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Gao T, Luo S, Li H, Su Z, Wen Q. Prospective role of lusianthridin in attenuating cadmium-induced functional and cellular damage in rat thyroid. Heliyon 2024; 10:e27080. [PMID: 38449627 PMCID: PMC10915401 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e27080] [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: 10/17/2023] [Revised: 01/30/2024] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/08/2024] Open
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The thyroid represents the most prevalent form of head and neck and endocrine cancer. The present investigation demonstrates the anticancer effects of Lusianthridin against cadmium (Cd)-induced thyroid cancer in rats. Swiss Wistar rats were utilized in this experimental study. Cd was employed to induce thyroid cancer, and the rats were divided into different groups, receiving oral administration of Lusianthridin (20 mg/kg) for 14 days. Thyroid parameters, deiodinase levels, hepatic parameters, lipid parameters, and antioxidant parameters were respectively estimated. The mRNA expression was assessed using real-time reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). Lusianthridin significantly (P < 0.001) improved protein levels, T4, T3, free iodine in urine, and suppressed the level of TSH. Lusianthridin significantly (P < 0.001) enhanced the levels of FT3, FT4, and decreased the level of rT3. Lusianthridin significantly (P < 0.001) reduced the levels of D1, D2, D3, and enhanced the levels of hepatic parameters like AST, ALT. Lusianthridin remarkably (P < 0.001) altered the levels of lipid parameters such as LDL, total cholesterol, HDL, and triglycerides; antioxidant parameters viz., MDA, GSH, CAT, and SOD. Lusianthridin significantly altered the mRNA expression of Bcl-2, Bax, MEK1, ERK1, ERK2, p-eIf2α, GRP78, eIf2α, and GRP94. The results clearly state that Lusianthridin exhibits protective effects against thyroid cancer.
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- Teng Gao
- Department of Thyroid Surgery, Henan Provincial People’s Hospital, Zhengzhou University People’s Hospital, Zhengzhou, Henan, 450003, China
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- Department of General Surgery, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- Department of Thyroid Surgery, Henan Provincial People’s Hospital, Zhengzhou University People’s Hospital, Zhengzhou, Henan, 450003, China
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- Department of Thyroid Surgery, Henan Provincial People’s Hospital, Zhengzhou University People’s Hospital, Zhengzhou, Henan, 450003, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Dongguan People's Hospital, Dongguan, Guangdong, 523059, China
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Li Y, Liu J, Ran N, Zheng C, Wang P, Li J, Fang Y, Fang D, Ma Y. Potential pathological mechanisms and pharmacological interventions for cadmium-induced miscarriage. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2024; 273:116118. [PMID: 38367606 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2024.116118] [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: 01/11/2024] [Revised: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 02/19/2024]
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The prevalence of cadmium (Cd) contamination has emerged as a significant global concern. Exposure to Cd during pregnancy is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes, including miscarriage. However, there is currently a lack of comprehensive summaries on Cd-induced miscarriage. Therefore, it is imperative to further strengthen research into in vivo studies, clinical status, pathological mechanisms, and pharmacological interventions for Cd-induced miscarriage. This study systematically presents the current knowledge on animal models and clinical trials investigating Cd exposure-induced miscarriage. The underlying mechanisms involving oxidative stress, inflammation, endocrine disruption, and placental dysfunction caused by Cd-induced miscarriage are also extensively discussed. Additionally, potential drug interventions such as melatonin, vitamin C, and vitamin E are highlighted for their pharmacological role in mitigating adverse pregnancy outcomes induced by Cd.
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- Yufei Li
- Medical College, Shaoxing University, Zhejiang 312000, China
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- Beijing Center for Disease Prevention and Control, Beijing Key Laboratory of Diagnostic and Traceability Technologies for Food Poisoning, Beijing 100013, China
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- Medical College, Shaoxing University, Zhejiang 312000, China
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- Medical College, Shaoxing University, Zhejiang 312000, China
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- Medical College, Shaoxing University, Zhejiang 312000, China
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- Medical College, Shaoxing University, Zhejiang 312000, China
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- Medical College, Shaoxing University, Zhejiang 312000, China
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- Medical College, Shaoxing University, Zhejiang 312000, China
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- Medical College, Shaoxing University, Zhejiang 312000, China.
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Yang H, Mo A, Yi L, Wang J, He X, Yuan Y. Selenium attenuated food borne cadmium-induced intestinal inflammation in red swamp crayfish (Procambarus clarkii) via regulating PI3K/Akt/NF-κB pathway. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 349:140814. [PMID: 38040256 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.140814] [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: 09/06/2023] [Revised: 11/23/2023] [Accepted: 11/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/03/2023]
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Selenium (Se), an indispensable micronutrient for living organisms, has been extensively studied for its heavy metal-detoxifying properties in diverse biological systems and tissues. Nevertheless, it is not entirely certain whether Se can effectively protect against Cadmium (Cd)-induced gut inflammation, especially in aquatic animals. In this study, we employed various approaches, including transcriptome profiling, histological examinations, assessment of antioxidant enzyme activities, and analysis of gut microbiota composition to investigate the effects on crayfish growth and intestinal health after exposure to dietary Cd (15 mg kg-1 diet) and Se (15 mg kg-1 diet) individually or in combination for 8 weeks. The results revealed that dietary Cd exposure resulted in reduced body weight and survival rates, along with an increased occurrence of intestinal inflammation. Nevertheless, Se supplementation proved effective in mitigating the adverse effects of Cd on growth and gut health. Se exhibited a remarkable ability to counteract the disruption of gut antioxidant abilities induced by dietary Cd, as evidenced by the observed increases in ROS and MDA contents, decrease in GSH levels, and inhibition of antioxidative enzyme activities. At the concentration of 6 mg kg-1 in the diet, Se was found beneficial for maintaining gut microbiota richness and diversity. Among them, Flavobacterium, Thermomonas, and Chloronema displayed a weak negative correlation with the rate of gut inflammation. Meanwhile, the levels of short chain fatty acids (SCFAs), including acetic acid (AA) and butanoic acid (BA), showed a significant increase in the Se-Cd group compared to the Cd-only group. Furthermore, transcriptome analysis exhibited significant responses of the PI3K/Akt and NF-κB pathways following crayfish exposure to dietary Se and Cd, either separately or in combination. In short, this study provides a new evidence regarding the molecular mechanisms through which Se could regulate the PI3K/Akt and NF-κB pathways, either directly or indirectly via ROS and SCFAs, thereby alleviating Cd-induced gut inflammation in crayfish.
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- Huijun Yang
- College of Fisheries, Key Lab of Freshwater Animal Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- College of Fisheries, Key Lab of Freshwater Animal Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- College of Fisheries, Key Lab of Freshwater Animal Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- College of Fisheries, Key Lab of Freshwater Animal Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- College of Fisheries, Key Lab of Freshwater Animal Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- College of Fisheries, Key Lab of Freshwater Animal Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China; Shuangshui Shuanglu Institute, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, China; National Demonstration Center for Experimental Aquaculture Education, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, China.
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Cengiz M, Gür B, Sezer CV, Cengiz BP, Gür F, Bayrakdar A, Ayhancı A. Alternations in interleukin-1β and nuclear factor kappa beta activity (NF-kB) in rat liver due to the co-exposure of Cadmium and Arsenic: Protective role of curcumin. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 2023; 102:104218. [PMID: 37451528 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2023.104218] [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: 05/02/2023] [Revised: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/10/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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Cadmium chloride (Cd) and sodium arsenite (As) are two prominent examples of non-biodegradable substances that accumulate in ecosystems, pose a serious risk to human health and are not biodegradable. Although the toxicity caused by individual use of Cd and As is known, the toxicity of combined use (Cd+As) to mammals is poorly understood. The present study aims to investigate the hepatoprotective effect of curcumin (CUR), a naturally occurring bioactive component isolated from the root stem of Curcuma longa Linn., in preventing liver damage caused by a Cd+As mixture. A group of 30 Sprague-Dawley rats were subjected to intraperitoneal administration of Cd+As (0.44 mg/kg+5.55 mg/kg i.p.) and CUR (100 or 200 mg/kg) for a period of 14 days. The experimental results showed that the animals treated with Cd+As exhibited changes in liver biochemical parameters, inflammation and oxidative stress at the end of the experiment. Administration of CUR significantly reduced inflammation, oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation in the Cd+As plus CUR groups compared to the Cd+As group. Furthermore, histological examination of the liver tissue showed that administration of CUR had led to a significant reduction in the liver damage observed in the Cd+As group. The present study provides scientific evidence for the protective effects of CUR against lipid peroxidation, inflammation, oxidative stress and liver damage induced by Cd+As in the liver of rats. The results of our in vivo experiments were confirmed by those of our molecular modelling studies, which showed that CUR can enhance the diminished antioxidant capacity caused by Cd+As.
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- Mustafa Cengiz
- Department of Elementary Education, Faculty of Education, Siirt University, Siirt, Turkey.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences and Arts, Iğdır University, Iğdır, Turkey.
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Eskişehir Technical University, 26470 Eskişehir, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Eskişehir Yunus Emre State Hospital, Eskişehir, Turkey
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- Department of Dental Prosthesis Technology, Vocational School of Health Services, Ataturk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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- Vocational School of Higher Education for Healthcare Services, Iğdır University, Iğdır, Turkey
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Arts and Science, Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Eskisehir, Turkey
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Mannino F, Imbesi C, Bitto A, Minutoli L, Squadrito F, D'Angelo T, Booz C, Pallio G, Irrera N. Anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of ellagic and punicic acid in an in vitro model of cardiac fibrosis. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 162:114666. [PMID: 37030134 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.114666] [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: 03/02/2023] [Revised: 03/31/2023] [Accepted: 04/04/2023] [Indexed: 04/10/2023] Open
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Cardiac fibrosis is a pathological process characterized by an excessive deposition of extracellular matrix (ECM) and an increased production of fibrillar collagen in the cardiac interstitium, mainly caused by the activation of cardiac fibroblasts and their transition into myofibroblasts. Oxidative stress is deeply implicated in the pathogenesis of cardiac fibrosis both directly and via its involvement in the tumor growth factor β1 (TGF-β1) signaling. Ellagic acid (EA) and punicic acid (PA) are the main components of the Punica granatum L (pomegranate) fruit and seed oil respectively, whose antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic effects have been previously described. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the effects of EA or PA or EA+PA in an in vitro model of cardiac fibrosis. Immortalized Human Cardiac Fibroblasts (IM-HCF) were stimulated with 10 ng/ml of TGF-β1 for 24 h to induce a fibrotic damage. Cells were then treated with EA (1 µM), PA (1 µM) or EA+PA for additional 24 h. Both EA and PA reduced the pro-fibrotic proteins expressions and the intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) accumulation. The anti-oxidant activity was also observed by Nrf2 activation with the consequent TGF-β1-Smad2/3-MMP2/9 and Wnt/β-catenin signaling inhibition, thus reducing collagen production. EA and PA significantly inhibit NF-κB pathway and, consequently, TNF-α, IL-1β and IL-6 levels: the greater effect was observed when EA and PA were used in combination. These results suggest that EA, PA and in particular EA+PA might be effective in reducing fibrosis through their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties by the modulation of different molecular pathways.
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- Federica Mannino
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Dental, Morphological and Functional Imaging Sciences, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria Gazzi, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Division of Experimental Imaging, Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Frankfurt, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
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Lin S, Yang F, Hu M, Chen J, Chen G, Hu A, Li X, Fu D, Xing C, Xiong Z, Wu Y, Cao H. Selenium alleviates cadmium-induced mitophagy through FUNDC1-mediated mitochondrial quality control pathway in the lungs of sheep. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2023; 319:120954. [PMID: 36581240 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2022.120954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2022] [Revised: 12/11/2022] [Accepted: 12/23/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Cadmium (Cd) is a poisonous metal element that causes mitochondrial dysfunction. Selenium (Se) can reduce the damage of Cd to various organs of animals, but the protective mechanism of Se in Cd-induced lung injury has not been fully elucidated. For purpose of further illustrating the specific mechanism of Se alleviated Cd-triggered pulmonary toxicity, 48 sheep were divided into 4 groups, of which the sheep in the treatment group were taken 1 mg/kg body weight (BW) of Cd, 0.34 mg/kg BW of Se, and 0.34 mg Se + 1 mg/kg BW of Cd by intragastric administration for 50 d, respectively. The results indicated that Cd caused inflammatory cell infiltration and alveolar wall thickening, which facilitated mitochondrial vacuolation and formation of mitophagosomes in lung tissues. Simultaneously, Cd treatment impaired the antioxidant capacity of sheep lung tissue. Additionally, Cd treatment down-regulated the expression levels of mitochondrial biogenesis and mitochondrial fusion, but up-regulated the levels of mitochondrial fission and mitophagy mediated by FUNDC1. Moreover, the immunofluorescence co-localization puncta of LC3B/COX IV, LC3B/FUNDC1 were increased after Cd treatment. Nevertheless, co-treatment with Se improved effectively the above variation caused by Cd exposure. In summary, Se could mitigate Cd-generated mitophagy through FUNDC1-mediated mitochondrial quality control pathway in the lungs of sheep.
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- Shixuan Lin
- Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Animal Health, Institute of Animal Population Health, College of Animal Science and Technology, Jiangxi Agricultural University, No. 1101 Zhimin Avenue, Economic and Technological Development District, Nanchang 330045, Jiangxi, PR China
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- Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Animal Health, Institute of Animal Population Health, College of Animal Science and Technology, Jiangxi Agricultural University, No. 1101 Zhimin Avenue, Economic and Technological Development District, Nanchang 330045, Jiangxi, PR China
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- Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Animal Health, Institute of Animal Population Health, College of Animal Science and Technology, Jiangxi Agricultural University, No. 1101 Zhimin Avenue, Economic and Technological Development District, Nanchang 330045, Jiangxi, PR China
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- Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Animal Health, Institute of Animal Population Health, College of Animal Science and Technology, Jiangxi Agricultural University, No. 1101 Zhimin Avenue, Economic and Technological Development District, Nanchang 330045, Jiangxi, PR China
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- Jiangxi Provincial Agricultural Ecology and Resource Protection Station, Nanchang 330046, Jiangxi, PR China
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- Ji'an Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Bureau, No.4 Luzhou West Road, Jizhou District, Ji'an 343000, Jiangxi, PR China
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- Pingxiang Agricultural Science Research Center, Pingxiang 337000, Jiangxi, PR China
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- Nanchang Zoo, Nanchang, 330025, Jiangxi, PR China
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- Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Animal Health, Institute of Animal Population Health, College of Animal Science and Technology, Jiangxi Agricultural University, No. 1101 Zhimin Avenue, Economic and Technological Development District, Nanchang 330045, Jiangxi, PR China
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- Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Animal Health, Institute of Animal Population Health, College of Animal Science and Technology, Jiangxi Agricultural University, No. 1101 Zhimin Avenue, Economic and Technological Development District, Nanchang 330045, Jiangxi, PR China
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- Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Animal Health, Institute of Animal Population Health, College of Animal Science and Technology, Jiangxi Agricultural University, No. 1101 Zhimin Avenue, Economic and Technological Development District, Nanchang 330045, Jiangxi, PR China
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- Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Animal Health, Institute of Animal Population Health, College of Animal Science and Technology, Jiangxi Agricultural University, No. 1101 Zhimin Avenue, Economic and Technological Development District, Nanchang 330045, Jiangxi, PR China.
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Chen Y, Zhou C, Bian Y, Fu F, Zhu B, Zhao X, Zhang M, Zhou C, Yao S, Zhang Z, Luo H, Ge Y, Wu C, Ruan H. Cadmium exposure promotes thyroid pyroptosis and endocrine dysfunction by inhibiting Nrf2/Keap1 signaling. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2023; 249:114376. [PMID: 36508821 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2022.114376] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2022] [Revised: 11/26/2022] [Accepted: 11/29/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Cadmium (Cd) is a ubiquitous toxic metal and environmental pollutant. Increasing studies have shown that Cd exposure increases the incidence of various endocrine system diseases, including thyrotoxicity reflected by thyroid structural damage and endocrine toxicity. However, the observed outcomes are complex and conflicting, leading to the mechanism of Cd-induced thyrotoxicity remaining obscure. In this study, 4-week-old male C57BL/6 mice were given 2 or 7 mg/kg Cadmium Chloride (CdCl2) intragastrically for 4 and 8 weeks, and the Cd-mediated thyrotoxicity was evaluated by determining alterations in thyroid structure and endocrine function, and alterations of oxidant stress, apoptosis, and pyroptosis. Our data showed that Cd exposure could reduce body weight and induce thyrotoxicity by impairing thyroid follicular morphology and endocrine function, accompanied by elevated oxidative stress and apoptosis, macrophage infiltration, and inflammatory cytokine secretion. Importantly, Cd significantly promoted thyroid follicular cell pyroptosis by increasing Nlrp3, Asc, Caspase-1, Gsdmd, IL-1β, and IL-18 expression. Mechanistical analysis suggested that Cd treatment could inhibit antioxidant pathway by downregulating antioxidant response protein, Nrf2, and upregulating its negative feedback regulator, Keap1. Collectively, our in vivo findings suggest that Cd exposure could facilitate thyroid follicular cell pyroptosis by inhibiting Nrf2/Keap1 signaling, thereby disrupting thyroid tissue structure and endocrine function, which offers novel insights into the Cd-mediated detrimental consequences on thyroid homeostasis.
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- Yuying Chen
- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou 310053, China; The Fourth Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- The Fourth Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- The Fourth Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310009, China.
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou 310053, China.
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Zhou N, Long H, Yu L, Xia X, Zhu Z, Liu X. Selenium-containing polysaccharide from Spirulina platensis alleviates Cd-induced toxicity in mice by inhibiting liver inflammation mediated by gut microbiota. Front Nutr 2022; 9:950062. [PMID: 36407546 PMCID: PMC9669715 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.950062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2022] [Accepted: 06/28/2022] [Indexed: 10/24/2023] Open
Abstract
Selenium-containing polysaccharide from Spirulina platensis (Se-SPP) has been demonstrated to help in inhibiting cadmium-induced injury in mice, but the underlying mechanism has not been determined. This study aimed to investigate the beneficial effects of Se-SPP on alleviating Cd-induced toxicity in mice by targeting liver inflammatory and gut microbiota. Se-SPP supplementation for 28 days in Cd-induced toxic mice significantly mitigated liver pathological damage and inflammation, which was correlated to the upregulation of antioxidant enzyme activity. Furthermore, Se-SPP effectively restored Cd-induced disruption of the intestinal barrier compared to model group, as indicated by the depletion of Muribaculaceae and the enrichment of Ruminococcaceae. Spearman's correlation analysis revealed that the Se-SPP-altered microbes were highly correlated with inflammation-related indexes in Cd-induced toxic mice. Noteworthily, the modulation of Se-SPP on the Ruminococcaceae population contributed to the improvement of Cd-induced inflammation-related diseases by downregulating the tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and interferon-γ (IFN-γ) in the liver. These findings suggested that Se-SPP may act as prebiotics for ameliorating Cd-induced toxicity in mice by inhibiting liver inflammation mediated by gut microbiota, and target-specific microbiota of Cd-induced inflammation-related diseases deserve further attention.
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- Ning Zhou
- College of Light Industry and Food Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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- Guangxi Botanical Garden of Medicinal Plants, Nanning, China
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- College of Light Industry and Food Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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- Guangxi Botanical Garden of Medicinal Plants, Nanning, China
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- Department of Food Science and Engineering, College of Science and Engineering, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- College of Light Industry and Food Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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Effects of Steaming on the Concentration, Distribution and Bioaccessibility of Cadmium in Chlamys farreri Tissues. Food Res Int 2022; 162:112126. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2022.112126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2022] [Revised: 10/26/2022] [Accepted: 11/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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Mannino F, D’Angelo T, Pallio G, Ieni A, Pirrotta I, Giorgi DA, Scarfone A, Mazziotti S, Booz C, Bitto A, Squadrito F, Irrera N. The Nutraceutical Genistein-Lycopene Combination Improves Bone Damage Induced by Glucocorticoids by Stimulating the Osteoblast Formation Process. Nutrients 2022; 14:4296. [PMID: 36296984 PMCID: PMC9612338 DOI: 10.3390/nu14204296] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2022] [Revised: 09/28/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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Chronic glucocorticoid (GC) therapy is the most common cause of iatrogenic osteoporosis and represents an important risk factor for osteoporosis and bone fractures. New therapeutic approaches are required in order to treat osteoporosis and reduce the side effects related to the use of anti-osteoporotic drugs. In this context, previous studies reported the efficacy of some isoflavones and carotenoids, such as lycopene and genistein, on the reduction of the risk of fracture related to osteoporosis. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of a combined oral treatment, consisting of genistein and lycopene, in an experimental model of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis (GIO). GIO was induced by subcutaneous injection of methylprednisolone (MP, 30 mg/kg) for 60 days, whereas the control group (Sham) received saline solution only. Following induction, MP animals randomly were assigned to receive alendronate, genistein, lycopene, or the association of genistein and lycopene or saline solution for additional 60 days together with MP. Femurs obtained from the Sham group were used for osteoblasts extraction; they were then incubated with dexamethasone (DEX) for 24 h to be then treated with lycopene or genistein or the association of lycopene and genistein for an additional 24 h. Treatments with lycopene and genistein restored the impaired mineralization of cells observed following DEX treatment and stimulated osteoblast differentiation by increasing the depressed expression of bALP and RUNX2 (p < 0.0001). Wnt5a, β-catenin, and Nrf-2 expression were significantly increased following genistein and lycopene treatment (p < 0.0001), thus confirming their antioxidant activity as well as their ability in stimulating osteoblast function, mostly when genistein and lycopene were used in association. The combined treatment of genistein and lycopene improved the bone damage induced by glucocorticoids and significantly restored the normal architecture of bones as well as adequate interconnectivity of bone trabeculae, thus increasing bone mineral density parameters. The obtained data demonstrated that genistein and lycopene but in particular their association might prevent GC’s adverse effects, thus stimulating bone formation and reducing bone resorption, improving bone structure and microarchitecture, through different molecular pathways, such as the Wnt/β-catenin and the Nrf-2 signaling.
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- Federica Mannino
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria Gazzi, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Dental, Morphological and Functional Imaging Sciences, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria Gazzi, 98125 Messina, Italy
- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Erasmus MC, Dr. Molewaterplein 40, 3015 GD Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria Gazzi, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Human Pathology in Adult and Developmental Age “Gaetano Barresi”, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria Gazzi, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria Gazzi, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria Gazzi, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria Gazzi, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Dental, Morphological and Functional Imaging Sciences, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria Gazzi, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Division of Experimental Imaging, Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Frankfurt, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria Gazzi, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria Gazzi, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Via C. Valeria Gazzi, 98125 Messina, Italy
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Atherosclerosis Plaque Reduction by Lycopene Is Mediated by Increased Energy Expenditure through AMPK and PPARα in ApoE KO Mice Fed with a High Fat Diet. Biomolecules 2022; 12:biom12070973. [PMID: 35883529 PMCID: PMC9313394 DOI: 10.3390/biom12070973] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Revised: 07/06/2022] [Accepted: 07/08/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Lycopene is a carotenoid found in tomatoes that has potent antioxidant activity. The Mediterranean diet is particularly rich in lycopene, which has well-known beneficial effects on cardiovascular health. We tested the effects of lycopene extract in a group of 20 ApoE knockout mice, fed with a high fat western diet for 14 weeks. Starting from week 3 and up to week 14, the mice were randomly divided into two groups that received lycopene (n = 10) by oral suspension every day at the human equivalent dose of 60 mg/day (0.246 mg/mouse/day), or the vehicle solution (n = 10). The lycopene administration reduced triglycerides and cholesterol blood levels starting from week 6 and continuing through to the end of the experiment (p < 0.001). This reduction was mediated by an enhanced liver expression of PPAR-α and AMPK-α and reduced SREBP levels (p < 0.0001). As a histological red-out, the extent of atherosclerotic plaques and the intima−media thickness in the aorta were significantly reduced by lycopene. In this context, lycopene augmented the Nrf-2 positivity staining in the endothelium, thereby confirming that its antioxidant activity was mediated by this nuclear factor. The positive results obtained in this pre-clinical model further support the use of lycopene extracts to reduce atherosclerosis.
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Xiong Z, Yang F, Xu T, Yang Y, Wang F, Zhou G, Wang Q, Guo X, Xing C, Bai H, Chen J, Wu Y, Yang S, Cao H. Selenium alleviates cadmium-induced aging via mitochondrial quality control in the livers of sheep. J Inorg Biochem 2022; 232:111818. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jinorgbio.2022.111818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2022] [Revised: 03/28/2022] [Accepted: 04/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Danailova Y, Velikova T, Nikolaev G, Mitova Z, Shinkov A, Gagov H, Konakchieva R. Nutritional Management of Thyroiditis of Hashimoto. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23095144. [PMID: 35563541 PMCID: PMC9101513 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23095144] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2022] [Revised: 04/30/2022] [Accepted: 05/02/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Since the thyroid gland is one of the organs most affected by autoimmune processes, many patients with thyroiditis of Hashimoto (TH) seek medical advice on lifestyle variance and dietary modifications to improve and maintain their hyroid function. In this review, we aim to present and discuss some challenges associated with the nutritional management of TH, focusing on environmental and dietary deficits, inflammatory and toxic nutrients, cyanotoxins, etc. We discuss the relationships among different diets, chronic inflammation, and microbiota, and their impact on the development and exacerbation of TH in detail. We share some novel insights into the role of vitamin D and melatonin for preserving thyroid function during chronic inflammation in autoimmune predisposed subjects. A comprehensive overview is provided on anti-inflammatory nutrients and ecological diets, including foods for cleansing and detoxification, which represent strategies to prevent relapses and achieve overall improvement of life quality. In conclusion, data from biomedical and clinical studies provide evidence that an appropriate dietary and lighting regimen could significantly improve the function of the thyroid gland and reduce the reactivity of autoantibodies in TH. Compliance with nutritional guidelines may help TH patients to reduce the need for medicines.
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- Yana Danailova
- Department of Animal and Human Physiology, Faculty of Biology, Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, 8 Dragan Tsankov Blvd., 1164 Sofia, Bulgaria; (Y.D.); (H.G.)
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- Department of Clinical Immunology, University Hospital Lozenetsz, Sofia University St. Kliement Ohridski, 1 “Kozyak” St., 1407 Sofia, Bulgaria
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- Department of Cell and Developmental Biology, Faculty of Biology, Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, 8 Dragan Tsankov Blvd., 1164 Sofia, Bulgaria; (G.N.); (R.K.)
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- Institute of Experimental Morphology, Pathology and Anthropology with Museum, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Acad. G. Bonchev St., Blvd. 25, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria;
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- Department of Endocrinology, Medical Faculty, Medical University of Sofia, 2 Zdrave St., 1431 Sofia, Bulgaria;
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- Department of Animal and Human Physiology, Faculty of Biology, Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, 8 Dragan Tsankov Blvd., 1164 Sofia, Bulgaria; (Y.D.); (H.G.)
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- Department of Cell and Developmental Biology, Faculty of Biology, Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, 8 Dragan Tsankov Blvd., 1164 Sofia, Bulgaria; (G.N.); (R.K.)
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Salah I, Adjroud O, Elwej A. Protective Effects of Selenium and Zinc Against Nickel Chloride-Induced Hormonal Changes and Oxidative Damage in Thyroid of Pregnant Rats. Biol Trace Elem Res 2022; 200:2183-2194. [PMID: 34247319 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-021-02815-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2021] [Accepted: 06/28/2021] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Nickel chloride (NiCl2) is a heavy metal that may affect the function of the thyroid. Selenium (Se) and zinc (Zn) are essential trace elements involved in thyroid hormone metabolism. However, little is reported about thyrotoxicity during gestation. The current study aimed to investigate the protective effects of selenium and zinc against NiCl2-induced thyrotoxicity in pregnant Wistar rats. Female rats were treated subcutaneously (s.c.) on the 3rd day of pregnancy, with NaCl 0.9% and served as control, NiCl2 (100 mg/kg body weight (BW)) alone, or in association with Se (0.3 mg/kg, s.c.), ZnCl2 (20 mg/kg, s.c.), or both of them simultaneously. Oxidative stress parameters, thyroid biomarkers, and histopathological examination were evaluated. Results showed that NiCl2 exposure caused a significant decrease in maternal body weight and an increase in absolute and relative thyroid weight compared to the controls. NiCl2 administration also led to decreased plasma triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) with a concomitant significant increase in thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels when compared to that of control. In addition, an overall pro-oxidant effect was associated with a decrease in the reduced glutathione (GSH) and nonprotein thiol (NPSH) contents and the enzymatic activity of glutathione peroxidase (GPx) and superoxide dismutase (SOD), and an increase in malondialdehyde (MDA). These biochemical disturbances were confirmed by histological changes. However, the co-treatment of Se and/or ZnCl2 attenuates NiCl2-induced changes. Our findings suggested that Se and ZnCl2 ameliorated NiCl2-induced thyrotoxicity in pregnant Wistar rats by exhibiting antioxidant effects.
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- Imane Salah
- Laboratory of Cellular and Molecular Physio-Toxicology-Pathology and Biomolecules, Department of Biology of Organisms, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, University of Batna 2, 05078, Fesdis,, Batna 2, Algeria.
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- Laboratory of Cellular and Molecular Physio-Toxicology-Pathology and Biomolecules, Department of Biology of Organisms, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, University of Batna 2, 05078, Fesdis,, Batna 2, Algeria
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- Laboratory of Toxicology-Microbiology and Environmental Health (17ES06), Faculty of Sciences of Sfax, University of Sfax, BP1171, 3000, Sfax, Tunisia
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Lu Y, Agarwal A. Myo-inositol oxygenase in cadmium-induced kidney injury. Am J Physiol Renal Physiol 2022; 322:F470-F472. [PMID: 35285275 PMCID: PMC8977179 DOI: 10.1152/ajprenal.00045.2022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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- Yan Lu
- 1Division of Nephrology, Department of Medicine, Nephrology Research and Training Center, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
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- 1Division of Nephrology, Department of Medicine, Nephrology Research and Training Center, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama,2Department of Veterans Affairs, Birmingham Veterans
Affairs Medical Center, Birmingham, Alabama
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Mitra S, Chakraborty AJ, Tareq AM, Emran TB, Nainu F, Khusro A, Idris AM, Khandaker MU, Osman H, Alhumaydhi FA, Simal-Gandara J. Impact of heavy metals on the environment and human health: Novel therapeutic insights to counter the toxicity. JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY - SCIENCE 2022; 34:101865. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jksus.2022.101865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 207] [Impact Index Per Article: 103.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/01/2023]
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Zheng X, Deng F, Sharma I, Kanwar YS. Myo-inositol oxygenase overexpression exacerbates cadmium-induced kidney injury via oxidant stress and necroptosis. Am J Physiol Renal Physiol 2022; 322:F344-F359. [PMID: 35100813 PMCID: PMC8897016 DOI: 10.1152/ajprenal.00460.2021] [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] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Conceivably, like other forms of acute kidney injury, cadmium-induced renal injury may also be associated with oxidative stress and various forms of cell death, including necroptosis, a form of regulated necrosis-associated cell death. Myo-inositol oxygenase (MIOX), an enzyme localized in renal proximal tubules, regulates oxidative stress and programmed cell death in various forms of renal injuries. Herein, the role and potential mechanism(s) by which MIOX potentiates cadmium-induced renal tubular damage were investigated. Overexpression of MIOX exacerbated cadmium-induced cell death and proximal tubular injury in mice, whereas MIOX gene disruption attenuated cellular damage in vitro and in vivo. Furthermore, necroptosis was observed in the renal tubular compartment, and, more importantly, it was corroborated by inhibitor experiments with necrostatin-1 (Nec-1). Coadministration of Nec-1 dampened including receptor-interacting protein kinase (RIP)1/RIP3/mixed-lineage kinase domain-like signaling, which is relevant to the process of necroptosis. Interestingly, the necroptosis induced by cadmium in tubules was modulated by MIOX expression profile. Also, the increased reactive oxygen species generation and NADPH consumption were accelerated by MIOX overexpression, and they were mitigated by Nec-1 administration. These findings suggest that MIOX-potentiated redox injury and necroptosis are intricately involved in the pathogenesis of cadmium-induced nephropathy, and this may yield novel potential therapeutic targets for amelioration of cadmium-induced kidney injury.NEW & NOTEWORTHY This is a seminal article documenting the role of myo-inositol oxygenase (MIOX), a renal proximal tubule-specific enzyme, in the exacerbation of cadmium-induced acute kidney injury by perturbing redox balance and inducing necroptosis. MIOX gene disruption or administration of necrostatin-1 (a necroptosis inhibitor) diminished cadmium-induced renal damage, in both in vitro and in vivo systems, suggesting a therapeutic potential of MIOX to attenuate necroptosis and relevant signaling pathways in cadmium-induced renal injury.
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- Xiaoping Zheng
- 1Department of Urology, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, People’s Republic of China,2Department of Pathology, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois,3Department of Medicine, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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- 2Department of Pathology, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois,3Department of Medicine, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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- 2Department of Pathology, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois,3Department of Medicine, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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- 2Department of Pathology, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois,3Department of Medicine, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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Benvenga S, Famà F, Perdichizzi LG, Antonelli A, Brenta G, Vermiglio F, Moleti M. Fish and the Thyroid: A Janus Bifrons Relationship Caused by Pollutants and the Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2022; 13:891233. [PMID: 35712237 PMCID: PMC9196333 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2022.891233] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2022] [Accepted: 04/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Benefits of the omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) on a number of clinical disorders, including autoimmune diseases, are widely reported in the literature. One major dietary source of PUFA are fish, particularly the small oily fish, like anchovy, sardine, mackerel and others. Unfortunately, fish (particularly the large, top-predator fish like swordfish) are also a source of pollutants, including the heavy metals. One relevant heavy metal is mercury, a known environmental trigger of autoimmunity that is measurable inside the thyroid. There are a number of interactions between the omega-3 PUFA and thyroid hormones, even at the level of the thyroid hormone transport proteins. Concerning the mechanisms behind the protection from/amelioration of autoimmune diseases, including thyroiditis, that are caused by the omega-3 PUFA, one can be the decreased production of chemokines, a decrease that was reported in the literature for other nutraceuticals. Recent studies point also to the involvement of resolvins. The intracellular increase in resolvins is associated with the tissue protection from inflammation that was observed in experimental animals after coadministration of omega-3 PUFA and thyroid hormone. After having presented data on fish consumption at the beginning, we conclude our review by presenting data on the market of the dietary supplements/nutraceuticals. The global omega-3 products market was valued at USD 2.10 billion in 2020, and was projected to go up at a compound annual growth rate of 7.8% from 2020 to 2028. Among supplements, fish oils, which are derived mainly from anchovies, are considered the best and generally safest source of omega-3. Taking into account (i) the anti-autoimmunity and anti-cancer properties of the omega-3 PUFA, (ii) the increasing incidence of both autoimmune thyroiditis and thyroid cancer worldwide, (iii) the predisposing role for thyroid cancer exerted by autoimmune thyroiditis, and (iv) the risk for developing metabolic and cardiovascular disorders conferred by both elevated/trendwise elevated serum TSH levels and thyroid autoimmunity, then there is enough rationale for the omega-3 PUFA as measures to contrast the appearance and/or duration of Hashimoto's thyroiditis as well as to correct the slightly elevated serum TSH levels of subclinical hypothyroidism.
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- Salvatore Benvenga
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Human Pathology in Adulthood and Childhood “G. Barresi”, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
- *Correspondence: Fausto Famà, ;
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- Department of Surgical, Medical, Molecular and Critical Area Pathology, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Division of Endocrinology, Dr. Cesar Milstein Hospital, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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Trace elements, such as iodine and selenium (Se), are vital to human health and play an essential role in metabolism. They are also important to thyroid metabolism and function, and correlate with thyroid autoimmunity and tumors. Other minerals such as iron (Ir), lithium (Li), copper (Co), zinc (Zn), manganese (Mn), magnesium (Mg), cadmium (Cd), and molybdenum (Mo), may related to thyroid function and disease. Normal thyroid function depends on a variety of trace elements for thyroid hormone synthesis and metabolism. These trace elements interact with each other and are in a dynamic balance. However, this balance may be disturbed by the excess or deficiency of one or more elements, leading to abnormal thyroid function and the promotion of autoimmune thyroid diseases and thyroid tumors.The relationship between trace elements and thyroid disorders is still unclear, and further research is needed to clarify this issue and improve our understanding of how trace elements mediate thyroid function and metabolism. This paper systematically reviewed recently published literature on the relationship between various trace elements and thyroid function to provide a preliminary theoretical basis for future research.
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- Qing Zhou
- Department of Thyroid Surgery, General Surgery Center, The Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Thyroid Surgery, General Surgery Center, The Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
- *Correspondence: Shuai Xue, ; Guang Chen,
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- Department of Nephrology, The Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Thyroid Surgery, General Surgery Center, The Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
- *Correspondence: Shuai Xue, ; Guang Chen,
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The preferential accumulation of cadmium ions among various tissues in mice. Toxicol Rep 2022; 9:111-119. [PMID: 35059304 PMCID: PMC8760390 DOI: 10.1016/j.toxrep.2022.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2021] [Revised: 12/08/2021] [Accepted: 01/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Cadmium (Cd) is hazardous to human health because of its toxicity and long half-life of clearance. Many studies have explored the relationship between chronic Cd exposure and different human diseases. However, most of the studies limited the study targets of Cd toxicity to two or three organ systems. The goal of this study was to establish a mouse model of Cd accumulation in most organ systems and to particularly investigate the potential toxic effects of Cd to the cardiovascular system. Mice were divided into three groups: the control group, Cd-100 group, and Cd-200 group. In the control group, Cd was detected in the kidney, lung, liver, heart and urine but was undetectable in the aorta, intestine, thigh bone, spinal bone and serum. Upon chronic exposure in the Cd-100 and Cd-200 groups, Cd accumulated in all tissues, with a dramatic increase in concentration. We confirmed that Cd could accumulate significantly in the heart and aorta upon chronic exposure. This finding might help to explain the potential toxic effects of Cd on these organs. In addition, the calcium concentration in the bones and kidney declined when the exposure to Cd increased. This finding aligned with the negative effects of Cd on bony mineralization and the potential direct toxic effects of Cd on bones. The impacts of Cd on the cardiovascular system were explored. Histologically, chronic Cd exposure led to myocytes hypertrophy and myocardial architecture disarray in the Cd-100 group compared to those in the control group. Our research confirms that Cd can accumulate in all of the organs studied upon chronic exposure, and suggests that the toxicity of Cd accumulation may play important roles in mediating the pathophysiologic effects in these target organs, especially the bone and heart.
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Tian X, Ding Y, Kong Y, Wang G, Wang S, Cheng D. Purslane (Portulacae oleracea L.) attenuates cadmium-induced hepatorenal and colonic damage in mice: Role of chelation, antioxidant and intestinal microecological regulation. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2021; 92:153716. [PMID: 34481339 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2021.153716] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2021] [Revised: 07/24/2021] [Accepted: 08/15/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND Cadmium (Cd) is a representative pernicious metal, which has high biological toxicity. Its precaution through dietary administration is considered an important strategy. Considering that Portulaca oleracea L. (Por.L) has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and other high medicinal value, and purslane insoluble dietary fiber (PIDF) has good binding property to metal ions, they could be good methods for Cd-induced biotoxicity therapy. PURPOSE To investigate the beneficial effects of Por.L or PIDF against Cd-induced subchronic toxicity and identify its underlying mechanisms. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS C57BL/6 male mice (n = 12) were received 100 mg l-1 CdCl2 in water for 8 weeks. Mice were divided into four groups: Control, Cd-treated, 8% Por.L + Cd, and 8% PIDF + Cd. Histological evaluation, inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry, western blotting analysis, quantitative real time-PCR, gas chromatography-mass spectrometry and 16S rDNA analysis were used in the study. RESULTS Por.L treatment was able to inhibit inflammation and accumulation of Cd, enhance the activity of antioxidant enzymes, increase beneficial bacterial species of Akkermansia and Faecalibaculum and suppress the production of inflammatory cytokines in the colon, such as TNF-α, IL-6, IL-1β and IFN-γ. PIDF mainly relieved the toxicity of Cd by increasing the production of short chain fatty acids with anti-inflammatory functions and repressing the liver and kidney inflammation mediated by the TLR4/ MyD88/NF-κB pathway. CONCLUSION Our study has demonstrated that the antagonistic-Cd effects of Por.L might be mediated via chelation, antioxidation, regulation of intestinal microecology. Thus, our study provides a novel insight into Por.L as a promising function food for the anti-Cd biotoxicity. Por.L supplement could be considered as a potential coping strategy to alleviate hazardous effects in Cd-exposed humans.
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- Xuena Tian
- Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, P. R. China; Tianjin Key Laboratory of Food Science and Health, School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, P. R. China; Tianjin Key Laboratory of Food Science and Health, School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, P. R. China.
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Ghosh H, Rai S, Manzar MD, Pandi-Perumal SR, Brown GM, Reiter RJ, Cardinali DP. Differential expression and interaction of melatonin and thyroid hormone receptors with estrogen receptor α improve ovarian functions in letrozole-induced rat polycystic ovary syndrome. Life Sci 2021; 295:120086. [PMID: 34710445 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2021.120086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2021] [Revised: 10/13/2021] [Accepted: 10/19/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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AIMS The objective of the present study was to investigate the effect of melatonin and L-thyroxine (T4) on the expression of various receptors, and some metabolic, reproductive, and gonadotropic hormones in letrozole-induced polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in rats. MATERIAL AND METHODS Assessment of gravimetric, hormonal profile and thyroid histology and relative expression of melatonin receptors (MT1, MT2) and estrogen receptor α (Erα) in thyroid and ovary, and type II iodothyronine deiodinase (Dio2) and thyroid hormone receptor α (TRα) in ovary were done according to standard protocols. KEY FINDINGS A significant increase in thyroid follicles numbers was noted in the hyperthyroid rat. T4 treatment to PCOS showed the expected increment in the circulating level of triiodothyronine (T) and T4. Melatonin and T4 treatment of PCOS rats resulted in a significant decrease in the circulating level of T3 and T4. Hyperthyroid rats showed a decrement in plasma melatonin levels. However, T4 treatment to PCOS rats showed increased circulating melatonin levels, and a decrease in the circulating level of gonadotropins (LH and FSH), and testosterone. Melatonin treatment to PCOS-hyperthyroid rats resulted in the normal expression of ovarian and thyroid MT1 and ERα, receptors, which had been altered in PCOS and hyperthyroid rats, without any significant change in the MT2 receptor. SIGNIFICANCE The present findings suggest a fine interplay and cross-talk via melatonin and its two receptors with ERα, TRα, and Dio2 in thyroid and ovarian tissue during PCOS and hyperthyroidism pathogenicity.
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- Hindole Ghosh
- Department of Zoology, Kalinga University, Raipur, India
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- Department of Zoology, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, India.
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- Department of Nursing, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Majmaah University, Al Majmaah 11952, Saudi Arabia
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- Saveetha Medical College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, India
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- Department of Psychiatry, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5T 1R8, Canada
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- Department of Cell Systems and Anatomy, UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA
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- Faculty of Medical Sciences, Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina, Av. Moreau de Justo 1300, 1007 Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Talukder M, Bi SS, Jin HT, Ge J, Zhang C, Lv MW, Li JL. Cadmium induced cerebral toxicity via modulating MTF1-MTs regulatory axis. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2021; 285:117083. [PMID: 33965856 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2021.117083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2020] [Revised: 03/04/2021] [Accepted: 04/01/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Metal-responsive transcription factor 1 (MTF1) participates in redox homeostasis and heavy metals detoxification via regulating the expression of metal responsive genes. However, the exact role of MTF1 in Cd-induced cerebral toxicity remains unclear. Herein, we explored the mechanism of Cd-elicited cerebral toxicity through modulating MTF1/MTs pathway in chicken cerebrum exposed to different concentrations of Cd (35 mg, 70 mg, and 140 mg/kg CdCl2) via diet. Notably, cerebral tissues showed varying degrees of microstructural changes under Cd exposure. Cd exposure significantly up-regulated the expression of metal transporters (DMT1, ZIP8, and ZIP10) with concomitant elevated Cd level, as determined by ICP-MS. Cd significantly altered other cerebral biometals concentrations (particularly, Zn, Fe, Se, Cr, Mo, and Pb) and redox balance, resulting in increased cerebral oxidative stress. More importantly, Cd exposure suppressed MTF1 mRNA and nuclear protein levels and its target metal-responsive genes, notably metallothioneins (MT1 and MT2), and Fe and Cu transporter genes (FPN1, ATOX1, and XIAP). Moreover, Cd disrupted the regulation of expression of selenoproteome (particularly, GPxs and SelW), and cerebral Se level. Overall, our data revealed that molecular mechanisms associated with Cd-induced cerebral damage might include over-expression of DMT1, ZIP8 and ZIP10, and suppression of MTF1 and its main target metal-responsive genes as well as several selenoproteins.
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- Milton Talukder
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China; Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Barishal, 8210, Bangladesh
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China
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- Quality and Safety Institute of Agricultural Products, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, 150010, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China; College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Henan Agricultural University, 450046, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China; Key Laboratory of the Provincial Education Department of Heilongjiang for Common Animal Disease Prevention and Treatment, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China; Heilongjiang Key Laboratory for Laboratory Animals and Comparative Medicine, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China.
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Tsai CY, Fang C, Wu JCC, Wu CJ, Dai KY, Chen SM. Neuroinflammation and Microglial Activation at Rostral Ventrolateral Medulla Underpin Cadmium-Induced Cardiovascular Dysregulation in Rats. J Inflamm Res 2021; 14:3863-3877. [PMID: 34408468 PMCID: PMC8364915 DOI: 10.2147/jir.s325528] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2021] [Accepted: 07/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Purpose Cadmium is a heavy metal and environmental toxicant known to act on the central cardiovascular regulatory mechanisms, and one of its brain targets is the rostral ventrolateral medulla (RVLM), a brainstem site that maintains blood pressure and sympathetic vasomotor tone. The present study assessed the hypothesis that cadmium elicits cardiovascular dysregulation by inducing neuroinflammation and microglial activation, two potential cellular mechanisms, in RVLM. Methods Adult male Sprague-Dawley rats were used for measuring cardiovascular responses after intravenous administration of cadmium. We further conducted real-time PCR, immunofluorescence staining, in situ determination of mitochondrial superoxide, hematoxylin and eosin staining, and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to identify cytokine and chemokine mRNA expression, microglia activation, superoxide production, and necrotic and apoptotic cell death in RVLM. Results We found animals maintained under propofol anesthesia, intravenous administration of cadmium acetate (4 mg/kg) resulted in an increase, followed by a rebound and a secondary decrease in spontaneous baroreflex-mediated sympathetic vasomotor tone, a progressive reduction in mean arterial pressure and heart rate, alongside augmentation of pro-inflammatory cytokine and chemokine in RVLM. All those cardiovascular and neuroinflammatory events were reversed by pretreatment with an anti-inflammatory drug, pentoxifylline (50 mg/kg, i.p.). There were also concurrent microglial activation, reactive oxygen species production, hypoxia, reduced blood flow, and necrotic and apoptotic cell death in RVLM. Conclusion Based on these biochemical, pharmacological and morphological observations, we conclude that neuroinflammation and microglial activation at RVLM, and their downstream cellular mechanisms, causally underpin cadmium-induced cardiovascular dysregulation.
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- Ching-Yi Tsai
- Institute for Translational Research in Biomedicine, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Institute for Translational Research in Biomedicine, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Institute for Translational Research in Biomedicine, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Institute for Translational Research in Biomedicine, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Institute for Translational Research in Biomedicine, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Pharmacology and Toxicology, School of Medicine, Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan.,Department of Pharmacy, Lotung Poh-Ai Hospital, Yilan, Taiwan
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Lepore E, Lauretta R, Bianchini M, Mormando M, Di Lorenzo C, Unfer V. Inositols Depletion and Resistance: Principal Mechanisms and Therapeutic Strategies. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:6796. [PMID: 34202683 PMCID: PMC8268915 DOI: 10.3390/ijms22136796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2021] [Revised: 06/21/2021] [Accepted: 06/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Inositols are natural molecules involved in several biochemical and metabolic functions in different organs and tissues. The term "inositols" refers to five natural stereoisomers, among which myo-Inositol (myo-Ins) is the most abundant one. Several mechanisms contribute to regulate cellular and tissue homeostasis of myo-Ins levels, including its endogenous synthesis and catabolism, transmembrane transport, intestinal adsorption and renal excretion. Alterations in these mechanisms can lead to a reduction of inositols levels, exposing patient to several pathological conditions, such as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), hypothyroidism, hormonal and metabolic imbalances, like weight gain, hyperinsulinemia, dyslipidemia, and metabolic syndrome. Indeed, myo-Ins is involved in different physiological processes as a key player in signal pathways, including reproductive, hormonal, and metabolic modulation. Genetic mutations in genes codifying for proteins of myo-Ins synthesis and transport, competitive processes with structurally similar molecules, and the administration of specific drugs that cause a central depletion of myo-Ins as a therapeutic outcome, can lead to a reduction of inositols levels. A deeper knowledge of the main mechanisms involved in cellular inositols depletion may add new insights for developing tailored therapeutic approaches and shaping the dosages and the route of administration, with the aim to develop efficacious and safe approaches counteracting inositols depletion-induced pathological events.
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- Elisa Lepore
- R&D Department, Lo.Li. Pharma, 00156 Rome, Italy;
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- Oncological Endocrinology Unit IRCCS Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, 00128 Rome, Italy; (R.L.); (M.B.); (M.M.)
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- Oncological Endocrinology Unit IRCCS Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, 00128 Rome, Italy; (R.L.); (M.B.); (M.M.)
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- Oncological Endocrinology Unit IRCCS Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, 00128 Rome, Italy; (R.L.); (M.B.); (M.M.)
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, La Sapienza University Polo Pontino, 04100 Latina, Italy;
- The Experts Group on Inositol in Basic and Clinical Research (EGOI), 00161 Rome, Italy
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- The Experts Group on Inositol in Basic and Clinical Research (EGOI), 00161 Rome, Italy
- System Biology Group Lab, 00161 Rome, Italy
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Benvenga S, Micali A, Ieni A, Antonelli A, Fallahi P, Pallio G, Irrera N, Squadrito F, Picciolo G, Puzzolo D, Minutoli L. The Association of Myo-Inositol and Selenium Contrasts Cadmium-Induced Thyroid C Cell Hyperplasia and Hypertrophy in Mice. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2021; 12:608697. [PMID: 33716965 PMCID: PMC7949001 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2021.608697] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2020] [Accepted: 01/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Previous studies have demonstrated that, in addition to inducing structural changes in thyroid follicles, cadmium (Cd) increased the number of C cells. We examined the effects of myo-inositol (MI), seleno-L-methionine (Se), MI + Se, and resveratrol on C cells of mice exposed to cadmium chloride (Cd Cl2), as no data are currently available on the possible protective effects of these molecules. In contrast, we have previously shown this protective effect against CdCl2 on the thyroid follicles of mice. Ninety-eight C57 BL/6J adult male mice were divided into 14 groups of seven mice each: (i) 0.9% NaCl (vehicle; 1 ml/kg/day i.p.); (ii) Se (0.2 mg/kg/day per os); (iii) Se (0.4 mg/kg/day per os); (iv) MI (360 mg/kg/day per os); (v) Se (0.2 mg/kg/day) + MI; (vi) Se (0.4 mg/kg/day) + MI; (vii) resveratrol (20 mg/kg); (viii) CdCl2 (2 mg/kg/day i.p.) + vehicle; (ix) CdCl2 + Se (0.2 mg/kg/day); (x) CdCl2 + Se (0.4 mg/kg/day); (xi) CdCl2 + MI; (xii) CdCl2 + Se (0.2 mg/kg/day) + MI; (xiii) CdCl2 + Se (0.4 mg/kg/day) + MI; (xiv) CdCl2 + resveratrol (20 mg/kg). After 14 days, thyroids were processed for histological, immunohistochemical, and morphometric evaluation. Compared to vehicle, Cd significantly decreased follicle mean diameter, increased CT-positive cells number, area and cytoplasmic density, and caused the disappearance of TUNEL-positive C cells, namely, the disappearance of C cells undergoing apoptosis. Se at either 0.2 or 0.4 mg/kg/day failed to significantly increase follicular mean diameter, mildly decreased CT-positive cells number, area and cytoplasmic density, and was ineffective on TUNEL-positive C cells. Instead, MI alone increased significantly follicular mean diameter and TUNEL-positive cells number, and decreased significantly CT-positive cells number, area and cytoplasmic density. MI + Se 0.2 mg/kg/day or MI + Se 0.4 mg/kg/day administration improved all five indices more markedly. Indeed, follicular mean diameter and TUNEL-positive cells number increased significantly, while CT-positive cells number, area and cytoplasmic density decreased significantly. Thus, all five indices overlapped those observed in vehicle-treated mice. Resveratrol improved significantly all the considered parameters, with a magnitude comparable to that of MI alone. In conclusion, the association Myo + Se is effective in protecting the mouse thyroid from the Cd-induced hyperplasia and hypertrophy of C cells. This benefit adds to that exerted by Myo + Se on thyrocytes and testis.
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- Salvatore Benvenga
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Human Pathology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
- *Correspondence: Giovanni Pallio,
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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Role of Inositols and Inositol Phosphates in Energy Metabolism. Molecules 2020; 25:molecules25215079. [PMID: 33139672 PMCID: PMC7663797 DOI: 10.3390/molecules25215079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2020] [Revised: 10/27/2020] [Accepted: 10/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Recently, inositols, especially myo-inositol and inositol hexakisphosphate, also known as phytic acid or IP6, with their biological activities received much attention for their role in multiple health beneficial effects. Although their roles in cancer treatment and prevention have been extensively reported, interestingly, they may also have distinctive properties in energy metabolism and metabolic disorders. We review inositols and inositol phosphate metabolism in mammalian cells to establish their biological activities and highlight their potential roles in energy metabolism. These molecules are known to decrease insulin resistance, increase insulin sensitivity, and have diverse properties with importance from cell signaling to metabolism. Evidence showed that inositol phosphates might enhance the browning of white adipocytes and directly improve insulin sensitivity through adipocytes. In addition, inositol pyrophosphates containing high-energy phosphate bonds are considered in increasing cellular energetics. Despite all recent advances, many aspects of the bioactivity of inositol phosphates are still not clear, especially their effects on insulin resistance and alteration of metabolism, so more research is needed.
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Mass spectrometry-based metabolomics investigation on two different indica rice grains (Oryza sativa L.) under cadmium stress. Food Chem 2020; 343:128472. [PMID: 33139121 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2020.128472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2020] [Revised: 10/17/2020] [Accepted: 10/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Cadmium is a toxic environmental pollutant that is readily absorbed by rice grains and poses serious threats to human health. The selection and breeding of rice varieties with low cadmium accumulation is one of the most economical and ecological methods to reduce cadmium exposure. In this study, two different indica rice grains under cadmium stress were subjected to mass spectrometry-based metabolomics analysis for the first time. When the cadmium concentration increased in rice grains, most carbohydrates and amino acids were down-regulated, except myoinositol that can prevent cadmium toxicity, which was up-regulated. d-Mannitol and l-cysteine were up-regulated with the increase of cadmium concentration in low-cadmium-accumulating rice. Also, organic acids were activated especially 13-(S)-hydroperoxy-9(Z),11(E),15(Z)-octadecatrienoicacid that is related to the alpha-linolenic acid metabolism and jasmonic acid production. The determination of biomarkers and characterization of metabolic pathways might be helpful for the selection of rice varieties with low cadmium accumulation.
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Bonofiglio D, Catalano S. Effects of Iodine Intake and Nutraceuticals in Thyroidology: Update and Prospects. Nutrients 2020; 12:nu12051491. [PMID: 32443880 PMCID: PMC7284370 DOI: 10.3390/nu12051491] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2020] [Accepted: 05/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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- Daniela Bonofiglio
- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende (CS), Italy
- Centro Sanitario, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende (CS), Italy
- Correspondence: (D.B.); (S.C.); Tel.: +39-0984-496208 (D.B.); Fax: +39-0984-496203 (D.B.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende (CS), Italy
- Centro Sanitario, University of Calabria, 87036 Rende (CS), Italy
- Correspondence: (D.B.); (S.C.); Tel.: +39-0984-496208 (D.B.); Fax: +39-0984-496203 (D.B.)
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