Discovery Medicine
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2024
·Vol. 36
·期 181
·266-277
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IF 2
Luo X,Liao H,Peng J,Jiang X
Background Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common disease that causes pain to many older adults. Because the pathogenesis is not fully elucidated, effective drug therapies are currently lacking. This study aimed to determine how salidroside (Sal)-mediated reduction of osteoarthritis development in mice worked and to identify the underlying mechanism. Methods Using in vitro experiments, ATDC5 cells were treated with various concentrations of Sal and interleukin (IL)-1β for 24 hours to mimic OA. An enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was conducted to detect the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and reactive oxygen species (ROS). Western blotting was performed to observe the nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-κB) and nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) pathways. In in vivo experiments, pathological examination was used to assess the effects of Sal on alleviating OA progression in mice. Nrf2 signaling and its downstream proteins were further tested by immunofluorescence analysis. Results The results showed that both pro-inflammatory cytokines and ROS were significantly reduced following Sal treatment in a concentration-dependent manner. Western blotting revealed that Sal could inhibit the expression of the NF-κB/hypoxia-inducible factor-2α pathway and activate the Nrf2/heme oxygenase-1 pathway. In vivo experiments showed that the cartilage surface in the saline-treated group eroded to a greater extent than the Sal-treated groups ( p < 0.001). Immunohistochemistry analysis revealed that matrix metallopeptidase (MMP) 9, MMP13, and a disintegrin and metalloproteinase with thrombospondin motifs-5 (ADAMTS-5) decreased expression level. In contrast, collagen-II and aggrecan increased in the Sal-treated groups compared to the saline-treated group. Conclusions Our findings indicate that Sal can alleviate OA progression by promoting anti-oxidant expression and inhibiting degradation enzyme expression. These findings suggest that Sal inhibits the NF-κB pathway and its downstream targets through up-regulating the Nrf2 pathway.
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医学
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JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A
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2025
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Ziwei Yang,Zhiwei Zhang,Ying Zhang,Xiaoqiang Chen
As the first step of resource utilization, the extraction and separation of active ingredients play an important role in the evaluation and application of their activity. In this study, a macroporous resin purification process was optimized to obtain high-purity sea buckthorn flavonoids (SBF). The AB-8 resin exhibited optimal adsorption and desorption properties, with adsorption and desorption rates of 75.25% and 84.78%, respectively. Under optimal purification conditions, the purity of the flavonoid extract was enhanced from 17.17 ± 0.19% to 63.2 ± 0.16%. Kinetic and thermodynamic analyses demonstrated that the purification of SBF on AB-8 resin conformed to the pseudo-secondary kinetic model and the Langmuir adsorption isotherm model. The major components of the SBF were taxifolin, isoquercitrin, narcissoside, and quercetin. The SBF not only inhibited lipopolysaccharide-induced nitric oxide production but also exerted significant anti-inflammatory effects, suppressing the expression of proteins such as nitric oxide synthase, tumor necrosis factor, interleukin 6, and interleukin 1β and inhibiting apoptosis. Therefore, the purified SBF demonstrated improved anti-inflammatory activity, which can be applied in the development of drugs and functional foods.
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植物化学
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICS
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2014
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IF 3.785
Yongtai Zhang,Kai Zhang,Zhonghua Wu,Teng Guo,Beini Ye,Mingyun Lu,Jihui Zhao,Chunyun Zhu,Nianping Feng
Span 40-based niosomes were employed as nanocarriers to improve cutaneous absorption of salidroside . The niosomal formulation with a molar proportion of Span 40 to cholesterol of 4:3 showed the highest transdermal flux and skin deposition of salidroside. The transdermal flux of the 4:3 niosomal formulation was significantly greater than that of the aqueous solution. Salidroside-loaded niosomes showed good biocompatibility with skin tissue, human epidermal immortal keratinocytes (HaCaT), and human embryonic skin fibroblasts (CCC-ESF). The fluorescence intensity of HaCaT cells after uptake of coumarin 6-labeled niosomes was similar to that observed after uptake of the aqueous suspension. The fluorescence intensity of CCC-ESF cells was greater than that of the aqueous suspension after incubation for 10 min, but was not significantly different after 60 min. Further investigation revealed that internalization of niosomes by HaCaT cells may be achieved through pinocytotic vesicles and macropinocytosis, which consumes energy, rather than via lysosomes. In CCC-ESF cells, pinocytotic vesicles and lysosomes were both important mediators of endocytosis. The niosome formulations reported here could improve the dermal and transdermal salidroside delivery, and the in vitro cell uptake evaluation results serve as a basis for further research into the mechanisms through which niosomes enhance drug permeability.
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MOLECULES
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2023
·Vol. 28
·期 6
·2446
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IF 4.6
Dan Wu,Qile Xia,Huilin Huang,Jinhu Tian,Xingqian Ye,Yanbin Wang
When the total phenolic content (TPC) and antioxidant activity of sea buckthorn juice were assayed by spectrophotometry, the reaction solutions were not clarified, so centrifugation or membrane treatment was needed before determination. In order to find a suitable method for determining TPC and antioxidant activity, the effects of centrifugation and nylon membrane treatment on the determination of TPC and antioxidant activity in sea buckthorn juice were studied. TPC was determined by the Folin-Ciocalteau method, and antioxidant activity was determined by DPPH, ABTS, and FRAP assays. For Treatment Method (C): the sample was centrifuged for 10 min at 10,000 rpm and the supernatant was taken for analysis. Method (CF): The sample was centrifuged for 10 min at 4000 rpm, filtered by Nylon 66 filtration membranes with pore size of 0.22 μm, and taken for analysis. Method (F): the sample was filtered by Nylon 66 filtration membranes with pore size of 0.22 μm and taken for analysis. Method (N): after the sample of ultrasonic extract solution reacted completely with the assay system, the reaction solution was filtered by Nylon 66 filtration membranes with pore size of 0.22 μm and colorimetric determination was performed. The results showed that centrifugation or transmembrane treatment could affect the determination of TPC and antioxidant activity of sea buckthorn juice. There was no significant difference (p> 0.05) between methods (CF) and (F), while there was a significant difference (p< 0.05) between methods (C) (F) (N) or (C) (CF) (N). The TPC and antioxidant activity of sea buckthorn juice determined by the four treatment methods showed the same trend with fermentation time, and the TPC and antioxidant activity showed a significant positive correlation (p< 0.05). The highest TPC or antioxidant activity measured by method (N) indicates that method (N) has the least loss of TPC or antioxidant activity, and it is recommended for sample assays.Keywords:DPPH;ABTS;FRAP;centrifugation;transmembrane
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Food Chemistry-X
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2025
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Wenxia Dong,Jinmei Zhao,Tianyu Zhang,Shilong Xiao,Xinyu Wang,Yang Bi,Juan Wei
Seabuckthorn seed meal (SSM) is a protein-rich by-product of the oil extraction industry. This study investigated the effects of ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) on the physicochemical and functional properties, in vitro digestibility, as well as hypoglycemic and lipid-lowering activities of SSM glutelin. Results indicated that SSM glutelin extracted with UAE (USBG) exhibited higher extraction yield and protein content than SSM glutelin extracted without ultrasound (SBG). Additionally, UAE increased amino acid content, loosened the protein structure, reduced particle size, altered the secondary and tertiary structures of USBG. Moreover, USBG demonstrated enhanced functional properties, like solubility, water-holding and oil-holding capacity, thermal stability, and so on. UAE also improved the in vitro digestibility of USBG, while decreasing the particle size and increasing amino content after digestion. Furthermore, USBG exhibited enhanced hypoglycemic and lipid-lowering activities. Therefore, UAE significantly improves the structure, functionality, digestibility and bioactivities of SSM glutelin, thereby adding value to seabuckthorn by-products.
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JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
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2022
·Vol. 103
·期 6
·3168-3183
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IF 4.125
Junwen Liu,Jingwen Bai,Chuntian Shao,Shengnan Yao,Ran Xu,Suyang Duan,Libo Wang,Yaqin Xu,Yu Yang
Background Seabuckthorn fruits contains many active subtances, among them, the seabuckthorn polysaccharide is one of the main active ingredients, and exhibits diverse bioactivities. The extraction of polysaccharides from seabuckthorn fruits is the most important step for their wide applications. Ultrasound-assisted aqueous two-phase extraction (UA-ATPE) is a promising green method for extracting polysaccharides. Additionally, physicochemical characterization and antioxidant activities can evaluate the potential functions and applications in the food and medicine industries. Results Based on the single-factor experiments, 20.70% ( w / w ) ammonium sulfate ((NH 4 ) 2 SO 4 ) and 27.56% ( w / w ) ethanol were determined as the suitable composition for aqueous two-phase. The optimum conditions of UA-ATPE obtained by response surface methodology were as follows: ultrasonic power (390 W), extraction time (41 min), liquid-to-material ratio (72: 1 mL/g), and the total yield of the polysaccharides reached 34.14 ± 0.10%, The molecular weights of the purified upper-phase seabuckthorn polysaccharide (PUSP) and the purified lower-phase seabuckthorn polysaccharide (PLSP) were 65 525 and 26 776 Da, respectively. PUSP and PLSP contained the same six monosaccharides (galacturonic acid, rhamnose, xylose, mannose, glucose and galactose), but with different molar ratios. Furthermore, PUSP and PLSP displayed certain viscoelastic property, had no triple helical structure, possessed different thermal stability, surface morphology and conformation in aqueous solution. PUSP and PLSP displayed strong antioxidant properties by the assays of scavenging ability of ABTS + ·, the protection of DNA damage and erythrocyte hemolysis. Conclusion UA-ATPE significantly increased the yield of seabuckthorn polysaccharides. PUSP and PLSP were different in many aspects, such as molar ratio, surface shape and antioxidant activities. Seabuckthornpolysaccharides possess great potential in medicine and functional foods. © 2022 Society of Chemical Industry.
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Frontiers in Nutrition
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2023
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IF 5
Zhang Huirong,Song Guanjie,Ma Wenrui,Guo Miaomiao,Ling Xiao,Yu Dan,Zhou Weiqiang,Li Li
Introduction: Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) seed oil is rich in unsaturated fatty acids, and is thus susceptible to oxidation and rancidity. Microencapsulation technology allows the effective protection of active substances, thereby prolonging the deterioration time and shelf life.Methods: In this study, H. rhamnoides microcapsules were prepared using a spray-drying method, and the microencapsulation parameters were optimized. The morphological characteristics, structural parameters, and stability of the microcapsules were determined using scanning electron microscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis, differential scanning calorimetry, and oil oxidation stability testing.Results: Based on encapsulation efficiency (EE, %) and the particle size (D50) of the microcapsules, the optimal preparation conditions were characterized as a wall material consisting of soy protein isolate and soybean polysaccharide (2:3), a wall concentration of 15%, a core-to-wall ratio of 1:3, and an inlet temperature of 160°C. Under these optimal conditions, the encapsulation efficiency was 95.30 ± 2.67%, with a yield of 57.03 ± 3.71% and a particle size of 7.96 ± 1.04 μm.Discussion: Furthermore, the effectiveness of microencapsulation in protecting the biological activity of H. rhamnoides seed oil was confirmed by an antioxidation test. Thus, the results of this study showcase the successful microencapsulation of H. rhamnoides seed oil, thereby significantly improving its stability.
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材料科学
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FITOTERAPIA
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2014
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IF 2.216
Yan Xie,Huilin Luo,Jingze Duan,Chao Hong,Ping Ma,Guowen Li,Tong Zhang,Tao Wu,Guang Ji
Aim Total flavones of Hippophae rhamnoides L. (TFH) have a clinical use in the treatment of cardiac disease. The pharmacological effects of TFH are attributed to its major flavonoid components, isorhamnetin , kaempferol , and quercetin . However, poor oral bioavailability of these flavonoids limits the clinical applications of TFH. This study explores phytic acid (IP 6 ) enhancement of the oral absorption in rats of isorhamnetin, kaempferol, and quercetin in TFH. Methods In vitro Caco-2 cell experiments and in vivo pharmacokinetic studies were performed to investigate the effects of IP 6 . The aqueous solubility and lipophilicity of isorhamnetin, quercetin, and kaempferol were determined with and without IP 6 , and mucosal epithelial damage resulting from IP 6 addition was evaluated by MTT assays and morphology observations. Results The P app of isorhamnetin, kaempferol, and quercetin was improved 2.03-, 1.69-, and 2.11-fold in the presence of 333 μg/mL of IP 6 , respectively. Water solubility was increased 22.75-, 15.15-, and 12.86-fold for isorhamnetin, kaempferol, and quercetin, respectively, in the presence of 20 mg/mL IP 6 . The lipophilicity of the three flavonoids was slightly decreased, but their hydrophilicity was increased after the addition of IP 6 in the water phase as the logP values of isorhamnetin, kaempferol, and quercetin decreased from 2.38 ± 0.12 to 1.64 ± 0.02, from 2.57 ± 0.20 to 2.01 ± 0.04, and from 2.39 ± 0.12 to 1.15 ± 0.01, respectively. The absorption enhancement ratios were 3.21 for isorhamnetin, 2.98 for kaempferol, and 1.64 for quercetin with co-administration of IP 6 (200 mg/kg) in rats. In addition, IP 6 (200 mg/kg, oral) caused neither significant irritation to the rat intestines nor cytotoxicity (400 μg/mL) in Caco-2 cells. Conclusions The oral bioavailability of isorhamnetin, kaempferol, and quercetin in TFH was enhanced by the co-administration of IP 6 . The main mechanisms are related to their enhanced aqueous solubility and permeability in the presence of IP 6 . In summary, IP 6 is a potential absorption enhancer for pharmaceutical formulations that is both effective and safe.
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Food Chemistry-X
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2025
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Jie Sheng,Lanlan Yao,Qingying Dong,Bin Zhou,Bin Li,Guoqiang Zhang,Hongshan Liang
Sea buckthorn flavonoids exhibit high utilization value in the processing of functional foods and non-thermal processing (NTP) has emerged as a sustainable alternative for flavonoid extraction. Among total flavonoid content evaluation by juicing, shearing, ultrasound, colloid mill, and high-pressure homogenization, juicing demonstrated comparable efficiency. Systematic characterization of sea buckthorn flavonoids/flavonols dissolution (SBF) revealed that its color, turbidity, and particle size progressively changed during processing, flavonol releasement exhibited time-dependent patterns, with cumulative dissolution rates reaching 14.15 % (quercetin), 12.79 % (kaempferol), 6.75 % (isorhamnetin) within 180 min. Fitting with first-order kinetics and Weibull model suggested that the dissolution mechanisms involved both diffusion-controlled and erosion-mediated. Besides, sea buckthorn dissolution products (SBD) showed strong α-glucosidase inhibition (IC50: 5.18 mg/mL) and oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC: 428.76 μmol TE/mL). This study elucidated the dissolution behavior of SBF under NTP conditions, with particular focus on the kinetics of flavonol release, providing guidance for future value-maximizing utilization of SBF.
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食品科学
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功能食品
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提取技术
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FOOD BIOTECHNOLOGY
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2016
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Ming-Ming Zhu,Shu-Lin Wang,Ming-Tao Fan
This study was designed to isolate and identify a novel β-carotene cleaving microorganism from sea buckthorn juice and to detect the carotenoid-derived aroma compounds catalyzed by the microbial enzyme. The strain was characterized based on morphological and biochemical properties, as well as part of its 16S rDNA sequence analysis. It was then identified using Basic Local Alignment Search Tool (BLAST) and classified as coagulase-negative Staphylococcus pasteuri (GeneBank Accession No. KP171185). β-Ionone and β-cyclocitral were formed as the main flavor products of β-carotene in submerged culture. When cell-free culture supernatant was applied for the conversion, nearly complete degradation of β-carotene (2 mg) was observed after 12 h. β-Ionone and β-cyclocitral were the main aromas, whereas β-ionone-5,6-epoxide, 2-hydroxy-2,6,6-trimethyl cyclohexanone and dihydroactinidiolide were formed in minor quantities. Moreover, the carotenoid-cleavage enzyme activities of S. pasteuri were partially characterized and partially purified enzyme possesses high activity in adverse industrial condition.
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Food Science & Nutrition
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2022
·Vol. 11
·期 3
·1212-1222
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IF 3.553
Qian He,Kailin Yang,Xinyan Wu,Chunhong Zhang,Chunnian He,Peigen Xiao
Sea buckthorn leaf tea, an emerging potential functional beverage product, has not yet had appropriate product standards and corresponding quality evaluation methods, and its poor taste directly affects the acceptance of the population, thus limiting its market consumption potential. In this study, two major packaging forms of sea buckthorn leaf tea available in the Chinese market were selected. The contents of total phenolics, total flavonoids, and 10 phenolic compounds, as well as the in vitro antioxidant capacity and sensory characteristics of sea buckthorn leaf tea were analyzed. Results showed that the quality of sea buckthorn leaf tea in the Chinese market varied widely. The total phenolic content, total flavonoid content, antioxidant activity, and consumer acceptance of bagged sea buckthorn leaf tea were higher than those of bulk sea buckthorn leaf tea. Multifactorial statistical analysis showed that the taste astringency of sea buckthorn leaf tea was closely related to ellagic acid and isorhamnetin-3-O-neohesperidin. Furthermore, isorhamnetin-3-O-neohesperidin had a greater effect on the antioxidant activity of sea buckthorn leaf tea. Therefore, ellagic acid and isorhamnetin-3-O-neohesperidin can be used as potential quality markers for sea buckthorn leaf tea. This work provides a reference for taste improvement and quality control of sea buckthorn leaf tea.
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JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE
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2024
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IF 3.2
Ying Fan,Yueling Shang,Fengwei Li,Jinbin Liu,Dujun Wang,Ya Zhang,Xiaohong Yu,Wei Wang
Sea buckthorn has lipid-lowering properties and is widely used in the development of functional foods. In this study, a probiotic ( Lactobacillus plantarum , Lp10211) with cholesterol-lowering potential and acid and bile salt resistant was screened for the fermentation of sea buckthorn juice. Changes in the active ingredients, such as sugars and phenolics, before and after fermentation, as well as their in vitro lipid-lowering activities, were compared. The contents of reducing and total sugars decreased substantially after fermentation. Lp10211 primarily utilized fructose for growth and reproduction, with a utilization rate of 76.9%. The phenolic compound content of sea buckthorn juice increased by 37.06% after fermentation and protected the phenolic components from degradation (protocatechuic and p -coumaric acids) and produced new polyphenol (shikimic acid). Enhanced inhibition of pancreatic lipase activity (95.42%) and cholesterol micellar solubility (59.15%) was evident. The antioxidant properties of the fermentation broth were improved. Notably, Lp10211 preserved the color and reversed browning in sea buckthorn juice. The collective findings indicate that fermentation of sea buckthorn juice by Lp10211 may enhance the functional components and lipid-lowering activity of sea buckthorn, which may provide a new approach for the development of lipid-lowering foods.
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