PMID: Nutr Neurosci. 2020 Mar 3:1-12. Epub 2020 Mar 3. PMID: 32124682 Abstract Title: Potential treatment of Parkinson's disease with omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Abstract: Parkinson's disease (PD) is characterized by dysfunction of the nigrostriatal system, loss of dopamine neurons and intracellular aggregation ofα-synuclein. Recently, both clinical and experimental studies have reported that neuroinflammation and …
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Neuroprotective role of dietary supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids.
PMID: Int J Mol Sci. 2020 Mar 4 ;21(5). Epub 2020 Mar 4. PMID: 32143275 Abstract Title: Neuroprotective Role of Dietary Supplementation with Omega-3 Fatty Acids in the Presence of Basal Forebrain Cholinergic Neurons Degeneration in Aged Mice. Abstract: As major components of neuronal membranes, omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFA) exhibit a wide range …
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Omega-3 fatty acid and vitamin co-supplementation may have a favourable effect on metabolic status in gestational diabetes.
PMID: Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2020 Feb 26 ;247:191-197. Epub 2020 Feb 26. PMID: 32145487 Abstract Title: Influence of omega-3 fatty acid and vitamin co-supplementation on metabolic status in gestational diabetes: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled studies. Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Omega-3 fatty acid and vitamin E or D co-supplementation may be an important approach …
The benefits of omega-3 fats for stabilizing and remodelling atherosclerosis.
PMID: Mo Med. 2020 Jan-Feb;117(1):65-69. PMID: 32158053 Abstract Title: The Benefits of Omega-3 Fats for Stabilizing and Remodeling Atherosclerosis. Abstract: The majority of acute coronary syndromes are caused by the rupture of plaques rendered vulnerable by oxidized lipids, inflammation, and a thin fibrous cap with reduced collagen and smooth muscle cell content.2 Thus, stabilizing and …
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Alpha-lipoic acid downregulates TRPV1 receptor via NF-κB and attenuates neuropathic pain in rats with diabetes.
PMID: CNS Neurosci Ther. 2020 Mar 16. Epub 2020 Mar 16. PMID: 32175676 Abstract Title: Alpha-lipoic acid downregulates TRPV1 receptor via NF-κB and attenuates neuropathic pain in rats with diabetes. Abstract: AIMS: Painful diabetic neuropathy (PDN) is a refractory complication of diabetes. The study aimed to investigate the role ofα-lipoic acid (ALA) on the regulation …
Protective effect of alpha-lipoic acid and omega-3 fatty acids against cyclophosphamide-induced ovarian toxicity.
PMID: Vet World. 2020 Jan ;13(1):188-196. Epub 2020 Jan 27. PMID: 32158171 Abstract Title: Protective effect of alpha-lipoic acid and omega-3 fatty acids against cyclophosphamide-induced ovarian toxicity in rats. Abstract: Background and Aim: Cyclophosphamide therapy is known to be associated with the risk of female infertility as a result of ovarian toxicity. Alpha-lipoic acid (LA) …
Omega-3 fatty-acids modulate symptoms of depressive disorder.
PMID: Psychiatry Res. 2020 Mar 7 ;287:112911. Epub 2020 Mar 7. PMID: 32179212 Abstract Title: Omega-3 fatty-acids modulate symptoms of depressive disorder, serum levels of omega-3 fatty acids and omega-6/omega-3 ratio in children. A randomized, double-blind and controlled trial. Abstract: Omega-3 fatty acids (FA) are a promising adjuvant therapy for depressive disorder (DD) in adults. …
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The anti-inflammatory role of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in pre-clinical models of psychiatric, neurodegenerative, and neurological disorders.
PMID: Front Psychiatry. 2020 ;11:122. Epub 2020 Feb 28. PMID: 32180741 Abstract Title: The Anti-Inflammatory Role of Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids Metabolites in Pre-Clinical Models of Psychiatric, Neurodegenerative, and Neurological Disorders. Abstract: Inflammation has been identified as one of the main pathophysiological mechanisms underlying neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders. Despite the role of inflammation in those …
The role of dietary antioxidants on oxidative stress in diabetic nephropathy.
PMID: Iran J Kidney Dis. 2020 Mar ;14(2):81-94. PMID: 32165592 Abstract Title: The Role of Dietary Antioxidants on Oxidative Stress in Diabetic Nephropathy. Abstract: Diabetic nephropathy (ND) is the leading cause of end-stage renal disease and oxidative stress (OS) has been recognized as a key factor in the pathogenesis and progression. Hyperglycemia, reactive oxygen species, …
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Antioxidant properties and antimicrobial activity of manuka honey versus Polish honeys.
PMID: J Food Sci Technol. 2020 Apr ;57(4):1269-1277. Epub 2019 Dec 16. PMID: 32180623 Abstract Title: Antioxidant properties and antimicrobial activity of manuka honey versus Polish honeys. Abstract: Originating from New Zealand manuka honey distinguishes itself from other honeys. The purpose of this study was to compare the antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of manuka honey …