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Gong L, Xu J, Guo M, Zhao J, Xin X, Zhang C, Ni X, Hu Y, An F. Octahydroindolizine alkaloid Homocrepidine A from Dendrobium crepidatum attenuate P. acnes-induced inflammatory in vitro and in vivo. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 333:118455. [PMID: 38871011 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2024.118455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2024] [Revised: 06/06/2024] [Accepted: 06/07/2024] [Indexed: 06/15/2024]
Abstract
ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Dendrobium crepidatum Lindl. ex Paxton is a perennial epiphyte of Dendrobium genus, distributed in southern China, and utilized as the traditional Chinese medicine "Shihu" in Yunnan Province. Due to its heat-clearing and detoxicating properties, it is formulated as the "XiaoCuoWan" as recorded in the China Pharmacopoeia, and specially used to treat chronic skin inflammatory diseases, such as acne. AIM OF THE STUDY This research aimed to estimate impact of the octahydroindoline alkaloid Homocrepidine A (HCA), isolated from D. crepidatum, on acne inflammation using both human THP-1 cells and mouse models. Furthermore, the potential anti-inflammatory mechanism of HCA has been analyzed through molecular biology methods and computer simulation. MATERIALS AND METHODS THP-1 cells and mouse models induced by live Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) were employed to evaluate the anti-inflammatory properties of crude extract of D. crepidatum (DCE) and HCA. ELISA was utilized to detect the release of inflammatory cytokines in both cellular and murine ear tissues. RNAseq was used to screen the pathways associated with HCA-mediated inflammatory inhibition, while Western blot, RT-qPCR, and immunofluorescence were utilized to detect the expression of relevant proteins. Additionally, molecular docking simulations and cellular thermal shift assays were employed to confirm the target of HCA. RESULTS Our research shows that DCE and HCA can effectively alleviate acne inflammation. HCA inhibits TLR2 expression by interacting with amino acid residues in the TIR domain of hTLR2, including Pro-681, Asn-688, Trp-684, and Ile-685. Moreover, HCA disrupts inflammatory signal transduction mediated by MAPK and NF-κB pathways through MyD88-dependent pathway. Additionally, HCA treatment facilitates Nrf2 nuclear translocation and upregulates HO-1 expression, thereby inhibiting NLRP3 inflammasomes activation. In vivo experiments further revealed that HCA markedly attenuated erythema and swelling caused by P. acnes in mice ears, while also decreasing the expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-1β and IL-8. CONCLUSIONS Our research highlights the protective effects of D. crepidatum and its bioactive compound HCA against acne inflammation, marking the first exploration of its potential in this context. The discoveries indicate that HCA treatment may represent a promising functional approach for acne therapy.
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- Lizhi Gong
- State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, Shanghai, 200237, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, Shanghai, 200237, China
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- Key Laboratory of Cosmetic, China National Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11/33, Fucheng Road, Beijing, 100048, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, Shanghai, 200237, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, Shanghai, 200237, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, Shanghai, 200237, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, Shanghai, 200237, China; Marine Biomedical Science and Technology Innovation Platform of Lin-gang Special Area, No.4, Lane 218, Haiji Sixth Road, Shanghai, 201306, China.
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Liu J, Guo Y, Sun J, Lei Y, Guo M, Wang L. Extraction methods, multiple biological activities, and related mechanisms of Momordica charantia polysaccharide: A review. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 263:130473. [PMID: 38423437 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.130473] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Revised: 02/25/2024] [Accepted: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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Momordica Charantia Polysaccharide (MCP) is a key bioactive compound derived from bitter melon fruit. This review summarizes the advancements in MCP research, including extraction techniques, biological activities, and mechanisms. MCP can be extracted using various methods, and has demonstrated hypoglycemic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunoregulatory effects. Research suggests that MCP may regulate metabolic enzymes, oxidative stress reactions, and inflammatory pathways. The review highlights the potential applications of MCP in areas such as anti-diabetes, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunoregulatory research. Future research should focus on elucidating the molecular mechanisms of MCP and optimizing extraction methods. This review provides a foundation for further research and utilization of MCP.
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- Jinshen Liu
- Department of Ophthalmology, 73 Jianshe South Road, Lubei District, Tangshan City, Hebei Province, China; Department of Ophthalmology, North China University of Science and Technology Affiliated Hospital, Tangshan 062000, China.
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- Department of Ophthalmology, 73 Jianshe South Road, Lubei District, Tangshan City, Hebei Province, China; Department of Ophthalmology, North China University of Science and Technology Affiliated Hospital, Tangshan 062000, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, 73 Jianshe South Road, Lubei District, Tangshan City, Hebei Province, China; Department of Ophthalmology, North China University of Science and Technology Affiliated Hospital, Tangshan 062000, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, 73 Jianshe South Road, Lubei District, Tangshan City, Hebei Province, China; Department of Ophthalmology, North China University of Science and Technology Affiliated Hospital, Tangshan 062000, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, 73 Jianshe South Road, Lubei District, Tangshan City, Hebei Province, China; Department of Ophthalmology, North China University of Science and Technology Affiliated Hospital, Tangshan 062000, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, 73 Jianshe South Road, Lubei District, Tangshan City, Hebei Province, China; Department of Ophthalmology, North China University of Science and Technology Affiliated Hospital, Tangshan 062000, China.
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Wu S, Zhang X, Wang Y, Zheng H, Zhu M. Lipid Metabolism Reprogramming of Immune Cells in Acne: An Update. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol 2023; 16:2391-2398. [PMID: 37675181 PMCID: PMC10478778 DOI: 10.2147/ccid.s424478] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2023] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 09/08/2023]
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Acne vulgaris is one of the most widespread skin conditions and the main reason for visiting a dermatologist. Inflammatory response and abnormal infiltrations of immune cells are the main pathogenesis of acne. The increased lipid is the prerequisite for the acne, and the perturbation of lipid composition and content is consistent with the severity of acne. Furthermore, the increased lipid production not only contributes to the occurrence and development of acne, but also sensitizes the function of immune cells. The lipid metabolic dysfunction aggravates the severity of local tissue and provides pro-inflammatory-cytokine cues, which indicates the crucial roles of lipid metabolism on immune cells. Recent advances have demonstrated the lipid metabolism reprogramming of various immune cells in acne lesion. The abnormal lipid accumulation, lipolysis, and fatty acid oxidation lead to the activation and differentiation of immune cells, which promotes the pro-inflammatory cytokines production. Thus, this review discusses the emerging role of lipid metabolism reprogramming of immune cells in the progress of acne and aims to constitute food for others' projects involved in acne research.
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- Shuhui Wu
- Department of Dermatology, Key Laboratory of Vascular Biology and Translational Medicine, Education Department of Hunan Province, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, Hunan, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Physical Education and Health Promotion, Hunan University of Technology and Business, Changsha, Hunan, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Dermatology, Key Laboratory of Vascular Biology and Translational Medicine, Education Department of Hunan Province, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, Hunan, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Dermatology, Key Laboratory of Vascular Biology and Translational Medicine, Education Department of Hunan Province, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, Hunan, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Dermatology, Key Laboratory of Vascular Biology and Translational Medicine, Education Department of Hunan Province, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, Hunan, People’s Republic of China
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Chou MC, Lee YJ, Wang YT, Cheng SY, Cheng HL. Cytotoxic and Anti-Inflammatory Triterpenoids in the Vines and Leaves of Momordica charantia. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23031071. [PMID: 35163001 PMCID: PMC8834831 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23031071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2021] [Revised: 01/12/2022] [Accepted: 01/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/10/2022] Open
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The vines and leaves of Momordica charantia L. are used as herbal medicines to treat inflammation-related disorders. However, their safety profile remains uncharacterized, and the constituents in their extracts that exert anti-inflammatory and adverse effects remain unclear. This study isolated the characteristic cucurbitane-type triterpenoid species in the vines and leaves of M. charantia L. and analyzed their cytotoxicity, anti-inflammatory effects, and underlying mechanisms. Four structurally related triterpenoids—momordicines I, II, IV, and (23E) 3β,7β,25-trihydroxycucurbita-5,23-dien-19-al (TCD)—were isolated from the triterpenoid-rich fractions of extracts from the vines and leaves of M. charantia. Momordicine I was cytotoxic on normal cells, momordicine II exerted milder cytotoxicity, and momordicine IV and TCD had no obvious adverse effects on cell growth. TCD had anti-inflammatory activity both in vivo and in vitro. In lipopolysaccharide-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells, TCD inhibited the inhibitor kappa B kinase/nuclear factor-κB pathway and enhanced the expression of nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2, heme oxygenase-1, and glutamate-cysteine ligase modifier subunit through the extracellular signal-regulated kinase1/2 and p38. Thus, the vines and leaves of M. charantia should be used with caution. An extraction protocol that can enrich TCD but remove momordicine I would likely enhance the safety of the extract.
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- Mei-Chia Chou
- Graduate Institute of Bioresources, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Neipu, Pingtung County 912301, Taiwan;
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Pingtung Branch, Neipu, Pingtung County 912012, Taiwan
- Department of Recreation and Sports Management, Tajen University, Yanpu, Pingtung County 907101, Taiwan
- Department of Physical Therapy, Shu-Zen Junior College of Medicine and Management, Kaohsiung 82144, Taiwan
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- Department of Biological Science and Technology, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Neipu, Pingtung County 912301, Taiwan;
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- Department of Life Sciences, National University of Kaohsiung, Kaohsiung 811726, Taiwan;
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- Department of Life Sciences, National University of Kaohsiung, Kaohsiung 811726, Taiwan;
- Correspondence: (S.-Y.C.); (H.-L.C.); Tel.: +886-7-5916693 (S.-Y.C.); +886-8-7703202 (ext. 5186) (H.-L.C.)
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- Department of Biological Science and Technology, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Neipu, Pingtung County 912301, Taiwan;
- Correspondence: (S.-Y.C.); (H.-L.C.); Tel.: +886-7-5916693 (S.-Y.C.); +886-8-7703202 (ext. 5186) (H.-L.C.)
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Momordica charantia leaf extract reduces hepatic lipid accumulation and diet-induced dyslipidemia in zebrafish through lipogenesis and beta-oxidation. J Funct Foods 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2021.104857] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Espinoza-Monje M, Campos J, Alvarez Villamil E, Jerez A, Dentice Maidana S, Elean M, Salva S, Kitazawa H, Villena J, García-Cancino A. Characterization of Weissella viridescens UCO-SMC3 as a Potential Probiotic for the Skin: Its Beneficial Role in the Pathogenesis of Acne Vulgaris. Microorganisms 2021; 9:1486. [PMID: 34361921 PMCID: PMC8307422 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms9071486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2021] [Revised: 06/29/2021] [Accepted: 07/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Previously, we isolated lactic acid bacteria from the slime of the garden snail Helix aspersa Müller and selected Weissella viridescens UCO-SMC3 because of its ability to inhibit in vitro the growth of the skin-associated pathogen Cutibacterium acnes. The present study aimed to characterize the antimicrobial and immunomodulatory properties of W. viridescens UCO-SMC3 and to demonstrate its beneficial effect in the treatment of acne vulgaris. Our in vitro studies showed that the UCO-SMC3 strain resists adverse gastrointestinal conditions, inhibits the growth of clinical isolates of C. acnes, and reduces the adhesion of the pathogen to keratinocytes. Furthermore, in vivo studies in a mice model of C. acnes infection demonstrated that W. viridescens UCO-SMC3 beneficially modulates the immune response against the skin pathogen. Both the oral and topical administration of the UCO-SCM3 strain was capable of reducing the replication of C. acnes in skin lesions and beneficially modulating the inflammatory response. Of note, orally administered W. viridescens UCO-SMC3 induced more remarkable changes in the immune response to C. acnes than the topical treatment. However, the topical administration of W. viridescens UCO-SMC3 was more efficient than the oral treatment to reduce pathogen bacterial loads in the skin, and effects probably related to its ability to inhibit and antagonize the adhesion of C. acnes. Furthermore, a pilot study in acne volunteers demonstrated the capacity of a facial cream containing the UCO-SMC3 strain to reduce acne lesions. The results presented here encourage further mechanistic and clinical investigations to characterize W. viridescens UCO-SMC3 as a probiotic for acne vulgaris treatment.
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- Marcela Espinoza-Monje
- Laboratory of Bacterial Pathogenicity, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Concepcion, 4030000 Concepcion, Chile; (M.E.-M.); (J.C.); (A.J.)
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- Laboratory of Bacterial Pathogenicity, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Concepcion, 4030000 Concepcion, Chile; (M.E.-M.); (J.C.); (A.J.)
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- Laboratory of Immunobiotechnology, Reference Centre for Lactobacilli (CERELA-CONICET), CP 4000 Tucuman, Argentina; (E.A.V.); (S.D.M.); (M.E.); (S.S.)
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- Laboratory of Bacterial Pathogenicity, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Concepcion, 4030000 Concepcion, Chile; (M.E.-M.); (J.C.); (A.J.)
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- Laboratory of Immunobiotechnology, Reference Centre for Lactobacilli (CERELA-CONICET), CP 4000 Tucuman, Argentina; (E.A.V.); (S.D.M.); (M.E.); (S.S.)
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- Laboratory of Immunobiotechnology, Reference Centre for Lactobacilli (CERELA-CONICET), CP 4000 Tucuman, Argentina; (E.A.V.); (S.D.M.); (M.E.); (S.S.)
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- Laboratory of Immunobiotechnology, Reference Centre for Lactobacilli (CERELA-CONICET), CP 4000 Tucuman, Argentina; (E.A.V.); (S.D.M.); (M.E.); (S.S.)
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- Food and Feed Immunology Group, Laboratory of Animal Food Function, Graduate School of Agricultural Science, Tohoku University, Sendai 980-8572, Japan
- Livestock Immunology Unit, International Education and Research Center for Food Agricultural Immunology (CFAI), Graduate School of Agricultural Science, Tohoku University, Sendai 980-8572, Japan
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- Laboratory of Immunobiotechnology, Reference Centre for Lactobacilli (CERELA-CONICET), CP 4000 Tucuman, Argentina; (E.A.V.); (S.D.M.); (M.E.); (S.S.)
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- Laboratory of Bacterial Pathogenicity, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Concepcion, 4030000 Concepcion, Chile; (M.E.-M.); (J.C.); (A.J.)
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