a class of non-coding endogenous RNA molecules that are usually involved in post-transcriptional gene silencing by inducing mRNA degradation or translational repression by binding to a target messenger RNA. They can be controlled by environmental and dietary factors, particularly by isolated nutrients or bioactive compounds, indicating that diet manipulation may hold promise as a therapeutic approach in modulating the risk of chronic diseases. This review summarizes the evidence regarding the influence of nutrients and bioactive compounds on the expression of miRNAs related to inflammation and chronic disease in several models (cell culture, animal models, and human trials).
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- Bruna J Quintanilha
- Nutritional Genomics and Inflammation Laboratory, Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, University of São Paulo, 01246-904 São Paulo, Brazil.
- Food Research Center (FoRC), 05508-000 São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Nutrition and Minerals Laboratory, Department of Food and Experimental Nutrition, University of São Paulo, 05508-000 São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Nutrition and Minerals Laboratory, Department of Food and Experimental Nutrition, University of São Paulo, 05508-000 São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Nutrition and Minerals Laboratory, Department of Food and Experimental Nutrition, University of São Paulo, 05508-000 São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Nutritional Genomics and Inflammation Laboratory, Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, University of São Paulo, 01246-904 São Paulo, Brazil.
- Food Research Center (FoRC), 05508-000 São Paulo, Brazil.
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Fagundes GE, Damiani AP, Borges GD, Teixeira KO, Jesus MM, Daumann F, Ramlov F, Carvalho T, Leffa DD, Rohr P, Moraes De Andrade V. Effect of green juice and their bioactive compounds on genotoxicity induced by alkylating agents in mice. JOURNAL OF TOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH. PART A 2017; 80:756-766. [PMID: 28850003 DOI: 10.1080/15287394.2017.1357307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Kale juice (Brassica oleracea L. var. acephala D.C.) is a reliable source of dietary carotenoids and typically contains the highest concentrations of lutein (LT) and beta-carotene (BC) among green leafy vegetables. As a result of their antioxidant properties, dietary carotenoids are postulated to decrease the risk of disease occurrence, particularly certain cancers. The present study aimed to (1) examine the genotoxic and antigenotoxic activity of natural and commercially available juices derived from Brassica oleracea and (2) assess influence of LT or BC against DNA damage induced by alkylating agents such as methyl methanesulfonate (MS) or cyclophosphamide (CP) in vivo in mice. Male Swiss mice were divided into groups of 6 animals, which were treated with water, natural, or commercial Brassica oleraceae juices (kale), LT, BC, MMS, or CP. After treatment, DNA damage was determined in peripheral blood lymphocytes using the comet assay. Results demonstrated that none of the Brassica oleraceae juices or carotenoids produced genotoxic effects. In all examined cell types, kale juices or carotenoids inhibited DNA damage induced by MMS or CP administered either pre- or posttreatment by 50 and 20%, respectively. Under our experimental conditions, kale leaf juices alone exerted no marked genotoxic or clastogenic effects. However, a significant decrease in DNA damage induced by MMS or CP was noted. This effect was most pronounced in groups that received juices, rather than carotenoids, suggesting that the synergy among constituents present in the food matrix may be more beneficial than the action of single compounds. Data suggest that the antigenotoxic properties of kale juices may be of therapeutic importance.
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- Gabriela Elibio Fagundes
- a Laboratory of Cellular and Molecular Biology (LABIM), Post-graduate Program in Health Sciences University of the Extreme South of Santa Catarina (UNESC) , Criciúma , SC , Brazil
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- a Laboratory of Cellular and Molecular Biology (LABIM), Post-graduate Program in Health Sciences University of the Extreme South of Santa Catarina (UNESC) , Criciúma , SC , Brazil
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- a Laboratory of Cellular and Molecular Biology (LABIM), Post-graduate Program in Health Sciences University of the Extreme South of Santa Catarina (UNESC) , Criciúma , SC , Brazil
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- a Laboratory of Cellular and Molecular Biology (LABIM), Post-graduate Program in Health Sciences University of the Extreme South of Santa Catarina (UNESC) , Criciúma , SC , Brazil
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- a Laboratory of Cellular and Molecular Biology (LABIM), Post-graduate Program in Health Sciences University of the Extreme South of Santa Catarina (UNESC) , Criciúma , SC , Brazil
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- a Laboratory of Cellular and Molecular Biology (LABIM), Post-graduate Program in Health Sciences University of the Extreme South of Santa Catarina (UNESC) , Criciúma , SC , Brazil
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- b Laboratory of Plant Morphogenesis and Biochemistry, Department of Botany , Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) , Florianópolis , SC , Brazil
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- b Laboratory of Plant Morphogenesis and Biochemistry, Department of Botany , Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) , Florianópolis , SC , Brazil
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- a Laboratory of Cellular and Molecular Biology (LABIM), Post-graduate Program in Health Sciences University of the Extreme South of Santa Catarina (UNESC) , Criciúma , SC , Brazil
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- a Laboratory of Cellular and Molecular Biology (LABIM), Post-graduate Program in Health Sciences University of the Extreme South of Santa Catarina (UNESC) , Criciúma , SC , Brazil
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- a Laboratory of Cellular and Molecular Biology (LABIM), Post-graduate Program in Health Sciences University of the Extreme South of Santa Catarina (UNESC) , Criciúma , SC , Brazil
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Katashima CK, Silva VR, Gomes TL, Pichard C, Pimentel GD. Ursolic acid and mechanisms of actions on adipose and muscle tissue: a systematic review. Obes Rev 2017; 18:700-711. [PMID: 28335087 DOI: 10.1111/obr.12523] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2016] [Revised: 01/21/2017] [Accepted: 01/22/2017] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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This systematic review aimed at addressing the ursolic acid actions as an adjunctive treatment of the obesity-mediated metabolic abnormalities. To explore our aims, we used the literature search including clinical and animal studies using the Medline and Google Scholar (up to December 2015). Out of 63 screened studies, 17 presented eligibility criteria, such as the use of ursolic acid on adiposity, energy expenditure and skeletal muscle mass in mice and humans. In the literature, we found that several physiological and molecular mechanisms are implicated in the effects of ursolic acid on obesity, energy expenditure, hepatic steatosis, skeletal muscle mass loss and physical fitness, such as (1) increase of thermogenesis by modulation adipocyte transcription factors, activation of 5' adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase and overexpression of the uncoupling protein 1 thermogenic marker; (2) enhancement of skeletal muscle mass by activation in bloodstream growth hormone and insulin-like growth factor-1 concentrations secretion, as well as in the activation of mammalian target of rapamycin and inhibition of ring-finger protein-1; and (3) improvement of physical fitness by skeletal muscle proliferator-activated receptor gamma co-activator alpha and sirtuin 1 expression. Therefore, supplementation with ursolic acid may be an adjunctive therapy for prevention and treatment of obesity-mediated and muscle mass-mediated metabolic consequences.
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- Clinical and Sports Nutrition Research Laboratory (Labince), School of Nutrition (FANUT), Federal University of Goias (UFG), Goiânia, GO, Brazil
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- Nutrition Unit, Geneva University Hospital, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Clinical and Sports Nutrition Research Laboratory (Labince), School of Nutrition (FANUT), Federal University of Goias (UFG), Goiânia, GO, Brazil
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Santos RO, Silva MVF, Nascimento KO, Batista ALD, Moraes J, Andrade MM, Andrade LGZS, Khosravi-Darani K, Freitas MQ, Raices RSL, Silva MC, Barbosa Junior JL, Barbosa MIMJ, Cruz AG. Prebiotic flours in dairy food processing: Technological and sensory implications. INT J DAIRY TECHNOL 2017. [DOI: 10.1111/1471-0307.12394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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- Renata O Santos
- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro (UFRRJ); Departamento de Tecnologia de Alimentos (DTA); 23890-000 Seropédica Rio de Janeiro Brasil
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro (UFRRJ); Departamento de Tecnologia de Alimentos (DTA); 23890-000 Seropédica Rio de Janeiro Brasil
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro (UFRRJ); Departamento de Tecnologia de Alimentos (DTA); 23890-000 Seropédica Rio de Janeiro Brasil
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- Instituto Federal de Educação; Ciência e Tecnologia do Rio de Janeiro (IFRJ); Departamento de Alimentos; 20270-021 Rio de Janeiro Brasil
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- Instituto Federal de Educação; Ciência e Tecnologia do Rio de Janeiro (IFRJ); Departamento de Alimentos; 20270-021 Rio de Janeiro Brasil
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- Instituto Federal de Educação; Ciência e Tecnologia do Rio de Janeiro (IFRJ); Departamento de Alimentos; 20270-021 Rio de Janeiro Brasil
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- Instituto Federal de Educação; Ciência e Tecnologia do Rio de Janeiro (IFRJ); Departamento de Alimentos; 20270-021 Rio de Janeiro Brasil
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- Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences; Faculty of Nutrition Sciences and Food Technology; National Nutrition and Food Technology Research Institute; Research Department of Food Technology; 19395-4741 Tehran Iran
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- Universidade Federal Fluminense (UFF); Faculdade de Medicina Veterinária; 24230-340 Niterói Rio de Janeiro Brazil
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- Instituto Federal de Educação; Ciência e Tecnologia do Rio de Janeiro (IFRJ); Departamento de Alimentos; 20270-021 Rio de Janeiro Brasil
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- Instituto Federal de Educação; Ciência e Tecnologia do Rio de Janeiro (IFRJ); Departamento de Alimentos; 20270-021 Rio de Janeiro Brasil
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro (UFRRJ); Departamento de Tecnologia de Alimentos (DTA); 23890-000 Seropédica Rio de Janeiro Brasil
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro (UFRRJ); Departamento de Tecnologia de Alimentos (DTA); 23890-000 Seropédica Rio de Janeiro Brasil
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- Instituto Federal de Educação; Ciência e Tecnologia do Rio de Janeiro (IFRJ); Departamento de Alimentos; 20270-021 Rio de Janeiro Brasil
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Moreira DKT, Santos PS, Gambero A, Macedo GA. Evaluation of structured lipids with behenic acid in the prevention of obesity. Food Res Int 2017; 95:52-58. [PMID: 28395825 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2017.03.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2016] [Revised: 03/02/2017] [Accepted: 03/03/2017] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Obesity affects all social classes, making it necessary to develop effective products that aid weight loss or help prevent weight gain. The objective of this work was to study the anti-obesity effects of structured lipids (SL) obtained by enzymatic interesterification, based on olive oil, soy oil and fully hydrogenated crambe oil. Twenty-four C57Bl/6 mice were distributed into four experimental groups according to the diet consumed: Control Diet (CD), Structured Lipids Diet (SLD), High-fat Control Diet (HCD), High-fat Structured Lipids Diet (HSLD). The animals that were fed SLs presented a smaller weight gain, despite a larger intake of the diet. The lowest weight gain was reflected in reduced amounts of adipose tissue and lower liver weight. A significant increase in lipids excreted by the animals in the feces was observed, despite there being no sign of toxicity or presence of diarrhea. The animals that consumed the HSLD presented lower total and LDL-cholesterol, increased HDL-cholesterol and increased hepatic arachidonic acid and docosahexaenoic acid levels. In addition, they did not develop hepatic steatosis. The study therefore showed that SLs could play a major role in combating or preventing obesity and other resultant diseases, without producing side effects.
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- Débora Kono Taketa Moreira
- Department of Food Science, School of Food Engineering, State University of Campinas, Monteiro Lobato street, 80, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil.
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- Clinical Pharmacology and Gastroenterology Unit, Medical Science Faculty, São Fransciso University, Av. São Francisco de Assis, 218, 12916-900, Bragança Paulista, SP, Brazil.
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- Clinical Pharmacology and Gastroenterology Unit, Medical Science Faculty, São Fransciso University, Av. São Francisco de Assis, 218, 12916-900, Bragança Paulista, SP, Brazil.
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- Department of Food Science, School of Food Engineering, State University of Campinas, Monteiro Lobato street, 80, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil; Department of Food and Nutrition, School of Food Engineering, State University of Campinas, Monteiro Lobato St. 80, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil.
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Ribeiro Vieira C, Laurides Ribeiro de Oliveira Lomeu F, de Castro Moreira ME, Stampini Duarte Martino H, Ribeiro Silva R. Clinical application of a cocoa and unripe banana flour beverage for overweight women with abdominal obesity: Prospective, double-blinded and randomized clinical trial. J Food Biochem 2017. [DOI: 10.1111/jfbc.12372] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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Evaluation of Antibacterial, Antineoplastic, and Immunomodulatory Activity of Paullinia cupana Seeds Crude Extract and Ethyl-Acetate Fraction. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2016; 2016:1203274. [PMID: 28053639 PMCID: PMC5174172 DOI: 10.1155/2016/1203274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2016] [Accepted: 10/18/2016] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Paullinia cupana (Guarana) is a native plant of Amazon region that has very traditional importance. Its seeds are rich in bioactive compounds, including tannins, which exhibit relevant properties. Objective. This study aimed to evaluate antibacterial, antineoplastic, and immunomodulatory activity of P. cupana seeds crude extract (CE) and ethyl-acetate fraction (EAF). Methods. Antibacterial activity was evaluated by determination of minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimal bactericidal concentration (MBC). Antineoplastic activity was evaluated by MTT assays in hepatocellular carcinoma (HepG2), breast adenocarcinoma (MCF-7), ductal carcinoma (T47-D), non-Hodgkin's B cell lymphoma (Toledo), T cell leukemia (Jukart), and Acute Leukemia (HL-60) cell lines. BALB/c mice splenocytes were treated to assess IFN-γ, IL-6, IL-17, and IL-10 levels by sandwich ELISA. Results. CE and EAF were not toxic to peripheral blood cells and splenocytes. CE and EAF fractions showed a bacteriostatic activity (MIC = 250 μg/mL) and presented IC50 values of 70.25 μg/mL and 61.18 μg/mL in HL-60 leukemia cell line. All cytokines evaluated had their levels reduced after treatment, following dose-response model. Discussion and Conclusion. Different biological activities were observed for both CE and EAF, suggesting P. cupana as a source of bioactive substances, especially tannins that may be used for several diseases treatments.
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ABSTRACT Objective: To identify attributes that promote healthy eating in order to support a study for the Quality Index for School Meal Menus content validity. Methods: This study used the Delphi technique to consult school nutrition experts in Brazil. These experts were selected among the authors of articles published between 2010 and 2015 that were identified by searching the Web of Science database, using the keywords 'school feeding', 'school nutrition program', and 'school food program', as well as the authors of official documents on this topic. The Likert method was used to record respondent perceptions in two analytical dimensions: foods that are part of a healthy menu for school feeding, and composition of an indicator of nutritional quality for school feeding menus. Results: Most respondents (n=27) were affiliated with public institutions (92.59%) and had over six years of experience in the area (70.36%). Assertions resulted in consensus according to the analysis criteria. A consensus was established for fresh food, fruits and vegetables, dairy products, beans, meat and eggs, and a schedule compatible with the meal as promoters of healthy eating, and processed foods, sweets, and fat excess as risk attributes. Conclusion: Since a consensus was not reached in the first round, there is a need to broaden the debate on issues related to foods rich in sugar, replacement of meals by sweets, and foods rich in fat.
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The Effects of the Combination of a Refined Carbohydrate Diet and Exposure to Hyperoxia in Mice. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2016; 2016:1014928. [PMID: 28018521 PMCID: PMC5153507 DOI: 10.1155/2016/1014928] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2016] [Revised: 09/27/2016] [Accepted: 10/05/2016] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Obesity is a multifactorial disease with genetic, social, and environmental influences. This study aims at analyzing the effects of the combination of a refined carbohydrate diet and exposure to hyperoxia on the pulmonary oxidative and inflammatory response in mice. Twenty-four mice were divided into four groups: control group (CG), hyperoxia group (HG), refined carbohydrate diet group (RCDG), and refined carbohydrate diet + hyperoxia group (RCDHG). The experimental diet was composed of 10% sugar, 45% standard diet, and 45% sweet condensed milk. For 24 hours, the HG and RCDHG were exposed to hyperoxia and the CG and RCDG to ambient air. After the exposures were completed, the animals were euthanized, and blood, bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, and lungs were collected for analyses. The HG showed higher levels of interferon-γ in adipose tissue as compared to other groups and higher levels of interleukin-10 and tumor necrosis factor-α compared to the CG and RCDHG. SOD and CAT activities in the pulmonary parenchyma decreased in the RCDHG as compared to the CG. There was an increase of lipid peroxidation in the HG, RCDG, and RCDHG as compared to the CG. A refined carbohydrate diet combined with hyperoxia promoted inflammation and redox imbalance in adult mice.
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Torres LRDO, Santana FCD, Torres-Leal FL, Melo ILPD, Yoshime LT, Matos-Neto EM, Seelaender MCL, Araújo CMM, Cogliati B, Mancini-Filho J. Pequi (Caryocar brasiliense Camb.) almond oil attenuates carbon tetrachloride-induced acute hepatic injury in rats: Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Food Chem Toxicol 2016; 97:205-216. [PMID: 27623180 DOI: 10.1016/j.fct.2016.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2016] [Revised: 09/05/2016] [Accepted: 09/07/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) is a potent hepatotoxin, capable of generating free radicals that lead to oxidative stress and the inflammation process. Pequi almond oil (PAO) has been reported to possess unsaturated fatty acid and antioxidant compounds related to beneficial effects on oxidation and inflammatory conditions. The present study was undertaken to evaluate the hepatoprotective effects of handmade and coldpressed PAO on CCl4-induced acute liver injury. The possible mechanisms underlying the effect on liver injury enzymes, histopathological parameters, lipid profile, lipid peroxidation, and antioxidant and detoxification defense systems, as well as inflammatory parameters, were determined. Rats treated with PAO (3 or 6 mL/kg) for 21 days before CCl4 induction (3 mL/kg, 70%) showed significantly decreased levels of alanine aminotransferase and aspartate aminotransferase, milder hepatic lesions and higher levels of serum high-density lipoprotein compared to CCl4 group. Moreover, PAO enhanced antioxidant capacity by increasing hepatic glutathione peroxidase and glutathione reductase enzyme activities, as well as reducing circulating concentrations of leptin and inflammatory mediators such as interleukin-6, leukotrienes -4 and -5 and the tumor necrosis factor receptor. In summary, PAO, especially cold-pressed oil, attenuated the CCl4-induced alterations in serum and hepatic tissue in rats due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
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- Lucillia R de O Torres
- Department of Food Science and Experimental Nutrition, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil; Maranhão Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology, Caxias, Maranhão, Brazil.
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- Department of Food Science and Experimental Nutrition, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Experimental Nutrition, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Experimental Nutrition, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology, School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology, School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Experimental Nutrition, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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de S Vargas F, D O de Almeida P, Aranha ESP, de A Boleti AP, Newton P, de Vasconcellos MC, Junior VFV, Lima ES. Biological activities and cytotoxicity of diterpenes from Copaifera spp. Oleoresins. Molecules 2015; 20:6194-210. [PMID: 25859778 PMCID: PMC6272497 DOI: 10.3390/molecules20046194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2015] [Revised: 04/01/2015] [Accepted: 04/02/2015] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Copaifera spp. are Amazonian species widely studied and whose oleoresins are used by local people for various medicinal purposes. However, a detailed study of the activity of the main phytochemical components of these oleoresins remains to be done. Here, we studied the cytotoxicity and in vitro anti-inflammatory effects of six diterpene acids: copalic, 3-hydroxy-copalic, 3-acetoxy-copalic, hardwickiic, kolavic-15-metyl ester, and kaurenoic, isolated from the oleoresins of Copaifera spp. The diterpenes did not show cytotoxicity in normal cell lines, nor did they show significant changes in viability of tumoral line cells. The 3-hydroxy-copalic was able to inhibit the enzyme tyrosinase (64% ± 1.5%) at 250 µM. The kolavic-15-metyl ester at 200 µM showed high inhibitory effect on lipoxygenase (89.5% ± 1.2%). Among the diterpenes tested, only kaurenoic and copalic acids showed significant hemolytic activities with 61.7% and 38.4% at 100 µM, respectively. In addition, it was observed that only the copalic acid (98.5% ± 1.3%) and hardwickiic acid (92.7% ± 4.9%) at 100 mM inhibited nitric oxide production in macrophages activated by lipopolysaccharide. In this assay, the diterpenes did not inhibit tumor necrosis factor-α production. The acids inhibited the production of IL-6, 3-acetoxy-copalic (23.8% ± 8.2%), kaurenoic (11.2% ± 5.7%), kolavic-15-methyl ester (17.3% ± 4.2%), and copalic (4.2% ± 1.8%), respectively, at 25 µM. The kaurenoic, 3-acetoxy-copalic and copalic acids increased IL-10 production. This study may provide a basis for future studies on the therapeutic role of diterpenic acids in treating acute injuries such as inflammation or skin disorders.
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- Fabiano de S Vargas
- Chemistry Department, Federal University of Amazonas, Av. Gal. Rodrigo Octávio, 6.200, Japiim, Manaus-AM 69080-900, Brazil.
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Amazonas, Manaus, Av. Gal. Rodrigo Octávio, 6.200, Japiim, Manaus-AM 69080-900, Brazil.
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Amazonas, Manaus, Av. Gal. Rodrigo Octávio, 6.200, Japiim, Manaus-AM 69080-900, Brazil.
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Amazonas, Manaus, Av. Gal. Rodrigo Octávio, 6.200, Japiim, Manaus-AM 69080-900, Brazil.
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Amazonas, Manaus, Av. Gal. Rodrigo Octávio, 6.200, Japiim, Manaus-AM 69080-900, Brazil.
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- Environmental Studies Program, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309, USA.
- School of Environmental Sciences, University of East Anglia, Norwich NR4 7TJ, UK.
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Amazonas, Manaus, Av. Gal. Rodrigo Octávio, 6.200, Japiim, Manaus-AM 69080-900, Brazil.
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- Chemistry Department, Federal University of Amazonas, Av. Gal. Rodrigo Octávio, 6.200, Japiim, Manaus-AM 69080-900, Brazil.
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Amazonas, Manaus, Av. Gal. Rodrigo Octávio, 6.200, Japiim, Manaus-AM 69080-900, Brazil.
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Zardo DM, Silva KM, Guyot S, Nogueira A. Phenolic profile and antioxidant capacity of the principal apples produced in Brazil. Int J Food Sci Nutr 2013; 64:611-20. [PMID: 23360097 DOI: 10.3109/09637486.2013.763909] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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This study evaluated the phenols of the Gala, Fuji and Golden Delicious varieties, which make up 95% of Brazilian production. The phenolic profiles (whole fruit) were determined by high pressure liquid chromatography, total phenols were determined using the Folin-Ciocalteau method and antioxidant capacity by the FRAP method (whole fruit, skin, pulp and centre). The Golden Delicious had the highest phenol content (408 mg/fruit) compared to Fuji (194 mg/fruit) and Gala (162 mg/fruit), and the antioxidant capacity of the Golden Delicious was 2.5 and 3.6 times higher than that found in the Fuji and Gala, respectively. The phenolic profile for the three varieties showed 5-caffeoylquinic acid, ( - )-epicatechin, procyanidin B2 and phloridzin as major components with procyanidins as the predominant class and quercetin as the minority. The consumption of apple pulp may provide 48-78% of the antioxidant capacity; however, if the peel is ingested, it may increase to 79-89%. The type of apple variety and the parts ingested are factors that must be taken into consideration in consumption.
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- Danianni Marinho Zardo
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, State University of Ponta Grossa (UEPG), Ponta Grossa, PR, Brazil
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Borges MC, Vinolo MAR, Nakajima K, de Castro IA, Bastos DHM, Borelli P, Fock RA, Tirapegui J, Curi R, Rogero MM. The effect of mate tea (Ilex paraguariensis) on metabolic and inflammatory parameters in high-fat diet-fed Wistar rats. Int J Food Sci Nutr 2013; 64:561-9. [DOI: 10.3109/09637486.2012.759188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Influence of a high-fat diet on gut microbiota, intestinal permeability and metabolic endotoxaemia. Br J Nutr 2012; 108:801-9. [PMID: 22717075 DOI: 10.1017/s0007114512001213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 428] [Impact Index Per Article: 35.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) may play an important role in chronic diseases through the activation of inflammatory responses. The type of diet consumed is of major concern for the prevention and treatment of these diseases. Evidence from animal and human studies has shown that LPS can diffuse from the gut to the circulatory system in response to the intake of high amounts of fat. The method by which LPS move into the circulatory system is either through direct diffusion due to intestinal paracellular permeability or through absorption by enterocytes during chylomicron secretion. Considering the impact of metabolic diseases on public health and the association between these diseases and the levels of LPS in the circulatory system, this review will mainly discuss the current knowledge about high-fat diets and subclinical inflammation. It will also describe the new evidence that correlates gut microbiota, intestinal permeability and alkaline phosphatase activity with increased blood LPS levels and the biological effects of this increase, such as insulin resistance. Although the majority of the studies published so far have assessed the effects of dietary fat, additional studies are necessary to deepen the understanding of how the amount, the quality and the structure of the fat may affect endotoxaemia. The potential of food combinations to reduce the negative effects of fat intake should also be considered in future studies. In these studies, the effects of flavonoids, prebiotics and probiotics on endotoxaemia should be investigated. Thus, it is essential to identify dietetic strategies capable of minimising endotoxaemia and its postprandial inflammatory effects.
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