Nitric oxide (NO) is a gaseous molecule that has a central role in signaling pathways
involved in numerous physiological processes (eg, vasodilation, neurotransmission …

Patients with well-controlled LDL (low-density lipoprotein) levels still have residual
cardiovascular risk associated with elevated triglycerides. Epidemiological studies have …

This review describes the most common methods for recovery of chitin from marine
organisms. In depth, both enzymatic and chemical treatments for the step of deproteinization …

Background Public health policies reflect concerns that certain fruit sources may not have
the intended benefits and that vegetables should be preferred to fruit. We assessed the …

Oxidative stress is increased in metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)
and this appears to underlie the development of cardiovascular disease, T2DM and diabetic …

Natural antioxidants, including polyphenols, flavonoids, anthocyanins and carotenoids, play
an important role in the treatment and prevention of a large number of diseases. However …

Atherosclerosis is a leading cause of vascular diseases worldwide. Whereas antioxidative
therapy has been considered promising for the treatment of atherosclerosis in view of a …

Diet is likely to be an important determinant of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. In this
article, we will review the evidence linking the consumption of fruit and vegetables and CVD …

Advanced oxidation protein products as a novel marker of oxidative stress in uremia.
Evidence suggests an imbalance between antioxidant and oxidant-generating systems …

Coronary atherosclerosis is by far the most frequent cause of ischemic heart disease, and
plaque disruption with superimposed thrombosis is the main cause of the acute coronary …