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Basudkar V, Gujrati G, Ajgaonkar S, Gandhi M, Mehta D, Nair S. Emerging Vistas for the Nutraceutical Withania somnifera in Inflammaging. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2024; 17:597. [PMID: 38794167 PMCID: PMC11123800 DOI: 10.3390/ph17050597] [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: 04/08/2024] [Revised: 04/26/2024] [Accepted: 05/03/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
Abstract
Inflammaging, a coexistence of inflammation and aging, is a persistent, systemic, low-grade inflammation seen in the geriatric population. Various natural compounds have been greatly explored for their potential role in preventing and treating inflammaging. Withania somnifera has been used for thousands of years in traditional medicine as a nutraceutical for its numerous health benefits including regenerative and adaptogenic effects. Recent preclinical and clinical studies on the role of Withania somnifera and its active compounds in treating aging, inflammation, and oxidative stress have shown promise for its use in healthy aging. We discuss the chemistry of Withania somnifera, the etiology of inflammaging and the protective role(s) of Withania somnifera in inflammaging in key organ systems including brain, lung, kidney, and liver as well as the mechanistic underpinning of these effects. Furthermore, we elucidate the beneficial effects of Withania somnifera in oxidative stress/DNA damage, immunomodulation, COVID-19, and the microbiome. We also delineate a putative protein-protein interaction network of key biomarkers modulated by Withania somnifera in inflammaging. In addition, we review the safety/potential toxicity of Withania somnifera as well as global clinical trials on Withania somnifera. Taken together, this is a synthetic review on the beneficial effects of Withania somnifera in inflammaging and highlights the potential of Withania somnifera in improving the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in the aging population worldwide.
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- Vivek Basudkar
- PhytoVeda Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai 400 022, India
- Viridis Biopharma Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai 400 022, India
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- PhytoVeda Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai 400 022, India
- Viridis Biopharma Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai 400 022, India
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- PhytoVeda Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai 400 022, India
- Viridis Biopharma Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai 400 022, India
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- College of Medicine, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
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- PhytoVeda Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai 400 022, India
- Viridis Biopharma Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai 400 022, India
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- PhytoVeda Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai 400 022, India
- Viridis Biopharma Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai 400 022, India
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Liu X, Chen C, Lin Y, Liu Y, Cai S, Li D, Li L, Xiao P, Yi F. Withania somnifera root extract inhibits MGO-induced skin fibroblast cells dysfunction via ECM-integrin interaction. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 323:117699. [PMID: 38185262 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117699] [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: 10/24/2023] [Revised: 12/19/2023] [Accepted: 12/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2024]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal, known as Ashwagandha, has long been used in traditional medicine in Ayurveda, India, a representative adaptogen. The main active constituents of W. somnifera are withanolides, and the root is often used as a medicine with a wide range of pharmacological activities, which can be used to treat insomnia, neurasthenia, diabetes mellitus and skin cancer. AIM OF THE STUDY Whole-component qualitative and quantitative analyses were performed on W. somnifera. We explored the ameliorative effect of the adaptogen representative plant W. somnifera on the senescence events of MGO-injured fibroblasts and its action mechanism and verified the hypotheses that WS can inhibit the accumulation of AGEs and regulate the dynamic balance among the components of the ECM by modulating the expression of integrin β1 receptor; as a result, WS maintains cellular behavioural and biological functions in a normal range and retards the aging of skin from the cellular level. MATERIALS AND METHODS In this study, the components of WS were first qualitatively and quantitatively analysed by HPLC fingerprinting and LC-MS detection. Second, a model of MGO-induced injury of CML-overexpressing fibroblasts was established. ELISA was used to detect CML expression and the synthesis of key extracellular matrix ECM protein components COL1, FN1, LM5 and TNC synthesis; CCK-8 was used to detect cell viability; EDU was used to detect cell proliferation capacity; fluorescence was used to detect cell adhesion capacity; and migration assay were used to detect cell migration capacity; qRT-PCR was used to detect the regulatory pathway TGF-β1 and MMP-2, MMP-9 in ECMs; immunofluorescence was used to detect the expression of ITGB1; and WB was used to detect the expression of COL1, FN1, LM5, Tnc, TGF-β1, MMP-2, MMP-9 and ITGB1. RESULTS In total, 27 active ingredients were analysed from WS, which mainly consisted of withanolide components, such as withaferin A and withanolide A. Based on the model of MGO-induced fibroblast senescence injury, WS significantly inhibited CML synthesis. By up-regulating the expression of integrin β1, it upregulated the expression of the TGF-β1 gene, which is closely related to the generation of ECMs, downregulated the expression of the MMP-2 and MMP-9 genes, which are closely related to the degradation of ECMs, maintained the dynamic balance of the four types of ECMs, and improved cell viability as well as proliferation, migration and adhesion abilities. CONCLUSIONS WS can prevent cellular behavioural dysfunction and delay skin ageing by reducing the accumulation of CML, upregulating the expression of the ITGB1 receptor, maintaining the normal function of ECM-integrin receptor interaction and preventing an imbalance between the production and degradation of protein components of ECMs. The findings reported in this study suggest that WS as a CML inhibitor can modulate ECM-integrin homeostasis and has great potential in the field of aging retardation.
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- Xiaoxing Liu
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Plant Resources Research and Development, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China; Key Laboratory of Cosmetic, China National Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China; Institute of cosmetic regulatory science, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Plant Resources Research and Development, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China; Key Laboratory of Cosmetic, China National Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China; Institute of cosmetic regulatory science, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Plant Resources Research and Development, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China; Key Laboratory of Cosmetic, China National Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China; Institute of cosmetic regulatory science, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China
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- Hua An Tang Biotech Group Co., Ltd., No.13, Liuwei Street, Hualong Town, Panyu District, Guangzhou, 511434, PR China
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- Hua An Tang Biotech Group Co., Ltd., No.13, Liuwei Street, Hualong Town, Panyu District, Guangzhou, 511434, PR China
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- Hua An Tang Biotech Group Co., Ltd., No.13, Liuwei Street, Hualong Town, Panyu District, Guangzhou, 511434, PR China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Plant Resources Research and Development, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China; Key Laboratory of Cosmetic, China National Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China; Institute of cosmetic regulatory science, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China
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- Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, 151 Malianwa N, Haidian District, Beijing, 100193, PR China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Plant Resources Research and Development, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China; Key Laboratory of Cosmetic, China National Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China; Institute of cosmetic regulatory science, Beijing Technology and Business University, No. 11, Fucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, PR China.
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Choi YJ, Lee SY, Son SR, Park JY, Jang DS, Lee S. The Effects of Flavonol and Flavone Glucuronides from Potentilla chinensis Leaves on TNF-α-Exposed Normal Human Dermal Fibroblasts. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1803. [PMID: 37891882 PMCID: PMC10604389 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12101803] [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: 08/09/2023] [Revised: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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Skin aging is a complex biological process influenced by a variety of factors, including UV radiation. UV radiation accelerates collagen degradation via the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and cytokines, including TNF-α. In a prior investigation, the inhibitory properties of flavonol and flavone glucuronides derived from Potentilla chinensis on TNF-α-induced ROS and MMP-1 production were explored. Consequently, we verified the skin-protective effects of these flavonol and flavone glucuronides, including potentilloside A, from P. chinensis, and conducted a structure-activity relationship analysis as part of our ongoing research. We investigated the protective effects of the extract and its 11 isolates on TNF-α-stimulated normal human dermal fibroblasts (NHDFs). Ten flavonol and flavone glucuronides significantly inhibited ROS generation (except for 7) and suppressed MMP-1 secretion, except for 2. In contrast, six isolates (1, 5, 6, 11, 9, 10, and 11) showed a significant reverse effect on COLIA1 secretion. Comparing the three experimental results of each isolate, potentilloside A (1) showed the most potent skin cell-protective effect among the isolates. Evaluation of the signaling pathway of potentilloside A in TNF-α-stimulated NHDF revealed that potentilloside A inhibits the phosphorylation of ERK, JNK, and c-Jun. Taken together, these results suggest that compounds isolated from P. chinensis, especially potentilloside A, can be used to inhibit skin damage, including aging.
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- Yea Jung Choi
- College of Korean Medicine, Gachon University, Seongnam 13120, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea; (S.Y.L.); (S.-R.S.)
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- Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea; (S.Y.L.); (S.-R.S.)
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- Department of Food Science and Biotechnology, Kyonggi University, Suwon 16227, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea; (S.Y.L.); (S.-R.S.)
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- Department of Life Science, College of Bio-Nano Technology, Gachon University, Seongnam 13120, Republic of Korea
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Huuskonen L, Anglenius H, Ahonen I, Tiihonen K. Effects of Bacterial Lysates and Metabolites on Collagen Homeostasis in TNF-α-Challenged Human Dermal Fibroblasts. Microorganisms 2023; 11:1465. [PMID: 37374969 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms11061465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2023] [Revised: 05/23/2023] [Accepted: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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During skin aging, the production of extracellular matrix (ECM) proteins, such as type I collagen, decreases and the synthesis of ECM-degrading matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) rises, leading to an imbalance in homeostasis and to wrinkle formation. In this study, we examined the effects of bacterial lysates and metabolites from three bifidobacteria and five lactobacilli on collagen homeostasis in human dermal fibroblasts during challenge with tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), modeling an inflammatory condition that damages the skin's structure. Antiaging properties were measured, based on fibroblast cell viability and confluence, amount of type I pro-collagen, ratio of MMP-1 to type I pro-collagen, cytokines, and growth factors. The TNF-α challenge increased the MMP-1/type I pro-collagen ratio and levels of proinflammatory cytokines, as expected. With the probiotics, differences were clearly dependent on bacterial species, strain, and form. In general, the lysates elicited less pronounced responses in the biomarkers. Of all strains, the Bifidobacterium animalis ssp. lactis strains Bl-04 and B420 best maintained type I pro-collagen production and the MMP-1/collagen type I ratio under no-challenge and challenge conditions. Metabolites that were produced by bifidobacteria, but not their lysates, reduced several proinflammatory cytokines (IL-6, IL-8, and TNF-α) during the challenge, whereas those from lactobacilli did not. These results indicate that B. animalis ssp. lactis-produced metabolites, especially those of strains Bl-04 and B420, could support collagen homeostasis in the skin.
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- Laura Huuskonen
- IFF Health and Biosciences, Sokeritehtaantie 20, 02460 Kantvik, Finland
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- IFF Health and Biosciences, Sokeritehtaantie 20, 02460 Kantvik, Finland
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- IFF Health and Biosciences, Sokeritehtaantie 20, 02460 Kantvik, Finland
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Yang N, Shi N, Yao Z, Liu H, Guo W. Gallium-modified gelatin nanoparticles loaded with quercetin promote skin wound healing via the regulation of bacterial proliferation and macrophage polarization. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2023; 11:1124944. [PMID: 36777248 PMCID: PMC9908762 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2023.1124944] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2022] [Accepted: 01/13/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Background: Wound healing is a complicated process involving multiple cell components and can help the re-establishment of the skin's barrier function. Previous studies have pointed out that bacterial infection and sustained inflammatory reactions are the main causes of the delay of wound closure and scar formation during wound healing. The effect of current approaches for scar-free wound repair still faces many challenges, and alternative therapeutic methods are urgently needed to be established. Methods: The basic characteristics of the new-designed nanoparticles were clarified through the characterization of the material. The biocompatibility of the nanoparticles, as well as its effect on fibroblast function, anti-bacterial capacity, inflammation suppressive role, and the underlying mechanism were further verified by a panel of biochemical assays in vitro. Ultimately, pre-clinical rat model was employed to testify its role in wound healing and scar formation in vivo. Results: Firstly, gallium-modified gelatin nanoparticles loaded with quercetin was successfully established, displaying good biocompatibility and facilitative effect on fibroblast function. In addition, the nanoparticles showed prominent anti-bacterial and inflammation-suppressive effects. What's more important, the nanoparticles could also induce the polarization of macrophages from M1 to M2 phenotype to exert its inflammatory inhibitory role through TGF-β/Smad signaling pathway. Ultimately, in vivo experiment showed that the nanoparticles could effectively promote wound repair and inhibit scar formation during the process of wound healing. Conclusion: Taken together, the new nanoparticles have good anti-bacterial and anti-scar formation effects and great potential in the field of skin wound repair, which provides a promising therapeutic strategy for wound treatment.
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- Ning Yang
- Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi’an, China
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- The Key Laboratory of Biomedical Information Engineering of Ministry of Education, Xi’an Jiaotong University School of Life Science and Technology, Xi’an, China
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- Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi’an, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Mechanical Behavior of Materials, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an, China,*Correspondence: Hang Liu, ; Weinan Guo,
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- Department of Dermatology, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi’an, China,*Correspondence: Hang Liu, ; Weinan Guo,
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