Characterization and the impact of in vitro simulated digestion on the stability and bioaccessibility of carotenoids and their esters in two Pouteria lucuma varieties

2020 ◽  
Vol 316 ◽  
pp. 126369
Author(s):  
Andrea Gómez-Maqueo ◽  
Elisa Bandino ◽  
José I. Hormaza ◽  
M. Pilar Cano
Keyword(s):  
Simulated Digestion ◽  
The Stability ◽  
The Impact

scholarly journals Targeting neuropilin-1 suppresses the stability of CD4+CD25+ regulatory T cells via the NF-κB signaling pathway in sepsis

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yu-lei Gao ◽  
Chun-xue Wang ◽  
Zi-yi Wang ◽  
Wen-jie Li ◽  
Yan-cun Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
T Cells ◽  
Regulatory T Cells ◽  
Signaling Pathway ◽  
Binding Activity ◽  
Dna Binding Activity ◽  
Sepsis Model ◽  
The Stability ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Tgf Β1

Neuropilin (Nrp)-1 contributes to maintain the stability of CD4+CD25+ regulatory T cells (Tregs). We investigated the impact of Nrp-1 on the stability of CD4+CD25+ Tregs, and the underlying signaling pathways, in a sepsis model. Splenic CD4+CD25+ Tregs were treated with anti-Nrp-1, or transfected to silence Nrp-1 and ikkβ, or administered with PDTC, followed by rSema3A in sepsis simulation. After creation of a sepsis model in mice, anti-Nrp-1 was administered. Expression of foxp3- TSDR, apoptosis rate, Foxp-3/CTLA-4/TGF-β1, IL-10 and TGF-β1, and NF-κB signaling activity of CD4+CD25+ Tregs were determined. Sepsis simulation with or without rSema3A increased the stability of CD4+CD25+ Tregs, including an increase in the expression of Foxp-3/CTLA-4/TGF-β1, decrease in apoptosis and methylation of foxp3- TSDR, increase in the secretion of TGF-β1 and IL-10, and increase in the immunosuppressive effect on CD4+T lymphocytes. silencing of Nrp-1 or anti-Nrp-1 treatment interdicted LPS stimulation with or without a rSema3A-mediated effect. Sepsis simulation increased the DNA-binding activity of NF-κB, as well as the p-ikkβ/ikkβ and p-P65/P65 ratios in vitro and vivo. Silencing of ikkβ expression or PDTC treatment suppressed the stability of CD4+CD25+ Tregs in LPS-induced sepsis. Weakening Nrp-1 reduced the stability of CD4+CD25+ Tregs by regulating the NF-κB signaling pathway, and could be a new target for immunoregulation in sepsis.

scholarly journals Effects of Pulsed Electric Field-Assisted Osmotic Dehydration and Edible Coating on the Recovery of Anthocyanins from In Vitro Digested Berries

Foods ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 505 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriel Oliveira ◽  
Urszula Tylewicz ◽  
Marco Dalla Rosa ◽  
Thomas Andlid ◽  
Marie Alminger
Keyword(s):  
Gastrointestinal Tract ◽  
Electric Field ◽  
Osmotic Dehydration ◽  
Pulsed Electric Field ◽  
Edible Coating ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Berry Fruits ◽  
Shelf Stable ◽  
The Impact

Berry fruits, such as strawberries and blueberries, are rich sources of anthocyanins. Several studies have been made on the impact of non-thermal treatments on safety, shelf-life and nutritional characteristics of such products, but the effects of these processes on anthocyanin stability during digestion in the gastrointestinal tract are still not completely clear. The aim of this study was to assess the recovery of anthocyanins after simulated gastrointestinal digestion of (1) strawberry samples, pre-treated with pulsed electric field (PEF) at 100 or 200 V·cm−1, prior to osmotic dehydration (OD), and (2) blueberry samples coated with chitosan and procyanidin. After digestion, a significantly higher content of cyanidin-3-O-glucoside and malvidin-3-O-glucoside was quantified by LC-MS/MS in processed strawberry and blueberry samples, compared with the controls. The highest recovery of cyanidin-3-O-glucoside was detected in digested strawberry samples osmotically dehydrated with trehalose. The recovery of malvidin-3-O-glucoside was highest in digested blueberries coated with chitosan and stored for 14 days, compared with untreated samples or samples coated with chitosan and procyanidin. Our study shows the potential of mild PEF treatments combined with OD, or the use of edible coating, to obtain shelf-stable products without substantially affecting the composition or the stability of anthocyanins during digestion in the upper gastrointestinal tract.

G-CSF and Erythropoietin Stability in Amniotic Fluid during Simulated in vitro Digestion Conditions

2002 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 310-315 ◽  
Author(s):  
Darlene A Calhoun ◽  
Brooke E Richards ◽  
Jason A Gersting ◽  
Sandra E Sullivan ◽  
Robert D Christensen
Keyword(s):  
Amniotic Fluid ◽  
Preterm Neonate ◽  
In Vitro Digestion ◽  
Human Amniotic Fluid ◽  
Time Zero ◽  
Simulated Digestion ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Stimulating Factor ◽  
Degree Of Degradation

Objective: To determine the stability of granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) and erythropoietin (Epo) in human amniotic fluid and recombinant G-CSF (Neupogen) and Epo (Epogen) in simulated amniotic fluid to digestions at pH concentrations of 3.2, 4.5, and 5.8 to assess their bioavailability to the neonate. Design: A simulated amniotic fluid containing Neupogen and Epogen was subjected to in vitro conditions that mimicked preprandial and postprandial neonatal intestinal digestion. Human amniotic fluid was tested using identical digestion conditions as well as human amniotic fluid to which Epogen and Neupogen had been added. Main Outcome Measures: The percentages of G-CSF/Epo and Neupogen/Epogen remaining after 1 and 2 hours of simulated digestions were compared with those at time zero, and concentrations at 2 hours were compared with those at 1 hour and time zero. Results: In simulated amniotic fluid at pH 3.2, significant degradation of G-CSF was observed at 1 hour (p = 0.03). No differences were observed at 1 or 2 hours for either pH 4.5 (p = 0.30 and 0.11, respectively) or pH 5.8 (p = 0.20 and 0.49, respectively). Human amniotic fluid exhibited significant degradation pH 3.2 (p = 0.04) and pH 4.5 (p < 0.05) at 1 hour; no difference was noted at pH 5.8 at 1 hour (p = 0.34). When additional Neupogen was added to human amniotic fluid, significant degradation was observed at pH 3.2 (p < 0.05) and pH 4.5 (p = 0.03) at 1 hour; no difference was noted at 1 hour at pH 5.8 (p = 0.11). In simulated amniotic fluid at pH 3.2, significant degradation of Epo occurred at 1 hour (p < 0.05). There were no differences at 1 hour for pH 4.5 (p = 0.50) or pH 5.8 (p = 0.17). Human amniotic fluid exhibited significant degradation at pH 3.2 (p < 0.05) and pH 4.5 (p < 0.05) at 1 hour; no difference was noted at 1 hour at pH 5.8 (p = 0.34). When additional Epogen was added to human amniotic fluid, significant degradation was observed at pH 3.2 (p = 0.001) and pH 4.5 (p = 0.003); no difference was noted at 1 hour at pH 5.8 (p = 0.31). Conclusions: G-CSF/Epo in human amniotic fluid and Neupogen/Epogen in simulated amniotic fluid are preserved to varying degrees during simulated digestion conditions. The degree of degradation of both cytokines was time- and pH-dependent. Measurable quantities of G-CSF and Epo are biologically available when swallowed by the fetus or a preterm neonate.

scholarly journals Unravelling the antimicrobial action of antidepressants on gut commensal microbes

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yasmina Ait Chait ◽  
Walid Mottawea ◽  
Thomas A. Tompkins ◽  
Riadh Hammami
Keyword(s):  
Antimicrobial Activity ◽  
Gut Microbiota ◽  
Antidepressant Drugs ◽  
Dilution Method ◽  
Bacterial Strains ◽  
Bifidobacterium Animalis ◽  
Colony Counting ◽  
The Stability ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Over the past decade, there has been increasing evidence highlighting the implication of the gut microbiota in a variety of brain disorders such as depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. Studies have shown that depression affects the stability of gut microbiota, but the impact of antidepressant treatments on microbiota structure and metabolism remains underexplored. In this study, we investigated the in vitro antimicrobial activity of antidepressants from different therapeutic classes against representative strains of human gut microbiota. Six different antidepressants: phenelzine, venlafaxine, desipramine, bupropion, aripiprazole and (S)-citalopram have been tested for their antimicrobial activity against 12 commensal bacterial strains using agar well diffusion, microbroth dilution method, and colony counting. The data revealed an important antimicrobial activity (bacteriostatic or bactericidal) of different antidepressants against the tested strains, with desipramine and aripiprazole being the most inhibitory. Strains affiliating to most dominant phyla of human microbiota such as Akkermansia muciniphila, Bifidobacterium animalis and Bacteroides fragilis were significantly altered, with minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) ranged from 75 to 800 μg/mL. A significant reduction in bacterial viability was observed, reaching 5 logs cycle reductions with tested MICs ranged from 400 to 600 μg/mL. Our findings demonstrate that gut microbiota could be altered in response to antidepressant drugs.

scholarly journals WAKTU PENYIMPANAN TROMBOSIT TERKAIT JUMLAH DI KONSENTRAT TROMBOSIT

2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 224
Author(s):  
Raehana Samad ◽  
Agus Alim Abdullah ◽  
Kusriny A.P. ◽  
Mansyur Arif
Keyword(s):  
Platelet Count ◽  
Storage Time ◽  
Blood Donors ◽  
Impedance Method ◽  
Storage Process ◽  
Series Design ◽  
The Stability ◽  
The Impact

The transfusion of thrombocyte concentrate is one of the important medical approaches to make the platelet count raised in patients with thrombocytopenia. The TC could change during the storage process, so the in vitro storaging should be considered to minimalize the alterations on the platelet count. The study was aimed to know the impact of storage time to maintain the platelet count stability in TC of transfusion blood by evaluating it. A study with Time Series design was performed in 30 samples of TC of transfusion blood collected from 30 blood donors. The samples was collected from the bag tube of TC and the test is performed as soon as possible by using haematological analyzer (Sysmex KX-21) with an impedance method, the rest of the samples was stored in an agitator on 22±2°C to perform a repeated count on day 5th and 7th. The collected data was analyzed with “Paired T Test”. The results of this study showed that the platelet count in TC of transfusion blood was decreased in the fifth day compared to the first day, but the decreased matter is insignificant, statistically (p=0.13). While after seventh (7) day, the platelet count is decreased significantly (p=0.00). The researchers concluded that the storage of TC for seven (7) days could not maintain the stability of the platelet count of the transfusion blood. There fore is suggested, a further study to evaluate the impact of storage time on platelets viability. So the quality of platelets in TC of transfusion blood can be evaluated.

scholarly journals Corynebacterium Species Inhibit Streptococcus pneumoniae Colonization and Infection of the Mouse Airway

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kadi J. Horn ◽  
Alexander C. Jaberi Vivar ◽  
Vera Arenas ◽  
Sameer Andani ◽  
Edward N. Janoff ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Streptococcus Pneumoniae ◽  
Respiratory Health ◽  
Upper Airway ◽  
Inhibitory Effect ◽  
Airway Microbiome ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Independent Effects ◽  
The Impact

The stability and composition of the airway microbiome is an important determinant of respiratory health. Some airway bacteria are considered to be beneficial due to their potential to impede the acquisition and persistence of opportunistic bacterial pathogens such as Streptococcus pneumoniae. Among such organisms, the presence of Corynebacterium species correlates with reduced S. pneumoniae in both adults and children, in whom Corynebacterium abundance is predictive of S. pneumoniae infection risk. Previously, Corynebacterium accolens was shown to express a lipase which cleaves host lipids, resulting in the production of fatty acids that inhibit growth of S. pneumoniae in vitro. However, it was unclear whether this mechanism contributes to Corynebacterium-S. pneumoniae interactions in vivo. To address this question, we developed a mouse model for Corynebacterium colonization in which colonization with either C. accolens or another species, Corynebacterium amycolatum, significantly reduced S. pneumoniae acquisition in the upper airway and infection in the lung. Moreover, the lungs of co-infected mice had reduced pro-inflammatory cytokines and inflammatory myeloid cells, indicating resolution of infection-associated inflammation. The inhibitory effect of C. accolens on S. pneumoniae in vivo was mediated by lipase-dependent and independent effects, indicating that both this and other bacterial factors contribute to Corynebacterium-mediated protection in the airway. We also identified a previously uncharacterized bacterial lipase in C. amycolatum that is required for inhibition of S. pneumoniae growth in vitro. Together, these findings demonstrate the protective potential of airway Corynebacterium species and establish a new model for investigating the impact of commensal microbiota, such as Corynebacterium, on maintaining respiratory health.

The Effect of High Storage Temperature on the Stability and Efficacy of Lyophilized Tenecteplase

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (5) ◽  
pp. 501-507
Author(s):  
Emily Henkel ◽  
Rebecca Vella ◽  
Andrew Fenning
Keyword(s):  
Critical Care ◽  
Storage Temperature ◽  
Short Exposure ◽  
Protein Drug ◽  
Single Chain ◽  
Study Objective ◽  
The Stability ◽  
The Impact ◽  
D Dimer

AbstractIntroduction:Tenecteplase is a thrombolytic protein drug used by paramedics, emergency responders, and critical care medical personnel for the prehospital treatment of blood clotting diseases. Minimizing the time between symptom onset and the initiation of thrombolytic treatment is important for reducing mortality and improving patient outcomes. However, the structure of protein drug molecules makes them susceptible to physical and chemical degradation that could potentially result in considerable adverse effects. In locations that experience extreme temperatures, lyophilized tenecteplase transported in emergency service vehicles (ESVs) may be subjected to conditions that exceed the manufacturer’s recommendations, particularly when access to the ambulance station is limited.Study Objective:This study evaluated the impact of heat exposure (based on temperatures experienced in an emergency vehicle during summer in a regional Australian city) on the stability and efficacy of lyophilized tenecteplase.Methods:Vials containing 50mg lyophilized tenecteplase were stored at 4.0°C (39.2°F), 35.5°C (95.9°F), or 44.9°C (112.8°F) for a continuous period of eight hours prior to reconstitution. Stability and efficacy were determined through assessment of: optical clarity and pH; analyte concentration using UV spectrometry; percent protein monomer and single chain protein using size-exclusion chromatography; and in vitro bioactivity using whole blood clot weight and fibrin degradation product (D-dimer) development.Results:Heat treatment, particularly at 44.9°C, was found to have the greatest impact on tenecteplase solubility; the amount of protein monomer and single chain protein lost (suggesting structural vulnerability); and the capacity for clot lysis in the form of decreased D-dimer production. Meanwhile, storage at 4.0°C preserved tenecteplase stability and in vitro bioactivity.Conclusion:The findings indicate that, in its lyophilized form, even relatively short exposure to high temperature can negatively affect tenecteplase stability and pharmacological efficacy. It is therefore important that measures are implemented to ensure the storage temperature is kept below 30.0°C (86.0°F), as recommended by manufacturers, and that repeated refrigeration-heat cycling is avoided. This will ensure drug administration provides more replicable thrombolysis upon reaching critical care facilities.

scholarly journals Liberation and Micellarization of Carotenoids from Different Smoothies after Thermal and Ultrasound Treatments

Foods ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 492 ◽  
Author(s):  
Magdalena Buniowska ◽  
Eva Arrigoni ◽  
Agata Znamirowska ◽  
Jesús Blesa ◽  
Ana Frígola ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Fruit And Vegetables ◽  
Effect Of Temperature ◽  
Carrot Juice ◽  
Fruit And Vegetable ◽  
Simulated Digestion ◽  
Physiochemical Parameters ◽  
Varied Diet ◽  
The Impact

The consumption of a varied diet rich in fruit and vegetables helps prevent and treat certain chronic diseases. The development of smoothies based on derivatives from fruit and vegetables rich in bioactive compounds can help increase the consumption of these foods, and therefore, contribute to the prevention of various health problems. However, during the processing of the fruit and vegetable smoothies, these properties may change. The elaboration of smoothies is based on fruits and vegetables rich in carotenoids: Carrot juice-papaya-mango (smoothie A) and carrot juice-pumpkin-mango (smoothie B). The objective of this study is to evaluate the impact of the application of different thermal technologies (mild and intensive heat treatment) and non-conventional technologies (ultrasound) on carotenoids (α-carotene, β-carotene, lutein and β-cryptoxantin) and determine the physiochemical parameters of derivatives from fruit and vegetable smoothies. In addition, the bioaccessibility of carotenoids is also evaluated through a process of in vitro simulated digestion. With regard to the bioaccessibility of the fruit and vegetable smoothies analyzed, a positive effect of temperature on liberation and micellarization was observed.

scholarly journals Cardiolipin Stabilizes and Increases Catalytic Efficiency of Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase II and Its Variants S113L, P50H, and Y479F

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (9) ◽  
pp. 4831
Author(s):  
Beate Meinhardt ◽  
Leila Motlagh Scholle ◽  
Franziska Seifert ◽  
Martina Anwand ◽  
Markus Pietzsch ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Catalytic Efficiency ◽  
Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase ◽  
Differential Scanning Fluorimetry ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Functional Consequences ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase Ii ◽  
The Impact

Muscle carnitine palmitoyltransferase II (CPT II) deficiency is associated with various mutations in CPT2 gene. In the present study, the impact of the two CPT II variants P50H and Y479F were characterized in terms of stability and activity in vitro in comparison to wildtype (WT) and the well investigated variant S113L. While the initial enzyme activity of all variants showed wild-type-like behavior, the activity half-lives of the variants at different temperatures were severely reduced. This finding was validated by the investigation of thermostability of the enzymes using nano differential scanning fluorimetry (nanoDSF). Further, it was studied whether the protein stabilizing diphosphatidylglycerol cardiolipin (CL) has an effect on the variants. CL indeed had a positive effect on the stability. This effect was strongest for WT and least pronounced for variant P50H. Additionally, CL improved the catalytic efficiency for CPT II WT and the investigated variants by twofold when carnitine was the varied substrate due to a decrease in KM. However, there was no influence detected for the variation of substrate palmitoyl-CoA. The functional consequences of the stabilization by CL in vivo remain open.

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