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Bioactive peptides of marine organisms: Roles in the reduction and control of cardiovascular diseases. [PDF]

Food Sci Nutr
This review reports information on bioactive peptides derived from various marine organisms, focusing on the process of preparation, isolation, and purification of biological peptides, biological characteristics, and functional food in promoting cardiovascular health.
Du J, Xiao M, Sudo N, Liu Q.
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The Antihyperlipidemic Mechanism of High Sulfate Content Ulvan in Rats

Marine Drugs, 2015
Numerous studies have suggested that hyperlipidemia is closely linked to cardiovascular disease. The aim of this study was to investigate the possible antihyperlipidemia mechanism of HU (high sulfate content of ulvan) in high-cholesterol fed rats. Wistar
Huimin Qi, Jiwen Sheng
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Investigation of Potential Targets for Bupleuri Radix in the Treatment of Subacute Thyroiditis. [PDF]

Int J Endocrinol
Objective: This study aimed to reveal the underlying mechanism of Radix Bupleuri in the treatment of subacute thyroiditis (SAT). Methods: Radix Bupleuri, a key herb in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for over two millennia, is widely used to treat exterior syndromes, dissipate heat, harmonize liver Qi, and invigorate Yang–Qi.
Lei X, Lv L, Ma Y, Zhang C, Li L, Huang Y.   +5 more
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Hypoglycaemic, anti-hyperlipidemic, and anti-inflammatory activities of Asparagus africanus (Asparaceae) extract on high-fat diet/streptozotocin-induced diabetes in Wistar rats

Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine
Objective: To investigate the toxicity and effect of the extract on some complications of diabetes in Wistar rats. Methods: Type 2 diabetes was induced by a combination of a high-fat diet and streptozotocin (35 mg/kg, i.p.).
Focham Evans Ngwenah, Oumar Mahamat, Tume Christopher   +2 more
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Anti-Hyperlipidemia and Anti-obesity Properties of Garcinia atroviridis and Camellia sinensis Extracts in High-Fat Diet Mice

Walailak Journal of Science and Technology, 2020
Hyperlipidemia and obesity are risk factors that contribute to cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and hypertension among the world’s population. The present study aimed to investigate the effects of green tea (Camellia sinesis) and Garcinia (Garcinia ...
Anawat KONGCHIAN, Narissara KEAWBOONLERT, Thanchanok BOONRAK, Sarai LOOKYEE, Krittiyaporn BUASRI, Nassaree SURONGKUL, Jitbanjong TANGPONG   +6 more
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Enzyme Models—From Catalysis to Prodrugs

Molecules, 2021
Enzymes are highly specific biological catalysts that accelerate the rate of chemical reactions within the cell. Our knowledge of how enzymes work remains incomplete. Computational methodologies such as molecular mechanics (MM) and quantum mechanical (QM)
Zeinab Breijyeh, Rafik Karaman
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The potency of green grass jelly extract (Premna oblongifolia Merr) as antihyperlipidemia towards aorta histopathology representation of rat (Rattus norvegicus) induced with high fatty diet (HFD)

Jurnal Teknologi Laboratorium, 2020
Green grass jelly (Premna oblongifolia merr) is a plant containing fiber and chlorophyll which can lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels. This study have aims to investigate the potency of green grass jelly extract (Premna oblongifolia Merr) to prevent hyperlipidemia. The animal mode used for this study is male Rattus norvegicus, Wistar strain, the
Eka Nora Vitaloka Aprilia Putri Winthoko, Anna Roosdiana, Dyah Ayu Oktaviani A Pratama, Jusak Nugraha, Marijam Purwanta, Muh Husni Rifa’I, Achmad Nur Rendy   +6 more
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Bombyx mori cocoon as a promising pharmacological agent: A review of ethnopharmacology, chemistry, and biological activities

Heliyon, 2022
Silk cocoon, naturally produced by silkworms scientifically named Bombyx mori L. (Lepidoptera, Bombycidae), is one of the well-known medicinal agents with several therapeutic activities.
Hossein Biganeh, Mahdi Kabiri, Yahya Zeynalpourfattahi, Rose Meire Costa Brancalhão, Mehrdad Karimi, Mohammad Reza Shams Ardekani, Roja Rahimi   +6 more
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Characterization of mulberry leaf instant tea and evaluation of its hypolipidemia effect via regulation of intestinal microbiota

Food Science and Human Wellness
The purpose of this study was to characterize mulberry leaf instant tea (MLIT) powder prepared from the‘Longsang No. 1’ (Morus abla L. cv. Longsang 1) mulberry leaves in Heilongjiang Province (China) and assess its obesity-preventing/relieving effects. A
Xiaoyun Han, Yunlong Bai, Xiaoxin Feng, Baochang Du, Baojiang Zheng, Qingshen Sun   +5 more
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Expression and Biochemical Characterization of a Novel Marine Chitosanase from Streptomyces niveus Suitable for Preparation of Chitobiose

Marine Drugs, 2021
It is known that bioactivities of chitooligosaccharide (COS) are closely related to the degree of polymerization (DP); therefore, it is essential to prepare COS with controllable DP, such as chitobiose showing high antioxidant and antihyperlipidemia ...
Tong Chen, Gong Cheng, Siming Jiao, Lishi Ren, Chuanfang Zhao, Jinhua Wei, Juntian Han, Meishan Pei, Yuguang Du, Jian-Jun Li   +9 more
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