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Liu S, Li K, He Y, Chen S, Yang W, Chen X, Feng S, Xiong L, Peng Y, Shao Z. PGC1α-Inducing Senomorphic Nanotherapeutics Functionalized with NKG2D-Overexpressing Cell Membranes for Intervertebral Disc Degeneration. Adv Sci (Weinh) 2024:e2400749. [PMID: 38554394 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202400749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2024] [Revised: 03/07/2024] [Indexed: 04/01/2024]
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Cellular senescence is a significant contributor to intervertebral disc aging and degeneration. However, the application of senotherapies, such as senomorphics targeting senescence markers and the senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP), remains limited due to challenges in precise delivery. Given that the natural killer group 2D (NKG2D) ligands are increased on the surface of senescent nucleus pulposus (NP) cells, the NKG2D-overexpressing NP cell membranes (NNPm) are constructed, which is expected to achieve a dual targeting effect toward senescent NP cells based on homologous membrane fusion and the NKG2D-mediated immunosurveillance mechanism. Then, mesoporous silica nanoparticles carrying a peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-ɣ coactivator 1α (PGC1α)inducer (SP) are coated with NNPm (SP@NNPm) and it is found that SP@NNPm selectively targets senescent NP cells, and the SP cores exhibit pH-responsive drug release. Moreover, SP@NNPm effectively induces PGC1α-mediated mitochondrial biogenesis and mitigates senescence-associated markers induced by oxidative stress and the SASP, thereby alleviating puncture-induced senescence and disc degeneration. This dual-targeting nanotherapeutic system represents a novel approach to delivery senomorphics for disc degeneration treatment.
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- Sheng Liu
- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- The Second Hospital of Shandong University, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, 250033, China
- Department of Orthopedics, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012, China
- Department of Orthopedics, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, 300052, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
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Misrani A, Tabassum S, Zhang ZY, Tan SH, Long C. Urolithin A Prevents Sleep-deprivation-induced Neuroinflammation and Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Young and Aged Mice. Mol Neurobiol 2024; 61:1448-1466. [PMID: 37725214 DOI: 10.1007/s12035-023-03651-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2022] [Accepted: 09/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/21/2023]
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Sleep deprivation (SD) has reached epidemic proportions worldwide and negatively affects people of all ages. Cognitive impairment induced by SD involves neuroinflammation and mitochondrial dysfunction, but the underlying mechanisms are largely unknown. Urolithin A (UA) is a natural compound that can reduce neuroinflammation and improve mitochondrial health, but its therapeutic effects in a SD model have not yet been studied. Young (3-months old) and aged (12-months old) mice were sleep deprived for 24 h, and UA (2.5 mg/kg or 10 mg/kg) was injected intraperitoneally for 7 consecutive days before the SD period. Immunofluorescent staining, western blotting, and RT-PCR were employed to evaluate levels of proteins involved in neuroinflammation and mitochondrial function. Transmission electron microscope and Golgi-Cox staining were used to evaluate mitochondrial and neuronal morphology, respectively. Finally, contextual fear conditioning and the Morris water maze test were conducted to assess hippocampal learning and memory. In the hippocampus of young (3 months-old) and aged (12 months-old) mice subjected to 24 h SD, pretreatment with UA prevented the activation of microglia and astrocytes, NF-κB-NLRP3 signaling and IL-1β, IL6, TNF-α cytokine production, thus ameliorating neuroinflammation. Furthermore, UA also attenuated SD-induced mitochondrial dysfunction, normalized autophagy and mitophagy and protected hippocampal neuronal morphology. Finally, UA prevented SD-induced hippocampal memory impairment. Cumulatively, the results show that UA imparts cognitive protection by reducing neuroinflammation and enhancing mitochondrial function in SD mice. This suggests that UA shows promise as a therapeutic for the treatment of SD-induced neurological disorders.
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- Afzal Misrani
- South China Normal University-Panyu Central Hospital Joint Laboratory of Translational Medical Research, Panyu Central Hospital, Guangzhou, 511400, China
- School of Life Sciences, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510631, China
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- South China Normal University-Panyu Central Hospital Joint Laboratory of Translational Medical Research, Panyu Central Hospital, Guangzhou, 511400, China
- School of Life Sciences, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510631, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Panyu Central Hospital, Guangzhou, 511400, China
- Cardiovascular Institute of Panyu District, Guangzhou, 511400, China
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- Department of Neurology, Panyu District Central Hospital, Guangzhou, 511400, China
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- South China Normal University-Panyu Central Hospital Joint Laboratory of Translational Medical Research, Panyu Central Hospital, Guangzhou, 511400, China.
- School of Life Sciences, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510631, China.
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Liu Y, Dou Y, Sun X, Yang Q. Mechanisms and therapeutic strategies for senescence-associated secretory phenotype in the intervertebral disc degeneration microenvironment. J Orthop Translat 2024; 45:56-65. [PMID: 38495743 PMCID: PMC10943956 DOI: 10.1016/j.jot.2024.02.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2023] [Revised: 02/04/2024] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 03/19/2024] Open
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As a permanent state of cell cycle arrest, cellular senescence has become an important factor in aging and age-related diseases. As a central regulator of physiology and pathology associated with cellular senescence, the senescence associated secretory phenotype can create an inflammatory and catabolic environment through autocrine and paracrine ways, ultimately affecting tissue microstructure. As an age-related disease, the correlation between intervertebral disc degeneration and cellular senescence has been confirmed by many studies. Various pathological factors in the microenvironment of intervertebral disc degeneration promote senescent cells to produce and accumulate and express excessive senescence associated secretory phenotype. In this case, senescence associated secretory phenotype has received considerable attention as a potential target for delaying or treating disc degeneration. Therefore, we reviewed the latest research progress of senescence associated secretory phenotype, related regulatory mechanisms and intervertebral disc cell senescence treatment strategies. It is expected that further understanding of the underlying mechanism between cellular senescence pathology and intervertebral disc degeneration will help to formulate reasonable senescence regulation strategies, so as to achieve ideal therapeutic effects. The translational potential of this article Existing treatment strategies often fall short in addressing the challenge of repairing intervertebral disc Intervertebral disc degeneration(IVD) degeneration. The accumulation of senescent cells and the continuous release of senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP) perpetually impede disc homeostasis and hinder tissue regeneration. This impairment in repair capability presents a significant obstacle to the practical clinical implementation of strategies for intervertebral disc degeneration. As a result, we present a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in research, the associated regulatory mechanisms, and strategies for treating SASP in IVD cells. This article aims to investigate effective interventions for delaying the onset and progression of age-related intervertebral disc degeneration. In an era where the aging population is becoming increasingly prominent, this endeavor holds paramount practical and translational significance.
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- Yang Liu
- Department of Spine Surgery, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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Zhang Y, Wang X, Li W, Yang Y, Wu Z, Lyu Y, Yue C. Intestinal microbiota: a new perspective on delaying aging? Front Microbiol 2023; 14:1268142. [PMID: 38098677 PMCID: PMC10720643 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2023.1268142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Accepted: 11/17/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023] Open
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The global aging situation is severe, and the medical pressures associated with aging issues should not be underestimated. The need and feasibility of studying aging and intervening in aging have been confirmed. Aging is a complex natural physiological progression, which involves the irreversible deterioration of body cells, tissues, and organs with age, leading to enhanced risk of disease and ultimately death. The intestinal microbiota has a significant role in sustaining host dynamic balance, and the study of bidirectional communication networks such as the brain-gut axis provides important directions for human disease research. Moreover, the intestinal microbiota is intimately linked to aging. This review describes the intestinal microbiota changes in human aging and analyzes the causal controversy between gut microbiota changes and aging, which are believed to be mutually causal, mutually reinforcing, and inextricably linked. Finally, from an anti-aging perspective, this study summarizes how to achieve delayed aging by targeting the intestinal microbiota. Accordingly, the study aims to provide guidance for further research on the intestinal microbiota and aging.
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- Yuemeng Zhang
- Yan’an Key Laboratory of Microbial Drug Innovation and Transformation, School of Basic Medicine, Yan’an University, Yan’an, Shaanxi, China
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- Yan’an University of Physical Education, Yan’an University, Yan’an, Shaanxi, China
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- Yan’an Key Laboratory of Microbial Drug Innovation and Transformation, School of Basic Medicine, Yan’an University, Yan’an, Shaanxi, China
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- Yan’an Key Laboratory of Microbial Drug Innovation and Transformation, School of Basic Medicine, Yan’an University, Yan’an, Shaanxi, China
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- Yan’an Key Laboratory of Microbial Drug Innovation and Transformation, School of Basic Medicine, Yan’an University, Yan’an, Shaanxi, China
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- Yan’an Key Laboratory of Microbial Drug Innovation and Transformation, School of Basic Medicine, Yan’an University, Yan’an, Shaanxi, China
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- Yan’an Key Laboratory of Microbial Drug Innovation and Transformation, School of Basic Medicine, Yan’an University, Yan’an, Shaanxi, China
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Zhang QX, Cui M. How to enhance the ability of mesenchymal stem cells to alleviate intervertebral disc degeneration. World J Stem Cells 2023; 15:989-998. [PMID: 38058958 PMCID: PMC10696189 DOI: 10.4252/wjsc.v15.i11.989] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2023] [Revised: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/24/2023] Open
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Intervertebral disc (ID) degeneration (IDD) is one of the main causes of chronic low back pain, and degenerative lesions are usually caused by an imbalance between catabolic and anabolic processes in the ID. The environment in which the ID is located is harsh, with almost no vascular distribution within the disc, and the nutrient supply relies mainly on the diffusion of oxygen and nutrients from the blood vessels located under the endplate. The stability of its internal environment also plays an important role in preventing IDD. The main feature of disc degeneration is a decrease in the number of cells. Mesenchymal stem cells have been used in the treatment of disc lesions due to their ability to differentiate into nucleus pulposus cells in a nonspecific anti-inflammatory manner. The main purpose is to promote their regeneration. The current aim of stem cell therapy is to replace the aged and metamorphosed cells in the ID and to increase the content of the extracellular matrix. The treatment of disc degeneration with stem cells has achieved good efficacy, and the current challenge is how to improve this efficacy. Here, we reviewed current treatments for disc degeneration and summarize studies on stem cell vesicles, enhancement of therapeutic effects when stem cells are mixed with related substances, and improvements in the efficacy of stem cell therapy by adjuvants under adverse conditions. We reviewed the new approaches and ideas for stem cell treatment of disc degeneration in order to contribute to the development of new therapeutic approaches to meet current challenges.
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- Qing-Xiang Zhang
- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, Hubei Province, China
- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Wuhan Jinyintan Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430048, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, Hubei Province, China.
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Huang ZN, Wang ZY, Cheng XF, Huang ZZ, Han YL, Cui YZ, Liu B, Tian W. Melatonin alleviates oxidative stress-induced injury to nucleus pulposus-derived mesenchymal stem cells through activating PI3K/Akt pathway. J Orthop Translat 2023; 43:66-84. [PMID: 38089645 PMCID: PMC10711395 DOI: 10.1016/j.jot.2023.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2023] [Revised: 09/23/2023] [Accepted: 10/10/2023] [Indexed: 03/22/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The changes in the microenvironment of degenerative intervertebral discs cause oxidative stress injury and excessive apoptosis of intervertebral disc endogenous stem cells. The purpose of this study was to explore the possible mechanism of the protective effect of melatonin on oxidative stress injury in NPMSCs induced by H2O2. METHODS The Cell Counting Kit-8 assay was used to evaluate the cytotoxicity of hydrogen peroxide and the protective effects of melatonin. ROS content was detected by 2'7'-dichlorofluorescin diacetate (DCFH-DA). Mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP) was detected by the JC-1assay. Transferase mediated d-UTP Nick end labeling (TUNEL) and Annexin V/PI double staining were used to determine the apoptosis rate. Additionally, apoptosis-associated proteins and PI3K/Akt signaling pathway-related proteins were evaluated by immunofluorescence, immunoblotting and PCR. ECMs were evaluated by RT‒PCR and immunofluorescence. In vivo, X-ray, Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and Histological analyses were used to evaluate the protective effect of melatonin. RESULTS Melatonin had an obvious protective effect on NPMSCs treated with 0-10 μM melatonin for 24 h. In addition, melatonin also had obvious protective effects on mitochondrial dysfunction, decreased membrane potential and cell senescence induced by H2O2. More importantly, melatonin could significantly reduce the apoptosis of nucleus pulposus mesenchymal stem cells induced by H2O2 by regulating the expression of apoptosis-related proteins and decreasing the rate of apoptosis. After treatment with melatonin, the PI3K/Akt pathway was significantly activated in nucleus pulposus mesenchymal stem cells, while the protective effect was significantly weakened after PI3K-IN-1 treatment. In vivo, the results of X-ray, MRI and histological analyses showed that therapy with melatonin could partially reduce the degree of intervertebral disc degeneration. CONCLUSION Our research demonstrated that melatonin can effectively alleviate the excessive apoptosis and mitochondrial dysfunction of nucleus pulposus mesenchymal stem cells induced by oxidative stress via the PI3K/Akt pathway, which provides a novel idea for the therapy of intervertebral disc degeneration. THE TRANSLATIONAL POTENTIAL OF THIS ARTICLE This study indicates that melatonin can effectively alleviate the excessive apoptosis and mitochondrial dysfunction of NPMSCs through activating the PI3K/Akt pathway. Melatonin might serve as a promising candidate for the prevention and treatment of Intervertebral disc degeneration disease (IVDD) in the future.
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- Ze-Nan Huang
- Department of Orthopedics, Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Academy of Medical Science, Shandong, 200072, China
- Department of Spine Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, The Fourth Clinical Hospital Affiliated to Peking University, No. 37 Xinjiekou East, Road, Beijing, 100035, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Affiliated BenQ Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 210019, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopedics Implants, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200011, China
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- Taixing Medical Center, Taixing People's Hospital, Taixing, 225400, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Medical Experimental Research Center, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Academy of Medical Science, Shandong, 200072, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, The Fourth Clinical Hospital Affiliated to Peking University, No. 37 Xinjiekou East, Road, Beijing, 100035, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, The Fourth Clinical Hospital Affiliated to Peking University, No. 37 Xinjiekou East, Road, Beijing, 100035, China
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Zhao H, Song G, Zhu H, Qian H, Pan X, Song X, Xie Y, Liu C. Pharmacological Effects of Urolithin A and Its Role in Muscle Health and Performance: Current Knowledge and Prospects. Nutrients 2023; 15:4441. [PMID: 37892516 PMCID: PMC10609777 DOI: 10.3390/nu15204441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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Urolithin A (UA) is a naturally occurring compound derived from the metabolism of gut microbiota, which has attracted considerable research attention due to its pharmacological effects and potential implications in muscle health and performance. Recent studies have demonstrated that Urolithin A exhibits diverse biological activities, encompassing anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-tumor, and anti-aging properties. In terms of muscle health, accumulating evidence suggests that Urolithin A may promote muscle protein synthesis and muscle growth through various pathways, offering promise in mitigating muscle atrophy. Moreover, Urolithin A exhibits the potential to enhance muscle health and performance by improving mitochondrial function and regulating autophagy. Nonetheless, further comprehensive investigations are still warranted to elucidate the underlying mechanisms of Urolithin A and to assess its feasibility and safety in human subjects, thereby advancing its potential applications in the realms of muscle health and performance.
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- Haotian Zhao
- Department of Physical Education, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China;
- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China; (H.Z.); (H.Q.)
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- School of Sport Science, Beijing Sport University, Beijing 100084, China; (G.S.); (X.P.)
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- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China; (H.Z.); (H.Q.)
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- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China; (H.Z.); (H.Q.)
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- School of Sport Science, Beijing Sport University, Beijing 100084, China; (G.S.); (X.P.)
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- Department of Physical Education, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China;
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- Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214062, China
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- School of Sport Science, Beijing Sport University, Beijing 100084, China; (G.S.); (X.P.)
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An L, Lu Q, Wang K, Wang Y. Urolithins: A Prospective Alternative against Brain Aging. Nutrients 2023; 15:3884. [PMID: 37764668 PMCID: PMC10534540 DOI: 10.3390/nu15183884] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2023] [Revised: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 09/02/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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The impact of host-microbiome interactions on cognitive health and disease has received increasing attention. Microbial-derived metabolites produced in the gut are one of crucial mechanisms of the gut-brain axis interaction, showing attractive perspectives. Urolithins (Uros) are gut microbial-derived metabolites of ellagitannins and ellagic acid, whose biotransformation varies considerably between individuals and decreases greatly with age. Recently, accumulating evidence has suggested that Uros may have specific advantages in preventing brain aging including favorable blood-brain barrier permeability, selective brain distribution, and increasingly supporting data from preclinical and clinical studies. However, the usability of Uros in diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases remains elusive. In this review, we aim to present the comprehensive achievements of Uros in age-related brain dysfunctions and neurodegenerative diseases and discuss their prospects and knowledge gaps as functional food, drugs, or biomarkers against brain aging.
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- Lei An
- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Ministry of Education, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (L.A.); (Q.L.); (K.W.)
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Ministry of Education, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (L.A.); (Q.L.); (K.W.)
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Ministry of Education, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (L.A.); (Q.L.); (K.W.)
- College of Light Industry and Food Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
- Rizhao Huawei Institute of Comprehensive Health Industries, Shandong Keepfit Biotech. Co., Ltd., Rizhao 276800, China
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- College of Light Industry and Food Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
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Ohnishi T, Homan K, Fukushima A, Ukeba D, Iwasaki N, Sudo H. A Review: Methodologies to Promote the Differentiation of Mesenchymal Stem Cells for the Regeneration of Intervertebral Disc Cells Following Intervertebral Disc Degeneration. Cells 2023; 12:2161. [PMID: 37681893 PMCID: PMC10486900 DOI: 10.3390/cells12172161] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2023] [Revised: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/26/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023] Open
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Intervertebral disc (IVD) degeneration (IDD), a highly prevalent pathological condition worldwide, is widely associated with back pain. Treatments available compensate for the impaired function of the degenerated IVD but typically have incomplete resolutions because of their adverse complications. Therefore, fundamental regenerative treatments need exploration. Mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) therapy has been recognized as a mainstream research objective by the World Health Organization and was consequently studied by various research groups. Implanted MSCs exert anti-inflammatory, anti-apoptotic, and anti-pyroptotic effects and promote extracellular component production, as well as differentiation into IVD cells themselves. Hence, the ultimate goal of MSC therapy is to recover IVD cells and consequently regenerate the extracellular matrix of degenerated IVDs. Notably, in addition to MSC implantation, healthy nucleus pulposus (NP) cells (NPCs) have been implanted to regenerate NP, which is currently undergoing clinical trials. NPC-derived exosomes have been investigated for their ability to differentiate MSCs from NPC-like phenotypes. A stable and economical source of IVD cells may include allogeneic MSCs from the cell bank for differentiation into IVD cells. Therefore, multiple alternative therapeutic options should be considered if a refined protocol for the differentiation of MSCs into IVD cells is established. In this study, we comprehensively reviewed the molecules, scaffolds, and environmental factors that facilitate the differentiation of MSCs into IVD cells for regenerative therapies for IDD.
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- Takashi Ohnishi
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Graduate School of Medicine, Hokkaido University, Sapporo 060-8638, Japan; (T.O.); (K.H.); (A.F.); (N.I.)
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Graduate School of Medicine, Hokkaido University, Sapporo 060-8638, Japan; (T.O.); (K.H.); (A.F.); (N.I.)
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Graduate School of Medicine, Hokkaido University, Sapporo 060-8638, Japan; (T.O.); (K.H.); (A.F.); (N.I.)
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hokkaido University Hospital, Sapporo 060-8648, Japan;
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Graduate School of Medicine, Hokkaido University, Sapporo 060-8638, Japan; (T.O.); (K.H.); (A.F.); (N.I.)
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- Department of Advanced Medicine for Spine and Spinal Cord Disorders, Faculty of Medicine and Graduate School of Medicine, Hokkaido University, Sapporo 060-8638, Japan
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Zhao WJ, Liu X, Hu M, Zhang Y, Shi PZ, Wang JW, Lu XH, Cheng XF, Tao YP, Feng XM, Wang YX, Zhang L. Quercetin ameliorates oxidative stress-induced senescence in rat nucleus pulposus-derived mesenchymal stem cells via the miR-34a-5p/SIRT1 axis. World J Stem Cells 2023; 15:842-865. [PMID: 37700818 PMCID: PMC10494568 DOI: 10.4252/wjsc.v15.i8.842] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2023] [Revised: 05/25/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 08/25/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD) is a main contributor to low back pain. Oxidative stress, which is highly associated with the progression of IDD, increases senescence of nucleus pulposus-derived mesenchymal stem cells (NPMSCs) and weakens the differentiation ability of NPMSCs in degenerated intervertebral discs (IVDs). Quercetin (Que) has been demonstrated to reduce oxidative stress in diverse degenerative diseases. AIM To investigate the role of Que in oxidative stress-induced NPMSC damage and to elucidate the underlying mechanism. METHODS In vitro, NPMSCs were isolated from rat tails. Senescence-associated β-galactosidase (SA-β-Gal) staining, cell cycle, reactive oxygen species (ROS), real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR), immunofluorescence, and western blot analyses were used to evaluated the protective effects of Que. Meanwhile the relationship between miR-34a-5p and Sirtuins 1 (SIRT1) was evaluated by dual-luciferase reporter assay. To explore whether Que modulates tert-butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP)-induced senescence of NPMSCs via the miR-34a-5p/SIRT1 pathway, we used adenovirus vectors to overexpress and downregulate the expression of miR-34a-5p and used SIRT1 siRNA to knockdown SIRT1 expression. In vivo, a puncture-induced rat IDD model was constructed, and X rays and histological analysis were used to assess whether Que could alleviate IDD in vivo. RESULTS We found that TBHP can cause NPMSCs senescence changes, such as reduced cell proliferation ability, increased SA-β-Gal activity, cell cycle arrest, the accumulation of ROS, and increased expression of senescence-related proteins. While abovementioned senescence indicators were significantly alleviated by Que treatment. Que decreased the expression levels of senescence-related proteins (p16, p21, and p53) and senescence-associated secreted phenotype (SASP), including IL-1β, IL-6, and MMP-13, and it increased the expression of SIRT1. In addition, the protective effects of Que on cell senescence were partially reversed by miR-34a-5p overexpression and SIRT1 knockdown. In vivo, X-ray, and histological analyses indicated that Que alleviated IDD in a puncture-induced rat model. CONCLUSION In summary, the present study provides evidence that Que reduces oxidative stress-induced senescence of NPMSCs via the miR-34a/SIRT1 signaling pathway, suggesting that Que may be a potential agent for the treatment of IDD.
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- Wen-Jie Zhao
- Graduate School, Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116044, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Clinical Medical College, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225001, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Graduate School, Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116044, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Clinical Medical College, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225001, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Graduate School, Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116044, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Clinical Medical College, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225001, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Changzheng Hospital of The Second Military Medical University, Shanghai 200003, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopedics Implants, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200011, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Clinical Medical College, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225001, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Clinical Medical College, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225001, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Clinical Medical College, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225001, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Clinical Medical College, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225001, Jiangsu Province, China.
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Silwal P, Nguyen-Thai AM, Mohammad HA, Wang Y, Robbins PD, Lee JY, Vo NV. Cellular Senescence in Intervertebral Disc Aging and Degeneration: Molecular Mechanisms and Potential Therapeutic Opportunities. Biomolecules 2023; 13:686. [PMID: 37189433 PMCID: PMC10135543 DOI: 10.3390/biom13040686] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2023] [Revised: 04/10/2023] [Accepted: 04/17/2023] [Indexed: 05/17/2023] Open
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Closely associated with aging and age-related disorders, cellular senescence (CS) is the inability of cells to proliferate due to accumulated unrepaired cellular damage and irreversible cell cycle arrest. Senescent cells are characterized by their senescence-associated secretory phenotype that overproduces inflammatory and catabolic factors that hamper normal tissue homeostasis. Chronic accumulation of senescent cells is thought to be associated with intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD) in an aging population. This IDD is one of the largest age-dependent chronic disorders, often associated with neurological dysfunctions such as, low back pain, radiculopathy, and myelopathy. Senescent cells (SnCs) increase in number in the aged, degenerated discs, and have a causative role in driving age-related IDD. This review summarizes current evidence supporting the role of CS on onset and progression of age-related IDD. The discussion includes molecular pathways involved in CS such as p53-p21CIP1, p16INK4a, NF-κB, and MAPK, and the potential therapeutic value of targeting these pathways. We propose several mechanisms of CS in IDD including mechanical stress, oxidative stress, genotoxic stress, nutritional deprivation, and inflammatory stress. There are still large knowledge gaps in disc CS research, an understanding of which will provide opportunities to develop therapeutic interventions to treat age-related IDD.
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- Prashanta Silwal
- Ferguson Laboratory for Spine Research, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15261, USA
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- Ferguson Laboratory for Spine Research, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15261, USA
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA
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- Department of Health Information Management, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, USA
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- Department of Health Information Management, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, USA
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- Institute of the Biology of Aging and Metabolism and Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biophysics, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Ferguson Laboratory for Spine Research, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15261, USA
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- Ferguson Laboratory for Spine Research, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15261, USA
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Liu H, An ZY, Li ZY, Yang LH, Zhang XL, Lv YT, Yin XJ, Quan LH, Kang JD. The ginsenoside Rh2 protects porcine oocytes against aging and oxidative stress by regulating SIRT1 expression and mitochondrial activity. Theriogenology 2023; 200:125-135. [PMID: 36805249 DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2023.02.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2022] [Revised: 01/25/2023] [Accepted: 02/07/2023] [Indexed: 02/11/2023]
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Post-ovulatory aging, a major problem faced by oocytes cultured in vitro, causes oxidative damage and mitochondrial dysfunction in oocytes. The ginsenoside Rh2 is one of the main monomeric components of ginseng, but its effects on porcine oocytes are unknown. In the present study, in vitro aging (IVA) and accelerated induction of aging using H2O2 resulted in DNA damage and an increased incidence of abnormal spindle formation in porcine oocytes. Rh2 supplementation increased the antioxidant capacity, reduced the occurrence of early apoptosis, and improved the development of in vitro fertilized blastocysts. It also rescued the abnormal aggregation of mitochondria and the decrease of the mitochondrial membrane potential under mitochondrial dysfunction. Meanwhile, Rh2 enhanced mRNA expression of the anti-aging and mitochondrial biogenesis-related genes silent information regulator of transcription 1 (SIRT1) and peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor coactivator 1-α (PGC-1α), and the antioxidant gene superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1). The protection of porcine oocytes against aging and oxidative stress by Rh2 was confirmed using the SIRT1-specific inhibitor EX-527. Our results reveal that Rh2 upregulates SIRT1/PGC-1α to enhance mitochondrial function in porcine oocytes and improve their quality. Our study indicates that Rh2 can be used to prevent mitochondrial dysfunction in oocytes.
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- Hongye Liu
- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture, Yanbian University, Yanji, 133002, China.
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture, Yanbian University, Yanji, 133002, China.
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture, Yanbian University, Yanji, 133002, China.
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture, Yanbian University, Yanji, 133002, China.
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture, Yanbian University, Yanji, 133002, China.
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture, Yanbian University, Yanji, 133002, China.
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture, Yanbian University, Yanji, 133002, China; Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Transgenic Animal and Embryo Engineering, Yanji, 133002, China.
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- College of Pharmacy, Yanbian University, Yanji, 133002, China.
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture, Yanbian University, Yanji, 133002, China; Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Transgenic Animal and Embryo Engineering, Yanji, 133002, China.
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Banc R, Rusu ME, Filip L, Popa DS. The Impact of Ellagitannins and Their Metabolites through Gut Microbiome on the Gut Health and Brain Wellness within the Gut-Brain Axis. Foods 2023; 12:foods12020270. [PMID: 36673365 PMCID: PMC9858309 DOI: 10.3390/foods12020270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2022] [Revised: 12/29/2022] [Accepted: 01/04/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Ellagitannins (ETs) are a large group of bioactive compounds found in plant-source foods, such as pomegranates, berries, and nuts. The consumption of ETs has often been associated with positive effects on many pathologies, including cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative syndromes, and cancer. Although multiple biological activities (antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, chemopreventive) have been discussed for ETs, their limited bioavailability prevents reaching significant concentrations in systemic circulation. Instead, urolithins, ET gut microbiota-derived metabolites, are better absorbed and could be the bioactive molecules responsible for the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities or anti-tumor cell progression. In this review, we examined the dietary sources, metabolism, and bioavailability of ETs, and analyzed the last recent findings on ETs, ellagic acid, and urolithins, their intestinal and brain activities, the potential mechanisms of action, and the connection between the ET microbiota metabolism and the consequences detected on the gut-brain axis. The current in vitro, in vivo, and clinical studies indicate that ET-rich foods, individual gut microbiomes, or urolithin types could modulate signaling pathways and promote beneficial health effects. A better understanding of the role of these metabolites in disease pathogenesis may assist in the prevention or treatment of pathologies targeting the gut-brain axis.
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- Roxana Banc
- Department of Bromatology, Hygiene, Nutrition, Faculty of Pharmacy, “Iuliu Hatieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400349 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, “Iuliu Hatieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400010 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +40-264-450-555
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- Department of Bromatology, Hygiene, Nutrition, Faculty of Pharmacy, “Iuliu Hatieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400349 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, “Iuliu Hatieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400349 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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The deacetylase sirtuin 1 (Sirt1), activated by calorie restriction and fasting, exerts several complementary effects on cellular function that are favourable to healthspan; it is often thought of as an 'anti-aging' enzyme. Practical measures which might boost Sirt1 activity are therefore of considerable interest. A number of nutraceuticals have potential in this regard. Nutraceuticals reported to enhance Sirt1 synthesis or protein expression include ferulic acid, tetrahydrocurcumin, urolithin A, melatonin, astaxanthin, carnosic acid and neochlorogenic acid. The half-life of Sirt1 protein can be enhanced with the natural nicotinamide catabolite N1-methylnicotinamide. The availability of Sirt1's obligate substrate NAD+ can be increased in several ways: nicotinamide riboside and nicotinamide mononucleotide can function as substrates for NAD+ synthesis; activators of AMP-activated kinase-such as berberine-can increase expression of nicotinamide phosphoribosyltransferase, which is rate limiting for NAD+ synthesis; and nutraceutical quinones such as thymoquinone and pyrroloquinoline quinone can boost NAD+ by promoting oxidation of NADH. Induced ketosis-as via ingestion of medium-chain triglycerides-can increase NAD+ in the brain by lessening the reduction of NAD+ mediated by glycolysis. Post-translational modifications of Sirt1 by O-GlcNAcylation or sulfonation can increase its activity, suggesting that administration of glucosamine or of agents promoting hydrogen sulfide synthesis may aid Sirt1 activity. Although resveratrol has poor pharmacokinetics, it can bind to Sirt1 and activate it allosterically-as can so-called sirtuin-activating compound drugs. Since oxidative stress can reduce Sirt1 activity in multiple ways, effective antioxidant supplementation that blunts such stress may also help preserve Sirt1 activity in some circumstances. Combination nutraceutical regimens providing physiologically meaningful doses of several of these agents, capable of activating Sirt1 in complementary ways, may have considerable potential for health promotion. Such measures may also amplify the benefits of sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors in non-diabetic disorders, as these benefits appear to reflect upregulation of Sirt1 and AMP-activated protein kinase activities.
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- James J DiNicolantonio
- Department of Preventive Cardiology, Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute, Kansas City, Missouri, USA
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- Catalytic Longevity Foundation, Encinitas, California, USA
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- Department of Preventive Cardiology, Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute, Kansas City, Missouri, USA
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Liu M, Hu T, Gou W, Chang H, Li Y, Li Y, Zuo D, Hou W, Jiao S. Exploring the pharmacological mechanisms of icaritin against nasopharyngeal carcinoma via network pharmacology and experimental validation. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:993022. [PMID: 36467051 PMCID: PMC9715612 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.993022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2022] [Accepted: 11/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Background: Icaritin is a natural product with a wide range of anti-tumor effects. However, its anti-tumor mechanism has not been thoroughly studied. This study examined the inhibitory effect of icaritin on nasopharyngeal cancer and its underlying mechanism using network pharmacology along with in vivo and in vitro experiments. Methods: MTT and clone formation assays were used to detect the effects of icaritin on the viability and proliferation of nasopharyngeal carcinoma cells, followed by the construction of a HONE1 xenograft tumor model to evaluate the anti-tumor efficacy of icaritin in vivo. A public database was used to predict prospective targets, built a protein-protein interaction (PPI) network, and analyze gene enrichment and biological processes. Based on network pharmacological data, cell cycle-related proteins were identified using western blotting. Besides, cell cycle distribution, apoptosis, and intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation were identified using flow cytometry. In addition, SA-β-Gal staining was performed to detect cellular senescence, and western blotting was performed to detect the expression of P53, P21, and other proteins to verify key signaling pathways. Results: Icaritin effectively inhibited the viability and proliferation of nasopharyngeal carcinoma cell lines and showed good anti-tumor activity against HONE1 nasopharyngeal carcinoma cells in vivo. Key protein targets, including AKT1, HSP90AA1, CDK4, CCND1, and EGFR, were screened using PPI network topology analysis. GO and KEGG analysis revealed that the cell cycle, p53 signaling, and cell senescence pathways may be the main regulatory pathways. Flow cytometry and western blot experiments showed that icaritin caused S-phase arrest and promoted an increase in ROS. SA-β-Gal staining showed that icaritin significantly induced cellular senescence, and western blotting showed that the expression of senescence-related proteins p53 and P21 increased significantly. Moreover, inhibition of ROS levels by N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) enhanced cell viability, reversed cellular senescence and reduced cellular senescence-associated protein expression. Conclusion: The results of network pharmacological analysis and in vivo and in vitro experiments showed that icaritin effectively inhibited the growth of nasopharyngeal carcinoma cells, promoted ROS production, induced cellular senescence, and inhibited tumor cells, which are related to the regulation of P53/P21 signal pathway.
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- Minglu Liu
- Department of Medical Oncology, The First Medical Centre, Chinese People’s Liberation Army General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Molecular Nuclear Medicine, Institute of Radiation Medicine, Peking Union Medical College and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Tianjin, China,Department of Pharmacology, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Molecular Nuclear Medicine, Institute of Radiation Medicine, Peking Union Medical College and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Tianjin, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Molecular Nuclear Medicine, Institute of Radiation Medicine, Peking Union Medical College and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Tianjin, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Molecular Nuclear Medicine, Institute of Radiation Medicine, Peking Union Medical College and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Tianjin, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Molecular Nuclear Medicine, Institute of Radiation Medicine, Peking Union Medical College and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Molecular Nuclear Medicine, Institute of Radiation Medicine, Peking Union Medical College and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Tianjin, China,*Correspondence: Shunchang Jiao, ; Wenbin Hou,
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- Department of Medical Oncology, The First Medical Centre, Chinese People’s Liberation Army General Hospital, Beijing, China,*Correspondence: Shunchang Jiao, ; Wenbin Hou,
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Mccarty MF, Dinicolantonio JJ, O’keefe JH. Nutraceutical Prevention of Diabetic Complications—Focus on Dicarbonyl and Oxidative Stress. Curr Issues Mol Biol 2022; 44:4314-4338. [PMID: 36135209 PMCID: PMC9498143 DOI: 10.3390/cimb44090297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2022] [Revised: 08/25/2022] [Accepted: 09/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Oxidative and dicarbonyl stress, driven by excess accumulation of glycolytic intermediates in cells that are highly permeable to glucose in the absence of effective insulin activity, appear to be the chief mediators of the complications of diabetes. The most pathogenically significant dicarbonyl stress reflects spontaneous dephosphorylation of glycolytic triose phosphates, giving rise to highly reactive methylglyoxal. This compound can be converted to harmless lactate by the sequential activity of glyoxalase I and II, employing glutathione as a catalyst. The transcription of glyoxalase I, rate-limiting for this process, is promoted by Nrf2, which can be activated by nutraceutical phase 2 inducers such as lipoic acid and sulforaphane. In cells exposed to hyperglycemia, glycine somehow up-regulates Nrf2 activity. Zinc can likewise promote glyoxalase I transcription, via activation of the metal-responsive transcription factor (MTF) that binds to the glyoxalase promoter. Induction of glyoxalase I and metallothionein may explain the protective impact of zinc in rodent models of diabetic complications. With respect to the contribution of oxidative stress to diabetic complications, promoters of mitophagy and mitochondrial biogenesis, UCP2 inducers, inhibitors of NAPDH oxidase, recouplers of eNOS, glutathione precursors, membrane oxidant scavengers, Nrf2 activators, and correction of diabetic thiamine deficiency should help to quell this.
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Cheng Y, Yang H, Hai Y, Liu Y, Luo B. Researches on Stem and Progenitor Cells in Intervertebral Discs: An Analysis of the Scientific Landscape. Stem Cells Int 2022; 2022:1-17. [PMID: 36093440 PMCID: PMC9458398 DOI: 10.1155/2022/1274580] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2022] [Revised: 08/04/2022] [Accepted: 08/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Low back pain (LBP) is a common clinical symptom, and the prevalence is ranged from 60% to 70%. With the deepening of basic research, the development of intervertebral disc regeneration-oriented cell therapy, especially stem and progenitor cells therapy, showed good research prospects and was expected to become new methods of treatment for LBP. Our study is aimed at analyzing the scientific output of stem and progenitor cells in intervertebral discs and at driving future research into new publications. Researches focused on this file were searched from the Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-E) of the Web of Science (WOS) core collection database and were screened according to inclusion criteria. We evaluated and visualized the results, including annual publications, citations, authors, organizations, countries, research directions, funds, and journals by bibliometric website, VOSviewer, and Citespace softwares on May 27, 2022. A total of 450 original articles and reviews were included, and the overall trend of the number of publications rapidly increased. In worldwide, China and the USA were the leading countries for research production. The retrieved 450 publications received 14322 citations, with an average of 31.83 citations and an H-index of 62. The most high-yield author, organization, country, research directions, funds, and journals were Chen QX from Zhejiang University, Zhejiang University, China, Cell Biology, National Natural Science Foundation of China, and Spine, respectively. Keywords cluster analysis showed the research hotspots in the future, including “human intervertebral disc”, “adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cell”, “intervertebral disc degeneration”, “degenerative disc model”, “nucleus pulposus regeneration”, “human cartilage”, “3d culture”, “shrinkage-free preparation”, and “polylactide disc”. Furthermore, with accumulating evidence demonstrating the role of stem and progenitor cells in intervertebral discs, “microenvironment”, “activation”, “intervertebral disc degeneration”, and “oxidative stress” are becoming the research frontiers and trends.
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Hu Z, Wang Y, Gao X, Zhang Y, Liu C, Zhai Y, Chang X, Li H, Li Y, Lou J, Li C. Optineurin-mediated mitophagy as a potential therapeutic target for intervertebral disc degeneration. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:893307. [PMID: 36105191 PMCID: PMC9465714 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.893307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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Low back pain is thought to be mainly caused by intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD), and there is a lack of effective treatments. Cellular senescence and matrix degradation are important factors that cause disc degeneration. Mitochondrial dysfunction induced by oxidative stress is an important mechanism of cellular senescence and matrix degradation in the nucleus pulposus (NP), and mitophagy can effectively remove damaged mitochondria, restore mitochondrial homeostasis, and mitigate the damage caused by oxidative stress. Optineurin (OPTN) is a selective mitophagy receptor, and its role in intervertebral disc degeneration remains unclear. Here, we aimed to explore the effect of OPTN on H2O2-induced nucleus pulposus cell (NPCs) senescence and matrix degradation in a rat model of disc degeneration. Western blot analysis showed that OPTN expression was reduced in degenerative human and rat nucleus pulposus tissues and increased in H2O2-induced senescent NPCs. OPTN overexpression significantly inhibited H2O2-induced senescence and increased matrix-associated protein expression in NPCs, but OPTN knockdown showed the opposite effect. As previous reports have suggested that mitophagy significantly reduces mitochondrial damage and reactive oxygen species (ROS) caused by oxidative stress, and we used the mitophagy agonist CCCP, the mitophagy inhibitor cyclosporin A (CsA), and the mitochondrial ROS (mtROS) scavenger mitoTEMPO and confirmed that OPTN attenuated NPCs senescence and matrix degeneration caused by oxidative stress by promoting mitophagy to scavenge damaged mitochondria and excess reactive oxygen species, thereby slowing the progression of IVDD. In conclusion, our research suggests that OPTN is involved in IVDD and exerts beneficial effects against IVDD.
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- Zhilei Hu
- Department of Orthopedics, Xinqiao Hospital, Army Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Southwest Hospital, Army Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xinqiao Hospital, Army Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xinqiao Hospital, Army Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xinqiao Hospital, Army Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xinqiao Hospital, Army Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xinqiao Hospital, Army Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xinqiao Hospital, Army Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xinqiao Hospital, Army Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xinqiao Hospital, Army Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xinqiao Hospital, Army Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
- *Correspondence: Changqing Li,
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Tow W, Chee P, Sundralingam U, Palanisamy UD. The Therapeutic Relevance of Urolithins, Intestinal Metabolites of Ellagitannin-Rich Food: A Systematic Review of In Vivo Studies. Nutrients 2022; 14:3494. [PMID: 36079752 PMCID: PMC9460125 DOI: 10.3390/nu14173494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2022] [Revised: 08/14/2022] [Accepted: 08/16/2022] [Indexed: 12/09/2022] Open
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The therapeutic effects of food rich in ellagitannins have been established to stem from its microbial metabolite, urolithin. Over the past decade, there has been a growing trend in urolithin research pertaining to its pharmacological properties. The purpose of this systematic review is to collate and synthesise all available data on urolithin’s therapeutic ability, to highlight its potential as a pharmaceutical agent, and prospective direction on future research. Methods: This systematic review was written based on the PRISMA guideline and was conducted across Ovid via Embase, Ovid MEDLINE, Cochrane Central Register for Controlled Trials, and Web of Science Core Collection. Results: A total of 41 animal studies were included in this systematic review based on the appropriate keyword. The included studies highlighted the neuroprotective, anti-metabolic disorder activity, nephroprotective, myocardial protective, anti-inflammatory, and musculoskeletal protection of urolithin A, B, and its synthetic analogue methylated urolithin A. The Sirt1, AMPK, and PI3K/AKT/mTOR signalling pathways were reported to be involved in the initiation of autophagy and mitochondrial biogenesis by urolithin A. Conclusions: This review methodically discusses the therapeutic prospects of urolithins and provides scientific justification for the potential development of urolithin A as a potent natural mitophagy inducer for anti-ageing purposes.
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Cheng Y, Yang H, Hai Y, Zhou L. Scientific literature landscape analysis of researches on oxidative stress in intervertebral disc degeneration in web of science. Front Mol Biosci 2022; 9:989627. [PMID: 36032668 PMCID: PMC9403418 DOI: 10.3389/fmolb.2022.989627] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2022] [Accepted: 07/25/2022] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Oxidative stress plays a significant role in the development of disc degeneration and has attracted widespread attention since it was first researched in 2007. Our study aims to analyze the scientific output of oxidative stress in intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD) and drive future research into new publications. Publications focused on this topic were retrieved from the SCI-EXPANDED (SCI-E) of the Web of Science (WOS) core collection database and were screened according to the inclusion criteria. Bibliometric website, VOSviewer, and Citespace software were used to evaluate and visualize the results, including annual publications, citations, authors, organizations, countries, research directions, funds, and journals. As of 16 February 2022, a total of 289 original articles and reviews were included, and the overall trend of the number of publications rapidly increased. China and the United States were the leading countries for research production in worldwide. The retrieved 289 publications received 5,979 citations, with an average of 20.67 citations and an H-index of 40. The most high-yield author, organization, country, research direction, fund, and journal were Wang K from Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science Technology, China, Cell Biology, National Natural Science Foundation of China, Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity, respectively. The majority of most common keywords were related to the mechanisms and regulatory networks of oxidative stress. Furthermore, with accumulating evidence that demonstrates the role of oxidative stress in IDD, “mitochondria” and “senescence” are becoming the new research focus that should be paid more attention to.
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- *Correspondence: Yong Hai, ; Lijin Zhou,
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- *Correspondence: Yong Hai, ; Lijin Zhou,
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McCarty MF, Lewis Lujan L, Iloki Assanga S. Targeting Sirt1, AMPK, Nrf2, CK2, and Soluble Guanylate Cyclase with Nutraceuticals: A Practical Strategy for Preserving Bone Mass. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23. [PMID: 35563167 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23094776] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2022] [Revised: 04/19/2022] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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There is a vast pre-clinical literature suggesting that certain nutraceuticals have the potential to aid the preservation of bone mass in the context of estrogen withdrawal, glucocorticoid treatment, chronic inflammation, or aging. In an effort to bring some logical clarity to these findings, the signaling pathways regulating osteoblast, osteocyte, and osteoclast induction, activity, and survival are briefly reviewed in the present study. The focus is placed on the following factors: the mechanisms that induce and activate the RUNX2 transcription factor, a key driver of osteoblast differentiation and function; the promotion of autophagy and prevention of apoptosis in osteoblasts/osteoclasts; and the induction and activation of NFATc1, which promotes the expression of many proteins required for osteoclast-mediated osteolysis. This analysis suggests that the activation of sirtuin 1 (Sirt1), AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), the Nrf2 transcription factor, and soluble guanylate cyclase (sGC) can be expected to aid the maintenance of bone mass, whereas the inhibition of the serine kinase CK2 should also be protective in this regard. Fortuitously, nutraceuticals are available to address each of these targets. Sirt1 activation can be promoted with ferulic acid, N1-methylnicotinamide, melatonin, nicotinamide riboside, glucosamine, and thymoquinone. Berberine, such as the drug metformin, is a clinically useful activator of AMPK. Many agents, including lipoic acid, melatonin, thymoquinone, astaxanthin, and crucifera-derived sulforaphane, can promote Nrf2 activity. Pharmacological doses of biotin can directly stimulate sGC. Additionally, certain flavonols, notably quercetin, can inhibit CK2 in high nanomolar concentrations that may be clinically relevant. Many, though not all, of these agents have shown favorable effects on bone density and structure in rodent models of bone loss. Complex nutraceutical regimens providing a selection of these nutraceuticals in clinically meaningful doses may have an important potential for preserving bone health. Concurrent supplementation with taurine, N-acetylcysteine, vitamins D and K2, and minerals, including magnesium, zinc, and manganese, plus a diet naturally high in potassium, may also be helpful in this regard.
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Wang J, Zhu L, Shi P, Wang P, Dai Y, Wang Y, Lu X, Cheng X, Feng X, Zhang L, Yang S. 1,25(OH)2D3 Mitigates Oxidative Stress-Induced Damage to Nucleus Pulposus-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells through PI3K/Akt Pathway. Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity 2022; 2022:1-22. [PMID: 35340208 PMCID: PMC8956384 DOI: 10.1155/2022/1427110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2021] [Revised: 01/29/2022] [Accepted: 02/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD) is one of the main causes of low back pain. The local environment of the degenerated intervertebral disc (IVD) increases oxidative stress and apoptosis of endogenous nucleus pulposus-derived mesenchymal stem cells (NPMSCs) and weakens its ability of endogenous repair ability in degenerated IVDs. A suitable concentration of 1α,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 (1,25(OH)2D3) has been certified to reduce oxidative stress and cell apoptosis. The current study investigated the protective effect and potential mechanism of 1,25(OH)2D3 against oxidative stress-induced damage to NPMSCs. The present results showed that 1,25(OH)2D3 showed a significant protective effect on NPMSCs at a concentration of 10−10 M for 24 h. Protective effects of 1,25(OH)2D3 were also exhibited against H2O2-induced NPMSC senescence, mitochondrial dysfunction, and reduced mitochondrial membrane potential. The Annexin V/PI apoptosis detection assay, TUNEL assay, immunofluorescence, western blot, and real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction assay showed that pretreatment with 1,25(OH)2D3 could alleviate H2O2-induced NPMSC apoptosis, including the apoptosis rate and the expression of proapoptotic-related (Caspase-3 and Bax) and antiapoptotic-related (Bcl-2) proteins. The intracellular expression of p-Akt increased after pretreatment with 1,25(OH)2D3. However, these protective effects of 1,25(OH)2D3 were significantly decreased after the PI3K/Akt pathway was inhibited by the LY294002 treatment. In vivo, X-ray, MRI, and histological analyses showed that 1,25(OH)2D3 treatment relieved the degree of IVDD in Sprague–Dawley rat disc puncture models. In summary, 1,25(OH)2D3 efficiently attenuated oxidative stress-induced NPMSC apoptosis and mitochondrial dysfunction via PI3K/Akt pathway and is a promising candidate treatment for the repair of IVDD.
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