Evaluation of the amelioration effect of Ganoderma formosanum extract on delaying PM2.5 damage to lung macrophages
ConclusionsThe study suggests that the WA has the potential to alleviate the PM -induced damage in alveolar macrophages, demonstrating its anti-inflammatory properties. (Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research)
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 29, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Chih ‐Yao Hou, Chen‐Che Hsieh, Yin‐Ci Hung, Cheng‐Chih Hsu, Chang‐Wei Hsieh, Shu‐Han Yu, Kuan‐Chen Cheng Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Two Prenylated Chalcones, 4 ‐Hydroxyderricin, and Xanthoangelol Prevent Postprandial Hyperglycemia by Promoting GLUT4 Translocation via the LKB1/AMPK Signaling Pathway in Skeletal Muscle Cells
ConclusionIn conclusion, LKB1/AMPK pathway and subsequent GLUT4 translocation in skeletal muscle cells are involved in Ashitaba chalcone-suppressed acute hyperglycemia. (Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research)
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 25, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Kevin Odongo, Ayane Abe, Rina Kawasaki, Kyuichi Kawabata, Hitoshi Ashida Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Gut Microbiota Plays Essential Roles in Soyasaponin's Preventive Bioactivities against Steatohepatitis in the Methionine and Choline Deficient (MCD) Diet ‐Induced Non‐Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) Mice
ConclusionGM plays essential roles in soyasaponin's preventive bioactivities against steatohepatitis in MCD diet-induced NASH mice. (Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research)
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 18, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Chuhong Su, Jiexian Wang, Huiyu Luo, Junbin Chen, Fengjuan Lin, Jiaqi Mo, Fei Xiong, Longying Zha Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Urine and Dried Blood Spots From Children and Pregnant Women Reveal Phytochemicals, Amino Acids, and Carnitine Metabolites as Cowpea Consumption Biomarkers
ConclusionThis feeding study for cowpea biomarkers supports the utility of a suite of key metabolites classified as amino acids, lipids, and phytochemicals for dietary legume and cowpea-specific food exposures of global health importance. (Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research)
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 18, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Madison Tipton, Bridget A. Baxter, Brigitte A. Pfluger, Brooke Sayre ‐Chavez, María Muñoz‐Amatriaín, Corey D. Broeckling, Issah Shani, Matilda Steiner‐Asiedu, Mark Manary, Elizabeth P. Ryan Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Profiles of Intestinal Flora in Breastfed Obese Children and Selecting Functional Strains Against Obesity
ConclusionsL. plantarum H-72 is screened out for its potential antiobesity effect, which presents a potential and promising avenue for future interventions aimed at preventing pediatric obesity in breastfed children. (Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research)
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 17, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Cong Liang, Hai ‐Yue Niu, Lin‐Zheng Lyu, Yi‐Fan Wu, Lan‐Wei Zhang Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Transcriptomics and Metabolomics Reveal Tomato Consumption Alters Hepatic Xenobiotic Metabolism and Induces Steroidal Alkaloid Metabolite Accumulation in Mice
ConclusionThese data together suggest tomato consumption may impart benefits partly through enhancing detoxification potential. (Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research)
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 12, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Michael P. Dzakovich, Mallory L. Goggans, Jennifer M. Thomas ‐Ahner, Nancy E. Moran, Steven K. Clinton, David M. Francis, Jessica L. Cooperstone Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Puerarin Attenuates Iron Overload ‐Induced Ferroptosis in Retina through a Nrf2‐Mediated Mechanism
ConclusionThese findings suggest targeting ferroptosis may be a novel strategy for the management of retinal degeneration. Puerarin may exert some of its ocular benefits by attenuating ferroptosis. (Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research)
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 10, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Qiongtao Song, Wenyuan Jian, Yuanyuan Zhang, Qiang Li, Ying Zhao, Rong Liu, Yan Zeng, Fuwen Zhang, Junguo Duan Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Gastro ‐Intestinal Digested Bovine Milk Osteopontin Modulates Gut Barrier Biomarkers In Vitro
ConclusionThe findings demonstrate that the bioactive peptides released from in vitro infant gastrointestinal digestion of bovine milk OPN alleviates intestinal epithelial cell inflammation by inhibiting NF- κB pathway activation and potentiates the barrier function of the intestinal epithelium. (Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research)
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 9, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Lu Li, Juchun Chen, Yuxing Zheng, Jonathan Lane, Ruibiao Hu, Jianzhong Zhu, Xiong Fu, Qiang Huang, Feitong Liu, Bin Zhang Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Dietary Ferulic Acid Increases Endurance Capacity by Promoting Skeletal Muscle Oxidative Phenotype, Mitochondrial Function, and Antioxidant Capacity
ConclusionOur results suggest that FA increases endurance capacity by promoting skeletal muscle oxidative phenotype, mitochondrial function, and antioxidant capacity, which may be related to the NRF1 and NRF2 signaling pathways. (Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research)
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 9, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Tengteng Huang, Huawei Li, Xiaoling Chen, Daiwen Chen, Bing Yu, Jun He, Yuheng Luo, Hui Yan, Ping Zheng, Jie Yu, Zhiqing Huang Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Effects of a Short ‐Term Vegan Challenge in Older Adults on Metabolic and Inflammatory Parameters—A Randomized Controlled Crossover Study
ConclusionImprovements in insulin homeostasis are observed after the vegan diet, but meeting protein requirements are not feasible during the short-term vegan challenge despite dietary counseling, which warrants concern. (Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research)
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 8, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Lary D öschner, Kora Schulze, Lea Göger, Anja Bosy‐Westphal, Nele Krüger, Kristina Franz, Ursula Müller‐Werdan, Catrin Herpich, Kristina Norman Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

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Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 5, 2024 Category: Food Science Tags: Front Cover Source Type: research

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Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 5, 2024 Category: Food Science Tags: Editorial Board Source Type: research

Role of Artificial Intelligence in Multinomial Decisions and Preventative Nutrition in Alzheimer's Disease
With specific patient information, machine learning can assist in a personalized nutrition as Alzheimer's disease prevention and slowing down the symptoms of dementia. AbstractAlzheimer's disease (AD) affects 50 million people worldwide, an increase of 35 million since 2015, and it is known for memory loss and cognitive decline. Considering the morbidity associated with AD, it is important to explore lifestyle elements influencing the chances of developing AD, with special emphasis on nutritional aspects. This review will first discuss how dietary factors have an impact in AD development and the possible role of Artificial...
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 4, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Ariana Soares Dias Portela, Vrinda Saxena, Eric Rosenn, Shu ‐Han Wang, Sibilla Masieri, Joshua Palmieri, Giulio Maria Pasinetti Tags: Review Source Type: research

Dietary Cannabidiol Activates PKA/AMPK Signaling and Attenuates Chronic Inflammation and Leaky Gut in DSS ‐Induced Colitis Mice
ConclusionDietary CBD protects against inflammation and colitis symptoms induced by DSS, providing an alternative approach to IBD management. (Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research)
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 4, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Qi Sun, Alejandro Bravo Iniguez, Qiyu Tian, Min Du, Mei ‐Jun Zhu Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Soybean Isoflavones Ameliorates Lactation Performance in Postpartum Mice by Alleviating Oxidative Stress and Regulating Gut Microflora
This study aims to analyze the effect of soybean isoflavone (SIF), a natural estrogen found in plants, on postpartum lactation performance in mice and to evaluate its potential as a treatment for PPDS. Adult female BALB/c mice at 8 weeks of age (25 ± 3 g) are randomly divided into four groups fed with different levels of SIF and a normal diet for 14 days. SIF (0, 50, 100, 200 mg kg-1 BW) is provided via intra-gastric route to the experimental mice. Using a high-throughput sequencing of microbial diversity and mammary gland metabolites, it is found that SIF-treated mice potentially show an improved milk performance via e...
Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - January 4, 2024 Category: Food Science Authors: Yuexin Shao, Yan Yu, Shilong Pang, Liyan Ge, Huaiping Shi Tags: Research Article Source Type: research