PMID: Int J Nanomedicine. 2020 ;15:2699-2715. Epub 2020 Apr 22. PMID: 32368050 Abstract Title: Antiviral Activity of Chitosan Nanoparticles Encapsulating Curcumin Against Hepatitis C Virus Genotype 4a in Human Hepatoma Cell Lines. Abstract: Purpose: Current direct-acting antiviral agents for treatment of hepatitis C virus genotype 4a (HCV-4a) have been reported to cause adverse effects, and therefore …
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Epigallocatechin gallate inhibits hepatitis B virus infection in human liver chimeric mice.
PMID: BMC Complement Altern Med. 2018 Sep 6 ;18(1):248. Epub 2018 Sep 6. PMID: 30189898 Abstract Title: Epigallocatechin gallate inhibits hepatitis B virus infection in human liver chimeric mice. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Persistent hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection causes liver cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma and constitutes a major worldwide health problem. Currently, anti-HBV drugs are limited …
This reviewed the current evidences regarding vitamin D role in the pathogenesis and management of different autoimmune diseases.
PMID: Nutrients. 2020 Mar 17 ;12(3). Epub 2020 Mar 17. PMID: 32192175 Abstract Title: Pathophysiological Role and Therapeutic Implications of Vitamin D in Autoimmunity: Focus on Chronic Autoimmune Diseases. Abstract: Vitamin D is a pleiotropic secosteroid yielding multiple actions in human physiology. Besides the canonical regulatory activity on bone metabolism, several non-classical actions have been …
Higher neonatal vitamin D concentration may reduce the risk of developing childhood asthma at ages 3-9 years.
PMID: Nutrients. 2020 Mar 21 ;12(3). Epub 2020 Mar 21. PMID: 32245170 Abstract Title: Neonatal Vitamin D Status and Risk of Asthma in Childhood: Results from the D-Tect Study. Abstract: BACKGROUND: low vitamin D status in pregnancy can influence the offspring's lung function and contribute to childhood asthma development. The objective of this study was …
What are Oligosaccharides and Why Should You Add Them to Your Diet?
The science is growing behind the nutritional and health benefits of oligosaccharides
Addition of selenium improves immunomodulative effects of glucan.
PMID: N Am J Med Sci. 2016 Feb ;8(2):88-92. PMID: 27042606 Abstract Title: Addition of Selenium Improves Immunomodulative Effects of Glucan. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Selenium (Se) is an established essential nutrient that plays a role in various biological processes including cancer development. Similarly, stimulation of immune reactions byβ-glucans is well-documented.AIMS: In the current study, we focused …
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The effect of coenzyme Q10 supplementation on oxidative stress.
PMID: Food Sci Nutr. 2020 Apr ;8(4):1766-1776. Epub 2020 Mar 19. PMID: 32328242 Abstract Title: The effect of coenzyme Q10 supplementation on oxidative stress: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials. Abstract: Some evidence exists in supporting the beneficial effects of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) on oxidative stress. Since the findings of studies …
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Clinical evidence for Q10 coenzyme supplementation in heart failure.
PMID: J Clin Med. 2020 Apr 27 ;9(5). Epub 2020 Apr 27. PMID: 32349341 Abstract Title: Clinical Evidence for Q10 Coenzyme Supplementation in Heart Failure: From Energetics to Functional Improvement. Abstract: Oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction are hallmarks of heart failure (HF). Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a vitamin-like organic compound widely expressed in humans as …
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The regulation of pathways of inflammation and resolution in immune cells and cancer stem cells by selenium.
PMID: Adv Cancer Res. 2017 ;136:153-172. Epub 2017 Aug 31. PMID: 29054417 Abstract Title: The Regulation of Pathways of Inflammation and Resolution in Immune Cells and Cancer Stem Cells by Selenium. Abstract: Cancer is a complex disease where cancer stem cells (CSCs) maintain unlimited replicative potential, but evade chemotherapy drugs through cellular quiescence. CSCs are …
Cyanocobalamin and cholecalciferol synergistically improve functional and histopathological nerve healing.
PMID: Ideggyogy Sz. 2020 Mar 30 ;73(3-4):113-120. PMID: 32364338 Abstract Title: Cyanocobalamin and cholecalciferol synergistically improve functional and histopathological nerve healing in experimental rat model. Abstract: Background and purpose: Peripheral nerve injury (PNI) is a frequent problem among young adults. Hopefully, regeneration can occur in PNI unlike central nervous system. If nerve cut is complete, …
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