An exploratory critical review on TNF-α as a potential inflammatory biomarker responsive to dietary intervention with bioactive foods and derived products

S Quarta, M Massaro, MA Carluccio, N Calabriso… - Foods, 2022 - mdpi.com
This review collects and critically examines data on the levels of tumour necrosis factor-
alpha (TNF-α) in lean, overweight and obese subjects, and the effects of intervention with …

Immunometabolic Profile Associated with Progressive Damage of the Intestinal Mucosa in Adults Screened for Colorectal Cancer: Association with Diet

C González, S Ruiz-Saavedra… - International Journal of …, 2023 - mdpi.com
Environmental factors such as diet and lifestyle have been shown to influence the
development of some intestinal mucosal lesions that may be precursors of colorectal cancer …

The Chemical Profiles and Antioxidant Properties of Live Fruit or Vegetable Vinegars Available on the Polish Food Market

K Melkis, K Jakubczyk - Foods, 2024 - mdpi.com
Live vinegar is a product formed through a two-step fermentation process of a sugar
substrate that has not been subjected to filtration or pasteurization. This is considered to …

Sleep apnoea, gut dysbiosis and cognitive dysfunction

T Deyang, MDAI Baig, P Dolkar, TA Hediyal… - The FEBS …, 2023 - Wiley Online Library
Sleep disorders are becoming increasingly common, and their distinct effects on physical
and mental health require elaborate investigation. Gut dysbiosis (GD) has been reported in …

Food Intolerances, Food Allergies and IBS: Lights and Shadows

A Pasta, E Formisano, F Calabrese, MC Plaz Torres… - Nutrients, 2024 - mdpi.com
This narrative review delves into the intricate relationship between irritable bowel syndrome
(IBS) and food intolerances. IBS, a chronic functional gastrointestinal disorder, is …

Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Properties of Fermented Beetroot Juices Enriched with Different Additives

K Jakubczyk, K Melkis, K Janda-Milczarek… - Foods, 2023 - mdpi.com
Fermented beetroot juice is a beverage obtained from the fermentation of beetroot, most
commonly red beet (Beta vulgaris L. var. conditiva). Nowadays, this product is increasingly …

Obesity, Dietary Patterns, and Hormonal Balance Modulation: Gender-Specific Impacts

E Mazza, E Troiano, Y Ferro, F Lisso, M Tosi, E Turco… - Nutrients, 2024 - mdpi.com
Understanding the intricate relationship between nutrition, hormonal balance, and gender-
specific factors is crucial for developing targeted interventions to mitigate obesity-related …

Legumes: A Vehicle for Transition to Sustainability

AE Yanni, S Iakovidi, E Vasilikopoulou, VT Karathanos - Nutrients, 2023 - mdpi.com
Legumes are an excellent source of protein and have been used in the human diet for
centuries. Consumption of legumes has been linked to several health benefits, including a …

Underlying Mechanisms of the Protective Effects of Lifestyle Factors in the Prevention of Age-Related Diseases

N Alcaráz, P Salcedo-Tello, R González-Barrios… - Archives of Medical …, 2024 - Elsevier
The rise in life expectancy has significantly increased the occurrence of age-related chronic
diseases, leading to escalating expenses for both society and individuals. Among the main …

The influence of physical activity, social relationships, and diet intake on depression: a case-series study

S Nabdi, S Boujraf, M Benzagmout - Annals of Medicine and …, 2023 - journals.lww.com
Study design: This is an observational cross-sectional study of 654 participants residing in
the urban commune of Fez (n= 326) and the rural commune of Loulja (n= 328) in the …