Cholesterol is a vital component of the human body. It stabilizes cell membranes and is the
precursor of bile acids, vitamin D and steroid hormones. However, cholesterol accumulation …

Cyclodextrins (CDs) are enabling pharmaceutical excipients that can be found in numerous
pharmaceutical products worldwide. Because of their favorable toxicologic profiles, CDs are …

This study investigated the effect of various prebiotics (indigestible dextrin, α-cyclodextrin,
and dextran) on human colonic microbiota at a dosage corresponding to a daily intake of 6 g …

Active Coatings for Smart Textiles presents the latest information on active materials and
their application to textiles in the form of coatings and finishes for the purpose of improving …

A high level of serum cholesterol is a major cause of atherosclerosis. Fenugreek is a well-
known hypocholesterolaemic agent with amazing phytochemical composition. Due to its …

Brassica sprouts are known as a good source of antimicrobial bioactive compounds such as
phenolics and glucosinolates (GLs). We aim at understanding how He–Ne laser light …

A dietary supplement potentially employed for the treatment and/or prevention of
hyperlipidemia was developed. The proposed product is composed of a combination of …

Sprouts have been regarded as a big store for bioactive compounds with a wide range of
biological activities. Elevated CO 2 (eCO 2, 620 μmol mol− 1) was employed to enhance the …

Coffee consumption has been linked to a low risk of metabolic syndrome. However,
evidence supporting its anti-hyperglycaemic and anti-hyperlipidaemic activities remain …

Simple Summary This study was conducted to investigate whether the positive impact of
elevated CO2 (eCO2) on the chemical composition of aniseed (Pimpinella anisum L.) seeds …