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Nanoencapsulated gamma-oryzanol enhances fibroblast proliferation, migration, and reduces oxidative stress in H2O2-induced cellular aging model 在h2o2诱导的细胞衰老模型中，纳米包埋γ -米甲醇增强成纤维细胞增殖、迁移和降低氧化应激

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Journal of Functional Foods Pub Date : 2026-01-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-15 DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2025.107130

Priya Yadav , Janani Sankar , Christoph Mora , Shengyu Mu , Nancy J. Rusch , Fumiya Watanabe , Gregory Guisbiers , Sankar Devarajan

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Rhubarb polysaccharides alleviate hypertriglyceridemia-induced acute pancreatitis and regulate gut microbiota-mediated tryptophan metabolism 大黄多糖减轻高甘油三酯血症诱导的急性胰腺炎和调节肠道微生物介导的色氨酸代谢

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Journal of Functional Foods Pub Date : 2025-12-01 Epub Date: 2025-11-19 DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2025.107104

Ya Chen , Wen-Wen Zhang , Yun-Yun Mao , Gang-Ao Hu , Xin-Xin Chen , Yi-Lin Zhou , Xiao-Long Chen , Hong Wang , Bin Wei , Jian-Feng Tu

{"title":"Rhubarb polysaccharides alleviate hypertriglyceridemia-induced acute pancreatitis and regulate gut microbiota-mediated tryptophan metabolism","authors":"Ya Chen , Wen-Wen Zhang , Yun-Yun Mao , Gang-Ao Hu , Xin-Xin Chen , Yi-Lin Zhou , Xiao-Long Chen , Hong Wang , Bin Wei , Jian-Feng Tu","doi":"10.1016/j.jff.2025.107104","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jff.2025.107104","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div><em>Rheum tanguticum</em> plays a key role in treating acute pancreatitis, though its bioactive components and mechanisms remain unclear. This study investigates the structural characteristics and therapeutic effects of rhubarb polysaccharides (RP) in a mouse model of hypertriglyceridemia-induced acute pancreatitis (HTGAP). The isolated polysaccharide, (26 kDa, primarily glucose and arabinose) significantly reduced serum amylase and lipase levels, improved pancreatic and intestinal histopathology and upregulated tight junction proteins Zonula Occludens-1 and Occludin. High throughput 16S rRNA sequencing demonstrated that RP supplementation modulated gut microbiota by enriching beneficial genera (e.g., <em>Lactobacillus</em> and <em>Akkermansia</em>) while reducing pathogenic genera (<em>Lachnoclostridium</em>, <em>Desulfovibrio</em>). Untargeted metabolomics revealed alterations in microbial metabolites, particularly in the tryptophan metabolism. Integrated analysis revealed significant microbiota-metabolite correlations. These findings suggest that RP improve HTGAP by restoring intestinal barrier integrity and regulating gut microbiota-mediated tryptophan metabolism, highlighting its potential as a therapeutic agent.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":360,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Foods","volume":"135 ","pages":"Article 107104"},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145569124","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Pharmacokinetics of liposomal multinutrients versus non-liposomal comparators in a randomized crossover trial 一项随机交叉试验中多营养素脂质体与非脂质体比较物的药代动力学

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Journal of Functional Foods Pub Date : 2025-12-01 Epub Date: 2025-11-19 DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2025.107103

Young Min Woo , Keun Woo Lee , Andre Kim

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Bioactive peptides as functional food ingredients: Production, mechanisms of action, market trends, and future perspectives with emphasis on andean crops 生物活性肽作为功能性食品成分：生产、作用机制、市场趋势和未来展望，重点是安第斯作物

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Journal of Functional Foods Pub Date : 2025-12-01 Epub Date: 2025-11-22 DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2025.107109

Gabriela Ibieta , Jimena Ortiz-Sempértegui , J. Mauricio Peñarrieta , Javier A. Linares-Pastén

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Probiotic properties of Lacticaseibacillus paracasei MJ4 and its protective effect on mice with inflammatory bowel disease: A potential probiotic resource 副干酪乳杆菌MJ4的益生菌特性及其对炎症性肠病小鼠的保护作用：一种潜在的益生菌资源

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Journal of Functional Foods Pub Date : 2025-12-01 Epub Date: 2025-10-28 DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2025.107074

Jianlong Lao , Junmei Li , Lin Tan , Shuping Yan , Zhaohai Wen , Yuan Qiu , Huiming Tan , Zengyuan Liu , Yanhong Yong , Xiaoxi Liu , Xingbin Ma , Xianghong Ju , Youquan Li

{"title":"Probiotic properties of Lacticaseibacillus paracasei MJ4 and its protective effect on mice with inflammatory bowel disease: A potential probiotic resource","authors":"Jianlong Lao , Junmei Li , Lin Tan , Shuping Yan , Zhaohai Wen , Yuan Qiu , Huiming Tan , Zengyuan Liu , Yanhong Yong , Xiaoxi Liu , Xingbin Ma , Xianghong Ju , Youquan Li","doi":"10.1016/j.jff.2025.107074","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jff.2025.107074","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Intestinal inflammation in animals is a common intestinal disease, among which Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) are the most common. However, probiotics are strain-specific, and there are significant differences in the mechanisms of action among different strains. In this study, <em>Lacticaseibacillus paracasei</em> MJ4 was isolated from the homemade yogurt of herdsmen in Qinghai Province, China. In vitro experiments demonstrated that MJ4 possesses excellent probiotic properties and safety profiles. In a murine model of colitis, MJ4 alleviated weight loss and colon shortening, and reduced the DAI score. After intervention with MJ4, the levels of pro-inflammatory factors (IL-1β, TNF-α, and IL-6) and histopathological scores decreased, whereas the level of IL-10 and the number of goblet cells increased significantly. Additionally, MJ4 rebalanced the intestinal flora composition in colitis mice by increasing the abundance of <em>Faecalibaculum</em> and <em>Alistipes</em>, and decreasing the abundance of <em>Bacteroides</em>, <em>Escherichia_Shigella</em>, and <em>Akkermansia</em>. Collectively, these findings indicate that L. <em>paracasei</em> MJ4 holds substantial potential for preventing colitis.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":360,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Foods","volume":"135 ","pages":"Article 107074"},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145374606","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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From traditional medicinal use to functional food: The pharmacological activity, hepatotoxicity mechanism and detoxification strategies of gardenia fructus 从传统药用到功能性食品：栀子的药理活性、肝毒性机制及解毒策略

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Journal of Functional Foods Pub Date : 2025-12-01 Epub Date: 2025-11-06 DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2025.107093

Qiang Yang , Ying Cai , Zhibo Wang , Sifan Guo , Shi Qiu , Aihua Zhang

{"title":"From traditional medicinal use to functional food: The pharmacological activity, hepatotoxicity mechanism and detoxification strategies of gardenia fructus","authors":"Qiang Yang , Ying Cai , Zhibo Wang , Sifan Guo , Shi Qiu , Aihua Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.jff.2025.107093","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jff.2025.107093","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Gardenia fructus (GF), a medicinal and edible herb with over 2,000 years of use, possesses diverse bioactive compounds including iridoids, crocins, and organic acids. Herein, we summarize the ethnomedicinal applications, phytochemistry, pharmacological activities, and safety concerns. GF exhibits a wide range of pharmacological activities, notably hepatoprotective, renoprotective, and neuroprotective effects. However, dose-dependent hepatotoxicity and nephrotoxicity - primarily linked to genipin, a metabolite of geniposide - pose significant safety challenges. Mechanisms involve oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, bile acid dysregulation, and inflammatory cascade activation. The field lacks sufficient clinical translation, comprehensive bioactivity analysis, and stringent quality control. Future research should prioritize elucidating molecular toxicity pathways, developing quality control benchmarks include geniposide, and advancing clinical trials to balance efficacy with safety. This positions GF as a sustainable resource for nutraceuticals and functional foods, necessitating rigorous safety assessments for rational utilization.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":360,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Foods","volume":"135 ","pages":"Article 107093"},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145464265","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Pleurotus eryngii extruded rice improved HFD/STZ-induced type 2 diabetic mice by activating PI3K/AKT signaling pathway and regulating gut microbiota 杏鲍菇膨化米通过激活PI3K/AKT信号通路和调节肠道菌群改善HFD/ stz诱导的2型糖尿病小鼠

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Journal of Functional Foods Pub Date : 2025-12-01 Epub Date: 2025-11-08 DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2025.107096

Lu Zhou , Wen Jiang , Fei Pei , Yang Ji , Anxiang Su , Gaoxing Ma , Yimeng Zhang , Qiuhui Hu , Ning Ma

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Identification and molecular mechanisms of novel wound healing potential peptides from eggshell membrane hydrolysates assisted by an integrated in silico and in vitro approach 从蛋壳膜水解物中鉴定新型创面愈合潜力肽及其分子机制——基于硅和体外集成方法的研究

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Journal of Functional Foods Pub Date : 2025-12-01 Epub Date: 2025-11-21 DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2025.107099

Yanan Gao , Na Zhang , Yi Li , Rong Zhang , Min Gao , Ya Zhang , Dan Jiang , Shuyan Liu

{"title":"Identification and molecular mechanisms of novel wound healing potential peptides from eggshell membrane hydrolysates assisted by an integrated in silico and in vitro approach","authors":"Yanan Gao , Na Zhang , Yi Li , Rong Zhang , Min Gao , Ya Zhang , Dan Jiang , Shuyan Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.jff.2025.107099","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jff.2025.107099","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The aim of this study was to demonstrate the wound-healing activity of novel peptides derived from the eggshell membranes (ESM) of fresh chicken eggs and to explore the underlying mechanisms using integrated <em>in silico</em> and <em>in vitro</em> approaches. The ESM hydrolysates prepared by papain (PapH) exhibited the highest antioxidant and wound-healing activity. Three novel peptides, KDFPCPM (P1), DKDGPFRLC (P2), and LVEKGDVAF (P3), were identified from PapH <em>via</em> peptidomics and subsequently synthesized. These synthetic peptides also displayed excellent antioxidant and wounding-healing effects, with P1 surpassed the other peptides. Molecular docking results indicated that P1 could form stable bonds with Keap1, a key antioxidant target identified through proteomics. Furthermore, <em>in vitro</em> experiments utilizing the Nrf2 inhibitor ML385 revealed that P1 from ESM promotes cell migration by activating the Keap1-mediated Nrf2/HO-1 signaling pathway, thereby enhancing the cellular antioxidant defense system. Collectively, these findings provided new insights for the high-value utilization of discarded ESM.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":360,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Foods","volume":"135 ","pages":"Article 107099"},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145569121","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Matcha mitigates metabolic and inflammatory disturbances induced by high-fat-sucrose diets in rats 抹茶减轻大鼠高脂肪蔗糖饮食引起的代谢和炎症紊乱

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Journal of Functional Foods Pub Date : 2025-12-01 Epub Date: 2025-11-22 DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2025.107112

Nourhan M. Abd El-Aziz , Marwa R. Elbakatoshy , Ebtehal A. Farrage , Oscar Zannou , Reza Tahergorabi , Ayman M. Khalifah , Majid Aminzare , Mohamed G. Shehata

{"title":"Matcha mitigates metabolic and inflammatory disturbances induced by high-fat-sucrose diets in rats","authors":"Nourhan M. Abd El-Aziz , Marwa R. Elbakatoshy , Ebtehal A. Farrage , Oscar Zannou , Reza Tahergorabi , Ayman M. Khalifah , Majid Aminzare , Mohamed G. Shehata","doi":"10.1016/j.jff.2025.107112","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jff.2025.107112","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study investigated the protective effects of Matcha extract against metabolic and organ issues caused by high-fat and high-sugar diets (HFSD) in rats. Matcha showed strong antioxidant activity, with phenolic and flavonoid contents measuring 238.25 mg/g and 60.81 mg/g, respectively. Rats fed on the HFSD gained more weight and had elevated levels of total cholesterol, LDL, triglycerides, and markers for liver and kidney stress, like ALT, AST, and creatinine. Matcha supplementation normalized the weight, cholesterol, LDL, ALT and creatinine. Antioxidant enzymes such as liver SOD were restored, and harmful substances like TBARS and NO were significantly decreased. Gene analysis revealed that beneficial genes were upregulated, while inflammatory markers were downregulated. Tissue analysis showed that Matcha helped protect liver and kidney structures from HFSD damage, reducing inflammation and cellular harm. Overall, the results highlight Matcha's promise as a dietary supplement for combating the metabolic and inflammatory effects of high-fat, high-sugar diets.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":360,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Foods","volume":"135 ","pages":"Article 107112"},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145569126","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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The endemic Greek wines Χinomavro, Agiorgitiko, Αssyrtiko, and Malagouzia exert beneficial effects on human cells by upregulating the antioxidant defense mechanisms 希腊特有的葡萄酒Χinomavro、agorgitiko、Αssyrtiko和Malagouzia通过上调抗氧化防御机制对人体细胞产生有益的影响

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Journal of Functional Foods Pub Date : 2025-12-01 Epub Date: 2025-11-03 DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2025.107088

Fotios Tekos , Periklis Vardakas , Zoi Skaperda , Paraskevi-Maria Nechalioti , Κorina Atsopardi , Kyriaki Xiftou , Anastasia Patouna , Maria Gkasdrogka , Aristidis S. Veskoukis , Antonis Giakountis , Konstantinos Poulas , Demetrios Kouretas

{"title":"The endemic Greek wines Χinomavro, Agiorgitiko, Αssyrtiko, and Malagouzia exert beneficial effects on human cells by upregulating the antioxidant defense mechanisms","authors":"Fotios Tekos , Periklis Vardakas , Zoi Skaperda , Paraskevi-Maria Nechalioti , Κorina Atsopardi , Kyriaki Xiftou , Anastasia Patouna , Maria Gkasdrogka , Aristidis S. Veskoukis , Antonis Giakountis , Konstantinos Poulas , Demetrios Kouretas","doi":"10.1016/j.jff.2025.107088","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jff.2025.107088","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The aim of this study was to evaluate the redox-related effects of extracts from four emblematic Greek wines – Xinomavro, Agiorgitiko, Assyrtiko, and Malagouzia. Their impact on cell viability and redox homeostasis was examined in HepG2, EA.hy926, and MKN45 cells. All extracts showed similar cytotoxic thresholds in EA.hy926 and MKN45 cells, while in HepG2 cells Xinomavro and Agiorgitiko wine extracts displayed lower thresholds than Assyrtiko and Malagouzia. Regarding redox modulation, Agiorgitiko enhanced antioxidant defenses in all cell lines and reduced lipid peroxidation in MKN45 cells. Xinomavro increased cellular antioxidant arsenal and mitigated lipid and protein oxidation. Assyrtiko and Malagouzia predominantly attenuated oxidative damage across all cell lines, with Assyrtiko further elevating antioxidant activity in EA.hy926 and MKN45 cells. Agiorgitiko and Malagouzia downregulated Nrf2 gene expression in EA.hy926 cells. Overall, these findings suggest that Greek wine extracts can beneficially modulate redox balance and represent promising sources of bioactive antioxidant compounds.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":360,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Foods","volume":"135 ","pages":"Article 107088"},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145464264","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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