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Ghali ENHK, Sandopu SK, Maurya DK, Meriga B. Insights into the radioprotective efficacy of Pterocarpus santalinus L. aqueous extract. Fitoterapia 2024; 176:105986. [PMID: 38703914 DOI: 10.1016/j.fitote.2024.105986] [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: 09/26/2023] [Revised: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/06/2024]
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In the present study, we have attempted a comprehensive assessment of the possible radioprotective efficacy of Pterocarpus santalinus aqueous extract (PSAE). All the studied models were gamma-irradiated with prior treatment with PSAE. First, the content of total phenols (4.061 μg/mg gallic acid equivalents), flavonoids (6.616 μg/mg quercetin equivalents), and tannins (0.008 mg/L of PSAE) were determined spectrophotometrically. Second, UHPLC-HRMS analysis was performed to identify the possible radioprotectors. Of those, santalins A & B are known for their usage as natural color in foods and alcoholic beverages identified in PSAE. Treatment was well tolerated with no side effects from PSAE. Later, it was shown that radiation-induced lethality significantly amended in PSAE-treated spleen lymphocytes as evidenced by reduced elevated levels of ROS and lipid peroxidation, restored total thiols and GSH: GSSG, inhibited DNA DSBs and cell death. Furthermore, an immunomodulation study was carried out because radiation exposure induces an inflammatory response. Our study shows that PSAE suppressed concanavalin A-induced T-cell proliferation as evidenced by CFSE dye dilution and CD69 antibody staining methods. Taken together, the current study explored the protective efficacy of PSAE from gamma radiation-inflicted injuries and hence we recommend PSAE as a potent radioprotective formulation.
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- E N Hanuma Kumar Ghali
- Department of Biochemistry, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati 517502, India; Radiation Biology & Health Sciences Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India; Medicine and Oncology ISU, South Texas Center of Excellence in Cancer Research, School of Medicine, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, McAllen 78504, TX, USA
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- Radiation Biology & Health Sciences Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati 517502, India.
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Mehaidli AP, Mandal R, Simha P. Selective degradation of endogenous organic metabolites in acidified fresh human urine using sulphate radical-based advanced oxidation. WATER RESEARCH 2024; 257:121751. [PMID: 38744062 DOI: 10.1016/j.watres.2024.121751] [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: 03/11/2024] [Revised: 04/30/2024] [Accepted: 05/06/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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The human urine metabolome is complex, containing a wide range of organic metabolites that affect treatment of urine collected in resource-oriented sanitation systems. In this study, an advanced oxidation process involving heat-activated peroxydisulphate was used to selectively oxidise organic metabolites in urine over urea and chloride. Initial experiments evaluated optimal conditions (peroxydisulphate dose, temperature, time, pH) for activation of peroxydisulphate in unconcentrated, non-hydrolysed synthetic urine and real urine acidified to pH 3.0. Subsequent experiments determined the fate of 268 endogenous organic metabolites (OMs) and removal of COD from unconcentrated and concentrated real urine (80-90% mass reduced by evaporation). The results revealed >90% activation of 60 mM peroxydisulphate in real unconcentrated urine heated to 90 °C for 1 h, resulting in 43% ΣOMs degradation, 22% COD removal and 56% total organic carbon removal, while >94% of total nitrogen and >97% of urea in real unconcentrated urine were recovered. The mechanism of urea degradation was identified to be chemical hydrolysis to ammonia, with the rate constant for this reaction determined to be 1.9 × 10-6 s-1 at pH 3.0 and 90 °C. Treating concentrated real urine resulted in similar removal of COD, ΣOMs degradation and total nitrogen loss as observed for unconcentrated urine, but with significantly higher chloride oxidation and chemical hydrolysis of urea. Targeted metabolomic analysis revealed that peroxydisulphate treatment degraded 157 organic metabolites in urine, of which 67 metabolites were degraded by >80%. The rate constant for the reaction of sulphate radicals with oxidisable endogenous organic metabolites in urine was estimated to exceed 108 M-1 s-1. These metabolites were preferentially oxidised over chloride and urea in acidified, non-hydrolysed urine treated with peroxydisulphate. Overall, the findings support the development of emerging urine recycling technologies, including alkaline/acid dehydration and reverse osmosis, where the presence of endogenous organic urine metabolites significantly influences treatment parameters such as energy demand and product purity.
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- Ali Peter Mehaidli
- Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Energy and Technology, SE 75007 Uppsala, Sweden
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- The Metabolomics Innovation Centre, Department of Biological Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E9, Canada
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- Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Energy and Technology, SE 75007 Uppsala, Sweden.
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Shukla D, Kaur S, Singh A, Narang RK, Singh C. Enhanced antichemobrain activity of amino acid assisted ferulic acid solid dispersion in adult zebrafish (Danio rerio). Drug Deliv Transl Res 2024:10.1007/s13346-024-01546-5. [PMID: 38573496 DOI: 10.1007/s13346-024-01546-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/05/2024]
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Chemotherapy-induced cognitive impairment (CICI), also known as "chemobrain," is a common side effect of breast cancer therapy which causes oxidative stress and generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Ferulic acid (FA), a natural polyphenol, belongs to BCS class II is confirmed to have nootropic, neuroprotective and antioxidant effects. Here, we have developed FA solid dispersion (SD) in order to enhance its therapeutic potential against chemobrain. An amorphous ferulic acid loaded leucin solid dispersion (FA-Leu SD) was prepared by utilizing amino acid through spray-drying technique. The solid-state characterization was carried out via Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM). Additionally, in-vitro release studies and antioxidant assay were also performed along with in-vivo locomotor, biochemical and histopathological analysis. The physical properties showed that FA-Leu SD so formed exhibited spherical, irregular surface hollow cavity of along with broad melting endotherm as observed from FE-SEM and DSC results. The XRD spectra demonstrated absence of sharp and intense peaks in FA-Leu SD which evidenced for complete encapsulation of drug into carrier. Moreover, in-vitro drug release studies over a period of 5 h in PBS (pH 7.4) displayed a significant enhanced release in the first hr (68. 49 ± 5.39%) and in-vitro DPPH assay displayed greater antioxidant potential of FA in FA-Leu SD. Furthermore, the in-vivo behavioral findings of FA-Leu SD (equivalent to 150 mg/kg of free FA) exhibited positive results accompanied by in-vivo biochemical and molecular TNF-α showed a significant difference (p < 0.001) vis-à-vis DOX treated group upon DOX + FA-Leu SD. Additionally, histopathological analysis revealed neuroprotective effects of FA-Leu SD together with declined oxidative stress due to antioxidant potential of FA which was induced by anticancer drug doxorubicin (DOX). Overall, the above findings concluded that spray-dried FA-Leu SD could be useful for the treatment of chemotherapy induced cognitive impairment.
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- Deeksha Shukla
- Department of Pharmaceutics, ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Affiliated to IK Gujral Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar, Punjab, 142001, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Affiliated to IK Gujral Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar, Punjab, 142001, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Affiliated to IK Gujral Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar, Punjab, 142001, India.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Affiliated to IK Gujral Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar, Punjab, 142001, India.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Affiliated to IK Gujral Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar, Punjab, 142001, India.
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Sciences, Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (A Central University), Srinagar Garhwal, Uttarakhand, 246174, India.
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Kukavica B, Škondrić S, Trifković T, Mišić D, Gašić U, Topalić-Trivunović L, Savić A, Velemir A, Davidović-Plavšić B, Šešić M, Lukić N. Comparative polyphenolic profiling of five ethnomedicinal plants and their applicative potential in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 320:117377. [PMID: 37939910 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117377] [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: 08/16/2023] [Revised: 10/29/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE The medicinal plants Salvia officinalis, Trifolium pratense, Agrimonia eupatoria, Cichorium intybus and Vinca minor are traditionally used for the prevention and treatment of numerous diseases, including diabetes. AIM OF THE STUDY Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is one of the most common diseases nowadays, often accompanied by oxidative stress and microbial infections. The aim of our work was to examine the antidiabetic, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties of ethanol extracts of five medicinal plants for the purpose of their possible use in the treatment of T2D. MATERIALS AND METHODS The polyphenolic profile of the plant extracts was analyzed by Ultra-High Performance Liquid Chromatography with a diode array detector configured with a triple quadrupole mass spectrometer (UHPLC/DAD/(-)HESI-MS2). In vitro antidiabetic activity of extracts was determined by measuring the percentage of α-amylase and α-glucosidase inhibition. The antioxidant activity of the extract was determined by different spectrophotometric methods, while the antimicrobial activity was determined by agar dilution and disc diffusion methods. RESULTS A. eupatoria extract contains the highest percentage of flavonoids (94%, with isoquercetin, vitexin, and rutin as the most abundant) in relation to the concentration of total phenolic compounds and exhibits excellent antidiabetic, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activity. S. officinalis extract contains 60% flavonoids (predominately cirsimaritin and epigallocatechin gallate) and 40% phenolic acids (with rosmarinic acid being the most abundant from this group) and exhibits weak antidiabetic activity, significant antioxidant activity, and excellent antibacterial activity. A 45% percentage of flavonoids (with isoquercetin as the most abundant one) and 55% of phenolic acids (with ferulic acid as the most abundant) were measured in the extract of T. pratense, which had excellent antidiabetic activity but weaker antioxidant and antimicrobial activity. A similar percentage of flavonoids (52%, with epigallocatechin gallate in the highest concentration) and phenolic acids (48%, with chlorogenic acid as the most abundant) was measured in the extract of C. intybus which showed moderate antidiabetic, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. The extract of V. minor was the richest in phenolic acids (80%, with the most abundant chlorogenic acid), which resulted in weaker antidiabetic and antioxidant activities (except for Fe2+ chelating ability) and antimicrobial activity. CONCLUSION The results indicate that specific phenolic compounds are responsible for the different biological activities of the plant extracts. Among the investigated plants, the extract of A. eupatoria has the greatest potential for applications in the treatment of T2D.
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- Biljana Kukavica
- University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Mladena Stojanovića 2, 78000, Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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- University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Mladena Stojanovića 2, 78000, Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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- University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Mladena Stojanovića 2, 78000, Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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- University of Belgrade, Institute for Biological Research "Siniša Stanković" Natonal Institute of Republic of Serbia, Bulevar despota Stefana 142, 11060, Belgrade, Serbia.
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- University of Belgrade, Institute for Biological Research "Siniša Stanković" Natonal Institute of Republic of Serbia, Bulevar despota Stefana 142, 11060, Belgrade, Serbia.
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- University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Technology, Vojvode Stepe Stepanovića 75, 78000, Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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- University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Technology, Vojvode Stepe Stepanovića 75, 78000, Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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- University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Technology, Vojvode Stepe Stepanovića 75, 78000, Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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- University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Mladena Stojanovića 2, 78000, Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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- University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Mladena Stojanovića 2, 78000, Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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- University of Hohenheim, Faculty of Agriculture, Institute of Landscape and Plant Ecology, Ottilie-Zeller-Weg 2, 70599, Stuttgart, Germany; University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Forestry, Bulevar vojvode Stepe Stepanovića 75a, 78000 Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Kencana SMS, Arfian N, Yuniartha R, Saputri RLAANW, Munawaroh F, Sari DCR. Chlorogenic Acid Inhibits Progressive Pulmonary Fibrosis in a Diabetic Rat Model. IRANIAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES 2024; 49:110-120. [PMID: 38356488 PMCID: PMC10862105 DOI: 10.30476/ijms.2023.96535.2868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2022] [Revised: 01/02/2023] [Accepted: 03/04/2023] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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Background Chlorogenic acid (CGA) is known to have antifibrotic and hypoglycemic effects and may play a role in preventing diabetes-induced pulmonary fibrosis. This study aimed to determine the effect and optimum dose of CGA on diabetes-induced pulmonary fibrosis. Methods Thirty Wistar rats (two-month-old, 150-200 grams) were randomly divided into six groups, namely control, six weeks diabetes mellitus (DM1), eight weeks DM (DM2), and three DM2 groups (CGA1, CGA2, and CGA3) who received CGA doses of 12.5, 25, and 50 mg/Kg BW, respectively. After six weeks, CGA was administered intraperitoneally for 14 consecutive days. Lung tissues were taken for TGF-β1, CTGF, SMAD7, Collagen-1, and α-SMA mRNA expression analysis and paraffin embedding. Data were analyzed using one-way ANOVA and the Kruskal-Wallis test. P<0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results TGF-β1 expression in the CGA1 group (1.01±0.10) was lower than the DM1 (1.33±0.25, P=0.05) and DM2 (1.33±0.20, P=0.021) groups. α-SMA expression in the CGA1 group (median 0.60, IQR: 0.34-0.64) was lower than the DM1 (median 0.44, IQR: 0.42-0.80) and DM2 (median 0.76, IQR: 0.66-1.10) groups. Collagen-1 expression in the CGA1 group (0.75±0.13) was lower than the DM1 (P=0.24) and DM2 (P=0.26) groups, but not statistically significant. CTGF expression in CGA groups was lower than the DM groups (P=0.088), but not statistically significant. There was an increase in SMAD7 expression in CGA groups (P=0.286). Histological analysis showed fibrosis improvement in the CGA1 group compared to the DM groups. Conclusion CGA (12.5 mg/Kg BW) inhibited the expression of profibrotic factors and increased antifibrotic factors in DM-induced rats.
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- Sagita Mega Sekar Kencana
- Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Master Program in Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Master Program in Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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- Master Program in Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Faculty of Medicine, IPB University, Bogor, West Java, Indonesia
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- Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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Amorim R, Magalhães CC, Benfeito S, Cagide F, Tavares LC, Santos K, Sardão VA, Datta S, Cortopassi GA, Baldeiras I, Jones JG, Borges F, Oliveira PJ, Teixeira J. Mitochondria dysfunction induced by decyl-TPP mitochondriotropic antioxidant based on caffeic acid AntiOxCIN 6 sensitizes cisplatin lung anticancer therapy due to a remodeling of energy metabolism. Biochem Pharmacol 2024; 219:115953. [PMID: 38036191 DOI: 10.1016/j.bcp.2023.115953] [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: 09/27/2023] [Revised: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023]
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The pharmacological interest in mitochondria is very relevant since these crucial organelles are involved in the pathogenesis of multiple diseases, such as cancer. In order to modulate cellular redox/oxidative balance and enhance mitochondrial function, numerous polyphenolic derivatives targeting mitochondria have been developed. Still, due to the drug resistance emergence in several cancer therapies, significant efforts are being made to develop drugs that combine the induction of mitochondrial metabolic reprogramming with the ability to generate reactive oxygen species, taking into consideration the varying metabolic profiles of different cell types. We previously developed a mitochondria-targeted antioxidant (AntiOxCIN6) by linking caffeic acid to lipophilic triphenylphosphonium cation through a 10-carbon aliphatic chain. The antioxidant activity of AntiOxCIN6 has been documented but how the mitochondriotropic compound impact energy metabolism of both normal and cancer cells remains unknown. We demonstrated that AntiOxCIN6 increased antioxidant defense system in HepG2 cells, although ROS clearance was ineffective. Consequently, AntiOxCIN6 significantly decreased mitochondrial function and morphology, culminating in a decreased capacity in complex I-driven ATP production without affecting cell viability. These alterations were accompanied by an increase in glycolytic fluxes. Additionally, we demonstrate that AntiOxCIN6 sensitized A549 adenocarcinoma cells for CIS-induced apoptotic cell death, while AntiOxCIN6 appears to cause metabolic changes or a redox pre-conditioning on lung MRC-5 fibroblasts, conferring protection against cisplatin. We propose that length and hydrophobicity of the C10-TPP+ alkyl linker play a significant role in inducing mitochondrial and cellular toxicity, while the presence of the antioxidant caffeic acid appears to be responsible for activating cytoprotective pathways.
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- Ricardo Amorim
- CNC/UC - Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal; CIBB - Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotecnhology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal; CIQUP-IMS/Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- CNC/UC - Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal; CIBB - Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotecnhology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- CIQUP-IMS/Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- CIQUP-IMS/Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- CNC/UC - Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal; CIBB - Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotecnhology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal; CIVG - Vasco da Gama Research Center, University School Vasco da Gama - EUVG, Coimbra, Portugal
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- CNC/UC - Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal; CIBB - Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotecnhology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Multidisciplinary Institute of Ageing (MIA), University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Department of Molecular Biosciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, USA
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- Department of Molecular Biosciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, USA
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- CNC/UC - Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal; CIBB - Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotecnhology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal; Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- CNC/UC - Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal; CIBB - Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotecnhology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- CIQUP-IMS/Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- CNC/UC - Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal; CIBB - Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotecnhology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- CNC/UC - Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal; CIBB - Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotecnhology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal.
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Yu CM, Wang Y, Ren SC, Liu ZL, Zhu CL, Liu Q, Li HR, Sun CY, Sun XY, Xie J, Wang JF, Deng XM. Caffeic acid modulates activation of neutrophils and attenuates sepsis-induced organ injury by inhibiting 5-LOX/LTB4 pathway. Int Immunopharmacol 2023; 125:111143. [PMID: 37913569 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2023.111143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2023] [Accepted: 10/26/2023] [Indexed: 11/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Sepsis is a critical systemic inflammatory syndrome which usually leads to multiple organ dysfunction. Caffeic acid (CA), a phenolic compound derived from various plants, has been proved to be essential in neuroprotection, but its role in septic organ damage is unclear. This research aimed to investigate whether CA protects against organ injury in a mouse model of cecal ligation and puncture (CLP). METHODS CA (30 mg/kg) or vehicle was administered by intraperitoneal injection immediately after CLP. The samples of blood, lungs, and livers were collected 24 h later. Organ injury was assessed by histopathological examination (HE staining), neutrophil infiltration (myeloperoxidase fluorescence), oxidative stress levels (MDA, SOD, HO-1), and inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6) release in lung and liver tissues. Neutrophil extracellular trap (NET) formation was analyzed by immunofluorescence. In vitro experiments were performed to investigate the potential mechanisms of CA using small interfering RNA (siRNA) techniques in neutrophils, and the effect of CA on neutrophil apoptosis was analyzed by flow cytometry. RESULTS Results showed that CA treatment improved the 7-day survival rate and attenuated the histopathological injury in the lung and liver of CLP mice. CA significantly reduced neutrophil infiltration in the lungs and livers of CLP mice. TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6 and LTB4 were reduced in serum, lung, and liver of CA-treated CLP mice, and phosphorylation of MAPK (p38, ERK, JNK) and p65 NF-κB was inhibited in lungs and livers. CA treatment further increased HO-1 levels and enhanced superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity, but reduced malondialdehyde (MDA) levels and NET formation. Similarly, in vitro experiments showed that CA treatment and 5-LOX siRNA interference inhibited inflammatory activation and NET release in neutrophils, suppressed MAPK and NF-κB phosphorylation in LPS-treated neutrophils, and decreased LTB4 and cfDNA levels. Flow cytometric analysis revealed that CA treatment reversed LPS-mediated delayed apoptosis in human neutrophils, and Western blot also indicated that CA treatment inhibited Bcl-2 expression but increased Bax expression. CA treatment did not induce further changes in neutrophil apoptosis, inflammatory activation, and NET release when 5-LOX was knocked down by siRNA interference. CONCLUSIONS CA has a protective effect on lung and liver injury in a murine model of sepsis, which may be related to inhibition of the 5-LOX/LTB4 pathway.
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- Chang-Meng Yu
- Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Anesthesiology, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu Province, People's Republic of China; Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Anesthesiology, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu Province, People's Republic of China; Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Anesthesiology, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu Province, People's Republic of China; Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China; Faculty of Anesthesiology, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong Province, People's Republic of China
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- Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China; Faculty of Anesthesiology, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong Province, People's Republic of China
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- Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China.
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- Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Anesthesiology, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu Province, People's Republic of China; Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China; Faculty of Anesthesiology, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong Province, People's Republic of China.
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Ortega-Hernández E, Martinez-Alvarado L, Acosta-Estrada BA, Antunes-Ricardo M. Solid-State Fermented Pineapple Peel: A Novel Food Ingredient with Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Properties. Foods 2023; 12:4162. [PMID: 38002219 PMCID: PMC10670571 DOI: 10.3390/foods12224162] [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: 10/25/2023] [Revised: 11/02/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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It has been reported that pineapple (Ananas comosus) contains healthy nutrients and phytochemicals associated with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory capacities. However, a substantial amount of pineapple residue is produced due to a lack of valorization applications at the industrial scale, resulting in the loss of valuable nutrients. Solid-state fermentation (SSF) is proposed as an innovative strategy to enhance the release of bound phenolics from pineapple residues. In this work, the effects of SSF of pineapple peels with Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, and Aspergillus oryzae on the release of phenolic compounds and their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities were evaluated, respectively. Pineapple peel extracts after SSF showed an increase in the release of phenolic compounds (248.11% with L. plantarum, 182% with A. oryzae, and 180.10% with L. rhamnosus), which led to an increase in the cellular antioxidant (81.94% with L. rhamnosus) and anti-inflammatory potential (nitric oxide inhibition of 62% with L. rhamnosus) compared to non-fermented extracts. Therefore, SSF of pineapple peels with L. plantarum, L. rhamnosus, and A. oryzae thrives as a new approach for the production of secondary metabolites with remarkable biological benefits, which can be the precursors for novel biofortified and nutraceutical-enriched foods that meet the needs of the most demanding and health-conscious consumers.
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- Erika Ortega-Hernández
- Tecnologico de Monterrey, Escuela de Ingeniería y Ciencias, Centro de Biotecnología-FEMSA, Ave. Eugenio Garza Sada 2501 Sur, Monterrey CP 64849, Mexico
- Tecnologico de Monterrey, Institute for Obesity Research, Ave. Eugenio Garza Sada 2501 Sur, Monterrey CP 64849, Mexico
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- Tecnologico de Monterrey, Escuela de Ingeniería y Ciencias, Centro de Biotecnología-FEMSA, Ave. Eugenio Garza Sada 2501 Sur, Monterrey CP 64849, Mexico
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- Tecnologico de Monterrey, Escuela de Ingeniería y Ciencias, Centro de Biotecnología-FEMSA, Ave. Eugenio Garza Sada 2501 Sur, Monterrey CP 64849, Mexico
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- Tecnologico de Monterrey, Institute for Obesity Research, Ave. Eugenio Garza Sada 2501 Sur, Monterrey CP 64849, Mexico
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Giordano F, Comità S, Venneri G, Rago V, Naimo GD, De Amicis F, De Bartolo A, Tundis R, Mauro L, Panno ML. Poncirus trifoliata (L.) Raf. Seed Extract Induces Cell Cycle Arrest and Apoptosis in the Androgen Receptor Positive LNCaP Prostate Cancer Cells. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:16351. [PMID: 38003541 PMCID: PMC10671002 DOI: 10.3390/ijms242216351] [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: 09/01/2023] [Revised: 11/07/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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Prostate cancer (PCa) is the second most common male cancer. Its incidence derives from the interaction between modifiable and non-modifiable factors. The progression of prostate cancer into a more aggressive phenotype is associated with chronic inflammation and increased ROS production. For their biological properties, some phytochemicals from fruits and vegetable emerge as a promise strategy for cancer progression delay. These bioactive compounds are found in the highest amounts in peels and seeds. Poncirus trifoliata (L.) Raf. (PT) has been widely used in traditional medicine and retains anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anticancer effects. The seeds of P. trifoliata were exhaustively extracted by maceration with methanol as the solvent. The cell proliferation rate was performed by MTT and flow cytometry, while the apoptosis signals were analyzed by Western blotting and TUNEL assay. P. trifoliata seed extract reduced LNCaP and PC3 cell viability and induced cell cycle arrest at the G0/G1phase and apoptosis. In addition, a reduction in the AKT/mTOR pathway has been observed together with the up-regulation of stress-activated MAPK (p38 and c-Jun N-terminal kinase). Based on the study, the anti-growth effects of PT seed extract on prostate tumor cells give indications on the potential of the phytochemical drug for the treatment of this type of cancer. However, future in-depth studies are necessary to identify which components are mainly responsible for the anti-neoplastic response.
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- Francesca Giordano
- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende, Italy; (S.C.); (G.V.); (V.R.); (G.D.N.); (F.D.A.); (R.T.); (M.L.P.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende, Italy; (S.C.); (G.V.); (V.R.); (G.D.N.); (F.D.A.); (R.T.); (M.L.P.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende, Italy; (S.C.); (G.V.); (V.R.); (G.D.N.); (F.D.A.); (R.T.); (M.L.P.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende, Italy; (S.C.); (G.V.); (V.R.); (G.D.N.); (F.D.A.); (R.T.); (M.L.P.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende, Italy; (S.C.); (G.V.); (V.R.); (G.D.N.); (F.D.A.); (R.T.); (M.L.P.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende, Italy; (S.C.); (G.V.); (V.R.); (G.D.N.); (F.D.A.); (R.T.); (M.L.P.)
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- Department of Biology, Ecology and Earth Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende, Italy;
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- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende, Italy; (S.C.); (G.V.); (V.R.); (G.D.N.); (F.D.A.); (R.T.); (M.L.P.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende, Italy; (S.C.); (G.V.); (V.R.); (G.D.N.); (F.D.A.); (R.T.); (M.L.P.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende, Italy; (S.C.); (G.V.); (V.R.); (G.D.N.); (F.D.A.); (R.T.); (M.L.P.)
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Abd El-Hack ME, de Oliveira MC, Attia YA, Kamal M, Almohmadi NH, Youssef IM, Khalifa NE, Moustafa M, Al-Shehri M, Taha AE. The efficacy of polyphenols as an antioxidant agent: An updated review. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 250:126525. [PMID: 37633567 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2023] [Revised: 08/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/23/2023] [Indexed: 08/28/2023]
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Global production of the two major poultry products, meat and eggs, has increased quickly. This, in turn, indicates both the relatively low cost and the customers' desire for these secure and high-quality products. Natural feed additives have become increasingly popular to preserve and enhance the health and productivity of poultry and livestock. We consume a lot of polyphenols, which are a kind of micronutrient. These are phytochemicals with positive effects on cardiovascular, cognitive, anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, anti-tumor, anti-pathogen, a catalyst for growth, and immunomodulating functions, among extra health advantages. Furthermore, high quantities of polyphenols have unknown and occasionally unfavorable impacts on the digestive tract health, nutrient assimilation, the activity of digestive enzymes, vitamin and mineral assimilation, the performance of the laying hens, and the quality of the eggs. This review clarifies the numerous sources, categories, biological functions, potential limitations on usage, and effects of polyphenols on poultry performance, egg composition, exterior and interior quality traits.
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- Mohamed E Abd El-Hack
- Department of Poultry, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig 44511, Egypt.
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- Department of Agriculture, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia; Department of Animal and Poultry Production, Faculty of Agriculture, Damnahur University, Damanhour 22516, Egypt
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- Animal Production Research Institute, Agricultural Research Center, Dokki, Giza 12618, Egypt
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- Clinical Nutrition Department, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Umm Al-Qura University, P.O Box 715, Makkah 21955, Saudi Arabia
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- Animal Production Research Institute, Agricultural Research Center, Dokki, Giza 12618, Egypt
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Matrouh University, Matrouh 51511, Egypt
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, King Khalid University, Abha 61413, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, King Khalid University, Abha 61413, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Animal Husbandry and Animal Wealth Development, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Alexandria University, Edfina 22578, Egypt
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Abdelmohsen UR, Bayoumi SAL, Mohamed NM, Mostafa YA, Ngwa CJ, Pradel G, Farag SF. Naturally occurring phenylethanoids and phenylpropanoids: antimalarial potential. RSC Adv 2023; 13:26804-26811. [PMID: 37692342 PMCID: PMC10483269 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra04242a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/27/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023] Open
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Malaria as an infectious disease is one of the world's most dangerous parasitic diseases. There is an urgent need for the development of new antimalarial drugs. Natural products are a very rich source of new bioactive compounds. Our research aims to shed light on the recent studies which demonstrated the antimalarial potential of phenylpropanoids as a major natural-products class. This study involves an in silico analysis of naturally-occurring phenylpropanoids and phenylethanoids which showed 25 compounds with moderate to strong binding affinity to various amino acid residues lining the active site; P. falciparum kinase (PfPK5), P. falciparum cytochrome bc1 complex (cyt bc1), and P. falciparum lysyl-tRNA synthetase (PfKRS1); of Plasmodium falciparum parasite, a unicellular protozoan which causes the most severe and life-threatening malaria. Furthermore, the study was augmented by the assessment of antiplasmodial activity of glandularin, a naturally occurring dibenzylbutyrolactolic lignan, against chloroquine-sensitive 3D7 strain of P. falciparum using SYBR green I-based fluorescence assay, which showed high antimalarial activity with IC50 value of 11.2 μM after 24 hours of incubation. Our results highlight phenylpropanoids and glandularin in particular as a promising chemical lead for development of antimalarial drugs.
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- Usama Ramadan Abdelmohsen
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University Minia 61519 Egypt
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Deraya University 7 Universities Zone 61111 New Minia City Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Assiut University Assiut 71526 Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Assiut University Assiut 71526 Egypt
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Badr University in Assiut Assiut 77771 Egypt
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- Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Assiut University 71526 Assiut Egypt
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Badr University in Assiut Assiut 77771 Egypt
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- Division of Cellular and Applied Infection Biology, Institute of Zoology, RWTH Aachen University 52074 Aachen Germany
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- Division of Cellular and Applied Infection Biology, Institute of Zoology, RWTH Aachen University 52074 Aachen Germany
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Assiut University Assiut 71526 Egypt
- Department of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Taif University P.O. Box 11099 Taif 21944 Saudi Arabia
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KARAMAN ERSOY Ş, TÜTEM E, SÖZGEN BAŞKAN K, APAK R. Preparation and application of caffeic acid imprinted polymer. Turk J Chem 2023; 47:699-714. [PMID: 38174067 PMCID: PMC10760595 DOI: 10.55730/1300-0527.3572] [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: 01/31/2023] [Revised: 08/25/2023] [Accepted: 05/22/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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In the present study, molecularly imprinted polymers were synthesized using caffeic acid (CA) as a template molecule and then used for the extraction of CA and chlorogenic acid (CLA) from complex matrices. Syntheses were carried out in tetrahydrofuran as porogenic solvent using 4-vinyl pyridine, methacrylic acid, acrylamide, and 1-vinyl imidazole as monomers, ethylene glycol dimethacrylate as crosslinker and 2,2'-azobisisobutyronitrile as initiator. In polymerization processes, different ratios of the template:monomer:crosslinker (T:M:CrL) were used to obtain the most suitable polymer. Caffeic acid:4-vinylpiridine:ethylene glycol dimethacrylate's 1:4:16 mole ratio of MIP was determined as the most convenient polymer for CA recognition. In addition, nonimprinted polymers (NIPs) without templates were prepared. Dynamic and static adsorption tests were applied to determine the absorption features of the NIPs and CA-MIPs. Separation and purification studies of CA and CLA were performed with molecular imprinted solid phase extraction (MISPE) application. All steps of MISPE (loading, washing, elution) were optimized by HPLC analysis.
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- Şeyda KARAMAN ERSOY
- Division of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Fenerbahçe University, İstanbul,
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Engineering, İstanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, İstanbul,
Turkiye
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Engineering, İstanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, İstanbul,
Turkiye
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Engineering, İstanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, İstanbul,
Turkiye
- Turkish Academy of Sciences (TÜBA), Ankara,
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Chauhan A, Checker R, Nair S, Sahu PK, Sharma D, Sharma D, Das BK. Indian traditional rice variety "Gathuwan" suppresses T-cell-mediated immune responses via activation of ERK/Nrf2/HO-1 signalling pathway. Food Funct 2023. [PMID: 37194332 DOI: 10.1039/d3fo00125c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/18/2023]
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The impact of food on immune functions has been recognized for centuries and is now being increasingly explored for therapeutic applications. Rice, in addition to being the staple food in most developing countries, exhibits diverse complexities of phytochemicals among its wide germplasm repertoire, which supports its development as a functional food. In the present study, we have explored the immunomodulatory properties of Gathuwan rice, a local rice variety grown in Chhattisgarh, India, and traditionally used for the treatment of rheumatism. Methanolic Gathuwan Brown Rice Extract (BRE) inhibits T-cell activation and proliferation and cytokine secretion (IL-2, IL-4, IL-6 and IFN-γ) without inducing cell death. BRE exhibits radical scavenging activity in a cell-free system and decreases intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) and glutathione levels in lymphocytes. BRE induces nuclear translocation of the immune-regulatory transcription factor Nrf2 via activation of ERK and p-38 MAP kinase and up-regulates the expression of Nrf2-dependent genes (SOD, CAT, HO-1, GPx and TrxR) in lymphocytes. BRE treatment had no effect on cytokine secretion by lymphocytes from Nrf2 knockout mice, confirming the role of Nrf2 in the immunosuppressive effects of BRE. Feeding of Gathuwan brown rice to mice had no effect on the basal haematological parameters, but lymphocytes isolated from these mice were hypo-responsive to mitogenic stimuli. Treatment of allografts with BRE significantly prevented graft-versus-host disease (GVHD)-associated mortality and morbidity in mice. Metabolic pathway enrichment analysis of ultra-high performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (UHPLC-MS/MS) data revealed a high enrichment ratio of amino acid and vitamin B metabolism pathways, and among metabolite sets, pyridoxamines, phytosphingosines, hydroxybenzaldehydes, hydroxycinnamic acids and indoles were highly enriched bioactive components. In conclusion, Gathuwan BRE suppresses T-cell-mediated immune responses by altering the cellular redox balance and activating the Nrf2 signalling pathway.
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- Anjali Chauhan
- Nuclear Agriculture and Biotechnology Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Trombay, Mumbai-400085, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai-400094, India
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- Radiation Biology & Health Sciences Division, Bio-science Group, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Trombay, Mumbai-400085, India.
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai-400094, India
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- Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur-492012, India
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- Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur-492012, India
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- Radiation Biology & Health Sciences Division, Bio-science Group, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Trombay, Mumbai-400085, India.
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai-400094, India
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- Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur-492012, India
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- Nuclear Agriculture and Biotechnology Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Trombay, Mumbai-400085, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai-400094, India
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Spiegel M, Cel K, Sroka Z. The mechanistic insights into the role of pH and solvent on antiradical and prooxidant properties of polyphenols - Nine compounds case study. Food Chem 2023; 407:134677. [PMID: 36516682 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.134677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2022] [Revised: 09/24/2022] [Accepted: 10/15/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Polyphenols are the most widely intake exogenous antioxidants. Their properties prevent the accumulation of radicals in the body and the development of oxidative stress, a recognized trigger for some diseases and a manifestation of others. Nonetheless, apart from their beneficial effects, polyphenols might also exhibit prooxidant potential, often observed as the oxidation of transition state metals, resulting in amplified radical production. DFT studies at the B3LYP/6-311++G(d,p) level of theory were conducted on nine common polyphenolic compounds to assess both activities in physiologically relevant media. It has been found that there is a fine line between antioxidant and prooxidant character, and increasing pH values promote the occurrence of the latter. Anthocyanidins proved to be the most potent radical scavengers, particularly under slightly alkaline conditions, followed by flavonoids and phenolic acids last. Antiradical activity is better in a polar solvent than in apolar one, due to the possibility of dissociation.
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- Maciej Spiegel
- Department of Pharmacognosy and Herbal Medicines, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 211A, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland.
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- Department of Pharmacognosy and Herbal Medicines, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 211A, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland.
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- Department of Pharmacognosy and Herbal Medicines, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 211A, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland.
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Zhai Y, Wang T, Fu Y, Yu T, Ding Y, Nie H. Ferulic Acid: A Review of Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Therapeutic Effects on Pulmonary Diseases. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24098011. [PMID: 37175715 PMCID: PMC10178416 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24098011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Revised: 04/14/2023] [Accepted: 04/27/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023] Open
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Ferulic acid (FA), a prevalent dietary phytochemical, has many pharmacological effects, including anti-oxidation and anti-inflammation effects, and has been widely used in the pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetics industries. Many studies have shown that FA can significantly downregulate the expression of reactive oxygen species and activate nuclear factor erythroid-2-related factor-2/heme oxygenase-1 signaling, exerting anti-oxidative effects. The anti-inflammatory effect of FA is mainly related to the p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase and nuclear factor-kappaB signaling pathways. FA has demonstrated potential clinical applications in the treatment of pulmonary diseases. The transforming growth factor-β1/small mothers against decapentaplegic 3 signaling pathway can be blocked by FA, thereby alleviating pulmonary fibrosis. Moreover, in the context of asthma, the T helper cell 1/2 imbalance is restored by FA. Furthermore, FA ameliorates acute lung injury by inhibiting nuclear factor-kappaB and mitogen-activated protein kinase pathways via toll-like receptor 4, consequently decreasing the expression of downstream inflammatory mediators. Additionally, there is a moderate neuraminidase inhibitory activity showing a tendency to reduce the interleukin-8 level in response to influenza virus infections. Although the application of FA has broad prospects, more preclinical mechanism-based research should be carried out to test these applications in clinical settings. This review not only covers the literature on the pharmacological effects and mechanisms of FA, but also discusses the therapeutic role and toxicology of FA in several pulmonary diseases.
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- Yiman Zhai
- Department of Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine, College of Basic Medical Science, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China
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- Department of Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine, College of Basic Medical Science, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China
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- Department of Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine, College of Basic Medical Science, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China
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- Department of Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine, College of Basic Medical Science, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China
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- Department of Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine, College of Basic Medical Science, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China
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- Department of Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine, College of Basic Medical Science, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China
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Martins R, Fernandes F, Valentão P. Unearthing of the Antidiabetic Potential of Aqueous Extract of Solanum betaceum Cav. Leaves. Molecules 2023; 28:molecules28083291. [PMID: 37110524 PMCID: PMC10146016 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28083291] [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: 03/10/2023] [Revised: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 04/04/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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Solanum betaceum Cav., commonly known as tamarillo or Brazilian tomato, belongs to the Solanaceae family. Its fruit is used in traditional medicine and food crops due to its health benefits. Despite the numerous studies involving the fruit, there is no scientific knowledge about the tamarillo tree leaves. In this work, the phenolic profile of aqueous extract obtained from S. betaceum leaves was unveiled for the first time. Five hydroxycinnamic phenolic acids were identified and quantified, including 3-O-caffeoylquinic acid, 4-O-caffeoylquinic acid, chlorogenic acid, caffeic acid and rosmarinic acid. While the extract displayed no effect on α-amylase, the extract inhibited the activity of α-glucosidase (IC50 = 1617 mg/mL), and it was particularly effective for human aldose reductase (IC50 = 0.236 mg/mL): a key enzyme in glucose metabolism. Moreover, the extract exhibited interesting antioxidant properties, such as a potent capacity to intercept the in vitro-generated reactive species O2•- (IC50 = 0.119 mg/mL) and •NO (IC50 = 0.299 mg/mL), as well as to inhibit the first stages of lipid peroxidation (IC50 = 0.080 mg/mL). This study highlights the biological potential of S. betaceum leaves. The scarcity of research on this natural resource underscores the need for additional studies in order to fully explore its antidiabetic properties and to promote the value of a species currently at risk of extinction.
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- Raquel Martins
- REQUIMTE/LAQV, Laboratório de Farmacognosia, Departamento de Química, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade do Porto, Rua de Jorge Viterbo Ferreira n° 228, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- REQUIMTE/LAQV, Laboratório de Farmacognosia, Departamento de Química, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade do Porto, Rua de Jorge Viterbo Ferreira n° 228, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- REQUIMTE/LAQV, Laboratório de Farmacognosia, Departamento de Química, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade do Porto, Rua de Jorge Viterbo Ferreira n° 228, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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Kauffmann AC, Castro VS. Phenolic Compounds in Bacterial Inactivation: A Perspective from Brazil. Antibiotics (Basel) 2023; 12:antibiotics12040645. [PMID: 37107007 PMCID: PMC10135396 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics12040645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2023] [Revised: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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Phenolic compounds are natural substances that are produced through the secondary metabolism of plants, fungi, and bacteria, in addition to being produced by chemical synthesis. These compounds have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties, among others. In this way, Brazil represents one of the most promising countries regarding phenolic compounds since it has a heterogeneous flora, with the presence of six distinct biomes (Cerrado, Amazon, Atlantic Forest, Caatinga, Pantanal, and Pampa). Recently, several studies have pointed to an era of antimicrobial resistance due to the unrestricted and large-scale use of antibiotics, which led to the emergence of some survival mechanisms of bacteria to these compounds. Therefore, the use of natural substances with antimicrobial action can help combat these resistant pathogens and represent a natural alternative that may be useful in animal nutrition for direct application in food and can be used in human nutrition to promote health. Therefore, this study aimed to (i) evaluate the phenolic compounds with antimicrobial properties isolated from plants present in Brazil, (ii) discuss the compounds across different classes (flavonoids, xanthones, coumarins, phenolic acids, and others), and (iii) address the structure-activity relationship of phenolic compounds that lead to antimicrobial action.
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- Department of Biological Sciences, University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge, AB T1K 3M4, Canada
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Wang C, Lu Q, Xiang Y, Yin Y, Li J, Liu Y, Wu X. Enhanced biocompatibility of silk sericin/caffeic acid nanoparticles by red blood cell membranes cloaking. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 238:124133. [PMID: 36963548 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.124133] [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: 12/21/2022] [Revised: 03/15/2023] [Accepted: 03/18/2023] [Indexed: 03/26/2023]
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Caffeic acid (CA) is an antioxidant phenolic compound that enriched in coffee beans, however, its administration often restrains by the instability and low solubility. Nanoparticle encapsulation is an effective approach to improve the therapeutic activity of CA. For example, silk sericin (SS), a natural biomaterial finds applications in food, cosmetics and biomedical fields, is proved here to be an appropriate encapsulation agent for CA, and a SS/CA composite nanoparticle has been fabricated. To further improve the biocompatibility of SS/CA, a red blood cell membranes (RM) cloaking strategy is adopted. The as-formed SS/CA/RM preserves the antioxidant activity of CA, and shows satisfactory biocompatibility especially under high concentration. Hope this can provide a potential appropriative strategy to adjust the chemical stability of insoluble drugs and to improve their biocompatibility.
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- Chunru Wang
- Department of Pharmacy, College of Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266042, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266042, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266042, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266042, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266042, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The Affiliated Xuzhou Municipal Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Daxue Road 269, Xuzhou 221002, China; Xuzhou First People's Hospital, Daxue Road 269, Xuzhou 221002, China.
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266042, China.
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Duda-Chodak A, Tarko T. Possible Side Effects of Polyphenols and Their Interactions with Medicines. Molecules 2023; 28:molecules28062536. [PMID: 36985507 PMCID: PMC10058246 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28062536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2023] [Revised: 03/05/2023] [Accepted: 03/07/2023] [Indexed: 03/14/2023] Open
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Polyphenols are an important component of plant-derived food with a wide spectrum of beneficial effects on human health. For many years, they have aroused great interest, especially due to their antioxidant properties, which are used in the prevention and treatment of many diseases. Unfortunately, as with any chemical substance, depending on the conditions, dose, and interactions with the environment, it is possible for polyphenols to also exert harmful effects. This review presents a comprehensive current state of the knowledge on the negative impact of polyphenols on human health, describing the possible side effects of polyphenol intake, especially in the form of supplements. The review begins with a brief overview of the physiological role of polyphenols and their potential use in disease prevention, followed by the harmful effects of polyphenols which are exerted in particular situations. The individual chapters discuss the consequences of polyphenols’ ability to block iron uptake, which in some subpopulations can be harmful, as well as the possible inhibition of digestive enzymes, inhibition of intestinal microbiota, interactions of polyphenolic compounds with drugs, and impact on hormonal balance. Finally, the prooxidative activity of polyphenols as well as their mutagenic, carcinogenic, and genotoxic effects are presented. According to the authors, there is a need to raise public awareness about the possible side effects of polyphenols supplementation, especially in the case of vulnerable subpopulations.
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Sakae K, Nonaka D, Kishida M, Hirata Y, Fujiwara R, Kondo A, Noda S, Tanaka T. Caffeic acid production from glucose using metabolically engineered Escherichia coli. Enzyme Microb Technol 2023; 164:110193. [PMID: 36621069 DOI: 10.1016/j.enzmictec.2023.110193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Revised: 01/03/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2023] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Caffeic acid (3,4-dihydroxycinnamic acid) is a precursor for high-valued compounds with anticancer, antiviral activities, and anti-inflammatory making it an important substance in the food additive, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries. Here, we developed an engineered Escherichia coli strain capable of directly producing high levels of caffeic acid from glucose. Tyrosine ammonia-lyase from Rhodotorula glutinis (RgTAL) and p-coumaric acid 3-hydroxylase from Saccharothrix espanaensis (SeC3H) were expressed. Next, feedback-resistant chorismate mutase/prephenate dehydrogenase, was introduced to promote l-tyrosine synthesis. This engineered strain CA3 produced 1.58 g/L of caffeic acid from glucose without tyrosine supplemented to the medium. Furthermore, to reduce p-coumaric acid accumulation, 4-hydroxyphenylacetate 3-hydroxylase from Pseudomonas aeruginosa (PaHpaBC) was introduced. Finally, an engineered strain CA8 directly produced 6.17 g/L of caffeic acid from glucose using a jar fermenter. The E. coli developed in this study would be helpful as a chassis strain to produce value-added caffeic acid-derivatives.
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- Kosuke Sakae
- Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Kobe University, 1-1 Rokkodai, Nada, Kobe 657-8501, Japan
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- Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Kobe University, 1-1 Rokkodai, Nada, Kobe 657-8501, Japan
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- Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Kobe University, 1-1 Rokkodai, Nada, Kobe 657-8501, Japan
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- Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Kobe University, 1-1 Rokkodai, Nada, Kobe 657-8501, Japan
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- Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Kobe University, 1-1 Rokkodai, Nada, Kobe 657-8501, Japan
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- Center for Sustainable Resource Science, RIKEN, 1-7-22 Suehiro-cho, Tsurumi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 230-0045, Japan; Graduate School of Science, Technology and Innovation, Kobe University, 1-1 Rokkodai, Nada, Kobe 657-8501, Japan
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- Center for Sustainable Resource Science, RIKEN, 1-7-22 Suehiro-cho, Tsurumi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 230-0045, Japan
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- Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Kobe University, 1-1 Rokkodai, Nada, Kobe 657-8501, Japan.
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Assessment of phytochemicals, antioxidants and in-silico molecular dynamic simulation of plant derived potential inhibitory activity of Thalictrum foliolosum DC. and Cordia dichotoma G. Forst. against jaundice. Biomed Pharmacother 2022; 156:113898. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2022.113898] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2022] [Revised: 10/16/2022] [Accepted: 10/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Pan Y, Qin R, Hou M, Xue J, Zhou M, Xu L, Zhang Y. The interactions of polyphenols with Fe and their application in Fenton/Fenton-like reactions. Sep Purif Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2022.121831] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Fencioglu H, Oz E, Turhan S, Proestos C, Oz F. The Effects of the Marination Process with Different Vinegar Varieties on Various Quality Criteria and Heterocyclic Aromatic Amine Formation in Beef Steak. Foods 2022. [PMCID: PMC9602021 DOI: 10.3390/foods11203251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Herein, the effect of the dipping (static) marination process (at 4 °C for 2 h) with different types of vinegar (balsamic, pomegranate, apple, and grape) on various quality properties, including texture and protein profile of beef steaks and the formation of heterocyclic aromatic amines (HAAs) in beef steaks cooked on a hot plate (at 200 °C for 24 min), were determined. The results showed that 3.12–4.13% of the marinate liquids were absorbed by beef steak as a result of the marination process. No significant differences (p > 0.05) were observed between the marinated and cooked beef steaks in terms of water content, cooking loss, thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS) value, hardness, cohesiveness, and chewiness. However, significant differences were detected in terms of pH value and color values (L*, a*, and b*) (p < 0.01), and springiness, 2-amino-3,8-dimethylimidazo (4,5-f) quinoxaline (MeIQx) and total HAA content (p < 0.05). The marination with pomegranate vinegar resulted in the formation of darker steak, while a lighter one was obtained when apple vinegar was used in the marination. The use of balsamic and grape vinegar in the marination process decreased the springiness value compared to the control group. The myofibrillar proteins of beef steaks marinated with different types of vinegar generally showed a similar sodium dodecyl-sulfate polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE) profile. However, some differences were observed in the band density of some proteins depending on the trial and the type of marination. In this study, of the nine examined HAAs, only two (2-amino-3-methylimidazo (4,5-f) quinoline (IQ) and MeIQx) could be detected and quantified. IQ was detected only in the control group steak (up to 0.51 ng/g), while MeIQx was detected in all treatment groups (up to 2.22 ng/g). The total HAA content varied between 0.59–2.22 ng/g. It was determined that the marination process with different vinegar types had different effects on the total HAA content of the steaks. Using balsamic and apple vinegar in the marination process decreased the total HAA content compared to the control group, but this decrease was not statistically significant (p > 0.05). On the other hand, using grape and pomegranate vinegar in the marination process increased the total HAA content, but this increase was only significant (p < 0.05) in the marination with pomegranate vinegar.
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- Halenur Fencioglu
- Department of Food Engineering, Agriculture Faculty, Atatürk University, 25240 Erzurum, Türkiye
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- Department of Food Engineering, Agriculture Faculty, Atatürk University, 25240 Erzurum, Türkiye
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- Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Ondokuz Mayıs University, 55139 Samsun, Türkiye
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- Laboratory of Food Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Zografou, 15771 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Food Engineering, Agriculture Faculty, Atatürk University, 25240 Erzurum, Türkiye
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +90-442-2312644
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Gogoi NG, Rahman A, Saikia J, Dutta P, Baruah A, Handique JG. Enhanced biological activity of Curcumin Cinnamates: an experimental and computational analysis. Med Chem Res 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s00044-022-02977-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Medvedeva M, Kitsilovskaya N, Stroylova Y, Sevostyanova I, Saboury AA, Muronetz V. Hydroxycinnamic Acid Derivatives from Coffee Extracts Prevent Amyloid Transformation of Alpha-Synuclein. Biomedicines 2022; 10:biomedicines10092255. [PMID: 36140356 PMCID: PMC9496549 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines10092255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2022] [Revised: 09/06/2022] [Accepted: 09/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Earlier we showed that derivatives of hydroxycinnamic acids prevent amyloid transformation of alpha-synuclein and prion protein. The aim of this work was to determine the content of 3-hydroxycinnamic acid derivatives in coffee extracts and to evaluate their activity in relation to alpha-synuclein amyloid aggregation. Hydroxycinnamic acid derivatives were identified in aqueous and ethanol extracts of coffee beans by quantitative mass spectrometric analysis. Only 3,4-dimethoxycinnamic acid (13–53 μg/mL) was detected in significant amounts in the coffee extracts, while ferulic acid was present in trace amounts. In addition, 3-methoxy-4-acetamidoxycinnamic acid (0.4–0.8 μg/mL) was detected in the roasted coffee extracts. The half-maximum inhibitory concentrations of alpha-synuclein fibrillization reaction in the presence of coffee extracts, as well as inhibitory constants, were determined using thioflavin T assay. The inhibitory effect of black and green coffee extracts on alpha-synuclein fibrillization is dose-dependent, and in a pairwise comparison, the constants of half-maximal inhibition of fibrillization for green coffee extracts are comparable to or greater than those for black coffee. Thus, coffee extracts prevent pathological transformation of alpha-synuclein in vitro, probably due to the presence of 3,4-dimethoxycinnamic acid in them. Consequently, coffee drinks and coffee extracts can be used for the prevention of synucleinopathies including Parkinson’s disease.
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- Maria Medvedeva
- Faculty of Bioengineering and Bioinformatics, Lomonosov Moscow State University, 119234 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Systems Biology, National Medical Research Center for Obstetrics, Gynecology and Perinatology of Ministry of Healthcare of Russian Federation, 117997 Moscow, Russia
- Federal State Budgetary Institution “Federal Research and Clinical Center of Physical-Chemical Medicine”, Federal Medical Biological Agency, 119435 Moscow, Russia
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- Belozersky Institute of Physico Chemical Biology, Lomonosov Moscow State University, 119234 Moscow, Russia
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- Belozersky Institute of Physico Chemical Biology, Lomonosov Moscow State University, 119234 Moscow, Russia
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- Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics, University of Tehran, Tehran 1417614335, Iran
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- Faculty of Bioengineering and Bioinformatics, Lomonosov Moscow State University, 119234 Moscow, Russia
- Belozersky Institute of Physico Chemical Biology, Lomonosov Moscow State University, 119234 Moscow, Russia
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Chen S, Lin Y, Shi H, Miao L, Liu B, Ge X. Dietary ferulic acid supplementation improved cottonseed meal-based diet utilization by enhancing intestinal physical barrier function and liver antioxidant capacity in grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon Idellus). Front Physiol 2022; 13:922037. [PMID: 36072855 PMCID: PMC9441557 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2022.922037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2022] [Accepted: 07/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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The present study explored the effects of ferulic acid (FA) supplementation in cottonseed meal (CSM)-based diets on grass carp growth performance, feed utilization, liver antioxidation status, and intestinal physical barrier function. Here, four experimental diets supplemented with FA at graded levels (0, 50, 100 and 200 mg/kg) and CSM as the main protein source (384.6 g/kg feed) for an 8-week feeding trial. Our results indicated that 200 mg/kg FA supplementation in a CSM-based diet significantly improved growth performance [including final body weight (FBW), weight gain rate, and specific growth rate] and feed utilization [including feed conversion ratio and protein efficiency ratio] in grass carp (p < 0.05). The results of polynomial regression analysis based on FBW recommended that the optimal dose for FA supplementation was 204 mg/kg. Compared with that no FA supplementation, 200 mg/kg FA supplementation significantly reduced liver malondialdehyde levels and increased glutathione reductase activities (p < 0.05) and 100 mg/kg FA supplementation significantly increased liver total superoxide dismutase activities and reduced blood alanine transaminase levels (p < 0.05). Compared with the control group, 100 mg/kg FA supplementation also led to significantly increased mRNA expression of zo-1, zo-2, occludin, claudin-b, claudin-3, claudin-7a, and claudin-12, encoding intestinal tight junction proteins (p < 0.05). Notably, FA supplementation could reduce lipid deposition by regulating bile acid (BA) secretion. In this study, 100 and 200 mg/kg FA supplementation significantly increased blood and liver total BA levels, respectively (p < 0.05); 100 mg/kg FA also significantly activated mRNA expressions of fxr and cyp7a1 (p < 0.05). Furthermore, the whole-body composition results presented that FA treatment relieved lipid deposition, particularly 50 and 200 mg/kg FA supplementation (p < 0.05). Moreover, triglyceride and total cholesterol levels were significantly lower and high-density lipoprotein levels were significantly higher with 200 mg/kg FA supplementation than with no FA supplementation (p < 0.05). Taken together, the results indicated that FA may be a beneficial feed additive to boost fish growth performance and increase CSM utilization.
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- Shiyou Chen
- Wuxi Fisheries College, Nanjing Agricultural University, Wuxi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Freshwater Fisheries and Germplasm Resources Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture, Freshwater Fisheries Research Center, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Wuxi, China
- National Demonstration Center for Experimental Fisheries Science Education, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai, China
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- Guangzhou Cohoo Bio-tech Research & Development Centre, Guangzhou, China
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- Wuxi Fisheries College, Nanjing Agricultural University, Wuxi, China
- Key Laboratory of Freshwater Fisheries and Germplasm Resources Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture, Freshwater Fisheries Research Center, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Wuxi, China
- *Correspondence: Linghong Miao, ; Xianping Ge,
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- Wuxi Fisheries College, Nanjing Agricultural University, Wuxi, China
- Key Laboratory of Freshwater Fisheries and Germplasm Resources Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture, Freshwater Fisheries Research Center, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Wuxi, China
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- Wuxi Fisheries College, Nanjing Agricultural University, Wuxi, China
- Key Laboratory of Freshwater Fisheries and Germplasm Resources Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture, Freshwater Fisheries Research Center, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Wuxi, China
- *Correspondence: Linghong Miao, ; Xianping Ge,
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Abd El-Hack ME, Salem HM, Khafaga AF, Soliman SM, El-Saadony MT. Impacts of polyphenols on laying hens' productivity and egg quality: A review. J Anim Physiol Anim Nutr (Berl) 2022; 107:928-947. [PMID: 35913074 DOI: 10.1111/jpn.13758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2022] [Revised: 06/20/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2022] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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There has been a rapid increase in the world's output of main poultry products (meat and eggs). This reflects customer desire for these high-quality and safe products and the comparatively low price. Recently, natural feed additives, plants and products have been increasingly popular in the poultry and livestock industries to maintain and improve their health and production. Polyphenols are a type of micronutrient that is plentiful in our diet. They are phytochemicals that have health benefits, notably cardiovascular, cognitive function, antioxidant, anti-mutagenic, anti-inflammatory, antistress, anti-tumour, anti-pathogen, detoxification, growth-promoting and immunomodulating activities. On the other hand, excessive polyphenol levels have an unclear and sometimes negative impact on gastrointestinal tract health, nutrient digestion, digestive enzyme activity, vitamin, mineral absorption, laying hens performance and egg quality. As a result, this review illuminated polyphenols' various sources, classifications, biological activities, potential usage restrictions and effects on poultry, layer productivity and egg external and internal quality.
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- Department of Poultry Diseases, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Alexandria University, Edfina, Egypt
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Agricultural Microbiology, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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Macit A, Kizil M. Effect of olive leaf extract marination on heterocyclic aromatic amine formation in pan-fried salmon. JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE 2022; 102:3908-3915. [PMID: 34952976 DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.11740] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2021] [Revised: 11/22/2021] [Accepted: 12/25/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND In this study, the reducing effects of varying levels of olive leaf extract (0%, 0.25%, 0.5%, 1% and 2%) on the formation of heterocyclic aromatic amines (HAAs) in pan-cooked salmon at 180 and 220 °C were examined. RESULTS All salmon samples were analyzed for ten HAAs: IQx, IQ, MeIQx, MeIQ, 4,8-DiMeIQx, 7,8-DiMeIQx, PhIP, AαC, MeAαC and Trp-P-2. The most abundant HAA was MeIQ (≤2.98 ng g-1 ) followed by Trp-P-2 (≤2.40 ng g-1 ), MeIQx (≤0.83 ng g-1 ), IQ (≤0.41 ng g-1 ), 7,8-DiMeIQx (≤0.29 ng g-1 ), 4,8-DiMeIQx (≤0.16 ng g-1 ) and IQx (≤0.06 ng g-1 ). However, PhIP, AαC and MeAαC were undetectable in all samples. In the control samples, HAAs were found at levels ranging from not detected to 2.40 ng g-1 . Total HAA content was between 0.81 and 4.03 ng g-1 . The olive leaf extracts reduced the total HAA levels at all certain concentration levels at 180 °C and the reducing effects were found to be 32.78-77.69%. CONCLUSION The current study displayed that olive leaf extracts could be efficient when added in up to 1% concentration prior to cooking for reducing HAA formation without changing organoleptic characteristics of salmon. © 2021 Society of Chemical Industry.
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- Arife Macit
- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Sciences, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Sciences, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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Phenolic profiling and antioxidant evaluation of extracts from Southern African indigenous fruits byproducts. Food Res Int 2022; 157:111388. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2022.111388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2021] [Revised: 04/30/2022] [Accepted: 05/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Bae IA, Ha JW, Choi JY, Boo YC. Antioxidant Effects of Korean Propolis in HaCaT Keratinocytes Exposed to Particulate Matter 10. Antioxidants (Basel) 2022; 11:antiox11040781. [PMID: 35453466 PMCID: PMC9032284 DOI: 10.3390/antiox11040781] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2022] [Revised: 04/08/2022] [Accepted: 04/12/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Air pollution causes oxidative stress that leads to inflammatory diseases and premature aging of the skin. The purpose of this study was to examine the antioxidant effect of Korean propolis on oxidative stress in human epidermal HaCaT keratinocytes exposed to particulate matter with a diameter of less than 10 μm (PM10). The total ethanol extract of propolis was solvent-fractionated with water and methylene chloride to divide into a hydrophilic fraction and a lipophilic fraction. The lipophilic fraction of propolis was slightly more cytotoxic, and the hydrophilic fraction was much less cytotoxic than the total extract. The hydrophilic fraction did not affect the viability of cells exposed to PM10, but the total propolis extract and the lipophilic fraction aggravated the toxicity of PM10. The total extract and hydrophilic fraction inhibited PM10-induced ROS production and lipid peroxidation in a concentration-dependent manner, whereas the lipophilic fraction did not show such effects. High-performance liquid chromatography with photodiode array detection (HPLC-DAD) analysis showed that the hydrophilic fraction contained phenylpropanoids, such as caffeic acid, p-coumaric acid, and ferulic acid, whereas the lipophilic faction contained caffeic acid phenethyl ester (CAPE). The former three compounds inhibited PM10-induced ROS production, lipid peroxidation, and/or glutathione oxidation, and ferulic acid was the most effective among them, but CAPE exhibited cytotoxicity and aggravated the toxicity of PM10. This study suggests that Korean propolis, when properly purified, has the potential to be used as a cosmetic material that helps to alleviate the skin toxicity of air pollutants.
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- In Ah Bae
- Department of Biomedical Science, The Graduate School, Kyungpook National University, 680 Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu 41944, Korea; (I.A.B.); (J.W.H.); (J.Y.C.)
- BK21 Plus KNU Biomedical Convergence Program, Kyungpook National University, 680 Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu 41944, Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, The Graduate School, Kyungpook National University, 680 Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu 41944, Korea; (I.A.B.); (J.W.H.); (J.Y.C.)
- BK21 Plus KNU Biomedical Convergence Program, Kyungpook National University, 680 Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu 41944, Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, The Graduate School, Kyungpook National University, 680 Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu 41944, Korea; (I.A.B.); (J.W.H.); (J.Y.C.)
- BK21 Plus KNU Biomedical Convergence Program, Kyungpook National University, 680 Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu 41944, Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, The Graduate School, Kyungpook National University, 680 Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu 41944, Korea; (I.A.B.); (J.W.H.); (J.Y.C.)
- BK21 Plus KNU Biomedical Convergence Program, Kyungpook National University, 680 Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu 41944, Korea
- Department of Molecular Medicine, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, 680 Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu 41944, Korea
- Cell and Matrix Research Institute, Kyungpook National University, 680 Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu 41944, Korea
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +82-53-420-4946
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Kimsa-Dudek M, Synowiec-Wojtarowicz A, Krawczyk A, Kosowska A, Kimsa-Furdzik M, Francuz T. The Apoptotic Effect of Caffeic or Chlorogenic Acid on the C32 Cells That Have Simultaneously Been Exposed to a Static Magnetic Field. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23073859. [PMID: 35409218 PMCID: PMC8999068 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23073859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2022] [Revised: 03/28/2022] [Accepted: 03/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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The induction of apoptosis is one of the main goals of the designed anti-cancer therapies. In recent years, increased attention has been paid to the physical factors such as magnetic fields and to the natural bioactive compounds and the possibilities using them in medicine. Hence, the aim of this study was to evaluate the anti-tumor effect of caffeic or chlorogenic acid in combination with a moderate-strength static magnetic field on C32 melanoma cells by assessing the effect of both factors on the apoptotic process. The apoptosis of the C32 cells was evaluated using a flow cytometry analysis. The expression of the apoptosis-associated genes was determined using the RT-qPCR technique. The caspase activity and the concentration of the oxidative damage markers were also measured. It was found that phenolic acids and a static magnetic field trigger the apoptosis of the C32 cells and also affect the expression of the genes encoding the apoptosis regulatory proteins. In conclusion, our study indicated that both of the phenolic acids and a static magnetic field can be used supportively in the treatment of melanoma and that caffeic acid is more pro-apoptotic than chlorogenic acid.
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- Magdalena Kimsa-Dudek
- Department of Nutrigenomics and Bromatology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Jednosci 8, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland; (A.S.-W.); (A.K.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +48-32-364-11-72
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- Department of Nutrigenomics and Bromatology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Jednosci 8, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland; (A.S.-W.); (A.K.)
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- Department of Nutrigenomics and Bromatology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Jednosci 8, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland; (A.S.-W.); (A.K.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia, Medyków 18, 40-752 Katowice, Poland; (A.K.); (M.K.-F.); (T.F.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia, Medyków 18, 40-752 Katowice, Poland; (A.K.); (M.K.-F.); (T.F.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia, Medyków 18, 40-752 Katowice, Poland; (A.K.); (M.K.-F.); (T.F.)
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Hileuskaya AE, Nikalaichuk VV, Kraskouski AN, Hileuskaya KS, Kulikouskaya VI, Kalatskaja JN, Nedved EL, Vialichka NI, Laman NA. Chitosan–Hydroxycinnamic Acid Conjugates: Synthesis, Physicochemical Characteristics, and Estimation of Their Influence on Productivity and Quality of the Radish. APPL BIOCHEM MICRO+ 2022. [DOI: 10.1134/s0003683822020065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Increase in thermal stability of strawberry anthocyanins with amino acid copigmentation. Food Chem 2022; 384:132518. [PMID: 35219234 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.132518] [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: 06/15/2021] [Revised: 02/16/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Copigmentation effects of aspartic acid, proline and valine on individual anthocyanins in strawberry juice (SJ) were investigated during heating at 90, 105 and 150 °C. Aspartic acid increased (4.5-45.6%) total anthocyanin stability at all temperatures, while proline and valine had no effect at 90 °C but reduced (2.2-19.4%) stability at 150 °C. At 90 °C, aspartic acid and valine caused the highest Amax. Evaluating changes in individual anthocyanin contents, Amax, colour density and polymeric colour of SJs together revealed that aspartic acid had copigmentation effects on pelargonidin-3-glucoside and pelargonidin-3-rutinoside, whereas valine on pelargonidin-3-glucoside and cyanidin-3-glucoside. At 105 °C, all amino acids increased (7.9-33.1%) stabilities of pelargonidin-3-glucoside, pelargonidin-3-rutinoside, Amax and colour density all of which together pointed out the copigmentation. At 150 °C, interactions between "aspartic acid-pelargonidin-3-glucoside," "proline-pelargonidin-3-rutinoside" and "valine-pelargonidin-3-rutinoside" resulted in high colour density. Thus, among these amino acids, selection should be based on the heating temperature and anthocyanin profile of the product.
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Doniec J, Florkiewicz A, Socha R, Filipiak‐Florkiewicz A. Polyphenolic acid content in
Brassica
vegetables during hydrothermal treatment with salt addition. J FOOD PROCESS PRES 2022. [DOI: 10.1111/jfpp.16219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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- Joanna Doniec
- Department of Plant Products Technology and Nutrition Hygiene Faculty of Food Technology University of Agriculture in Krakow Krakow Poland
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- Department of Food Analysis and Quality Assessment Faculty of Food Technology University of Agriculture in Krakow Krakow Poland
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- Department of Food Analysis and Quality Assessment Faculty of Food Technology University of Agriculture in Krakow Krakow Poland
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- Department of Plant Products Technology and Nutrition Hygiene Faculty of Food Technology University of Agriculture in Krakow Krakow Poland
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Kaur R, Sood A, Lang DK, Arora R, Kumar N, Diwan V, Saini B. Natural Products as Sources of Multitarget Compounds: Advances in the Development of Ferulic Acid as Multitarget Therapeutic. Curr Top Med Chem 2022; 22:347-365. [PMID: 35040403 DOI: 10.2174/1568026622666220117105740] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2021] [Revised: 11/25/2021] [Accepted: 12/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Nature has provided therapeutic substances for millennia, with many valuable medications derived from plant sources. Multitarget drugs become essential in the management of various disorders including hepatic disorders, neurological disorders, diabetes, and carcinomas. Ferulic acid is a significant potential therapeutic agent, which is easily available at low cost, possesses a low toxicity profile, and has minimum side effects. Ferulic acid exhibits various therapeutic actions by modulation of various signal transduction pathways such as Nrf2, p38, and mTOR. The actions exhibited by ferulic acid include anti-apoptosis, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, anticarcinogenic, hepatoprotection, cardioprotection, activation of transcriptional factors, expression of genes, regulation of enzyme activity, and neuroprotection, which further help in treating various pathophysiological conditions such as cancer, skin diseases, brain disorders, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, hypoxia, hepatic disorders, H1N1 flu, and viral infections. The current review focuses on the significance of natural products as sources of multitarget compounds and a primary focus has been made on ferulic acid and its mechanism, role, and protective action in various ailments.
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- Rajwinder Kaur
- Chitkara College of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Punjab, India
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- Chitkara College of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Punjab, India
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- Chitkara College of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Punjab, India
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- National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, India
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- Centre for Chronic Disease, The University of Queensland, Australia
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- Chitkara College of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Punjab, India
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Truong DH, Ngo TC, Nhung NTA, Quang DT, Nguyen TLA, Khiri D, Taamalli S, Louis F, El Bakali A, Dao DQ. New insights into the competition between antioxidant activities and pro-oxidant risks of rosmarinic acid. RSC Adv 2022; 12:1499-1514. [PMID: 35425185 PMCID: PMC8978883 DOI: 10.1039/d1ra07599c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2021] [Accepted: 12/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Direct and indirect antioxidant activities of rosmarinic acid (RA) based on HOO˙/CH3OO˙ radical scavenging and Fe(iii)/Fe(ii) ion chelation were theoretically studied using density functional theory at the M05-2X/6-311++G(2df,2p) level of theory. First, four antioxidant mechanisms including hydrogen atom transfer (HAT), radical adduct formation (RAF), proton loss (PL) and single electron transfer (SET) were investigated in water and pentyl ethanoate (PEA) phases. Regarding the free radical scavenging mechanism, HAT plays a decisive role with overall rate coefficients of 1.84 × 103 M−1 s−1 (HOO˙) and 4.49 × 103 M−1 s−1 (CH3OO˙) in water. In contrast to PL, RAF and especially SET processes, the HAT reaction in PEA is slightly more favorable than that in water. Second, the [Fe(iii)(H2O)6]3+ and [Fe(ii)(H2O)6]2+ ion chelating processes in an aqueous phase are both favorable and spontaneous especially at the O5, site-1, and site-2 positions with large negative ΔrG0 values and great formation constant Kf. Finally, the pro-oxidant risk of RA− was also considered via the Fe(iii)-to-Fe(ii) complex reduction process, which may initiate Fenton-like reactions forming reactive HO˙ radicals. As a result, RA− does not enhance the reduction process when ascorbate anions are present as reducing agents, whereas the pro-oxidant risk becomes remarkable when superoxide anions are found. The results encourage further attempts to verify the speculation using more powerful research implementations of the antioxidant activities of rosmarinic acid in relationship with its possible pro-oxidant risks. Direct and indirect antioxidant activities of rosmarinic acid (RA) based on HOO˙/CH3OO˙ radical scavenging and Fe(iii)/Fe(ii) ion chelation were theoretically studied using density functional theory at the M05-2X/6-311++G(2df,2p) level of theory.![]()
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- Dinh Hieu Truong
- Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University Da Nang 550000 Vietnam .,Faculty of Natural Sciences, Duy Tan University Da Nang 550000 Vietnam
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- Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University Da Nang 550000 Vietnam .,Faculty of Natural Sciences, Duy Tan University Da Nang 550000 Vietnam
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Sciences, Hue University Hue 530000 Vietnam
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Sciences, Hue University Hue 530000 Vietnam
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- Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University Da Nang 550000 Vietnam .,Faculty of Natural Sciences, Duy Tan University Da Nang 550000 Vietnam
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Education, Hue University Hue 530000 Vietnam
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Education, Hue University Hue 530000 Vietnam
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Education, Hue University Hue 530000 Vietnam
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- Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University Da Nang 550000 Vietnam .,Faculty of Natural Sciences, Duy Tan University Da Nang 550000 Vietnam
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GAO Q, LI Y, LI Y, ZHANG Z, LIANG Y. Antioxidant and prooxidant activities of phenolic acids commonly existed in vegetables and their relationship with structures. FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1590/fst.07622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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- Qingchao GAO
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory for Food Quality and Safety, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory for Food Quality and Safety, China
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- Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Science, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory for Food Quality and Safety, China; Jiangsu University, China
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Radović Jakovljević M, Stanković M, Vuković N, Vukić M, Grujičić D, Milošević-Djordjević O. Comparative study of the genotoxic activity of Artemisia vulgaris L. and Artemisia alba Turra extracts in vitro. Drug Chem Toxicol 2021; 45:1915-1922. [PMID: 34844486 DOI: 10.1080/01480545.2021.2007025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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In this study, the genotoxic activity of acetone and aqueous extracts of two species of genus Artemisia (Artemisia vulgaris L. and Artemisia alba Turra), and possible role of their polyphenolic composition in the observed activities were investigated. Polyphenolic contents were evaluated by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC-PDA), while the genotoxic activity was tested using cytokinesis block micronucleus (CBMN) assay on human peripheral blood lymphocytes (PBLs) in vitro. HPLC-PDA showed that both A. alba extracts were richer in polyphenolic contents than A. vulgaris extracts. The acetone A. alba extract was the richest of polyphenolic content where we detected six phenolic acids and two flavonoids. CBMN assay showed that aqueous extract of A. vulgaris significantly increased micronucleus (MN) frequency in the PBLs treated with all tested concentrations (10, 50, 100, and 250 µg/mL), while A. alba did not significantly affect the mean MN frequency. Further, both acetone extracts were genotoxic in all tested concentrations, except the lowest tested (10 µg/mL) of A. alba. All tested extracts affected the nuclear division index (NDI) except the aqueous A. alba extract (p < 0.05). Based on our results, we can conclude that both acetone and aqueous A. vulgaris extracts and A. alba acetone extract were genotoxic in PBLs in vitro. A. alba aqueous extract was not genotoxic and cytotoxic in tested concentrations. We suggest that the aqueous extract of A. alba can be used in treatment, which has been confirmed by traditional medicine, but with a high dose of caution and not in high concentrations.
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- Department of Biology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Serbia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Serbia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Serbia
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- Department of Biology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Serbia
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- Department of Biology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Serbia.,Department of Genetics, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Serbia
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Linić I, Mlinarić S, Brkljačić L, Pavlović I, Smolko A, Salopek-Sondi B. Ferulic Acid and Salicylic Acid Foliar Treatments Reduce Short-Term Salt Stress in Chinese Cabbage by Increasing Phenolic Compounds Accumulation and Photosynthetic Performance. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 10:2346. [PMID: 34834709 PMCID: PMC8619474 DOI: 10.3390/plants10112346] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2021] [Revised: 10/22/2021] [Accepted: 10/27/2021] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
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Salinity stress is one of the most damaging abiotic stresses to plants, causing disturbances in physiological, biochemical, and metabolic processes. The exogenous application of natural metabolites is a useful strategy to reduce the adverse effects of stress on crops. We investigated the effect of foliar application of salicylic acid (SA) and ferulic acid (FA) (10-100 μM) on short-term salt-stressed (150 mM NaCl, 72 h) Chinese cabbage plants. Subsequently, proline level, photosynthetic performance, phenolic metabolites with special focus on selected phenolic acids (sinapic acid (SiA), FA, SA), flavonoids (quercetin (QUE), kaempferol (KAE)), and antioxidant activity were investigated in salt-stressed and phenolic acid-treated plants compared with the corresponding controls. Salt stress caused a significant increase in SA and proline contents, a decrease in phenolic compounds, antioxidant activity, and photosynthetic performance, especially due to the impairment of PSI function. SA and FA treatments, with a concentration of 10 μM, had attenuated effects on salt-stressed plants, causing a decrease in proline and SA level, and indicating that the plants suffered less metabolic disturbance. Polyphenolic compounds, especially FA, SiA, KAE, and QUE, were increased in FA and SA treatments in salt-stressed plants. Consequently, antioxidant activities were increased, and photosynthetic performances were improved. FA resulted in a better ameliorative effect on salt stress compared to SA.
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- Ida Linić
- Department for Molecular Biology, Ruđer Bošković Institute, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia; (I.L.); (I.P.); (A.S.)
- Department of Agriculture and Nutrition, Institute of Agriculture and Tourism, 52 440 Poreč, Croatia
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- Department of Biology, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, 31 000 Osijek, Croatia;
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- Department for Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry, Ruđer Bošković Institute, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia;
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- Department for Molecular Biology, Ruđer Bošković Institute, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia; (I.L.); (I.P.); (A.S.)
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- Department for Molecular Biology, Ruđer Bošković Institute, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia; (I.L.); (I.P.); (A.S.)
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- Department for Molecular Biology, Ruđer Bošković Institute, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia; (I.L.); (I.P.); (A.S.)
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Rampelotto CR, Pereira VG, da Silva Silveira L, Rossato A, Machado AK, Sagrillo MR, Gündel A, Burger ME, Schaffazick SR, de Bona da Silva C. Ferulic acid-loaded nanocapsules: Evaluation of mucosal interaction, safety and antioxidant activity in human mononucleated cells. Toxicol In Vitro 2021; 78:105259. [PMID: 34666174 DOI: 10.1016/j.tiv.2021.105259] [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: 04/09/2021] [Revised: 09/17/2021] [Accepted: 10/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Ferulic acid (FA) is a phenolic compound that has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticarcinogenic properties besides presenting cytoprotective activity. It has limited oral bioavailability what is a challenge to its therapeutic application. In this way, this investigation aimed to develop FA-loaded nanocapsule suspensions (NC-FA) prepared with ethylcellulose and evaluate their in vitro release profile, mucoadhesion and irritation potential; scavenging capacity, cytotoxicity, cytoprotection and genoprotection against hydrogen peroxide-induced damage in hMNC (human Mononucleated Cells) culture. The nanocapsules presented physicochemical characteristics compatible with colloidal systems (NC-FA: 112 ± 3 nm; NC-B (without FA): 107 ± 3 nm; PdI < 0.2; Span<2.0 and negative zeta potential). In addition, the nanoparticulate system promoted the FA controlled release, increasing the half-life twice through the in vitro dialysis method. NC-FA and NC-B were able to interact with mucin, which is an indicative of mucoadhesive properties and the association of FA with nanocapsules showed decreased irritation by HET-CAM method. Besides, the NC-FA did not present cytotoxicity in hMNC and improved the ATBS radical scavenging capacity. Besides, it prevented, treated and reversed oxidative conditions in a H2O2-induced model in hMNC. Thus, this nanocarrier formulation is promising to perform more preclinical investigations focusing on diseases involving oxidative mechanisms.
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- Camila Reck Rampelotto
- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Departamento de Farmácia Industrial, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Nanociências, Universidade Franciscana, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Nanociências, Universidade Franciscana, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Farmacologia, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria (UFSM), Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Departamento de Farmácia Industrial, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil; Departamento de Farmácia Industrial, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
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Valadez-García KM, Avendaño-Reyes L, Meza-Herrera CA, Mellado M, Díaz-Molina R, González-Ríos H, Macías-Cruz U. Ferulic acid in animal feeding: Mechanisms of action, productive benefits, and future perspectives in meat production. FOOD BIOSCI 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fbio.2021.101247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Kilic S, Oz E, Oz F. Effect of turmeric on the reduction of heterocyclic aromatic amines and quality of chicken meatballs. Food Control 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2021.108189] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Mohamed Nasir A, Ishak N. Optimizing Double Imprinted Polymeric Membrane (DIPM) for the simultaneous selective extraction of quercetin and caffeic acid. SEP SCI TECHNOL 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/01496395.2021.1967394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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- Azalina Mohamed Nasir
- Faculty Of Chemical Engineering Technology, University Malaysia Perlis, Sungai Chuchuh, Perlis, Malaysia
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- Faculty Of Chemical Engineering Technology, University Malaysia Perlis, Sungai Chuchuh, Perlis, Malaysia
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Calabrese EJ, Agathokleous E, Calabrese V. Ferulic acid and hormesis: Biomedical and environmental implications. Mech Ageing Dev 2021; 198:111544. [PMID: 34274398 DOI: 10.1016/j.mad.2021.111544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2021] [Revised: 07/09/2021] [Accepted: 07/13/2021] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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The present paper provides the first systematic assessment of the capacity of ferulic acid to induce hormetic dose responses in biological systems. Ferulic acid induced hormetic effects in a broad range of animal models, affecting numerous biological endpoints, with particular focus on neuroprotective effects. Emerging evidence in multiple biomedical systems indicates that the hormetic effects of ferulic acid depend upon the activation of the transcription factor Nrf2. Ferulic acid was also shown to have an important role in ecological settings, being routinely released into the environment by numerous plant species, acting as an allelopathic agent affecting the growth of neighboring species via hormetic dose responses. These findings demonstrate the potential ecological and biomedical importance of ferulic acid effects and that these effects are commonly expressed via the hormetic dose response, suggesting complex multisystem evolutionary regulatory strategies.
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- Edward J Calabrese
- Department of Environmental Health Sciences, Morrill I, N344, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA, 01003, USA.
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- Key Laboratory of Agrometeorology of Jiangsu Province, Department of Ecology, School of Applied Meteorology, Nanjing University of Information Science & Technology, Nanjing, 210044, China.
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- Department of Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences, School of Medicine University of Catania, Via Santa Sofia 97, Catania, 95123, Italy.
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Liu Y, Lin Q, Huang X, Jiang G, Li C, Zhang X, Liu S, He L, Liu Y, Dai Q, Huang X. Effects of Dietary Ferulic Acid on the Intestinal Microbiota and the Associated Changes on the Growth Performance, Serum Cytokine Profile, and Intestinal Morphology in Ducks. Front Microbiol 2021; 12:698213. [PMID: 34326826 PMCID: PMC8313987 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2021.698213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2021] [Accepted: 06/09/2021] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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The present study investigated the effects of ferulic acid (FA) on the growth performance, serum cytokine profile, intestinal morphology, and intestinal microbiota in ducks at the growing stage. 300 female Linwu ducks at 28 days of age with similar body weights were randomly divided into five groups. Each group contained six replicates of 10 birds. The dietary treatments were corn-soybean-based diet supplemented with FA at the concentrations of 0 (control), 100, 200, 400, and 800 mg/kg diet. The results demonstrated that dietary FA at the levels of 200, 400, and 800 mg/kg increased the average daily gain (P = 0.01), 400 and 800 mg/kg FA increased the final body weight (P = 0.02), 100, 200, and 800 mg/kg FA increased the serum glutathione (P = 0.01), and 100, 400, and 800 mg/kg FA increased the glutathione peroxidase activities in birds (P < 0.01). Additionally, 200, 400, and 800 mg/kg dietary FA lowered the serum levels of interleukin-2 (P = 0.02) and interleukin-6 (P = 0.04). Moreover, the morphometric study of the intestines indicated that 400 mg/kg FA decreased the crypt depth in jejunum (P = 0.01) and caecum (P = 0.04), and increased the ratio of villus height to crypt depth in jejunum (P = 0.02). Significant linear and/or quadratic relationships were found between FA concentration and the measured parameters. 16S rRNA sequencing revealed that dietary FA increased the populations of genera Faecalibacterium, Paludicola, RF39, and Faecalicoccus in the cecum (P < 0.05), whereas decreased the populations of Anaerofilum and UCG-002 (P < 0.05). The Spearman correlation analysis indicated that phylum Proteobacteria were negatively, but order Oscillospirales, and family Ruminococcaceae were positively related to the parameters of the growth performance. Phylum Bacteroidetes, class Negativicutes and family Rikenellaceae were negatively associated with the parameters of the antioxidative capability. And phylum Cyanobacteria, Elusimicrobia, and Bacteroidetes, class Bacilli, family Rikenellaceae, and genus Prevotella were positively associated with the parameters of the immunological capability. Thus, it was concluded that the supplementations of 400 mg/kg FA in diet was able to improve the growth performance, antioxidative and immunological capabilities, intestinal morphology, and modulated the gut microbial construction of Linwu ducks at the growing stage.
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- Yang Liu
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Hunan Agriculture University, Changsha, China.,Hunan Institute of Animal and Veterinary Science, Changsha, China
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- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, China
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- Hunan Institute of Animal and Veterinary Science, Changsha, China
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- Hunan Institute of Animal and Veterinary Science, Changsha, China
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- Hunan Institute of Animal and Veterinary Science, Changsha, China
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- Hunan Institute of Animal and Veterinary Science, Changsha, China
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- Shandong Lonct Enzymes Co., Ltd., Linyi, China
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- Animal Husbandry and Fisheries Affairs Center, Huaihua, China
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- Hunan Perfly Biotech Co., Ltd., Changsha, China
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- Hunan Institute of Animal and Veterinary Science, Changsha, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Hunan Agriculture University, Changsha, China
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Recent advances in cellular effects of fluoride: an update on its signalling pathway and targeted therapeutic approaches. Mol Biol Rep 2021; 48:5661-5673. [PMID: 34254226 DOI: 10.1007/s11033-021-06523-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2021] [Accepted: 06/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Fluoride is a natural element essential in minute quantities in human's to maintain dental and skeletal health. However, the disease fluorosis manifests itself due to excessive fluoride intake mostly through drinking water and sometimes through food. At the cellular energetics level, fluoride is a known inhibitor of glycolysis. At the tissue level, the effect of fluoride has been more pronounced in the musculoskeletal systems due to its ability to retain fluoride. Fluoride alters dentinogenesis, thereby affecting the tooth enamel formation. In bones, fluoride alters the osteogenesis by replacing calcium, thus resulting in bone deformities. In skeletal muscles, high concentration and long term exposure to fluoride causes loss of muscle proteins leading to atrophy. Although fluorosis is quite a familiar problem, the exact molecular pathway is not yet clear. Extensive research on the effects of fluoride on various organs and its toxicity was reported. Indeed, it is clear that high and chronic exposure to fluoride causes cellular apoptosis. Accordingly, in this review, we have highlighted fluoride-mediated apoptosis via two vital pathways, mitochondrial-mediated and endoplasmic reticulum stress pathways. This review also elaborates on new cellular energetic, apoptotic pathways and therapeutic strategies targeted to treat fluorosis.
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Sapna I, Jayadeep A. Role of endoxylanase and its concentrations in enhancing the nutraceutical components and bioactivities of red rice bran. Lebensm Wiss Technol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lwt.2021.111675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Hanuma Kumar GEN, Kumar SS, Balaji M, Maurya DK, Kesavulu M. Pterocarpus santalinus L. extract mitigates gamma radiation-inflicted derangements in BALB/c mice by Nrf2 upregulation. Biomed Pharmacother 2021; 141:111801. [PMID: 34146850 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2021.111801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2021] [Revised: 05/24/2021] [Accepted: 06/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Plant-based natural extracts contain several nutrients and bioactive compounds, such as phenolics and flavonoids, that possess various health-promoting activities. This study investigated the effects of polyphenols from Pterocarpus santalinus hydroalcoholic extract (PSHE) against gamma radiation-induced derangements via the upregulation of Nrf2. Ultra High Performance Liquid Chromatography Coupled to High Resolution Mass Spectrometry (UHPLC-HRMS/MS) analysis was performed to identify the possible radioprotectors. In vivo and in vitro studies, namely Real-Time-PCR (RT-PCR) analysis, Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) scavenging activity, lipid peroxidation and GSH levels, DNA damage and cell death studies, anti-inflammatory (Sandwich ELISA), immunomodulatory studies (antibody staining), and model free radical scavenging assays, were performed. Vanillic acid, protocatechuic acid, para-hydroxybenzoic acid, chlorogenic acid, TNF-α inhibitor (Eudesmin), isoflavone (Daidzein 7-o-glucoside), astragalin (Kaempferol 3-o-glycoside), and other polyphenols were identified in PSHE using UHPLC-HRMS/MS analysis. Prophylactic administration of PSHE (-1 h) rendered more than 33% survival in mice exposed to 8 Gy whole-body-irradiation with increased mice survival and recovery of bone marrow and spleen cellularity. Real-time RT-PCR analysis showed that PSHE treatment (50 µg/mL) upregulated Nrf2, HO-1, and GPX-1 in mice splenocytes. At 50 µg/mL, PSHE reduced ROSscavenging activity, mitochondrial and spleen membrane lipid peroxidation levels, DNA damage, and cell death, and increased GSH levels. At 10 µg/mL, PSHE treatment diminished the content of IL-6 and TNF-α. At 50 µg/mL, PSHE suppressed lymphocyte proliferation. These findings indicate that polyphenols of PSHE possess marked antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory capacities, which play important roles in the prevention of radiation damage.
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- Ghali E N Hanuma Kumar
- Department of Biochemistry, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati 517502, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati 517502, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati 517502, Andhra Pradesh, India.
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- Radiation Biology & Health Sciences Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, Maharashtra, India.
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- Sree Vidyanikethan Engineering College, Tirupati 517102, Andhra Pradesh, India
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Suliman RS, Alghamdi SS, Ali R, Aljatli DA, Huwaizi S, Suliman R, Albadrani GM, Tolayyan AA, Alghanem B. Metabolites Profiling, In Vitro, In Vivo, Computational Pharmacokinetics and Biological Predictions of Aloe perryi Resins Methanolic Extract. PLANTS 2021; 10:plants10061106. [PMID: 34070945 PMCID: PMC8227737 DOI: 10.3390/plants10061106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2021] [Revised: 05/26/2021] [Accepted: 05/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Background: Aloe perryi is a traditional herb that has various biological and pharmacological properties such as anti-inflammatory, laxative, antiviral, antidiabetic, and antitumor effects, which have not been deliberated before. The current investigation aims to evaluate in vitro cytotoxicity against several cancer cell lines in addition to in vivo anti-inflammatory activities of Aloe perryi extract using a rat animal model. Moreover, the pharmacokinetic properties of bioactive constituents and possible biological targets were assessed and evaluated. The methanolic extract of Aloe perryi was prepared by maceration, to tentatively identify the biomolecules of the Aloe perryi extract, analytical LC–QTOF-MS method was employed for Aloe perryi methanolic extract. The cytotoxic activity was examined in six cancer cell lines using Titer-Glo assay and the IC50s were calculated in addition to in silico target predictions and in vivo anti-inflammatory activity assessment. Subsequently, the pharmacokinetics of the identified active components of Aloe perryi were predicted using SwissADME, and target prediction using the Molinspiration webserver. The cytotoxic activity on HL60 and MDA-MB-231 was moderately affected by the Aloe perryi extract with IC50 of 63.81, and 89.85 μg/mL, respectively, with no activity on other cells lines. Moreover, the Aloe perryi extract exhibited a significant increase in wound contraction, hair growth, and complete re-epithelization when compared with the negative control. The pharmacokinetic properties of the bioactive constituents suggested a good pharmaceutical profile for the active compounds and nuclear receptors and enzymes were the two main possible targets for these active compounds. Our results demonstrated the promising activity of Aloe perryi extract with cytotoxic and anti-inflammatory properties, indicating a potential therapeutic utility of this plant in various disease conditions.
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- Rasha Saad Suliman
- College of Pharmacy, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh 14611, Saudi Arabia; (S.S.A.); (D.A.A.)
- Medical Research Core Facility and Platforms, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia; (R.A.); (S.H.); (A.A.T.); (B.A.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +966-11-429-9999 (ext. 99570)
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- College of Pharmacy, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh 14611, Saudi Arabia; (S.S.A.); (D.A.A.)
- Medical Research Core Facility and Platforms, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia; (R.A.); (S.H.); (A.A.T.); (B.A.)
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- Medical Research Core Facility and Platforms, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia; (R.A.); (S.H.); (A.A.T.); (B.A.)
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- College of Pharmacy, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh 14611, Saudi Arabia; (S.S.A.); (D.A.A.)
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- Medical Research Core Facility and Platforms, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia; (R.A.); (S.H.); (A.A.T.); (B.A.)
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- Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Prince Sultan Military College of Health Sciences, Dahran 34313, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11564, Saudi Arabia;
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- Medical Research Core Facility and Platforms, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia; (R.A.); (S.H.); (A.A.T.); (B.A.)
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- Medical Research Core Facility and Platforms, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia; (R.A.); (S.H.); (A.A.T.); (B.A.)
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Smith DFQ, Camacho E, Thakur R, Barron AJ, Dong Y, Dimopoulos G, Broderick NA, Casadevall A. Glyphosate inhibits melanization and increases susceptibility to infection in insects. PLoS Biol 2021; 19:e3001182. [PMID: 33979323 PMCID: PMC8115815 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pbio.3001182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2020] [Accepted: 03/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Melanin, a black-brown pigment found throughout all kingdoms of life, has diverse biological functions including UV protection, thermoregulation, oxidant scavenging, arthropod immunity, and microbial virulence. Given melanin's broad roles in the biosphere, particularly in insect immune defenses, it is important to understand how exposure to ubiquitous environmental contaminants affects melanization. Glyphosate-the most widely used herbicide globally-inhibits melanin production, which could have wide-ranging implications in the health of many organisms, including insects. Here, we demonstrate that glyphosate has deleterious effects on insect health in 2 evolutionary distant species, Galleria mellonella (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) and Anopheles gambiae (Diptera: Culicidae), suggesting a broad effect in insects. Glyphosate reduced survival of G. mellonella caterpillars following infection with the fungus Cryptococcus neoformans and decreased the size of melanized nodules formed in hemolymph, which normally help eliminate infection. Glyphosate also increased the burden of the malaria-causing parasite Plasmodium falciparum in A. gambiae mosquitoes, altered uninfected mosquito survival, and perturbed the microbial composition of adult mosquito midguts. Our results show that glyphosate's mechanism of melanin inhibition involves antioxidant synergy and disruption of the reaction oxidation-reduction balance. Overall, these findings suggest that glyphosate's environmental accumulation could render insects more susceptible to microbial pathogens due to melanin inhibition, immune impairment, and perturbations in microbiota composition, potentially contributing to declines in insect populations.
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- Daniel F. Q. Smith
- W. Harry Feinstone Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
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- W. Harry Feinstone Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
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- Department of Biology, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore Maryland, United States of America
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- W. Harry Feinstone Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
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- W. Harry Feinstone Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
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- Department of Biology, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore Maryland, United States of America
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- W. Harry Feinstone Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
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