Vitamins / Supplements / Nutraceuticals

Be well: A potential role for vitamin B in COVID-19

Virus, Vitamins / Supplements / Nutraceuticals /

There is a need to highlight the importance of vitamin B because it plays a pivotal role in cell functioning, energy metabolism, and proper immune function. Vitamin B assists in proper activation of both the innate and adaptive immune responses, reduces pro-inflammatory cytokine levels, improves respiratory function, maintains endothelial integrity, prevents hypercoagulability and can reduce […]

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Astaxanthin Alleviates Ochratoxin A-Induced Cecum Injury and Inflammation in Mice by Regulating the Diversity of Cecal Microbiota and TLR4/MyD88/NF-κB Signaling Pathway

Anti-oxidants, Butyrate, Short Chain Fatty Acids, Vitamins / Supplements / Nutraceuticals /

Ochratoxin A (OTA) is a common environmental pollutant found in a variety of foods and grains, and excessive OTA consumptioncauses serious global health effects on animals and humans. Astaxanthin (AST) is a natural carotenoid that has anti-inflammatory,antiapoptotic, immunomodulatory, antitumor, antidiabetes, and other biological activities. The present study is aimed atinvestigating the effects of AST on

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Novel perspectives for neurodegeneration prevention: effects of bioactive polyphenols

Diet and Exercise, Polyphenols, Vitamins / Supplements / Nutraceuticals /

Neurodegenerative diseases are becoming a big challenge for modern society. Neurodegenerative disorders strongly impact on patient and their caregivers. Moreover, since the population is becoming older, these pathologies will deeply influence medical and socio-economic conditions in the next years. CLICK TO REVIEW

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Oxidative Stress in Parkinson’s Disease: Potential Benefits of Antioxidant Supplementation

Anti-oxidants, Vitamins / Supplements / Nutraceuticals /

Oxidative stress is highlighted as an important factor in the genesis of PD, involving several enzymes and signaling molecules in the underlying mechanisms of the disease. This review presents updated data on the involvement of oxidative stress in the disease, as well as the use of antioxidant supplements in its therapy CLICK TO REVIEW

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