Ashwagandha: Efficacy in Stress Reduction and Health Benefits Psychological stress plays a significant role in our society, with worldwide prevalence constantly increasing in recent years. When encountering a stressor, a complex cascade of physiological responses is initiated, leading to the activation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis and the secretion of the primary stress hormone, cortisol.…
Nisin: A Promising Antimicrobial Peptide for Oral Health and Food Safety Nisin is a low molecular weight antimicrobial peptide produced by Lactococcus lactis, composed of 34 amino acid residues with effective action against gram-positive bacteria. This peptide works by binding to cell membranes, forming pores, causing the leakage of intracellular nutrients, inhibiting cell wall synthesis,…
Antidiabetic Effects of Tribulus Terrestris and Curcuma Amada: A Study on Animal Models Diabetes is a metabolic disease characterized by high blood glucose levels due to low insulin secretion or insulin resistance. According to the WHO, it will be the leading cause of mortality and morbidity by 2030. Diabetes leads to secondary complications such as…
Benefits of Genistein on Glucose and Lipid Metabolism: Systematic Review and Meta-Analyzed Impaired glucose and lipid metabolism is one of the most common health problems worldwide, increasing with age. According to the International Diabetes Federation, the global prevalence of diabetes will reach 592 million and 642 million by 2035 and 2040, respectively. The World Health…
Effect of Genistein Supplementation on Metabolic Parameters: Meta-Analysis and Contrasting Results Supplementation with genistein has been studied to evaluate its effects on metabolic parameters such as BMI, lipid profiles, and homocysteine. Genistein, a phytoestrogen found in soy, has demonstrated potential benefits in improving blood glucose, and lipid levels and reducing homocysteine. This study included clinical…
Anti-Atherosclerotic Effects of Radish Extracts: Comparative Study between White and Purple Radish in Murine Models Atherosclerosis is a disease caused by plaque buildup in the blood vessels. Smoking increases the chance of heart problems like heart attack, heart failure, stroke, and artery disease in the legs. While statins are widely used as anti-hyperlipidemic drugs, their…
Clinical guidelines for empirical vitamin D supplementation: recommendations and preventive health benefits Numerous studies demonstrate associations between serum concentrations of 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25[OH]D) and various common disorders, including musculoskeletal, metabolic, cardiovascular, malignant, autoimmune, and infectious diseases. While a clear causal link between serum 25(OH)D concentrations and many disorders has not been established, these associations have…
Food Supplements Market in Italy: Sales Growth, Pharmacy Dominance and New Trends In recent years, increasing attention to health and wellness has driven more people to turn to food supplements as daily support. This trend reflects a growing awareness of the importance of maintaining optimal nutritional balance and preventing deficiencies that could compromise overall well-being.…
Role of Carotenoids in Prevention and Treatment of Age-related Macular Degeneration: Review of Studies and Future Perspectives Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a chronic degenerative disease of the retina characterized by degradation of photoreceptors and retinal pigment epithelial cells in the macula, leading to loss of visual acuity and sharpness (Golestaneh et al., 2017; Rickman…
Registration of Class IIa Medical Device for Gastroesophageal Reflux at the Department of Health in Hanoi, Vietnam The Department of Health in Hanoi, Vietnam officially registered our Class IIa medical device. Additionally, it’s important to note that the device holds an MDD certificate extension. The device is an oral emulsion composed of key actives: low…