PMID: Nutrients. 2019 May 21 ;11(5). Epub 2019 May 21. PMID: 31117266 Abstract Title: A Pilot Study on Anti-Obesity Mechanisms of: The Role of Nativeκ-Carrageenan and the Leftover Sans-Carrageenan Fraction. Abstract: is a commercially important edible red alga widely cultivated for carrageenan production. Here, we aimed to investigate the anti-obesity mechanism ofby comparing the effects …
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PMID: Mar Drugs. 2019 Jun 17 ;17(6). Epub 2019 Jun 17. PMID: 31213027 Abstract Title: Hirsutanol A Attenuates Lipopolysaccharide-Mediated Matrix Metalloproteinase 9 Expression and Cytokines Production and Improves Endotoxemia-Induced Acute Sickness Behavior and Acute Lung Injury. Abstract: Activated human monocytes/macrophages, which increase the levels of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and pro-inflammatory cytokines, are the essential mechanisms …
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PMID: J Food Biochem. 2019 02 ;43(2):e12709. Epub 2018 Oct 29. PMID: 31353655 Abstract Title: Antioxidant activity of proteins extracted from red alga dulse harvested in Japan. Abstract: In this study, we investigated antioxidant activity of proteins from the red alga dulse (Palmaria sp.) harvested in Hokkaido, Japan. The dulse proteins that contain phycoerythrin (PE) …
PMID: Antioxidants (Basel). 2019 Dec 11 ;8(12). Epub 2019 Dec 11. PMID: 31835800 Abstract Title: Impact of Alpha-Lipoic Acid Chronic Discontinuous Treatment in Cardiometabolic Disorders and Oxidative Stress Induced by Fructose Intake in Rats. Abstract: Insulin resistance (IR) and cardiometabolic disorders are the main consequences of today's alimentary behavior. This study evaluates the effects of …
PMID: Antioxidants (Basel). 2019 Dec 13 ;8(12). Epub 2019 Dec 13. PMID: 31847149 Abstract Title: Effects of Very Low Calorie Ketogenic Diet on the Orexinergic System, Visceral Adipose Tissue, and ROS Production. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Caloric restriction is a valid strategy to reduce the visceral adipose tissue (VAT) content in obese persons. Hypocretin-1 (orexin-A) is a …
PMID: J Control Release. 2019 Sep 28 ;310:188-197. Epub 2019 Aug 25. PMID: 31454532 Abstract Title: Celastrol-loaded PEG-PCL nanomicelles ameliorate inflammation, lipid accumulation, insulin resistance and gastrointestinal injury in diet-induced obese mice. Abstract: Botanical triterpene celastrol is a candidate drug for the treatment of obesity, except for concerns over the safety in clinical application. The …
PMID: Phytomedicine. 2020 Feb ;67:153160. Epub 2019 Dec 26. PMID: 31901889 Abstract Title: Celastrol is a novel selective agonist of cannabinoid receptor 2 with anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic activity in a mouse model of systemic sclerosis. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Increasing evidence indicated that the cannabinoid receptors were involved in the pathogenesis of organ fibrogenesis.PURPOSE: The purpose of …
PMID: Antioxidants (Basel). 2019 Dec 21 ;9(1). Epub 2019 Dec 21. PMID: 31877779 Abstract Title: Antagonistic Efficacy of Luteolin against Lead Acetate Exposure-Associated with Hepatotoxicity is Mediated via Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, and Anti-Apoptotic Activities. Abstract: The abundant use of lead (Pb; toxic heavy metal) worldwide has increased occupational and ecosystem exposure, with subsequent negative health effects. …
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PMID: Antioxidants (Basel). 2019 Jun 21 ;8(6). Epub 2019 Jun 21. PMID: 31234405 Abstract Title: Marine AlgaExtract and Dieckol Attenuate Prostaglandin EProduction in HaCaT Keratinocytes Exposed to Airborne Particulate Matter. Abstract: Atmospheric particulate matter (PM) is an important cause of skin damage, and an increasing number of studies have been conducted to discover safe, natural …
PMID: Mar Drugs. 2019 Sep 21 ;17(10). Epub 2019 Sep 21. PMID: 31546680 Abstract Title: Phlorofucofuroeckol A from Edible Brown AlgaEnhances Osteoblastogenesis in Bone Marrow-Derived Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells. Abstract: The deterioration of bone formation is a leading cause of age-related bone disorders. Lack of bone formation is induced by decreased osteoblastogenesis. In this study, …
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