The Effect of Flavonoids and Topiramate on Glucose Carbon Metabolism in a HepG2 Steatosis Cell Culture Model: A Stable Isotope Study
Li Ma,
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Qing‐Yi Lu,
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Shu Lim
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Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(3), P. 564 - 564
Published: Jan. 31, 2025
Background:
Insufficient
treatment
options
are
available
for
metabolic
dysfunction-associated
steatotic
liver
disease
(MASLD).
Flavonoids
and
topiramate
have
been
studied
weight
loss
but
need
investigation
into
their
effects
on
metabolism.
This
study’s
aim
was
to
examine
the
of
flavonoids
or
glucose
carbon
flux
in
a
cell
culture
model
steatosis.
Methods:
Steatosis
induced
HepG2
cells
through
exposure
oleic
acid
(OA,
0.5
mml/L)
conjugated
bovine
serum
albumin
(2:1).
Additionally,
50%
U13C-glucose
supplied
medium
as
stable
isotope
tracer.
Cells
were
treated
with
DMSO,
10
μM
naringenin,
morin,
silibinin,
(44
μM)
72
h.
A
non-steatotic,
untreated
control
included.
Cell
extracts
analyzed
by
gas
chromatography/mass
spectrometry
mass
isotopomer
distribution
analysis
glycogen
synthesis,
de
novo
fatty
tricarboxylic
(TCA)
cycle
activity,
ribose
synthesis.
Groups
compared
ANOVA
Tukey’s
pair-wise
testing.
Results:
Compared
controls,
OA-exposed
exhibited
increased
lipid
accumulation
ORO
staining
(1.6-fold),
enhanced
palmitate
reduced
pyruvate
carboxylase/pyruvate
dehydrogenase
(PC/PDH)
ratio,
Treatment
silibinin
ameliorated
(1.3-fold)
mitigated
enhancement
Morin-treated
synthesis
suppressed
Conclusions:
Potential
mechanisms
may
include
suppression
relative
decrease
PDH
pathway.
Further
studies
needed
potential
utility
MASLD
based
specific
effects.
Language: Английский
Metabolite Signatures and Their Mediation Effects on the Relationship Between Mediterranean Diet Adherence and MASLD Progression
Kai Wang,
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Shijian Xiang,
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Qiangsheng He
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et al.
Research Square (Research Square),
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 18, 2025
Abstract
Background
Mediterranean
Diet
(MED)
is
recommended
for
managing
patients
with
Metabolic
Dysfunction-Associated
Steatotic
Liver
Disease
(MASLD).
However,
the
potential
metabolic
changes
involved
in
this
relationship
remain
unclear.
This
study
aims
to
investigate
how
biomarkers
mediate
association
between
MED
adherence
and
liver-related
events
(LRE)
mortality
MASLD.
Methods
We
performed
a
prospective
analysis
using
UK
Biobank
data,
including
47,429
MASLD
participants
free
of
LRE
at
baseline.
was
assessed
as
alternate
(aMED)
score
through
validated
questionnaire
covering
206
foods
32
beverages.
were
measured
high-throughput
nucleic
magnetic
resonance
(NMR)
spectroscopy.
Cox
regression
restricted
cubic
splines
aMED,
its
components,
risk
mortality.
Mediation
evaluated
role
metabolites
progression.
Results
Over
median
follow-up
13.3
years,
296
cases
3,616
deaths
occurred.
Higher
aMED
scores
(6–9)
associated
lower
risks
(HR:
0.553,
95%
CI:
0.351–0.874)
0.854,
0.762–0.956)
compared
lowest
(0–3).
Linear
dose-response
relationships
observed
both
incidence
(
Pnonlinear
=
0.91)
0.07).
Certain
vegetables
legumes,
reduced
LRE,
while
vegetables,
nuts,
fish,
MUFA:SFA
ratio,
moderate
alcohol
intake
linked
risk.
Of
143
metabolites,
46
significantly
aMED.
Positive
associations
included
very
large
HDL
particles
(n
3),
unsaturated
fatty
acids
8),
albumin,
acetate,
negative
found
VLDL
11),
small
middle
13),
saturated
2),
Apo-AI,
creatinine.
Five
aMED-related
lipid
negatively
five
positively
revealed
that
omega-3
acids,
total
acid
albumin
accounted
7.9%,
11.9%,
2.6%
reduction
19.4%,
23.1%,
4.7%
mitigation
mortality,
respectively.
Conclusions
Adherence
patients.
such
may
mitigate
progression.
Language: Английский
Dragon Fruit Peel (Hylocereus undatus) Modulates Hepatic Lipid Metabolism and Inflammation in a Rat Model of High-Fat, High-Fructose-Induced Metabolic Dysfunction
Antioxidants,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
14(3), P. 319 - 319
Published: March 6, 2025
Metabolic
dysfunction
and
hepatic
abnormalities,
such
as
those
associated
with
high-fat,
high-fructose
(HFHFr)
diets,
are
major
contributors
to
obesity-related
health
issues.
The
growing
interest
in
sustainable
dietary
interventions
has
highlighted
the
potential
of
plant-based
byproducts.
Dragon
fruit
(Hylocereus
undatus)
peel
waste,
rich
bioactive
compounds
fibers,
phenolics,
betacyanins,
represents
a
promising
functional
ingredient
for
managing
these
disorders.
This
study
investigated
effects
dragon
powder
(DFP)
on
metabolic
abnormalities
induced
by
HFHFr
diet
rats.
Over
12
weeks,
rats
were
fed
standard
AIN-93M
(control
or
C),
C
5%
(w/w)
DFP
(C
+
DFP),
diet,
(HFHFr
DFP).
supplementation
significantly
reduced
HFHFr-induced
body
weight
gain,
visceral
adiposity,
insulin
resistance,
dyslipidemia
while
also
lowering
systolic
blood
pressure
systemic
oxidative
stress
markers.
In
liver,
attenuated
fat
accumulation
lipid
peroxidation,
glycogen
storage
modulated
expression
metabolism
inflammatory
genes.
These
findings
suggest
that
may
serve
supplement
preventing
disorders
liver
excessive
fructose
consumption.
Language: Английский
Early childhood adiposity, lifestyle and gut microbiome are linked to steatotic liver disease development in adolescents
International Journal of Obesity,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 12, 2025
Language: Английский
Mitochondria at the Crossroads: Linking the Mediterranean Diet to Metabolic Health and Non-Pharmacological Approaches to NAFLD
Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(7), P. 1214 - 1214
Published: March 30, 2025
Nonalcoholic
fatty
liver
disease
(NAFLD)
is
a
growing
global
health
concern
that
closely
linked
to
metabolic
syndrome,
yet
no
approved
pharmacological
treatment
exists.
The
Mediterranean
diet
(MD)
emerged
as
first-line
dietary
intervention
for
NAFLD,
offering
and
hepatoprotective
benefits.
Now
conceptualized
complex
chemical
matrix
rich
in
bioactive
compounds,
the
MD
exerts
antioxidant
anti-inflammatory
effects,
improving
insulin
sensitivity
lipid
metabolism.
Mitochondria
play
central
role
NAFLD
pathophysiology,
influencing
energy
metabolism,
oxidative
stress,
homeostasis.
Emerging
evidence
suggests
MD's
compounds
enhance
mitochondrial
function
by
modulating
phosphorylation,
biogenesis,
mitophagy.
However,
most
research
has
focused
on
individual
rather
than
whole,
leaving
gaps
understanding
its
collective
impact
pattern.
This
narrative
review
explores
how
influence
highlighting
key
pathways
such
substrate
control,
dynamics,
efficiency.
A
literature
search
was
conducted
identify
relevant
studies
MD,
mitochondria,
NAFLD.
While
promising,
our
remains
incomplete,
particularly
when
current
knowledge
limited
lack
of
mechanistic
comprehensive
holistic
impact.
Future
integrating
cutting-edge
experimental
approaches
needed
elucidate
intricate
diet-mitochondria
interactions.
deeper
influences
essential
developing
precision-targeted
nutritional
strategies
can
effectively
prevent
manage
disease.
Language: Английский
LAdherence to the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension Diet was Associated with the Risk of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies
Nutrition Research,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 1, 2025
Language: Английский
Mediterranean diet for the management of metabolic dysfunction‐associated steatotic liver disease in non‐Mediterranean, Western countries: What's known and what's needed?
Nutrition Bulletin,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Sept. 11, 2024
Abstract
Metabolic
dysfunction‐associated
steatotic
liver
disease
(MASLD)
is
the
most
common
worldwide,
affecting
30%
of
population
in
Western
countries.
MASLD
considered
hepatic
manifestation
metabolic
syndrome,
pathophysiologically
underpinned
by
insulin
resistance
and
frequently
co‐exists
with
hypertension,
central
obesity
dyslipidaemia.
Currently,
safe
effective
pharmacotherapies
for
are
limited,
making
weight
loss
lifestyle
changes
mainstay
therapy.
A
Mediterranean
diet
(MedDiet)
has
emerged
as
an
dietary
pattern
preventing
managing
MASLD,
but
studies
have
been
conducted
countries,
necessitating
further
investigation
into
its
benefits
populations.
Additionally,
effect
holistic
multimodal
interventions,
including
physical
activity
combined
MedDiet,
not
well
established.
Finally,
MASLD's
widespread
prevalence
rapid
growth
require
improved
accessibility
to
interventions.
Digital
health
delivery
platforms,
designed
remote
access,
could
be
a
promising
approach
providing
timely
support
individuals
MASLD.
This
narrative
review
summarises
current
evidence
related
effects
MedDiet
Western,
multicultural
populations
includes
detailed
description
composition,
prescription
adherence
interventions
terms
how
they
applied.
The
role
or
exercise
prescribed
combination
will
also
reviewed.
recommendations
design
inform
future
randomised
controlled
trials
facilitate
optimal
management
outlined.
Language: Английский
Principles of Nutrition in Patients with Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
IntechOpen eBooks,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 17, 2024
This
chapter
will
comprehensively
address
the
nutritional
principles
essential
for
managing
nonalcoholic
fatty
liver
disease
(NAFLD).
It
explore
critical
role
of
diet
in
prevention
and
treatment
NAFLD,
providing
evidence-based
dietary
recommendations
to
improve
health
overall
well-being
patients.
Key
topics
include
importance
balanced
macronutrient
intake,
specific
nutrients
food
groups
(e.g.,
antioxidants,
fiber,
healthy
fats),
impact
patterns
such
as
Mediterranean
Dietary
Approaches
Stop
Hypertension
(DASH)
on
fat
reduction
inflammation.
Additionally,
discuss
significance
weight
management,
outlining
standard
amount
loss
beneficial
NAFLD
Practical
guidelines
how
implement
these
changes,
overcome
common
barriers,
maintain
long-term
adherence
be
provided.
aims
equip
healthcare
professionals
patients
with
knowledge
tools
necessary
effectively
manage
through
diet,
ultimately
improving
patient
outcomes
quality
life.
Language: Английский