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PMID:  Mult Scler J Exp Transl Clin. 2019 Oct-Dec;5(4):2055217319892291. Epub 2019 Dec 6. PMID: 31839980 Abstract Title:  High serum concentration of vitamin D may protect against multiple sclerosis. Abstract:  Background: High 25-hydroxyvitamin D concentrations have been associated with a reduced risk of multiple sclerosis, with indications of a stronger effect among young individuals.Objective: Investigate the …

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PMID:  J Neurol. 2019 Dec 17. Epub 2019 Dec 17. PMID: 31844981 Abstract Title:  Low sun exposure increases multiple sclerosis risk both directly and indirectly. Abstract:  OBJECTIVE: We aimed to study (1) to what extent the influence of low sun exposure on multiple sclerosis (MS) risk is mediated by low vitamin D levels; (2) whether …

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PMID:  Food Chem Toxicol. 2019 Nov 30:111012. Epub 2019 Nov 30. PMID: 31794802 Abstract Title:  Anti-proliferation activities of Oryza sativa L. anthocyanins-Hohenbuehelia serotina polysaccharides complex after in vitro gastrointestinal digestion. Abstract:  In order to improve the bioavailability of Oryza sativa L. anthocyanins, we fabricated Oryza sativa L. anthocyanins-Hohenbuehelia serotina polysaccharides (OSA-HSP) complex and investigated its …

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PMID:  Nutr Rev. 2019 Dec 4. Epub 2019 Dec 4. PMID: 31800057 Abstract Title:  Effect of vitamins C and E on recovery of motor function after spinal cord injury: systematic review and meta-analysis of animal studies. Abstract:  CONTEXT: Many animal studies have evaluated the role of vitamins in the recovery of motor function after spinal …

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PMID:  Blood Adv. 2019 Dec 23 ;3(24):4187-4201. PMID: 31856270 Abstract Title:  Vitamin C stabilizes CD8+ iTregs and enhances their therapeutic potential in controlling murine GVHD and leukemia relapse. Abstract:  Adoptive transfer of induced regulatory T cells (iTregs) can ameliorate graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) after allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (allo-HCT). CD4+ iTregs can effectively prevent GVHD but …

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PMID:  Microb Pathog. 2019 Dec 14:103927. Epub 2019 Dec 14. PMID: 31846743 Abstract Title:  Anti-virulence activity of polyphenolic fraction isolated from Kombucha against Vibrio cholerae. Abstract:  The use of traditional foods and beverages or their bioactive compounds as anti-virulence agents is a new alternative method to overcome the increased global emergence of antimicrobial resistance in …

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PMID:  Int J Mol Sci. 2019 Dec 6 ;20(24). Epub 2019 Dec 6. PMID: 31817750 Abstract Title:  Astaxanthin Ameliorates Ischemic-Hypoxic-Induced Neurotrophin Receptor p75 Upregulation in the Endothelial Cells of Neonatal Mouse Brains. Abstract:  Ischemic stroke is a leading cause of human death in present times. Two phases of pathological impact occur during an ischemic stroke, …

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PMID:  Sci Rep. 2018 08 16 ;8(1):12238. Epub 2018 Aug 16. PMID: 30116003 Abstract Title:  Investigation of the anti-TB potential of selected propolis constituents using a molecular docking approach. Abstract:  Human tuberculosis (TB), caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is the leading bacterial killer disease worldwide and new anti-TB drugs are urgently needed. Natural remedies have long …

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PMID:  J Nutr Biochem. 2019 02 ;64:61-71. Epub 2018 Oct 25. PMID: 30445417 Abstract Title:  (+)-Sesamin attenuates chronic unpredictable mild stress-induced depressive-like behaviors and memory deficits via suppression of neuroinflammation. Abstract:  Depression is a mood disorder that is related to neuroinflammation and cognition loss. This study is aimed to determine the potential antidepressant effects of …

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PMID:  J Oleo Sci. 2019 ;68(1):79-85. PMID: 30606956 Abstract Title:  Sesame Extract Attenuates the Degradation of Collagen and Elastin Fibers in the Vascular Walls of Nicotine-administered Mice. Abstract:  Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a vascular disease characterized by the weakening of the vascular walls and the progressive dilation of the abdominal aorta. Nicotine, a primary …

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