medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 8, 2024
Abstract
The
Mediterranean
diet
is
associated
with
reduced
mortality
and
cognitive
decline,
largely
due
to
its
polyphenol
content.
However,
Western
populations
often
do
not
meet
recommended
fruit
vegetable
intakes.
Polyphenols
exert
anti-inflammatory
effects
may
influence
extracellular
vesicle
(EV)
dynamics.
DailyColors™
a
polyphenol-rich
blend
inspired
by
the
Diet,
containing
extracts
from
16
fruits,
vegetables,
herbs.
This
60-day,
double-blind,
placebo-controlled,
randomised
trial
involved
150
UK
adults
aged
50+
BMI
≥
25,
recruited
complete
physical
fitness
assessments
via
PROTECT-UK
online
platform.
Participants
received
either
medium
(750mg)
or
high
(2000mg)
dose
of
(∼300mg
∼750mg
polyphenols,
respectively)
placebo.
A
sub-group
(n=15
per
group)
underwent
additional
assessments,
including
blood
pressure
measurements,
characterisation
circulating
EVs
tandem-mass-tagged
serum
proteomics.
Significant
benefits
were
observed,
improvements
in
reaction
time
for
high-dose
group
accuracy
both
active
supplement
groups.
also
showed
significant
gains
on
Timed
Stand
Test
(P<0.001).
All
groups
improved
Chair
Test.
Proteomic
analysis
significantly
protein
expression
immune
pre-β1-HDL
pathways,
suggesting
effects.
Pre-β1-HDL
proteins
are
typically
elevated
obesity;
their
reduction
suggests
reversal
this
obesity-related
effect.
No
changes
noted
EV
concentration
size.
supplementation,
enhance
function,
fitness,
systemic
health
older,
overweight
adults,
potentially
mimicking
diet.
These
findings
warrant
investigation
larger
trials.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
26(3), P. 915 - 915
Published: Jan. 22, 2025
Polyphenols
are
micronutrients
found
in
fruits,
vegetables,
tea,
coffee,
cocoa,
medicinal
herbs,
fish,
crustaceans,
and
algae.
They
can
also
be
synthesized
using
recombinant
microorganisms.
Interest
plant-derived
natural
compounds
has
grown
due
to
their
potential
therapeutic
effects
with
minimal
side
effects.
This
is
particularly
important
as
the
aging
population
faces
increasing
rates
of
chronic
diseases
such
cancer,
diabetes,
arthritis,
cardiovascular,
neurological
disorders.
Studies
have
highlighted
polyphenols’
capacity
reduce
risk
factors
linked
onset
illnesses.
narrative
review
discusses
polyphenol
families
metabolism,
cardioprotective
polyphenols
evidenced
from
vitro
studies,
well
vivo
on
different
animal
models
cardiac
disease.
study
explores
molecular
mechanisms
underlying
these
benefits.
Current
research
suggests
that
may
protect
against
ischemia,
hypertension,
hypertrophy,
heart
failure,
myocardial
injury
through
complex
mechanisms,
including
epigenetic
genomic
modulation.
However,
further
studies
under
nutritionally
physiologically
relevant
conditions,
untargeted
multigenomic
approaches,
needed
more
comprehensively
elucidate
firmly
prove
polyphenols.
Food & Function,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(19), P. 9632 - 9661
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Metabolic
syndrome
(MetS)
is
a
disease
condition
incorporating
the
abnormal
accumulation
of
various
metabolic
components,
including
obesity,
insulin
resistance
and
glucose
tolerance,
hypertension,
atherosclerosis,
or
dyslipidemia.
Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(18), P. 3168 - 3168
Published: Sept. 19, 2024
The
convergence
of
cardiovascular,
kidney,
and
metabolic
disorders
at
the
pathophysiological
level
has
led
to
recognition
cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic
(CKM)
syndrome,
which
represents
a
significant
global
health
challenge.
Polyphenols,
group
phytochemicals,
have
demonstrated
potential
health-promoting
effects.
This
review
highlights
impact
maternal
polyphenol
supplementation
on
CKM
offspring.
Initially,
we
summarize
interconnections
between
polyphenols
each
aspect
syndrome.
We
then
discuss
in
vivo
studies
that
investigated
use
during
pregnancy
breastfeeding,
focusing
their
role
preventing
syndrome
Additionally,
explore
common
mechanisms
underlying
protective
effects
supplementation.
Overall,
this
underscores
early-life
interventions
safeguarding
against
It
emphasizes
importance
continued
research
advance
our
understanding
facilitate
clinical
translation
these
interventions.
Journal of Functional Biomaterials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(8), P. 220 - 220
Published: Aug. 8, 2024
Diabetes
mellitus,
characterized
by
enduring
hyperglycemia,
precipitates
oxidative
stress,
engendering
a
spectrum
of
complications,
notably
increased
bone
vulnerability.
The
genesis
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS),
byproduct
metabolism,
instigates
detriment
and
impairs
metabolism
in
diabetic
conditions.
This
review
delves
into
the
mechanisms
ROS
generation
its
impact
on
homeostasis
within
context
diabetes.
Furthermore,
summarizes
cutting-edge
progress
development
ROS-neutralizing
biomaterials
tailored
for
amelioration
osteopathy.
These
are
engineered
to
modulate
dynamics,
thereby
mitigating
inflammatory
responses
facilitating
repair.
Additionally,
challenges
therapeutic
prospects
ROS-targeted
clinical
application
disease
treatment
is
addressed.
Journal of Biochemical and Molecular Toxicology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
39(3)
Published: Feb. 26, 2025
ABSTRACT
Posterior
capsular
opacification
(PCO)
is
the
most
common
complication
after
cataract
surgery
characterized
by
hyperproliferation,
migration
and
epithelial‐mesenchymal
transition
(EMT)
in
residual
lens
epithelial
cells
(LECs).
Curcumin
a
polyphenol
compound
possessing
diverse
pharmacological
properties.
Here,
we
investigated
functions
its
potential
mechanisms
of
curcumin
PCO
using
transforming
growth
factor
beta2
(TGF‐β2)‐treated
LECs.
Cell
phenotypes
were
analyzed
MTT,
5‐thynyl‐2′‐deoxyuridine
(EdU),
transwell,
scratch
assays,
respectively.
Levels
FGF7
(Fibroblast
Growth
Factor
7),
ZEB1
(Zinc
finger
E‐box
binding
homeobox
1),
EMT‐related
proteins
detected
qRT‐PCR
western
blot
analysis.
The
protein
interaction
between
was
validated
Co‐immunoprecipitation
assay.
treatment
weakened
TGF‐β2‐induced
proliferation,
migration,
invasion
EMT
progression
expression
boosted
Functionally,
deficiency
suppressed
LECs,
could
reverse
suppressing
action
on
LEC
dysfunction.
Mechanistically,
directly
interacted
with
ZEB1,
regulate
via
FGF7.
Moreover,
overexpression
abolish
protective
effects
or
LECs
under
TGF‐β2
stimulation.
In
conclusion,
protected
against
enhancement
process
regulating
FGF7/ZEB1
axis,
suggesting
new
insight
into
application
therapy.
Health Science Reports,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
8(3)
Published: March 1, 2025
Patients
with
polycystic
ovary
syndrome
(PCOS)
commonly
have
cardiometabolic
risk
factors.
Oxidative
stress
(OS)
significantly
contributes
to
the
development
of
diseases.
Curcumin
(CUR)
exhibits
antioxidant
properties
that
aid
in
OS
regulation.
This
systematic
review
and
dose-response
meta-analysis
randomized
clinical
trials
(RCTs)
evaluated
effects
CUR
supplementation
on
factors
women
PCOS.
A
search
across
various
databases
was
implemented
identify
eligible
RCTs
published
until
January
2024.
conducted
employing
a
random-effects
model.
Eight
were
included
meta-analysis.
It
indicated
substantially
reduced
fasting
blood
sugar
(FBS)
(standardized
mean
difference
[SMD]:
-0.40
mg/dL,
95%
confidence
interval
[CI]:
-0.59,
-0.21;
p
<
0.001),
insulin
(SMD:
-0.32
µU/mL,
CI:
-0.49,
-0.14;
homeostasis
model
assessment
resistance
(HOMA-IR)
-0.36,
-0.54,
-0.19;
total
cholesterol
(TC)
-0.34
-0.61,
-0.08;
=
0.01).
In
addition,
it
increased
quantitative
sensitivity
check
index
(QUICKI)
0.37,
0.13,
0.61;
0.001)
CUR-treated
group
compared
control
group.
However,
did
not
significant
impacts
body
mass
(BMI),
weight,
serum
levels
follicle-stimulating
hormone
(FSH),
triglycerides
(TG),
dehydroepiandrosterone
(DHEA),
high-density
lipoprotein
(HDL),
testosterone,
low-density
(LDL),
luteinizing
(LH).
study
revealed
may
potential
enhance
health
by
reducing
hyperglycemia,
resistance,
TC
Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(11), P. 1728 - 1728
Published: May 31, 2024
This
review
aimed
to
examine
the
effects
of
curcumin
on
chronic
inflammatory
metabolic
disease
by
extensively
evaluating
meta-analyses
randomized
controlled
trials
(RCTs).
We
performed
a
literature
search
RCTs
published
in
English
PubMed®/MEDLINE
up
31
July
2023.
identified
54
for
inflammation,
antioxidant,
glucose
control,
lipids,
anthropometric
parameters,
blood
pressure,
endothelial
function,
depression,
and
cognitive
function.
A
reduction
C-reactive
protein
(CRP)
levels
was
observed
seven
ten
RCTs.
In
five
eight
meta-analyses,
intake
significantly
lowered
interleukin
6
(IL-6)
levels.
six
nine
tumor
necrosis
factor
α
(TNF-α)
malondialdehyde
(MDA)
14
15
reduced
fasting
(FBG)
12
homeostasis
model
assessment
insulin
resistance
(HOMA-IR).
glycated
hemoglobin
(HbA1c)
19
total
cholesterol
(TC)
Curcumin
plays
protective
effect
disease,
possibly
via
improved
homeostasis,
MDA,
TC,
inflammation
(CRP,
IL-6,
TNF-α,
adiponectin).
The
safety
efficacy
as
natural
product
support
potential
prevention
treatment
diseases.