PMID: Turk J Med Sci. 2019 Oct 24 ;49(5):1503-1508. Epub 2019 Oct 24. PMID: 31651121 Abstract Title: Serum zinc levels in seborrheic dermatitis: a case-control study Abstract: Background/aim: Malassezia colonization, sebaceous gland activity, hormones, immune system defects, environmental factors, and the interactions between these factors are thought to contribute to the pathogenesis of seborrheic dermatitis …
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Comparative absorption of zinc picolinate, zinc citrate and zinc gluconate in humans.
PMID: Agents Actions. 1987 Jun ;21(1-2):223-8. PMID: 3630857 Abstract Title: Comparative absorption of zinc picolinate, zinc citrate and zinc gluconate in humans. Abstract: The comparative absorption of zinc after oral administration of three different complexed forms was studied in 15 healthy human volunteers in a double-blind four-period crossover trial. The individuals were randomly divided into …
Review: antimicrobial properties of allicin used alone or in combination with other medications.
PMID: Folia Microbiol (Praha). 2020 Mar 23. Epub 2020 Mar 23. PMID: 32207097 Abstract Title: Review: antimicrobial properties of allicin used alone or in combination with other medications. Abstract: Garlic (Allium sativum L.) is a well-known spice widely utilised for its medicinal properties. There is an extensive record of the many beneficial health effects of …
Cost effective use of a thiosulfinate-enriched Allium sativum extract in combination with chemotherapy in colon cancer.
PMID: Int J Mol Sci. 2020 Apr 16 ;21(8). Epub 2020 Apr 16. PMID: 32316312 Abstract Title: Cost Effective Use of a Thiosulfinate-EnrichedExtract in Combination with Chemotherapy in Colon Cancer. Abstract: In this work, we sought to investigate the effects of a thiosulfinate-enriched garlic extract, co-administered with 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) or oxaliplatin chemotherapy, on the viability …
Allicin alleviates lead-induced bone loss by preventing oxidative stress and osteoclastogenesis.
PMID: Biol Trace Elem Res. 2020 Apr 21. Epub 2020 Apr 21. PMID: 32314144 Abstract Title: Allicin Alleviates Lead-Induced Bone Loss by Preventing Oxidative Stress and Osteoclastogenesis Via SIRT1/FOXO1 Pathway in Mice. Abstract: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of allicin on lead-induced bone loss in mice. Male C57BL/6 J mice (3-weeks-old) …
Impact of garlic tablets on nosocomial infections in hospitalized patients in intensive care units.
PMID: Electron Physician. 2017 Apr ;9(4):4064-4071. Epub 2017 Apr 25. PMID: 28607636 Abstract Title: Impact of garlic tablets on nosocomial infections in hospitalized patients in intensive care units. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Nosocomial infections are one of the main causes of mortality and morbidity in hospitals, especially in intensive care units (ICUs).OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study …
Aged garlic extract may be beneficial in preventing the development of chronic diseases associated with low-grade inflammation.
PMID: Clin Nutr ESPEN. 2018 04 ;24:148-155. Epub 2018 Jan 3. PMID: 29576354 Abstract Title: Aged garlic extract supplementation modifies inflammation and immunity of adults with obesity: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Obesity is a serious global health issue and often results in low-grade systemic inflammation, increasing the risk for several chronic …
Directly interact with Keap1 and LPS is involved in the anti-inflammatory mechanisms of (-)-epicatechin-3-gallate in LPS-induced macrophages and endotoxemia.
PMID: Free Radic Biol Med. 2016 05 ;94:1-16. Epub 2016 Feb 12. PMID: 26878775 Abstract Title: Directly interact with Keap1 and LPS is involved in the anti-inflammatory mechanisms of (-)-epicatechin-3-gallate in LPS-induced macrophages and endotoxemia. Abstract: Disruption of the Kelch-like ECH-associated protein 1 (Keap1)-Nuclear factor erythroid-derived factor 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) interaction has emerged as …
Glutathione induced immune-stimulatory activity.
PMID: Antioxidants (Basel). 2019 Sep 18 ;8(9). Epub 2019 Sep 18. PMID: 31540482 Abstract Title: Glutathione Induced Immune-Stimulatory Activity by Promoting M1-Like Macrophages Polarization via Potential ROS Scavenging Capacity. Abstract: The present study investigated the immunomodulatory activity of reduced glutathione (GSH) by assessment of the macrophage polarization (MP)-mediated immune response in RAW 264.7 cells. Furthermore, …
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Carvacrol may be a promising protective agent against bronchial asthma.
PMID: Life Sci. 2020 Feb 1 ;242:117222. Epub 2019 Dec 24. PMID: 31881223 Abstract Title: Potential anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects of carvacrol against ovalbumin-induced asthma in rats. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Asthma is a complex inflammatory disease which affects multiple individuals worldwide especially pediatric ages.AIMS: This study aimed to assess the possible protective effect of carvacrol, as …
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