Differential effects of cholecalciferol and calcitriol on muscle proteolysis and oxidative stress in angiotensin II ‐induced C2C12 myotube atrophy
Cholecalciferol exhibited beneficial roles, whereas calcitriol possessed the negative impact on skeletal muscle proteostasis in angiotensin II-induced muscle atrophy. AbstractRenin –angiotensin system activation contributes to skeletal muscle atrophy in aging individuals with chronic diseases. We aimed to explore the effects of cholecalciferol (VD3) and calcitriol (1,25VD3) on signaling of muscle proteolysis and oxidative stress in myotubes challenged with angiotensin II (AII). The mouse C2C12 myotubes were assigned to vehicle, AII, AII + VD3, AII + 1,25VD3, and AII + losartan groups. The expression levels...
Source: Physiological Reports - April 17, 2024 Category: Physiology Authors: Muthita Hirunsai,
Ratchakrit Srikuea Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Recent Advances in the Nutrition and Metabolism of Dogs and Cats
Adv Exp Med Biol. 2024;1446:1-14. doi: 10.1007/978-3-031-54192-6_1.ABSTRACTDomestic dogs (facultative carnivores) and cats (obligate carnivores) have been human companions for at least 12,000 and 9000 years, respectively. These animal species have a relatively short digestive tract but a large stomach volume and share many common features of physiological processes, intestinal microbes, and nutrient metabolism. The taste buds of the canine and feline tongues can distinguish sour, umami, bitter, and salty substances. Dogs, but not cats, possess sweet receptors. α-Amylase activity is either absent or very low in canine and ...
Source: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology - April 16, 2024 Category: Research Authors: Guoyao Wu Source Type: research
Characteristics of Nutrition and Metabolism in Dogs and Cats
Adv Exp Med Biol. 2024;1446:55-98. doi: 10.1007/978-3-031-54192-6_4.ABSTRACTDomestic dogs and cats have evolved differentially in some aspects of nutrition, metabolism, chemical sensing, and feeding behavior. The dogs have adapted to omnivorous diets containing taurine-abundant meat and starch-rich plant ingredients. By contrast, domestic cats must consume animal-sourced foods for survival, growth, and development. Both dogs and cats synthesize vitamin C and many amino acids (AAs, such as alanine, asparagine, aspartate, glutamate, glutamine, glycine, proline, and serine), but have a limited ability to form de novo arginine...
Source: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology - April 16, 2024 Category: Research Authors: Peng Li Guoyao Wu Source Type: research
GSE263739 Single cell RNA-seq of aortas from Tet2flox/flox and Tet2SMC-KO mice receiving high-dosed cholecalciferol
Contributors : Zhi Zeng ; Xuejiao Fan ; Wai Ho TangSeries Type : Expression profiling by high throughput sequencingOrganism : Mus musculusTo investigate the role of TET2 in osteogenic differentiation of smooth muscle cells (SMCs) in vivo, we performed single cell RNA-seq in cholecalciferol overload-induced calcified aortas of Tet2flox/flox and SMC specific Tet2 knock-out mice (Tet2SMC-KO). (Source: GEO: Gene Expression Omnibus)
Source: GEO: Gene Expression Omnibus - April 16, 2024 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Tags: Expression profiling by high throughput sequencing Mus musculus Source Type: research
Impact of supplementation with iron-folic acid (IFA) and vitamin D3 compared with IFA alone on haemoglobin levels in elderly people with mild-to-moderate anaemia: protocol for the double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled Iron and vitamin D trial in Elderly Anemia (IDEA)
This study is a community-based, double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised trial. The study will be done in the Kalyani municipality area. Individuals aged ≥60 years with mild-to-moderate anaemia and normal vitamin D3 levels will be randomised into the intervention (IFA and vitamin D3 supplementation) group or the control group (IFA and olive oil as placebo). All medications will be self-administered. Follow-up will be done on a weekly basis for 12 weeks. The calculated sample size is 150 in each arm. Block randomisation will be done. The primary outcome is change in haemoglobin levels from baseline to 12 weeks. Seco...
Source: BMJ Open - April 16, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Ahamed, F., Jaiswal, A., Sahoo, S., Ghosh, T., Kaur, A., Rehman, T., Goswami, K. Tags: Open access, Geriatric medicine Source Type: research
Influence of Silicon Supplementation on Growth, Immunity, Antioxidant, Hormonal Profile and Bone Health Biomarkers in Pre-ruminant Crossbred Calves
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 Apr 15. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04178-5. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTSilicon (Si), a newer trace element, is believed to be important for healthy bone formation and to decrease bone resorption, improving the quality of bone by manipulating several hormones and enzymes. Therefore, the current investigation was conducted to determine the impact of Si supplementation on growth, immunity, antioxidant, hormonal profile and biomarkers of bone health in pre-ruminant crossbred calves. Twenty-four crossbred calves (5-7 days) were selected on the basis of their body weight (BW 31.65 ± 0.46 kg) and divide...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - April 15, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Lamella Ojha Raman Malik Veena Mani Abhishek Kumar Singh Manpreet Singh Source Type: research
Influence of Silicon Supplementation on Growth, Immunity, Antioxidant, Hormonal Profile and Bone Health Biomarkers in Pre-ruminant Crossbred Calves
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 Apr 15. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04178-5. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTSilicon (Si), a newer trace element, is believed to be important for healthy bone formation and to decrease bone resorption, improving the quality of bone by manipulating several hormones and enzymes. Therefore, the current investigation was conducted to determine the impact of Si supplementation on growth, immunity, antioxidant, hormonal profile and biomarkers of bone health in pre-ruminant crossbred calves. Twenty-four crossbred calves (5-7 days) were selected on the basis of their body weight (BW 31.65 ± 0.46 kg) and divide...
Source: Cell Research - April 15, 2024 Category: Cytology Authors: Lamella Ojha Raman Malik Veena Mani Abhishek Kumar Singh Manpreet Singh Source Type: research
Influence of Silicon Supplementation on Growth, Immunity, Antioxidant, Hormonal Profile and Bone Health Biomarkers in Pre-ruminant Crossbred Calves
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 Apr 15. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04178-5. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTSilicon (Si), a newer trace element, is believed to be important for healthy bone formation and to decrease bone resorption, improving the quality of bone by manipulating several hormones and enzymes. Therefore, the current investigation was conducted to determine the impact of Si supplementation on growth, immunity, antioxidant, hormonal profile and biomarkers of bone health in pre-ruminant crossbred calves. Twenty-four crossbred calves (5-7 days) were selected on the basis of their body weight (BW 31.65 ± 0.46 kg) and divide...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - April 15, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Lamella Ojha Raman Malik Veena Mani Abhishek Kumar Singh Manpreet Singh Source Type: research
Influence of Silicon Supplementation on Growth, Immunity, Antioxidant, Hormonal Profile and Bone Health Biomarkers in Pre-ruminant Crossbred Calves
Biol Trace Elem Res. 2024 Apr 15. doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04178-5. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTSilicon (Si), a newer trace element, is believed to be important for healthy bone formation and to decrease bone resorption, improving the quality of bone by manipulating several hormones and enzymes. Therefore, the current investigation was conducted to determine the impact of Si supplementation on growth, immunity, antioxidant, hormonal profile and biomarkers of bone health in pre-ruminant crossbred calves. Twenty-four crossbred calves (5-7 days) were selected on the basis of their body weight (BW 31.65 ± 0.46 kg) and divide...
Source: Biological Trace Element Research - April 15, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Lamella Ojha Raman Malik Veena Mani Abhishek Kumar Singh Manpreet Singh Source Type: research
Monitoring the utilization and effectiveness of Iron and Vitamin D supplementations program and its predictive factors in high schools ’ girls in Qom, Iran
Conclusion:The inadequate and incomplete rate of IVDSP in Qom was high and more than 60% of distributed supplementations have been wasted. Our results showed that students who were participated in educational orientation classes were more successful and eager in iron and vitamin D3 consumption. Therefore, it is recommended to increase interventions at individual, interpersonal, intra-organizational and inter-organizational levels in order to fully support the program and ultimately increase the efficiency of the program. (Source: Journal of Preventive Medicine and Hygiene)
Source: Journal of Preventive Medicine and Hygiene - April 15, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Abolfazl Mohammadbeigi, Dr Source Type: research
Fabrication, structure, characterization and emulsion application of citrate agar
Int J Biol Macromol. 2024 Apr 11:131451. doi: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131451. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTCitric acid esterified agar (CA) with different degrees of substitution (DS) was prepared, and CA gel was used to stabilize O/W emulsions. Compared with native agar (NA), CA had lower gel strength, higher transparency, and higher water contact angle. Further analysis of DS, group content ratio, Fourier transform infrared, and nuclear magnetic resonance data showed that the CA underwent cross-linking reaction. Emulsion properties revealed that CA gel emulsion (CAGE) had smaller particle size and lower ζ-potential tha...
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - April 13, 2024 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Feng Jiang Xinwei Xu Qiong Xiao Zhenyi Li Huifen Weng Fuquan Chen Anfeng Xiao Source Type: research
Biophysical insight into the binding mechanism of epigallocatechin-3-gallate and cholecalciferol to albumin and its preventive effect against AGEs formation: An in vitro and in silico approach
This article focusses on the interaction and antiglycating potential of (-)-Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) and vitamin D in combination using various techniques. The formation of the HSA-EGCG and HSA-vitamin D complex was confirmed by UV and fluorescence spectroscopy. Thermodynamic analysis verified the spontaneity of reaction, and presence of hydrogen bonds and van der Waals interactions. FRET confirms high possibility of energy transfer. Cumulative antiglycation resulted in almost 60 % prevention in AGEs formation, decreased alterations at lysine and arginine, and reduced protein carbonylation. Secondary and tertiary ...
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - April 10, 2024 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Sana Siddiqui Rizwan Ahmad Yusra Ahmad Abul Faiz Faizy Shagufta Moin Source Type: research
Biophysical insight into the binding mechanism of epigallocatechin-3-gallate and cholecalciferol to albumin and its preventive effect against AGEs formation: An in vitro and in silico approach
This article focusses on the interaction and antiglycating potential of (-)-Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) and vitamin D in combination using various techniques. The formation of the HSA-EGCG and HSA-vitamin D complex was confirmed by UV and fluorescence spectroscopy. Thermodynamic analysis verified the spontaneity of reaction, and presence of hydrogen bonds and van der Waals interactions. FRET confirms high possibility of energy transfer. Cumulative antiglycation resulted in almost 60 % prevention in AGEs formation, decreased alterations at lysine and arginine, and reduced protein carbonylation. Secondary and tertiary ...
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - April 10, 2024 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Sana Siddiqui Rizwan Ahmad Yusra Ahmad Abul Faiz Faizy Shagufta Moin Source Type: research
Coadministration of doxorubicin with vitamin D3, Lactobacillus acidophilus, and Lactobacillus casei in the 4T1 mouse model of breast cancer: anticancer and enteroprotective effects
Med Oncol. 2024 Apr 9;41(5):111. doi: 10.1007/s12032-024-02346-0.ABSTRACTThe use of doxorubicin (Dox) in the treatment of breast cancer negatively affects the intestines and other tissues. Many studies have proven that probiotics and vitamin D3 have antitumor and intestinal tissue-protecting properties. To achieve effectiveness and minimize side effects, the current study aims to administer Dox together with probiotics (Lactobacillus acidophilus and Lactobacillus casei) and vitamin D3. Forty-two female BALB/c inbred mice were divided into six groups: Group 1 (Control), Group 2 (Dox), Group 3 (Dox and probiotics), Group 4 (...
Source: Cancer Control - April 9, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Mohammad Ali Mirzadeh Majid Eslami Ali Ghanbari Sam Zarbakhsh Sedighe Yosefi Abbas Pakdel Source Type: research
Coadministration of doxorubicin with vitamin D3, Lactobacillus acidophilus, and Lactobacillus casei in the 4T1 mouse model of breast cancer: anticancer and enteroprotective effects
AbstractThe use of doxorubicin (Dox) in the treatment of breast cancer negatively affects the intestines and other tissues. Many studies have proven that probiotics and vitamin D3 have antitumor and intestinal tissue-protecting properties. To achieve effectiveness and minimize side effects, the current study aims to administer Dox together with probiotics (Lactobacillus acidophilus andLactobacillus casei) and vitamin D3. Forty-two female BALB/c inbred mice were divided into six groups: Group 1 (Control), Group 2 (Dox), Group 3 (Dox and probiotics), Group 4 (Dox and vitamin D3), Group 5 (Dox, probiotics, and vitamin D3), an...
Source: Medical Oncology - April 9, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
