scholarly journals Important Properties of Grapes and Wine from the Dobrogea Area for Therapeutic Use

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 59
Author(s):  
Rodica Sirbu ◽  
Ticuta Negreanu-Pirjol ◽  
Bogdan Stefan Negreanu-Pirjol
Keyword(s):  
Natural Products ◽  
Succinic Acid ◽  
Malic Acid ◽  
Reducing Sugars ◽  
Alternative Therapies ◽  
Viable Alternative ◽  
Know How ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Specific Effects ◽  
Beneficial Impact

Starting from Herodotus who states that: No cure can cure like wine and can not inspire like it. From antiquity until now grapes and wine represent a viable alternative in multiple therapies if we know how and when to consume these products. This paper is a study that comes to present concretely the beneficial impact of the products that the vine offers us, the plant cultivated in the location of our Dobrogean area. Grapes contain reducing sugars, malic acid, succinic acid, flavonic derivatives, lecithin, choline, leucine, wax and minerals. Wine also has special properties in cellular and mental balance, being a good anti-stress remedy. Medicinal wines are elixirs with beneficial effects on health only if they are prepared correctly. In this paper important properies of wine and grapes are analised and application of wines and their specific effects in different therapies was systematized. The paper aims to open interest in this topic for scientifically controlled consumption and for the use of these natural products in beneficial alternative therapies.

scholarly journals Sugars, organic acids, minerals and lipids in jabuticaba

2011 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 540-550 ◽  
Author(s):  
Annete de Jesus Boari Lima ◽  
Angelita Duarte Corrêa ◽  
Ana Maria Dantas-Barros ◽  
David Lee Nelson ◽  
Ana Carolina Lourenço Amorim
Keyword(s):  
Acetic Acid ◽  
Citric Acid ◽  
Oxalic Acid ◽  
Organic Acids ◽  
Organic Acid ◽  
Succinic Acid ◽  
Malic Acid ◽  
Seed Oil ◽  
Reducing Sugars ◽  
Mineral Compositions

The aim of this work was to determine the sugar, organic acid and mineral compositions of the whole fruit and fractions (skin, pulp and seed) of the Paulista (Plinia cauliflora) and Sabará (Plinia jaboticaba) jabuticaba tree genotypes, as well as the oil compositions of their skin and seeds. High levels of sugar, especially fructose, followed by glucose and sucrose, were encountered in the fruit. In the Paulista genotype, higher levels of total and reducing sugars were found in the pulp and skin, which was not observed when comparing the whole fruit of both genotypes. Five organic acids were found in the whole fruit and in the fractions of the two jabuticaba genotypes in quantitative order: citric acid > succinic acid > malic acid > oxalic acid > acetic acid. Potassium was the most abundant mineral found. This fruit was also shown to be rich in magnesium, phosphorus, calcium and copper. The seed oil had nearly the same constitution as the oil extracted from the skin in both genotypes and the major compounds were an unidentified phytosterol, palmitic, linoleic and oleic acids, and squalene.

scholarly journals A High Amylose Wheat Diet Improves Gastrointestinal Health Parameters and Gut Microbiota in Male and Female Mice

Foods ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 220
Author(s):  
See Meng Lim ◽  
Jocelyn M. Choo ◽  
Hui Li ◽  
Rebecca O’Rielly ◽  
John Carragher ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Relative Abundance ◽  
Bacterial Load ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Gastrointestinal Health ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Specific Effects ◽  
Beneficial Impact ◽  
Bacteroidetes Phylum ◽  
Group Sex ◽  
High Amylose

High amylose wheat (HAW) contains more resistant starch than standard amylose wheat (SAW) and may have beneficial effects on gastrointestinal health. However, it is currently unclear whether these effects differ according to the level of HAW included in the diet or between males and females. Male and female C57BL/6 mice (n = 8/group/sex) were fed SAW65 (65% SAW; control), HAW35 (35% HAW), HAW50 (50% HAW) or HAW65 (65% HAW) diet for eight weeks. Female but not male, mice consuming any amount of HAW exhibited accelerated gastric emptying compared to SAW65 group. In both sexes, relative colon weights were higher in the HAW65 group compared to SAW65 group and in females, relative weights of the small intestine and cecum were also higher in the HAW65 group. In females only, colonic expression of Pyy and Ocln mRNAs were higher in the HAW65 group compared to HAW35 and HAW50 groups. In both sexes, mice consuming higher amounts of HAW (HAW50 or HAW65) had increased fecal bacterial load and relative abundance of Bacteroidetes phylum and reduced relative abundance of Firmicutes compared to SAW65 group. These data are consistent with a beneficial impact of HAW on gastrointestinal health and indicate dose-dependent and sex-specific effects of HAW consumption.

scholarly journals Antioxidants of Natural Products

Antioxidants ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 612
Author(s):  
Mee Ree Kim
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Health Promotion ◽  
Natural Products ◽  
Disease Prevention ◽  
Biological Systems ◽  
Reactive Oxygen ◽  
Nitrogen Species ◽  
Beneficial Effects

Antioxidant ingredients are known to contribute to the beneficial effects of natural products in health promotion as well as disease prevention by reducing oxidative stress, caused by reactive oxygen or nitrogen species, in biological systems [...]

Enhancing the employer-employee relationship through corporate social responsibility (CSR) engagement

2015 ◽  
Vol 27 (7) ◽  
pp. 1479-1498 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daraneekorn Supanti ◽  
Ken Butcher ◽  
Liz Fredline
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Hotel Management ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Specific Effects ◽  
Employee Relationship ◽  
Hotel Managers ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
Csr Engagement

Purpose – The purpose of this study is to understand how hotel managers perceive the benefits that may accrue to employees and hotels through their engagement in corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities. Design/methodology/approach – In-depth interviews with 23 hotel managers, representing various functional responsibilities, were undertaken across four provinces in Thailand. The sample included local and international chain hotels. Findings – Hotel managers from all functional areas and levels acknowledged that CSR substantially enhanced the employer–employee relationship. Five themes depicting the beneficial effects were identified: a relationship unifying process, having fun, feeling pride, developing skills and building teamwork. These themes reflect three core factors of emotional responses, social capital and task-related skills. Practical implications – The paper illustrates that CSR activities can be customised to elicit specific effects that will engender beneficial outcomes for both hotel management and employees. Originality/value – This paper provides new insights into how hotel managers perceive the employer-employee relationship is enhanced through CSR engagement. In addition, the paper presents a practical model that will be of interest to both academics and practitioners.

scholarly journals Dual Role of Metallic Trace Elements in Stress Biology—From Negative to Beneficial Impact on Plants

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (13) ◽  
pp. 3117 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ewa Muszyńska ◽  
Mateusz Labudda
Keyword(s):  
Trace Elements ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
Plant Protection ◽  
Model Systems ◽  
Elevated Concentration ◽  
Metallic Ions ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Metallic Trace Elements ◽  
Beneficial Impact ◽  
Evolutionary Consequences

Heavy metals are an interesting group of trace elements (TEs). Some of them are minutely required for normal plant growth and development, while others have unknown biological actions. They may cause injury when they are applied in an elevated concentration, regardless of the importance for the plant functioning. On the other hand, their application may help to alleviate various abiotic stresses. In this review, both the deleterious and beneficial effects of metallic trace elements from their uptake by roots and leaves, through toxicity, up to the regulation of physiological and molecular mechanisms that are associated with plant protection against stress conditions have been briefly discussed. We have highlighted the involvement of metallic ions in mitigating oxidative stress by the activation of various antioxidant enzymes and emphasized the phenomenon of low-dose stimulation that is caused by non-essential, potentially poisonous elements called hormesis, which is recently one of the most studied issues. Finally, we have described the evolutionary consequences of long-term exposure to metallic elements, resulting in the development of unique assemblages of vegetation, classified as metallophytes, which constitute excellent model systems for research on metal accumulation and tolerance. Taken together, the paper can provide a novel insight into the toxicity concept, since both dose- and genotype-dependent response to the presence of metallic trace elements has been comprehensively explained.

Statins and menopausal health

2002 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 141-146 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alfred O Mueck ◽  
Harald Seeger
Keyword(s):  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Vascular Tissue ◽  
Hormone Replacement ◽  
Lipid Lowering ◽  
High Morbidity ◽  
Vascular Effects ◽  
Important Conclusion ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Specific Effects ◽  
Smooth Muscle Proliferation

Cardiovascular disease is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Cholesterol-lowering statins can reduce health risks both in men and women. While this benefit has thus far been attributed to the lipid-lowering effects of these drugs, the importance of their direct actions on vascular tissue is gaining more recognition. Furthermore, recent studies suggest that statins might also be effective in preventing osteoporosis and Alzheimer's disease. Equally interesting are experimental results showing that statins may inhibit growth of certain malignancies such as the breast. When statins are combined with hormone replacement therapy (HRT), even greater beneficial effects on the lipid profile can be obtained. To our knowledge we have investigated for the first time direct vascular effects by combining statins with HRT. We were able to identify significant beneficial effects on endothelial function and vascular smooth muscle proliferation. In the context of current discussions on the benefits and risks of HRT in treating patients with pre-existing cardiovascular disease, it appears particularly important that interventional studies should be conducted to evaluate the therapeutic relevance of statin/HRT combinations. At present, this is the most important conclusion drawn from the data collected thus far on the combination of these two drug types. There is some evidence suggesting drug-specific effects, particularly adverse reactions and statin interactions, which should be considered when using this combination therapy.

Simultaneous Gas Chromatographic Determination of Carboxylic Acids in Soft Drinks and Jams

1985 ◽  
Vol 68 (5) ◽  
pp. 902-905
Author(s):  
Taizo Tsuda ◽  
Hiroshi Nakanishi ◽  
Takashi Morita ◽  
Junko Takebayashi
Keyword(s):  
Benzoic Acid ◽  
Succinic Acid ◽  
Tartaric Acid ◽  
Carboxylic Acids ◽  
Fumaric Acid ◽  
Malic Acid ◽  
Sorbic Acid ◽  
Chromatographic Determination ◽  
Dehydroacetic Acid

Abstract A method was developed for simultaneous gas chromatographic determination of sorbic acid, dehydroacetic acid, and benzoic acid used as preservatives, and succinic acid, fumaric acid, malic acid, and tartaric acid used as acidulants in soft drinks and jams. A sample was dissolved in NH4OH-NH4CI pH 9 buffer solution, and an aliquot of the solution was passed through a QAE-Sephadex A 25 column. The column was washed with water, and the carboxylic acids were eluted with 0.1N HC1. Sorbic acid, dehydroacetic acid, and benzoic acid were extracted with ethyl ether-petroleum ether (1 + 1), and determined on a 5% DEGS + 1% H3PO4 column. Succinic acid, fumaric acid, malic acid, and tartaric acid in the lower layer were derivatized with N,0- bis(trimethylsilyl)acetamide and trimethylchlorosilane, and determined on a 3% SE-30 column. Recoveries from soft drink and jam samples fortified with 0.1% each of 7 carboxylic acids ranged from 92.4 to 102.6% for preservatives, and from 88.1 to 103.2% for acidulants.

Anti-Thrombotic Effect of a Novel Formula from Corni Fructus with Malic Acid, Succinic Acid and Citric Acid

2013 ◽  
Vol 28 (5) ◽  
pp. 722-727 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qi-Chun Zhang ◽  
Yue Zhao ◽  
Hui-Min Bian
Keyword(s):  
Citric Acid ◽  
Succinic Acid ◽  
Malic Acid ◽  
Corni Fructus

Plant natural products: a primerThe present review is one in the special series of reviews on animal–plant interactions.

2010 ◽  
Vol 88 (7) ◽  
pp. 601-614 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. A. Bernards
Keyword(s):  
Natural Products ◽  
Structural Diversity ◽  
Structural Type ◽  
Biological Functions ◽  
Plant Interactions ◽  
In Planta ◽  
Functional Roles ◽  
Chemical Mechanisms ◽  
Know How ◽  
Plant Natural Products

Over the course of evolution, plants have adapted various structural and chemical mechanisms to protect themselves and interact with their environment. The chemical mechanisms are largely based on the secondary metabolites or natural products. Although plant natural products are generally divided into three main categories (terpenoids, alkaloids, and phenylpropanoids) that are based on structural type and biosynthetic origin, there are many other smaller categories of unique compounds. Many important in planta biological functions can be attributed to plant natural products, in large part, owing to their tremendous structural diversity. To understand the functional roles of plant natural products, both as protective compounds and interorganismal signals, it is important to know how they are formed in plants. This minireview provides a general background about the three main categories of plant natural products, their biosynthetic origins, and their structural diversity.

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