Effects of Fluoride Toxicity on Female Reproductive System of Mammals: A Meta-Analysis
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 May 6. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04203-7. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTConsiderable integrative efforts have been made to investigate the effects of fluoride on female reproductive organs since the last years. The ingestion of fluoride causes adverse effects on human health like causing skeletal fluorosis, dental fluorosis, bone fractures, kidney problems, decrease birth rates, weakening of thyroid functionality, and impair intelligence, particularly in children. In this review, we discuss the adverse effects of fluoride on female reproductive organs and presented certain remedies. A total of 53 pa...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 6, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Aditi Fishta Ruhi Thakur Krishan Chander Sharma Neha Thakur Bhavna Patial Source Type: research
Implications of Heavy Metal Accumulation in Fish Feed, Water, Sediment, and Different Fish Species in a Polyculture System
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 May 6. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04217-1. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTHeavy metal bioaccumulation in organisms is primarily a result of dietary uptake. The current study examines the concentrations of heavy metals (Pb, Cd, Cr, and Cu) in fish feed, water, sediment, and three fish species (Catla catla, Labeo rohita, and Cyprinus carpio) from different feeding zones in a polyculture pond system. Furthermore, associated human health risks were also evaluated. The fish samples (n = 25 for each species) were collected from 10 different fish ponds in the Kohat district, Pakistan. Heavy metals were deter...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 6, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Allah Bachayo Rajar Zainab Malik Javed Ahmed Ujan Khalid Hussian Rind Raqeeb Ullah Saira Naz Mujeeb Ullah Muhammad Zahid Khalid Khan Khayyam Khayyam Salim S Al-Rejaie Mohamed Mohany Source Type: research
The Impact of Chronic Magnesium Deficiency on Excitable Tissues-Translational Aspects
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 May 6. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04216-2. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTNeuromuscular excitability is a vital body function, and Mg2+ is an essential regulatory cation for the function of excitable membranes. Loss of Mg2+ homeostasis disturbs fluxes of other cations across cell membranes, leading to pathophysiological electrogenesis, which can eventually cause vital threat to the patient. Chronic subclinical Mg2+ deficiency is an increasingly prevalent condition in the general population. It is associated with an elevated risk of cardiovascular, respiratory and neurological conditions and an increas...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 6, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Marija Stanojevi ć Nadezda Djuricic Miro Parezanovic Marko Biorac Dhruba Pathak Svetolik Spasic Srdjan Lopicic Sanjin Kovacevic Jelena Nesovic Ostojic Source Type: research
Rutin Nanoparticles Alleviate Cadmium-Induced Oxidative and Immune Damage in Broilers' Bursa of Fabricius via Modulating Hsp70/TLR4/NF- κB Signaling Pathway
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 May 4. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04199-0. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTCadmium (Cd) is a serious environmental pollutant affecting various tissues/organs in broilers and compromising their immunological function and productivity. Therefore, the current study aimed to investigate Cd-induced immunotoxicity and potential immunoprotective effect of rutin nanoparticles (RNPs) in the bursal tissue of broilers. A total number of 150 chicks from the Hubbard breed were randomly divided into 5 groups. Group I was fed on standard basal diet (SD) with normal drinking water (DW), Group II received SD containing...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 4, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Mohamed Abomosallam Basma M Hendam Zeinab Shouman Rasha Refaat Nada M A Hashem Shimaa A Sakr Noha M Wahed Source Type: research
Rutin Nanoparticles Alleviate Cadmium-Induced Oxidative and Immune Damage in Broilers' Bursa of Fabricius via Modulating Hsp70/TLR4/NF- κB Signaling Pathway
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 May 4. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04199-0. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTCadmium (Cd) is a serious environmental pollutant affecting various tissues/organs in broilers and compromising their immunological function and productivity. Therefore, the current study aimed to investigate Cd-induced immunotoxicity and potential immunoprotective effect of rutin nanoparticles (RNPs) in the bursal tissue of broilers. A total number of 150 chicks from the Hubbard breed were randomly divided into 5 groups. Group I was fed on standard basal diet (SD) with normal drinking water (DW), Group II received SD containing...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 4, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Mohamed Abomosallam Basma M Hendam Zeinab Shouman Rasha Refaat Nada M A Hashem Shimaa A Sakr Noha M Wahed Source Type: research
Concentration-Dependent Effects of Boric Acid on Osteogenic Differentiation of Vascular Smooth Muscle Cells
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 May 3. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04204-6. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTVascular calcification can be triggered by oxidative stress and inflammation. Although boron possesses antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, its effect on osteogenic differentiation of vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) has yet to be examined. Therefore, we aimed to investigate the effect of boric acid (BA), the main form of boron in body fluids, on the osteogenic differentiation of VSMCs. Following the isolation of VSMCs, the effects of BA on cell proliferation were determined by MTT. The impact of various BA concentr...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 3, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Osama Al Khalif G ülay Sezer Source Type: research
Impact of Lithium on the Immune System: An Investigation of T-Cell Subpopulations and Cytokine Responses in Rats
In conclusion, lithium adversely impacted the cellular defense system. Furthermore, apart from its anti-inflammatory properties, lithium exhibited cytokine-mediated inflammatory activities. Therefore, lithium's potential adverse effects on the immune system should be considered in immunodeficient patients and those with an inflammatory status treated with high doses of lithium.PMID:38700635 | DOI:10.1007/s12011-024-04202-8 (Source: Biological Trace Element Research)
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 3, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Erdal Matur Sibel Akyol Selmin Toplan Semra Ozdemir Ibrahim Akyaz ı Nuran Dar ıyerli Source Type: research
Elemental and Radiological Characterisation of Arbutus unedo L. Leaves and Tea: Impact of Preparation Method on Nutritional Risk/Benefit
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 May 3. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04201-9. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe aim of this study was to characterise the elemental and radiological composition of strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo L.) leaves and tea preparations and compare it with commercial Uvin H herbal mixture, widely used in treatment of urinary tract infections. The concentration of 17 elements and the activity concentration of selected radionuclides were measured in strawberry tree leaves/Uvin H herbal mixture, as well as in herbal tea prepared by infusion or decoction of leaves for 5 or 10 min. In both leaves and tea preparations,...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 3, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Blanka Tariba Lovakovi ć Davor Ra šeta Maja Lazarus Karlo Jurica Tanja Živković Semren Andreja Juri č Aleksandra Drami ćanin Branko Petrinec Aleksandar Bulog Irena Br čić Karačonji Source Type: research
Concentration-Dependent Effects of Boric Acid on Osteogenic Differentiation of Vascular Smooth Muscle Cells
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 May 3. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04204-6. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTVascular calcification can be triggered by oxidative stress and inflammation. Although boron possesses antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, its effect on osteogenic differentiation of vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) has yet to be examined. Therefore, we aimed to investigate the effect of boric acid (BA), the main form of boron in body fluids, on the osteogenic differentiation of VSMCs. Following the isolation of VSMCs, the effects of BA on cell proliferation were determined by MTT. The impact of various BA concentr...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 3, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Osama Al Khalif G ülay Sezer Source Type: research
Impact of Lithium on the Immune System: An Investigation of T-Cell Subpopulations and Cytokine Responses in Rats
In conclusion, lithium adversely impacted the cellular defense system. Furthermore, apart from its anti-inflammatory properties, lithium exhibited cytokine-mediated inflammatory activities. Therefore, lithium's potential adverse effects on the immune system should be considered in immunodeficient patients and those with an inflammatory status treated with high doses of lithium.PMID:38700635 | DOI:10.1007/s12011-024-04202-8 (Source: Biological Trace Element Research)
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 3, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Erdal Matur Sibel Akyol Selmin Toplan Semra Ozdemir Ibrahim Akyaz ı Nuran Dar ıyerli Source Type: research
Elemental and Radiological Characterisation of Arbutus unedo L. Leaves and Tea: Impact of Preparation Method on Nutritional Risk/Benefit
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 May 3. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04201-9. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe aim of this study was to characterise the elemental and radiological composition of strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo L.) leaves and tea preparations and compare it with commercial Uvin H herbal mixture, widely used in treatment of urinary tract infections. The concentration of 17 elements and the activity concentration of selected radionuclides were measured in strawberry tree leaves/Uvin H herbal mixture, as well as in herbal tea prepared by infusion or decoction of leaves for 5 or 10 min. In both leaves and tea preparations,...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 3, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Blanka Tariba Lovakovi ć Davor Ra šeta Maja Lazarus Karlo Jurica Tanja Živković Semren Andreja Juri č Aleksandra Drami ćanin Branko Petrinec Aleksandar Bulog Irena Br čić Karačonji Source Type: research
Concentrations, Sources, and Health Risk of Heavy Metals in Edible Parts of Broilers from Northeast of Algeria
This study aimed to determine the concentration of mercury (Hg), lead (Pb), and iron (Fe) in the edible parts of broilers, as well as in feed, drinking water, and litter as sources of contamination and to assess their possible human health risk in the province of Jijel (Northeast Algeria). The range of Hg, Pb, and Fe in edible parts were 0.004-0.007, 0.185-0.480, and 28.536-88.306 mg/kg, respectively, and the difference in content was only significant (p < 0.05) for lead. Breast and thigh samples had Pb concentrations above the maximum limit. Spearman coefficient analysis revealed that most correlations were positive be...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 2, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Karima Benamirouche Farid Ait Merzeg Djamila Baazize-Ammi Souhila Mahmoudi Ouahiba Belfadel Lilya Boudriche Source Type: research
Recuperative Effects of Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) in Catla catla After Sub-Lethal Exposure to Lead
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 May 2. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04213-5. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThis research was conducted to validate the beneficial effects of incorporating dietary cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) powder (CzP) in alleviating lead (Pb) poisoning in fish. Healthy Catla catla individuals (16.36 ± 0.19 g/fish) were distributed across 18 tanks in triplicate groups. The experimental groups were as follows: Control group: fish without supplementation or exposure to Pb; positive control group: fish without supplementation but exposed to 1 mg/L Pb; 5 g/kg CzP along with 1 mg/L Pb exposure; 10 g/kg CzP along wit...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 2, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Zeeshan Yousaf Syed Makhdoom Hussain Shafaqat Ali Pallab K Sarker Khalid A Al-Ghanim Source Type: research
Concentrations, Sources, and Health Risk of Heavy Metals in Edible Parts of Broilers from Northeast of Algeria
This study aimed to determine the concentration of mercury (Hg), lead (Pb), and iron (Fe) in the edible parts of broilers, as well as in feed, drinking water, and litter as sources of contamination and to assess their possible human health risk in the province of Jijel (Northeast Algeria). The range of Hg, Pb, and Fe in edible parts were 0.004-0.007, 0.185-0.480, and 28.536-88.306 mg/kg, respectively, and the difference in content was only significant (p < 0.05) for lead. Breast and thigh samples had Pb concentrations above the maximum limit. Spearman coefficient analysis revealed that most correlations were positive be...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 2, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Karima Benamirouche Farid Ait Merzeg Djamila Baazize-Ammi Souhila Mahmoudi Ouahiba Belfadel Lilya Boudriche Source Type: research
Recuperative Effects of Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) in Catla catla After Sub-Lethal Exposure to Lead
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 May 2. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04213-5. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThis research was conducted to validate the beneficial effects of incorporating dietary cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) powder (CzP) in alleviating lead (Pb) poisoning in fish. Healthy Catla catla individuals (16.36 ± 0.19 g/fish) were distributed across 18 tanks in triplicate groups. The experimental groups were as follows: Control group: fish without supplementation or exposure to Pb; positive control group: fish without supplementation but exposed to 1 mg/L Pb; 5 g/kg CzP along with 1 mg/L Pb exposure; 10 g/kg CzP along wit...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - May 2, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Zeeshan Yousaf Syed Makhdoom Hussain Shafaqat Ali Pallab K Sarker Khalid A Al-Ghanim Source Type: research
