scholarly journals Valorization of Polysaccharides Obtained from Dark Tea: Preparation, Physicochemical, Antioxidant, and Hypoglycemic Properties

Foods ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 2276
Author(s):  
Jiangxiong Zhu ◽  
Hui Zhou ◽  
Junyao Zhang ◽  
Fanglan Li ◽  
Kang Wei ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Correlation Analysis ◽  
Uronic Acid ◽  
Functional Foods ◽  
Structural Characteristics ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Hypoglycemic Activity ◽  
Uronic Acid Content ◽  
Tea Polysaccharides

The structure and hypoglycemic activity of tea polysaccharides has been extensively studied, while there are few reports on the characterization and hypoglycemic activity of dark tea polysaccharides. The crude dark tea polysaccharide (CDTPS) was optimally extracted from Fuzhuan dark tea. Six polysaccharide fractions (namely DTPS-1, DTPS-2, DTPS-3, DTPS-4, DTPS-5, and DTPS-6) were isolated from CDTPS, and their physicochemical, structural, and biological properties were compared and analyzed. The results revealed that the compositions, structural characteristics, and biological properties of the six DTPSs were different. Therein, DTPS-4 and DTPS-6 had looser morphology, faster solubility, and a more stable structure. Additionally, DTPS-4 had the optimum in vitro antioxidant capabilities, and DTPS-6 had the strongest in vitro hypoglycemic capabilities. In addition, a correlation analysis revealed that the molecular weight and uronic acid content were significantly related to their antioxidant and hypoglycemic activities. Our results indicated that DTPS-4 and DTPS-6 could be further developed into functional foods or additives, respectively.

INFLUENCE OF THE SULFATION PATTERN ON CERTAIN BIOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF GALACTOSAMINOGLYCANS

1987 ◽  
Author(s):  
B Casu ◽  
L Marchese ◽  
A Naggi ◽  
G Torri ◽  
J Fareed ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Dermatan Sulfate ◽  
Anticoagulant Activity ◽  
Chlorosulfonic Acid ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Sulfated Polysaccharides ◽  
Low Molecular Weight ◽  
Antithrombotic Activity

In order to investigate the influence of charge distribution and chain length on the biological properties of sulfated polysaccharides, additional sulfate groups were introduced into the galactosaminoglycans, chondriotin sulfate and dermatan sulfate. Using a flexible method (with sulfuric acid and chlorosulfonic acid) for concurrent sulfation and controlled depolymerization, numerous products were obtained and characterized by chemical, enzymatic and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopic methods. The biologic actions of these products were profiled in both in vitro and in vivo assays for antithrombotic activity. Despite a weaker in vitro anticoagulant activity, low molecular weight over sulfated galactosaminoglycans produced significant dose-dependent antithrombotic actions in animal models which were similar to the actions observed with oversulfated low molecular weight heparins. These results suggest that a significant antithrombotic activity can be elicited through non-specific interactions of polysulfates with cellular and plasma components, and that clusters of sulfate groups such as the 4-6 disulfate group on D-galactosaminoglycan residues may be important for these interactions. Furthermore, these results, also suggest that supersulfation of glycosaminogly-cans results in products with biologic activity distinct from the native material.

Separation, characterization and hypoglycemic activity in vitro evaluation of a low molecular weight heteropolysaccharide from the fruiting body of Phellinus pini

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (8) ◽  
pp. 3493-3503
Author(s):  
Kai Yang ◽  
Yuezhong Jin ◽  
Ming Cai ◽  
Pengfei He ◽  
Baoming Tian ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Fruiting Body ◽  
Hypoglycemic Activity ◽  
Low Molecular Weight ◽  
In Vitro Evaluation ◽  
Isolation And Characterization

Isolation and characterization of low molecular weight heteropolysaccharides with in vitro hypoglycemic activity from Phellinus pini.

Immunopharmacological Studies of Low Molecular Weight Polysaccharide from Angelica Sinensis

1994 ◽  
Vol 22 (02) ◽  
pp. 137-145 ◽  
Author(s):  
Y. M. Choy ◽  
K. N. Leung ◽  
C. S. Cho ◽  
C. K. Wong ◽  
P. K. T. Pang
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Uronic Acid ◽  
Angelica Sinensis ◽  
Low Molecular Weight ◽  
Ascites Tumor ◽  
Tumor Bearing ◽  
Ehrlich Ascites ◽  
Anti Tumor Activity

A low molecular weight polysaccharide has been isolated from the rhizome of Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels (Umbelliferaer). It has a molecular weight of approximately 3,000 and consists of protein (4.73%) and carbohydrate (85.85%) of which 5.2% is uronic acid. It shows strong anti-tumor activity on Ehrlich Ascites tumor bearing mice. It also exhibits immunostimulating activities, both in vitro and in vivo.

Evaluation of Acid-Treated Hyaluronic Acid-Based Hydrogelation

2007 ◽  
Vol 342-343 ◽  
pp. 745-748
Author(s):  
Mi Sook Kim ◽  
Yoon Jeong Choi ◽  
Gun Woo Kim ◽  
In Sup Noh ◽  
Yong Doo Park ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Hyaluronic Acid ◽  
Gel Permeation Chromatography ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Cellular Interactions ◽  
Molecular Weights ◽  
Chemical Structures ◽  
Poly Ethylene Oxide ◽  
Poly Ethylene

Though hyaluronic acid (HA)-based hydrogel has drawn great attention in biomedical society, it’s long molecular weights sometimes have been problematic due to its difficulty in handling. After reduction of its high molecular weight into smaller sizes with various concentrations of hydrogen chloride solutions, its chemical and biological properties have been examined by changes in viscosity, FTIR spectroscopy and gel permeation chromatography as well as cellular interactions. While FTIR analysis indicated maintenance of its original chemical structures, its viscosity has been remarkably reduced and its extent was dependent upon the employment of acid concentrations. After controlling its molecular weight to approximately 100 kDa and coupling of aminopropymethacrylate to the treated HA, we evaluated in vitro cellular interactions and cell proliferations of the HA-poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO) hydrogel.

scholarly journals Vitamin A and the biosynthesis of sulphated mucopolysaccharides. Experiments with rats and cultured neoplastic mast cells

1969 ◽  
Vol 111 (4) ◽  
pp. 407-412 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. B. Thomas ◽  
C A Pasternak
Keyword(s):  
Growth Rate ◽  
Mast Cells ◽  
Vitamin A ◽  
Uronic Acid ◽  
Vitamin A Deficiency ◽  
Horse Serum ◽  
Vitamin A Status ◽  
Uronic Acid Content

1. The uptake and incorporation of [35S]sulphate into mucopolysaccharides by colon and duodenum in vitro are unaffected by the vitamin A status of the animals. 2. Uptake and incorporation in vivo are unaffected at 4hr. after injection of [35S]sulphate, but at later times are decreased in some tissues of vitamin A-deficient animals. 3. The rate of removal of 35S from blood, its rate of appearance in urine, the plasma concentration of sulphate and the uronic acid content of several tissues are not significantly altered in vitamin A deficiency. 4. These results, and direct measurement of 35S in mucopolysaccharides at various times after injection of [35S]sulphate, suggest that the synthesis of mucopolysaccharides is unaffected but that their turnover is increased in vitamin A deficiency. 5. Neither the growth rate of, nor the incorporation of [35S]sulphate into heparin by, P815Y and HC cultured neoplastic mast cells is decreased when the horse serum necessary for growth is treated with ultraviolet light or is replaced by serum from vitamin A-deficient rats. 6. The addition of citral is no more toxic to growth rate or to incorporation of 35S than is the addition of vitamin A itself. 7. It is concluded that neoplastic mast cells in culture do not require vitamin A for growth or for the synthesis of heparin. 8. None of these results is compatible with the view that vitamin A or a derivative is directly involved in the biosynthesis of sulphated mucopolysaccharides.

scholarly journals Glycomacropeptide Bioactivity and Health: A Review Highlighting Action Mechanisms and Signaling Pathways

Nutrients ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 598 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Córdova-Dávalos ◽  
Mariela Jiménez ◽  
Eva Salinas
Keyword(s):  
Signaling Pathways ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Inflammatory Diseases ◽  
Structural Characteristics ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Therapeutic Effects ◽  
Action Mechanisms ◽  
Comprehensive Compilation

Food-derived bioactive peptides are reported as beneficial and safe for human health. Glycomacropeptide (GMP) is a milk-protein-derived peptide that, in addition to its nutritional value, retains many biological properties and has therapeutic effects in several inflammatory disorders. GMP was shown under in vitro and in vivo conditions to exert a number of activities that regulate the physiology of important body systems, namely the gastrointestinal, endocrine, and immune systems. This review represents a comprehensive compilation summarizing the current knowledge and updated information on the major biological properties associated with GMP. GMP bioactivity is addressed with special attention on mechanisms of action, signaling pathways involved, and structural characteristics implicated. In addition, the results of various studies dealing with the effects of GMP on models of inflammatory diseases are reviewed and discussed.

Resorbable Polymer Membranes for Medical Applications

2014 ◽  
Vol 19 ◽  
pp. 99-108 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ewa Stodolak-Zych ◽  
Anna Łuszcz ◽  
Elżbieta Menaszek ◽  
Anna Ścisłowska-Czarencka
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Porous Materials ◽  
Conductivity Measurement ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Casting Method ◽  
Molecular Weights ◽  
Average Porosity ◽  
Test Cells ◽  
Bioresorbable Polymer

A bioresorbable polymer poly-ε-caprolactone (PCL) was tested in order to obtain porous materials suitable for membranes. The commercial PCL with various molecular weights (2kDa, 60kDa, 80 kDa) but similar polydispersity has been chosen. The membranes were produced by the casting method and the membrane materials underwent microstructure investigation (SEM) to assess the size of pores and an average porosity of the membranes. The membranes permeability was established by means of ultrafiltration. Also wettabilility and basic mechanical properties (such as: tensile strength Rm, Youngs modulus, E) were established. The membranes durability was tested in in vitro conditions (PBS/37°C) by monitoring of changes by means of ion conductivity measurement and changes in the molecular weight (the Ubbelohde method). The porous materials were tested towards biocompatibility, i.e. the membrane was contacted with the osteoblast line of NHOst cells (viability test, cells morphology). Non-perforated PCL foil was used as a reference material. The best physicochemical, mechanical and biological properties of the membranes were observed in case of application of PCL with molecular weight of 60 kDa.

scholarly journals The Impact of Hyaluronic Acid on Tendon Physiology and Its Clinical Application in Tendinopathies

Cells ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 3081
Author(s):  
Francesco Oliva ◽  
Emanuela Marsilio ◽  
Giovanni Asparago ◽  
Antonio Frizziero ◽  
Anna Concetta Berardi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Hyaluronic Acid ◽  
Clinical Application ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Tendon Healing ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Patellar Tendinopathy ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
The Impact

The physical–chemical, structural, hydrodynamic, and biological properties of hyaluronic acid within tendons are still poorly investigated. Medical history and clinical applications of hyaluronic acid for tendinopathies are still debated. In general, the properties of hyaluronic acid depend on several factors including molecular weight. Several preclinical and clinical experiences show a good efficacy and safety profile of hyaluronic acid, despite the absence of consensus in the literature regarding the classification according to molecular weight. In in vitro and preclinical studies, hyaluronic acid has shown physical–chemical properties, such as biocompatibility, mucoadhesivity, hygroscopicity, and viscoelasticity, useful to contribute to tendon healing. Additionally, in clinical studies, hyaluronic acid has been used with promising results in different tendinopathies. In this narrative review, findings encourage the clinical application of HA in tendinopathies such as rotator cuff, epicondylitis, Achilles, and patellar tendinopathy.

scholarly journals Antibacterial and hypoglycemic activity in vitro of polysaccharide obtained from Periconia byssoides

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (12) ◽  
pp. e493101218433
Author(s):  
Anny Carolinny Tigre Almeida Chaves ◽  
Raphael Ferreira Queiroz ◽  
Sandra Aparecida de Assis
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Biological Activity ◽  
Average Molecular Weight ◽  
Degree Of Polymerization ◽  
Hypoglycemic Activity ◽  
Number Average Molecular Weight

Fungi are source of polysaccharides that can show biological activity. The objective of this research was obtained polysaccharides from Periconia byssoides and evaluate antibacterial and hypoglycemic activity in vitro. The number-average molecular weight and degree of polymerization were determined. The results show that the polysaccharide of P. byssoides has potential as hypoglycemic. Therefore, it would be interesting to conduct in vivo research with this polysaccharide, to know about its hypoglycemic activity.

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