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Seaweed Protein Hydrolyzates: A Valuable Source of Short- and Medium-Chain Peptides with Multifunctional Properties

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Scientists found that an invasive seaweed species can be converted into health-promoting peptides (small protein fragments) that may help control blood pressure and blood sugar levels. The study identified hundreds of these peptides and tested their effectiveness against enzymes involved in hypertension and diabetes. The peptides showed promise as natural ingredients for functional foods designed to prevent metabolic diseases while also addressing the environmental problem of harmful seaweed blooms.

Targeting Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Pathophysiology with Flavonoids: From Adipokine–Cytokine Crosstalk to Insulin Resistance and Reproductive Dysfunctions

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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder affecting millions of women that causes irregular periods, infertility, and metabolic problems. Flavonoids are beneficial plant compounds found in fruits, vegetables, and tea that show promise in treating PCOS by improving insulin sensitivity, reducing inflammation, and balancing hormones. While current medications have limited benefits and side effects, flavonoid supplements could offer a safer, natural way to address multiple PCOS problems simultaneously. However, more large-scale clinical studies are needed to confirm their effectiveness and establish optimal dosing.

Modulation of gut microbiome in response to the combination of Escherichia coli Nissle 1917 and sugars: a pilot study using host-free system reflecting impact on interpersonal microbiome

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This study examined how a beneficial bacteria called Escherichia coli Nissle 1917 combined with different types of sugar affects gut bacteria. Researchers found that the effectiveness of these treatments depends heavily on each person’s unique starting microbiota composition, which is shaped by their diet, lifestyle, and health status. The results show that one-size-fits-all probiotic treatments don’t work equally for everyone, and doctors should personalize treatments based on an individual’s existing gut bacteria profile.

Unveiling roles of beneficial gut bacteria and optimal diets for health

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Your gut bacteria are tiny living organisms that help digest food, support your immune system, and influence your overall health. Eating foods rich in fiber, fermented products like yogurt and kimchi, and colorful fruits and vegetables helps grow these beneficial bacteria. When your gut bacteria become unbalanced, it can lead to inflammation and various diseases, but eating the right foods can restore balance and improve your health.

From Structure to Function: How Prebiotic Diversity Shapes Gut Integrity and Immune Balance

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This comprehensive review explains how prebiotics—special dietary fibers that feed beneficial gut bacteria—help maintain a healthy digestive system and strong immune response. By nourishing good bacteria and directly strengthening the intestinal barrier, prebiotics can reduce harmful inflammation and potentially lower cancer risk. Different types of prebiotics like inulin and resistant starch work through both bacterial fermentation and direct immune cell interaction, making them promising tools for preventing various diseases.

How Do Cyclodextrins and Dextrans Affect the Gut Microbiome? Review of Prebiotic Activity

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Cyclodextrins and dextrans are substances commonly used in medicines that may have unexpected health benefits for your gut bacteria. Research shows these compounds can help beneficial bacteria like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium grow better in your digestive system. When these good bacteria ferment these substances, they produce helpful compounds called short-chain fatty acids that improve overall gut health and may help with conditions like obesity and inflammation.

Effect of Nutraceutical Supplementation and Mediterranean Hypocaloric Diet on Calculated Steatosis Indices and Inflammation: Clinical and In Vitro Evidences

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This research shows that taking a specialized supplement containing natural plant compounds along with eating a Mediterranean diet can significantly help people with fatty liver disease. The supplement works by reducing harmful stress molecules in liver cells and calming down inflammation. After three months of treatment, patients showed improved liver health markers, better cholesterol levels, and improved blood sugar control. The study demonstrates that combining diet and targeted supplements is more effective than diet changes alone.

A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial on the Effect of a Dietary Supplement Containing Dry Artichoke and Bergamot Extracts on Metabolic and Vascular Risk Factors in Individuals with Suboptimal Cholesterol Levels

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Researchers tested a daily pill combining dried extracts from artichoke and bergamot plants to see if it could improve cholesterol levels and heart health in people with elevated cholesterol. After 12 weeks, people taking the supplement showed significant improvements in cholesterol levels, triglycerides, inflammation markers, and blood vessel function compared to those taking a placebo. The supplement was safe and well-tolerated, with minimal side effects, suggesting it could be a useful natural approach for managing cholesterol and related cardiovascular risk factors.

Clinical Implementation of Sustainable Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals in Metabolic Health: A Feasibility Study

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Researchers tested a combination of special foods and supplements made from Mediterranean plants like tomatoes, pomegranates, and hazelnuts to see if they could help people with metabolic health problems. Over 4 weeks, older adults who consumed these foods daily showed improvements in muscle, bone quality, and liver health. The products tasted good and people stuck with them easily, suggesting this approach could be a practical way to improve health through diet.

Gut-Brain Axis in Obesity: How Dietary Patterns Influence Psychological Well-Being and Metabolic Health

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This review explains how our diet affects both our gut bacteria and our mental health through the gut-brain axis, a communication system between our digestive system and brain. Mediterranean diets rich in fiber and healthy foods support beneficial bacteria and mental well-being, while Western diets high in processed foods harm gut health and increase obesity risk. Emotional eating driven by stress and depression worsens obesity, but targeted dietary interventions with prebiotics, probiotics, and fiber can help restore balance and improve both physical and mental health.

Disease: metabolic syndrome