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View article: Impact of Vitamin D Receptor Genotypes on Taiwan Hallux Valgus
Impact of Vitamin D Receptor Genotypes on Taiwan Hallux Valgus Open
VDR rs731236, rs1544410, rs2228570, and rs7975232 may not serve as indicators for a higher risk of HV.
View article: The Contribution of DNA Ligase 4 Polymorphisms to Colorectal Cancer
The Contribution of DNA Ligase 4 Polymorphisms to Colorectal Cancer Open
The variant genotypes of Lig4 rs1805388 may not serve as predictive markers for CRC risk in the Taiwanese population.
View article: Steamed daylily flower (Hemerocallis fulva L.) protected cardiac and hepatic cells against ethanol induced apoptotic and oxidative damage
Steamed daylily flower (Hemerocallis fulva L.) protected cardiac and hepatic cells against ethanol induced apoptotic and oxidative damage Open
Our previous study examined the phytochemical composition and bio-activities of raw daylily flower (Hemerocallis fulva L.). However, this plant food is usually served via heat process such as cooking in a soup. This study aimed to investig…
View article: Trends in energy and macronutrient intake among Taiwanese older adults in 1999–2000, 2005–2008 and 2013–2016 periods
Trends in energy and macronutrient intake among Taiwanese older adults in 1999–2000, 2005–2008 and 2013–2016 periods Open
Background This study aimed to explore trends, in 3 periods, in the intake of energy and macronutrients among Taiwanese older adults. Methods Study subjects were those aged ≥65 years in the Nutrition and Health Survey in Taiwan 1999–2000 a…
View article: Impacts of Matrix Metalloproteinase 9 Genotypes on Renal Cell Carcinoma
Impacts of Matrix Metalloproteinase 9 Genotypes on Renal Cell Carcinoma Open
Carrying the T allele for MMP9 rs3918242 may predict a higher risk of renal cell carcinoma among individuals diagnosed with hypertension, diabetes, or with a family history of cancer.
View article: Ethanol Extracts of Rice Bran and Whole Grain Adlay Seeds Mitigate Colonic Inflammation and Damage in Mice with Colitis
Ethanol Extracts of Rice Bran and Whole Grain Adlay Seeds Mitigate Colonic Inflammation and Damage in Mice with Colitis Open
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease with frequent relapsing inflammation in the colon. Whole grains have been promoted as healthy and sustainable foods; however, the use of whole gains in UC is inconclusive. The…
View article: Effects of Multi-Strain Probiotics on Immune Responses and Metabolic Balance in Helicobacter pylori-Infected Mice
Effects of Multi-Strain Probiotics on Immune Responses and Metabolic Balance in Helicobacter pylori-Infected Mice Open
Chronic inflammation caused by Helicobacter pylori infection increases the risk of developing gastric cancer. Even though the prevalence of H. pylori infection has been decreased in many regions, the development of antibiotic resistance st…
View article: Effects of Heat-Treated Probiotics and Short-Chain Fatty Acids on Jejunal Integrity and Fecal Microbiome in Rats with Massive Bowel Resection
Effects of Heat-Treated Probiotics and Short-Chain Fatty Acids on Jejunal Integrity and Fecal Microbiome in Rats with Massive Bowel Resection Open
OBJECTIVES: Massive bowel resection and total parenteral nutrition (TPN) are the major factors to affect intestinal integrity and microbiome in patients with short bowel syndrome (SBS). Studies showed that dead probiotics, which have no ab…
View article: Phytochemical profiles and anti-diabetic benefits of two edible <i>Amaranthus</i> species
Phytochemical profiles and anti-diabetic benefits of two edible <i>Amaranthus</i> species Open
Phytochemical profile and activity of anti-oxidative, anti-glycative, anti-α-amylase, anti-α-glucosidase, anti-lipase and anti-acetylcholinesterase (AchE) of aqueous extracts prepared from leaf and stem parts of two edible Amaranthus speci…
View article: <i>Gynura bicolor</i>aqueous extract attenuated H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>induced injury in PC12 cells
<i>Gynura bicolor</i>aqueous extract attenuated H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>induced injury in PC12 cells Open
Background: Protective effects of Gynura bicolor aqueous extract (GAE) at three concentrations upon nerve growth factor (NGF) differentiated-PC12 cells against H 2 O 2 induced injury were examined. Methods: NGF differentiated-PC12 cells we…
View article: Preventive Effects of Velvet Antler <i>(Cervus elaphus)</i> against Lipopolysaccharide‐Induced Acute Lung Injury in Mice by Inhibiting MAPK/NF‐<i>κ</i>B Activation and Inducing AMPK/Nrf2 Pathways
Preventive Effects of Velvet Antler <i>(Cervus elaphus)</i> against Lipopolysaccharide‐Induced Acute Lung Injury in Mice by Inhibiting MAPK/NF‐<i>κ</i>B Activation and Inducing AMPK/Nrf2 Pathways Open
Velvet antler ( Cervus elaphus ) is a typical traditional animal medicine. It is considered to have various pharmacological effects including stimulation of the immune system, increase in the physical strength, and enhancement of sexual fu…
View article: The antioxidant activity and nitric oxide production of extracts obtained from the leaves of Chenopodium quinoa Willd
The antioxidant activity and nitric oxide production of extracts obtained from the leaves of Chenopodium quinoa Willd Open
We demonstrate that the extracts of quinoa leaves possess the biological activities of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. Our finding suggests that the leaf extract of quinoa has potential to be utilized for natural health products.
View article: Antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antidiabetic effects of the aqueous extracts from Glycine species and its bioactive compounds
Antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antidiabetic effects of the aqueous extracts from Glycine species and its bioactive compounds Open
These results suggest that Glycine species might be a good resource for future development of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antidiabetic heath foods.