In this study,a novel polysaccharide GPA-G 2-H was derived from ginseng.Furthermore,the coherent study of its structural characteristics,fermented characteristics in vitro,as well as antioxidant mechanism of fermented...In this study,a novel polysaccharide GPA-G 2-H was derived from ginseng.Furthermore,the coherent study of its structural characteristics,fermented characteristics in vitro,as well as antioxidant mechanism of fermented product FGPA-G 2-H on Aβ25-35-induced PC 12 cells were explored.The structure of GPA-G 2-H was determined by means of zeta potential analysis,FTIR,HPLC,XRD,GC-MS and NMR.The backbone of GPA-G 2-H was mainly composed of→4)-α-D-Glcp-(1→with branches substituted at O-3.Notably,GPA-G 2-H was degraded by intestinal microbiota in vitro with total sugar content and pH value decreasing,and short-chain fatty acids(SCFAs)increasing.Moreover,GPA-G 2-H significantly promoted the proliferation of Lactobacillus,Muribaculaceae and Weissella,thereby making positive alterations in intestinal microbiota composition.Additionally,FGPA-G 2-H activated the Nrf 2/HO-1 signaling pathway,enhanced HO-1,NQO 1,SOD and GSH-Px,while inhabited Keap 1,MDA and LDH,which alleviated Aβ-induced oxidative stress in PC 12 cells.These provide a solid theoretical basis for the further development of ginseng polysaccharides as functional food and antioxidant drugs.展开更多
AIM:To identify key genes and inflammatory signaling pathways involved in the anti-inflammatory effects of Hedysarum polybotrys polysaccharide(HPS)in a rat model of endotoxin-induced uveitis(EIU).METHODS:EIU was induc...AIM:To identify key genes and inflammatory signaling pathways involved in the anti-inflammatory effects of Hedysarum polybotrys polysaccharide(HPS)in a rat model of endotoxin-induced uveitis(EIU).METHODS:EIU was induced in Wistar rats through subcutaneous injection of lipopolysaccharide(LPS,200μg)and the rats were then randomly assigned to EIU group(n=5)and the HPS intervention group(n=5).HPS(400 mg/kg,intraperitoneally)or its carrier was administered 24h and 1h prior to EIU induction.Eyes were examined and enucleated 24h post-induction,and total RNA was extracted from the iris-ciliary body.Gene expression microarrays were used to identify differentially expressed genes(DEGs),followed by bioinformatics analyses,including gene ontology(GO)and pathway analysis.Key findings were not experimentally validated at the mRNA or protein level.RESULTS:A total of 322 DEGs were identified,comprising 254 mRNA and 68 lncRNA genes.GO analysis revealed significant functional categories,including response to LPS.Pathway analysis identified key signaling pathways involved in uveitis,such as cytokine-cytokine receptor interactions.Notably,16 mRNA and 7 lncRNA DEGs emerged as central nodes in the gene correlation network.CONCLUSION:HPS exerts its anti-inflammatory effects through coordinated signaling pathways,offering insights into potential therapeutic targets for managing uveitis.展开更多
The purpose of this study was to investigate the hypoglycemic effect and mechanism of D endrobium officinale polysaccharide(DOP)on type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)mice established by high-fat diet and streptozotocin.The...The purpose of this study was to investigate the hypoglycemic effect and mechanism of D endrobium officinale polysaccharide(DOP)on type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)mice established by high-fat diet and streptozotocin.The results showed that DOP improved glycolipid metabolism and serum inflammation levels,and inhibited intestinal-derived lipopolysaccharide(LPS)translocation,suggesting that inhibiting LPS-mediated intestinal barrier damage may be a key target for DOP to alleviate T2DM.Interestingly,the study found that DOP reduced intestinal inflammation and oxidative stress levels,significantly up-regulated the mRNA expression of tight junction proteins Claudin-1,Occludin and zonula occluden-1(ZO-1),and ameliorated intestinal epithelial damage.In addition,DOP strongly inhibited the intestinal pathogenic bacteria and LPS-producing bacteria Helicobacter,Enterococcus and Desulfovibrio with a reduction rate of 95%,73% and 9%,respectively,and promoted the proliferation of anti-inflammatory bacteria Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus by 139% and 8%,respectively.Taken together,the hypoglycemic effect of DOP was related to the protection of intestinal mucosal barrier,and its underlying mechanism lied in its excellent anti-inflammatory and gut microbiotamodulatory effects,providing a theoretical basis for developing DOP as a novel prebiotic in functional food for diabetes.展开更多
[Objectives]To apply the novel induction heating(IH)technology for the extraction of Ophiopogon japonicus polysaccharide(OJPS),fully utilize the advantages of IH technology to improve the extraction yield of OJPS,and ...[Objectives]To apply the novel induction heating(IH)technology for the extraction of Ophiopogon japonicus polysaccharide(OJPS),fully utilize the advantages of IH technology to improve the extraction yield of OJPS,and compare it with traditional Chinese medicine polysaccharide extraction methods.[Methods]Using the polysaccharide extraction yield as the evaluation index,the IH extraction process for OJPS was optimized through an L_(9)(3^(4))orthogonal test,and systematic methodological validation was conducted.Finally,the process parameters and procedure for extracting OJPS using IH technology were optimized.[Results]The optimal extraction process was as follows:solid-liquid ratio of 1:55,extraction time of 75 min,and alcohol precipitation ratio of 1:4.The methodological investigation showed that OJPS had a good linear relationship in the range of 20-140μg/mL,with R^(2)=0.9993.The average recovery rate was 99.94%(RSD=1.32%).The RSD s for precision,repeatability,and stability were all less than 2%,indicating that the measurement method for OJPS extraction yield was excellent.The extraction yields of OJPS by reflux extraction,ultrasonic extraction,and IH extraction were 26.67%,40.70%,and 51.74%,respectively.[Conclusions]The novel IH extraction technology is stable and reliable,has a significant impact on the extraction yield of OJPS,and also improves the conversion rate of OJPS.It is expected to become an emerging technology and research direction for the extraction of Chinese medicine polysaccharides.展开更多
240 14-day-old healthy and non-immune Roman chicken were randomly divided into 8 groups, including blank control group （BC group）, immune control group （IC group）, and immunity groups of each Chinese medicine. On ...240 14-day-old healthy and non-immune Roman chicken were randomly divided into 8 groups, including blank control group （BC group）, immune control group （IC group）, and immunity groups of each Chinese medicine. On the day of the first immunity, 3 d before the second immunity, the day of the second immunity and 3 d after the second immunity, high-dose concentration and low-dose concen- tration of Astragalus polysaccharide （ASP）, Epimedium polysaccharide （EPP） and Isatis roots polysaccharide （IRPS） were used for the immunity groups of each Chi- nese medicine using the gavage, and 0.5 ml for each chick, and the equivalent normal saline was used for the blank control group and vaccine control group. On the 7^th, 14^th, 21^st and 28^th day after the first immunity, 10 chicken of each group were randomly got and weighed, and the antibody titer and the changes of the pro- liferation of T lymphocyte were measured. The results showed that 3 kinds of Chi- nese medicine polysaccharides all can increase the weight of chicken, improve HI antibody titer of Newcastle disease, and promote the proliferation of peripheral T lymphocyte, in which the effect of IRPS at low dosage is the best.展开更多
The therapeutic efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine has been widely acknowledged due to its extensive history of clinical effectiveness.However,the precise active components underlying each prescription remain in...The therapeutic efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine has been widely acknowledged due to its extensive history of clinical effectiveness.However,the precise active components underlying each prescription remain incompletely understood.Polysaccharides,as a major constituent of water decoctions—the most common preparation method for Chinese medicinals—may provide a crucial avenue for deepening our understanding of the efficacy principles of Chinese medicine and establishing a framework for its modern development.The structural complexity and diversity of Chinese herbal polysaccharides present significant challenges in their separation and analysis compared to small molecules.This paper aims to explore the potential of Chinese herbal polysaccharides efficiently by briefly summarizing recent advancements in polysaccharide chemical research,focusing on methods of acquisition,structure elucidation,and quality control.展开更多
The aim of this study is to observe the therapeutic effect of Inonotus Obliquus Polysaccharide(IOP)on chronic nonbacterial prostatitis(CNP)and its effect on the helper T cells(Th17)and regulatory T cells(Treg)immune i...The aim of this study is to observe the therapeutic effect of Inonotus Obliquus Polysaccharide(IOP)on chronic nonbacterial prostatitis(CNP)and its effect on the helper T cells(Th17)and regulatory T cells(Treg)immune imbalance.The CNP rat models established by injecting Xiaozhiling injection were randomly divided into the model group,cernilton(40 mg/kg,i.g.)group and low-dose(35 mg/kg,i.g.),medium-dose(70 mg/kg,i.g.)and high-dose(140 mg/kg,i.g.)groups,with the same volume of saline injected into the same site as the control group.The prostate’s wet weight and body mass served as the basis for calculating the prostate index.The serum level of prostate-specific antigen(PSA)was detected by ELISA and the histopathology of prostate tissue was detected by HE staining.The protein expression of Foxp3,ROR-γt and STAT3 in rat prostatic tissue was determined by Western blot.The levels of Th17 and Treg cells infiltrated into the spleen were measured by flow cytometry.The results showed that treatment with IOP significantly reduced the levels of prostate index and serum PSA,and attenuated the pathological injury of the prostate tissue induced by CNP.With respect to samples induced by CNP alone,IOP treatment repressed the increased mRNA levels of IL-6,IL-17,IL-21,IL-23,ROR-γt and STAT3 in prostate tissue,while increasing the mRNA levels of IL-10,TGF-βand Foxp3 in prostate tissue.Meanwhile,IOP treatment attenuated the upregulation of the protein expression levels of ROR-γt and STAT3 in prostate tissue.Additionally,the protein expression of Foxp3 in prostate tissue was increased in the IOP-treated group.Flow cytometry analysis further demonstrated that IOP treatment regulated the balance between Th17 and Treg cells in the spleen in rat with CNP.Our study is the first to elucidate that IOP has significant therapeutic effects on CNP through regulation of Th17/Treg balance.Collectively,the study provides evidence for the potential of IOP to treat CNP.展开更多
AIM:To explore the effect and mechanism of Lycium barbarum polysaccharide(LBP)inhibiting retinal neovascularization.METHODS:In vitro tests were performed on human retinal microvascular endothelial cells(HRECs)from thr...AIM:To explore the effect and mechanism of Lycium barbarum polysaccharide(LBP)inhibiting retinal neovascularization.METHODS:In vitro tests were performed on human retinal microvascular endothelial cells(HRECs)from three groups,including control group(normal oxygen),hypoxic group(hypoxia at 37℃,1%O_(2),5%CO_(2),and 94%N_(2)),and LBP group(hypoxic group with LBP 100μg/mL).In vivo experiments,C57 mice were divided into three groups:control group(normal rearing group),the oxygen-induced ischemic retinopathy(OIR)group,and the OIR with 50 mg/kg LBP group.Retinal neovascularization was observed by fluorescein angiography and quantified.Retinal thickness was evaluated by Hematoxylin and eosin(HE)stain.The expression of epidermal growth factor receptor(EGFR),phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase(PI3K),mammalian target of rapamycin(mTOR),phosphorylated mammalian target of rapamycin(p-mTOR),protein kinase B(AKT),phosphorylated protein kinase B(p-AKT),interleukin-1β(IL-1β),inducible nitric oxide synthase(iNOS),and tumor necrosis factor-α(TNF-α)in each group were analyzed by Western blot.IL-1βlevel in retina was analyzed using immunohistochemical staining.RESULTS:The increased area of neovascular clusters in OIR mice was significantly decreased by LBP.Retinal thickness of OIR mice was significantly thinner compared with normal oxygenated mice and was increased in LBP group.Compared with those in the hypoxic groups,Western blotting of HRECs and retinal tissues revealed that the expression of EGFR,PI3K,p-mTOR,p-AKT,IL-1β,iNOS,and TNF-αdecreased in the LBP group but was still greater than that in control group.Moreover,IL-1βwas reduced in retinal sections treated with LBP.In the scratch test,the cell migration of the hypoxic group was significantly greater than that of the control group,while LBP treatment attenuated this increase in migration.CONCLUSION:LBP reduces retinal neovascularization and inflammation in vivo and inhibits the migration of HRECs in vitro by regulating the EGFR/PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway.展开更多
Background:Cisplatin(DDP)has been used in the treatment of various human cancers.However,DDP alone lacks efficacy in treating triple-negative breast cancer(TNBC),and its clinical application is often hampered by side ...Background:Cisplatin(DDP)has been used in the treatment of various human cancers.However,DDP alone lacks efficacy in treating triple-negative breast cancer(TNBC),and its clinical application is often hampered by side effects.Astragalus polysaccharide(APS)is one of the active components extracted from Astragalus membranaceus and has gained attention for its various biological properties.This research is aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a combination of APS and DDP on TNBC and explore the potential mechanisms.Methods:The efficacy and mechanisms of single or combined treatment were evaluated using Cell Counting Kit-8(CCK8)assay,Annexin V-fluorescein isothiocyanate(FITC)/propidium iodide(PI)staining,wound healing assay,trans-well invasion/migration assay,hematoxylin-eosin(HE)staining,immunohistochemical(IHC)staining,Western Blot(WB)analysis,and fluorescence-activated cell sorting(FACS).An orthotopic model of TNBC was used to assess the in vivo treatment efficacy of single or combination treatment.Results:APS significantly enhanced the anti-proliferative,anti-migratory,and anti-invasive effects of DDP on TNBC cells.The combination of APS and DDP downregulated anti-apoptotic genes(Bcl2 and Bcl-xL)while upregulating pro-apoptotic genes(Puma,Cle-Caspase3,Cle-PARP),leading to enhanced apoptosis.This combination treatment increased E-cadherin levels,decreased Vimentin,Snail,Slug,and Twist levels,and effectively suppressed epithelial-mesenchymal transition(EMT)-associated cell invasion.In the orthotopic model of TNBC,a synergistic reduction in tumor growth was observed in mice treated with APS and DDP.Additionally,the combination of APS and DDP induced the infiltration of CD8+T lymphocytes into the tumor immune microenvironment.Conclusion:The combination of APS and DDP exhibits more potent tumor inhibition and anti-tumor immunity than either agent alone,representing a novel approach to enhance therapeutic efficacy without increasing the side effects of DDP.展开更多
In order to study the effects of Saussurea laniceps polysaccharides(SLPs)on the expression of inflammatory factors and antimicrobial peptide LL-37 in UVB-induced keratinocytes,SLPs were extracted by the ethanol therma...In order to study the effects of Saussurea laniceps polysaccharides(SLPs)on the expression of inflammatory factors and antimicrobial peptide LL-37 in UVB-induced keratinocytes,SLPs were extracted by the ethanol thermal reflux method,and SLPs at different concentrations were used to examine the inhibitory effect of COX-2(a key mediator of inflammatory pathway).A cell model of UVB irradiation-induced inflammation was established to determine the influence of SLPs on prostaglandin E2(PGE-2),TNF-αand IL-1βinflammatory factors,as well as the relationships of SLPs with LL-37 expression.An enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA)and western blot analysis were used to detect the production of inflammatory factors and LL-37 antimicrobial peptide.The results showed that the inhibition rate of COX-2 was 82.41%at 1000μg/mL,and the expression of PGE-2,TNF-αand IL-1βinflammatory factors in HaCaT cells was significantly downregulated at 100μg/mL(P<0.01).In addition,SLPs at 50μg/mL and 100μg/mL concentrations enhanced the expression of LL-37 antimicrobial peptide(P<0.01),thereby down-regulating the expression of TNF-αand IL-1βinflammatory factors,then reducing skin inflammation.Conclusion:SLP can significantly inhibit the inflammatory response induced by UVB,and can further slow down the damage caused by inflammation to the skin by regulating LL-37 antimicrobial peptides,which has the potential to prevent skin inflammatory damage caused by UVB irradiation.展开更多
[Objective] The research aimed at optimizing protein removal method and condition of polysaccharide extracts from Phellinus Linteus and comparing the effects of two methods on protein removal.[Method] Free proteins in...[Objective] The research aimed at optimizing protein removal method and condition of polysaccharide extracts from Phellinus Linteus and comparing the effects of two methods on protein removal.[Method] Free proteins in polysaccharide from Phellinus Linteus were removed using Sevag method and TCA method.[Result] The TCA method was better than Sevag method,and the optimum protein removal condition was treated with 5% TCA for 30 min and for three times,under that condition,the protein removal rate attained 82% while the polysaccharide loss rate was only 10.8%.[Conclusion] The TCA method was a better way to remove proteins of polysaccharide from Phellinus Linteus.展开更多
[Objective] This study aimed to optimize the extraction process parameters of Pu-erh tea polysaccharide. [Method] Single-factor experiment was carried out to analyze the influences of three main factors, including ext...[Objective] This study aimed to optimize the extraction process parameters of Pu-erh tea polysaccharide. [Method] Single-factor experiment was carried out to analyze the influences of three main factors, including extraction temperature, ex- traction duration and solid-liquid ratio, on the extraction yield of tea polysaccharide. Box-Behnken central composite design and response surface methodology were adopted to determine the optimal extraction process of Pu-erh tea polysaccharide. [Result] The results of response surface analysis showed that the optimal extraction process was solid-liquid ratio of 1：17, extraction temperature of 80 ℃ and extraction duration of 78.5 min, and the Pu-erh tea polysaccharide yield was 12.72%. [Conclu- sion] Using response surface methodology （RSM） is feasible for the optimization of Pu-erh tea polysaccharide extraction process, and the tea polysaccharide yield increased significantly.展开更多
Polysaccharides,a class of complex macromolecules,are distinguished by their diverse biological functions and essential role in functional foods.The distinctive biological activities of polysaccharides from medicine a...Polysaccharides,a class of complex macromolecules,are distinguished by their diverse biological functions and essential role in functional foods.The distinctive biological activities of polysaccharides from medicine and food homology materials(MFPs),including immunomodulation,carbohydrate metabolism regulation,and lipid metabolism regulation properties,have attracted considerable scientific attention.The relationship between polysaccharides and gut microbiota is fundamental to human health,as polysaccharides demonstrate efficacy in ameliorating various conditions—from inflammatory bowel disease(IBD)to obesity and diabetes—through their influence on intestinal flora composition and diversity.Although polysaccharide research and applications show promise,significant challenges persist,particularly regarding extraction and purification methodologies,and the complete understanding of their biological mechanisms.Future investigations should prioritize understanding the correlation between polysaccharide structure and function,advancing large-scale production and application technologies,and establishing productive interdisciplinary collaborations.MFPs demonstrate significant potential for advancing sustainable development and human health,building upon current research findings.This paper presents a comprehensive review of global developments in the extraction,purification,structural characterization,biological activities,and applications of MFPs,emphasizing opportunities for scientific and technological innovations in specialized dietary food development.展开更多
Intestinal oxidation-reduction balance is essential to protect host health.Research on the underlying mechanisms of oxidation homeostasis can provide conditions to the treatment or protection of intestinal oxidative s...Intestinal oxidation-reduction balance is essential to protect host health.Research on the underlying mechanisms of oxidation homeostasis can provide conditions to the treatment or protection of intestinal oxidative stress.Therefore,the mechanism of polysaccharide(MBP)with alkali-extracted from mung bean skin in alleviating oxidative damage induced by H_(2)O_(2)-induced in intestinal epithelial cells(IEC)-6 cells was explored.Results indicated that MBP effectively mitigated the H_(2)O_(2)-induced decrease in IEC-6 cell viability,restored superoxide dismutase(SOD)activity,lowered malondialdehyde(MDA)content,and decreased reactive oxygen species(ROS)level.Western blotting showed that MBP may mitigate oxidative damage through NF-κB,MAPK and Nrf2 signaling pathway,and RNA sequencing(RNA-seq)analysis confirmed that MBP can protect cells by regulating MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathways.Moreover,the results of the inhibitor experiment also support the above hypothesis.These results verified that MBP has the capacity to mitigate oxidative damage induced by H_(2)O_(2)in IEC-6 cells through MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathway.The study showed that MBP can assist preventing intestinal diseases relating to oxidative stress,which could facilitate the development of functional foods.展开更多
The gut pathogen Enterocloster bolteae(E.bolteae)has been associated with autism spectrum disorder(ASD).The development of an E.bolteae vaccine to prevent gastrointestinal diseases,might be beneficial for understandin...The gut pathogen Enterocloster bolteae(E.bolteae)has been associated with autism spectrum disorder(ASD).The development of an E.bolteae vaccine to prevent gastrointestinal diseases,might be beneficial for understanding and treating ASD.Capsular polysaccharide(CPS)is a major virulence factor for E.bolteae.Based on an antigenicity evaluation of oligosaccharides associated with E.bolteae CPS and a structural revision of this carbohydrate antigen,two series of glycans including the D-Manp-D-Rhap type oligosaccharides 13-18 and the D-Ribp-D-Rhap type disaccharides 19-23 related to E.bolteae WAL-16351 CPS were prepared.The hydrogen-bond mediated glycosylation and conformational locking strategy facilitated the constructions of two 1,2-cis-β-glycosidic linkages.Glycan microarray analysis revealed that oligosaccharides 4,5,and 19 are recognized by antibodies in the anti-E.bolteae sera.The sera IgG antibodies induced by glycoconjugate 19-CRM197 recognize the CPS and bacteria specifically,whereas the IgG antibodies induced respectively by glycoconjugates 4-CRM197 and 5-CRM197 showed almost no binding to the CPS and bacteria.These results indicated that disaccharide 19 is a potential candidate for the development of E.bolteae vaccines.展开更多
The prevalence of ulcerative colitis(UC)is increasing annually,while current non-targeted drugs for UC have limited effectiveness,easily relapsed,and serious side effects.Herein,curcumin(Cur)-loaded nanoparticle with ...The prevalence of ulcerative colitis(UC)is increasing annually,while current non-targeted drugs for UC have limited effectiveness,easily relapsed,and serious side effects.Herein,curcumin(Cur)-loaded nanoparticle with conlon-targeted property based on Mesona chinensis polysaccharides(MCP)was developed for the synergistic and targeted improvement of UC.Results show that MCP-zein nanoparticles(ZmNPs)have good encapsulation of Cur,targeted delivery of Cur to the colon,and prolonged its retention time.In vivo safety assessments have shown that ZmNPs have good safety and biocompatibility.As expected,Cur-ZmNPs effectively alleviated the symptoms of Dextran sulfate sodium(DSS)-induced UC by decreasing colonic inflammation by inhibiting the TLR4/MAPK pathway,regulating the levels of oxidative stress and immune homeostasis of UC mice.Oral administration of Cur-ZmNPs can reduce apoptosis of intestinal epithelial cells,alleviate colonic mucosal damage and repair intestinal barrier function.Cur-ZmNPs also had a positive effect on improving gut microbiota disorders and promoting the production of SCFAs.This study provides a novel strategy for synergistic alleviation of UC by MCP-based NPs loaded with food bioactives.展开更多
Objective:Grifola frondosa,a medicinal mushroom,is widely used to enhance immunity and treat cancer.Polysaccharides are its primary active components.We aimed to investigate the effects of the alkaloid G.frondosa poly...Objective:Grifola frondosa,a medicinal mushroom,is widely used to enhance immunity and treat cancer.Polysaccharides are its primary active components.We aimed to investigate the effects of the alkaloid G.frondosa polysaccharide(GFP)extract on immunity and gut microbiota.Methods:Alkaloid GFP was extracted using an alkaline extraction method,followed by hollow-fiber microfiltration.The molecular weight of alkaloid GFP was determined by high-performance gel permeation chromatography(HPGPC).Monosaccharide composition was analyzed by pre-column derivatization combined with high-performance liquid chromatography(HPLC).Methylation analysis was performed to characterize glycosidic linkages in alkaloid GFP.The immune function of alkaloid GFP was assessed in a cyclophosphamide(CTX)-induced immunosuppressive mouse model.Splenic lymphocyte proliferation,macrophage phagocytic capacity,and natural killer(NK)cell cytotoxicity were evaluated.The effect of alkaloid GFP on gut microbiota was assessed by 16S rRNA sequencing.Results:The molecular weight distribution of alkaloid GFP ranged from 17 to 18 kDa.The alkaloid GFP contained aβ-(1→6)-glucan backbone branched at O-3 byβ-1,3-D-Glcp.Oral administration of alkaloid GFP mitigated the effects of CTX on spleen index,splenic lymphocyte proliferation,and peritoneal macrophage phagocytosis.Additionally,alkaloid GFP improved the gut microbiota composition of immunosuppressed mice,increasing the relative abundances of Ligilactobacillus and Lactobacillus.Conclusions:Alkaloid GFP demonstrated immune-enhancing effects and gut microbiota regulatory activity,providing a basis for developing related health food ingredients.展开更多
Edible mushroom polysaccharides demonstrate a range of bioactivities and have been investigated as potential adjuvant therapies for cancer treatment.Our prior research found Lactariks hatsudake Tanaka polysaccharide(L...Edible mushroom polysaccharides demonstrate a range of bioactivities and have been investigated as potential adjuvant therapies for cancer treatment.Our prior research found Lactariks hatsudake Tanaka polysaccharide(LHP)effective against hepatocellular carcinoma,but the mechanisms remain unclear.This study aims to clarify the anti-cancer molecular mechanisms by examining the effects on specific signaling pathways through in vivo and in vitro analyses.Animal studies showed that LHP significantly inhibited the growth of transplanted liver cancer without toxicity.Histological and immunohistochemical analyses revealed that LHP increased nuclear cohesion in tumor cells and altered the expression of key regulatory proteins such as protein kinase B(Akt),nuclear factorκB(NFκB),caspase-3,p21,and p53.These findings suggest that LHP’s anticancer effects involve promoting apoptosis and disrupting the cell cycle.At the cellular level,assays such as 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-5-(3-carboxymethoxyphenyl)-2-(4-sulfophenyl)-2H-tetrazolium(MTS),flow cytometry,and transwell invasion confirmed that LHP inhibited cancer cell proliferation and induced apoptosis.Polymerase chain reaction and Western blot assays revealed that LHP intervention reduced cyclin-dependent kinase 4 activity by upregulating p53 and p21,leading to cell cycle arrest and inhibited cell proliferation.LHP also promoted apoptosis by altering Bcl-2-associated X protein,B-cell lymphoma 2,and cleaved caspase-3 levels.Moreover,LHP could affect the Akt,NF-κB,and mitogen-activated protein kinase signaling pathways to exert anticancer effects.These findings underscore the potential of LHP as a novel and multifaceted therapeutic agent.Furthermore,the elucidation of LHP-related mechanisms offers a crucial theoretical foundation for developing innovative and effective treatments for hepatocellular carcinoma.Additionally,this supports its potential development as a functional food or adjuvant therapy for cancer,which holds significant implications and application prospects in both the food and medical fields.展开更多
Peach gum polysaccharide(PGP),a readily available natural polysaccharide,boasts substantial potential across diverse applications,yet its practical utility is severely limited by its vulnerability to bacterial growth ...Peach gum polysaccharide(PGP),a readily available natural polysaccharide,boasts substantial potential across diverse applications,yet its practical utility is severely limited by its vulnerability to bacterial growth and limited antioxidant activity.Herein,we introduced a simple and effective method to enhance the antibacterial and antioxidant properties of PGP by conjugating it with salicylic acid(SA).Cytotoxicity evaluation results confirmed that the resulting PGP-SA retains the excellent biocompatibility of PGP.Notably,PGP-SA demonstrates outstanding antibacterial activity against both Gram-positive(S.aureus)and Gram-negative(E.coli)bacteria,outperforming non-modified PGP.Its antibacterial mechanism is hypothesized to stem from disrupting bacterial cell membranes and proteins,targeting structures vital to microbial survival.Beyond fighting bacteria,PGP-SA also delivers robust antioxidant activity,efficiently scavenging ABTS radicals.Harnessing these dual enhancements,PGP-SA proves highly effective as a fruit preservation coating.Most impressively,it extends the post-harvest shelf life of mangoes:under identical storage conditions,PGP-SA-coatedmangoes stay fresh for seven extra days compared to uncoated fruit.With its simple synthesis process and standout performance,this work not only overcomes PGP’s key limitations but also opens new avenues for its application in food preservation and related industries.展开更多
Astragalus extract Astragalus polysaccharide(APS),a natural extract,has been demonstrated to exert inhibitory effects on the development of various tumors by modulating microRNA(miRNA).However,the precise regulatory m...Astragalus extract Astragalus polysaccharide(APS),a natural extract,has been demonstrated to exert inhibitory effects on the development of various tumors by modulating microRNA(miRNA).However,the precise regulatory mechanism of miRNA-223(miR-223)in brain glioma cells remains unclear.This study aimed to investigate the inhibitory effect of Astragalus extract APS on brain glioma cells through the miR-223/FBXW7 signaling pathway and its potential mechanism.Using the TargetScan tool,we predicted the binding between miR-223 and FBXW7 and confirmed this binding relationship through dual luciferase assay.We compared the expression of miR-223 and FBXW7 in glioma and adjacent tissues and followed up the prognosis.U87 cells were subjected to APS treatment or were transfected with small interfering RNA(siRNA)of miR-223 mimics to examine the effects of these treatments on cell proliferation,apoptosis,and FBXW7 expression.Our results demonstrated that miR-223 directly bound to FBXW7,as confirmed by dual luciferase assay.Moreover,the mRNA expression of miR-223 in glioma tissues was higher than that in paracancerous tissues,while the mRNA and protein levels of FBXW7 in glioma tissues were lower than those in paracancerous tissues.In addition,we observed a negative correlation between the expression of miR-223 and FBXW7(P<0.05).APS significantly inhibited the proliferation and invasion of U87 cells,suppressed the expression of miR-223,and promoted the expression of FBXW7(P<0.05).Transfection of miR-223 mimic into cells reversed the inhibition of miR-223 and the increase of FBXW7 induced by APS(P<0.05).Therefore,our findings suggested that APS might inhibit the proliferation and invasion of the glioma cell line U87 through the miR-223/FBXW7 signaling pathway.展开更多
基金Supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of Traditional Chinese Medicine Modernization Project,China(No.2023YFC3504000)the Science and Technology Development Project of Jilin Province,China(No.20240404043ZP)the Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Project of Changchun Science and Technology Bureau and Chinese Academy of Sciences,China(No.23SH14)。
文摘In this study,a novel polysaccharide GPA-G 2-H was derived from ginseng.Furthermore,the coherent study of its structural characteristics,fermented characteristics in vitro,as well as antioxidant mechanism of fermented product FGPA-G 2-H on Aβ25-35-induced PC 12 cells were explored.The structure of GPA-G 2-H was determined by means of zeta potential analysis,FTIR,HPLC,XRD,GC-MS and NMR.The backbone of GPA-G 2-H was mainly composed of→4)-α-D-Glcp-(1→with branches substituted at O-3.Notably,GPA-G 2-H was degraded by intestinal microbiota in vitro with total sugar content and pH value decreasing,and short-chain fatty acids(SCFAs)increasing.Moreover,GPA-G 2-H significantly promoted the proliferation of Lactobacillus,Muribaculaceae and Weissella,thereby making positive alterations in intestinal microbiota composition.Additionally,FGPA-G 2-H activated the Nrf 2/HO-1 signaling pathway,enhanced HO-1,NQO 1,SOD and GSH-Px,while inhabited Keap 1,MDA and LDH,which alleviated Aβ-induced oxidative stress in PC 12 cells.These provide a solid theoretical basis for the further development of ginseng polysaccharides as functional food and antioxidant drugs.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Fundation of China(No.82101107No.81471575).
文摘AIM:To identify key genes and inflammatory signaling pathways involved in the anti-inflammatory effects of Hedysarum polybotrys polysaccharide(HPS)in a rat model of endotoxin-induced uveitis(EIU).METHODS:EIU was induced in Wistar rats through subcutaneous injection of lipopolysaccharide(LPS,200μg)and the rats were then randomly assigned to EIU group(n=5)and the HPS intervention group(n=5).HPS(400 mg/kg,intraperitoneally)or its carrier was administered 24h and 1h prior to EIU induction.Eyes were examined and enucleated 24h post-induction,and total RNA was extracted from the iris-ciliary body.Gene expression microarrays were used to identify differentially expressed genes(DEGs),followed by bioinformatics analyses,including gene ontology(GO)and pathway analysis.Key findings were not experimentally validated at the mRNA or protein level.RESULTS:A total of 322 DEGs were identified,comprising 254 mRNA and 68 lncRNA genes.GO analysis revealed significant functional categories,including response to LPS.Pathway analysis identified key signaling pathways involved in uveitis,such as cytokine-cytokine receptor interactions.Notably,16 mRNA and 7 lncRNA DEGs emerged as central nodes in the gene correlation network.CONCLUSION:HPS exerts its anti-inflammatory effects through coordinated signaling pathways,offering insights into potential therapeutic targets for managing uveitis.
基金The Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(2022A1515010730)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32001647)+2 种基金the Science and Technology Plan Projects of Guangzhou City(202102100009)(the Guangzhou Key Laboratory for Intelligent Sensing and Quality Control of Agricultural Products)National Natural Science Foundation of China(31972022)the 111 Project(B17018)to conduct the project are gratefully acknowledged。
文摘The purpose of this study was to investigate the hypoglycemic effect and mechanism of D endrobium officinale polysaccharide(DOP)on type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)mice established by high-fat diet and streptozotocin.The results showed that DOP improved glycolipid metabolism and serum inflammation levels,and inhibited intestinal-derived lipopolysaccharide(LPS)translocation,suggesting that inhibiting LPS-mediated intestinal barrier damage may be a key target for DOP to alleviate T2DM.Interestingly,the study found that DOP reduced intestinal inflammation and oxidative stress levels,significantly up-regulated the mRNA expression of tight junction proteins Claudin-1,Occludin and zonula occluden-1(ZO-1),and ameliorated intestinal epithelial damage.In addition,DOP strongly inhibited the intestinal pathogenic bacteria and LPS-producing bacteria Helicobacter,Enterococcus and Desulfovibrio with a reduction rate of 95%,73% and 9%,respectively,and promoted the proliferation of anti-inflammatory bacteria Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus by 139% and 8%,respectively.Taken together,the hypoglycemic effect of DOP was related to the protection of intestinal mucosal barrier,and its underlying mechanism lied in its excellent anti-inflammatory and gut microbiotamodulatory effects,providing a theoretical basis for developing DOP as a novel prebiotic in functional food for diabetes.
基金Supported by General Program of Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province(20232BAB206169)Science and Technology Program of Jiangxi Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine(2024B0037)+2 种基金Science and Technology Plan of Jiangxi Provincial Health Commission(202211411)Open Fund of Key Laboratory of Modern Preparation of TCM,Ministry of Education,Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM-201909)National College Students Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program(202110412041,202410410212,202510412017).
文摘[Objectives]To apply the novel induction heating(IH)technology for the extraction of Ophiopogon japonicus polysaccharide(OJPS),fully utilize the advantages of IH technology to improve the extraction yield of OJPS,and compare it with traditional Chinese medicine polysaccharide extraction methods.[Methods]Using the polysaccharide extraction yield as the evaluation index,the IH extraction process for OJPS was optimized through an L_(9)(3^(4))orthogonal test,and systematic methodological validation was conducted.Finally,the process parameters and procedure for extracting OJPS using IH technology were optimized.[Results]The optimal extraction process was as follows:solid-liquid ratio of 1:55,extraction time of 75 min,and alcohol precipitation ratio of 1:4.The methodological investigation showed that OJPS had a good linear relationship in the range of 20-140μg/mL,with R^(2)=0.9993.The average recovery rate was 99.94%(RSD=1.32%).The RSD s for precision,repeatability,and stability were all less than 2%,indicating that the measurement method for OJPS extraction yield was excellent.The extraction yields of OJPS by reflux extraction,ultrasonic extraction,and IH extraction were 26.67%,40.70%,and 51.74%,respectively.[Conclusions]The novel IH extraction technology is stable and reliable,has a significant impact on the extraction yield of OJPS,and also improves the conversion rate of OJPS.It is expected to become an emerging technology and research direction for the extraction of Chinese medicine polysaccharides.
基金Supported by Tibet Natural Science Fund(No.ZJ2013018)"Phoenix Talent Project"of Jiangsu Agri-husbandry Vocational College~~
文摘240 14-day-old healthy and non-immune Roman chicken were randomly divided into 8 groups, including blank control group （BC group）, immune control group （IC group）, and immunity groups of each Chinese medicine. On the day of the first immunity, 3 d before the second immunity, the day of the second immunity and 3 d after the second immunity, high-dose concentration and low-dose concen- tration of Astragalus polysaccharide （ASP）, Epimedium polysaccharide （EPP） and Isatis roots polysaccharide （IRPS） were used for the immunity groups of each Chi- nese medicine using the gavage, and 0.5 ml for each chick, and the equivalent normal saline was used for the blank control group and vaccine control group. On the 7^th, 14^th, 21^st and 28^th day after the first immunity, 10 chicken of each group were randomly got and weighed, and the antibody titer and the changes of the pro- liferation of T lymphocyte were measured. The results showed that 3 kinds of Chi- nese medicine polysaccharides all can increase the weight of chicken, improve HI antibody titer of Newcastle disease, and promote the proliferation of peripheral T lymphocyte, in which the effect of IRPS at low dosage is the best.
基金supported by the Science and Technology Development Fund,Macao SAR (Nos.0075/2022/A and028/2022/ITP)the Zhuhai Science and Technology Plan Project in the Social Development Field (No.2220004000117)the University of Macao (Nos.MYRG-GRG2023-00082-ICMS-UMDF/CPG2024-00011-ICMS)。
文摘The therapeutic efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine has been widely acknowledged due to its extensive history of clinical effectiveness.However,the precise active components underlying each prescription remain incompletely understood.Polysaccharides,as a major constituent of water decoctions—the most common preparation method for Chinese medicinals—may provide a crucial avenue for deepening our understanding of the efficacy principles of Chinese medicine and establishing a framework for its modern development.The structural complexity and diversity of Chinese herbal polysaccharides present significant challenges in their separation and analysis compared to small molecules.This paper aims to explore the potential of Chinese herbal polysaccharides efficiently by briefly summarizing recent advancements in polysaccharide chemical research,focusing on methods of acquisition,structure elucidation,and quality control.
基金Shanxi Province Traditional Chinese Medicine Administration Research Project(Grant No.2022ZYYC094)Science and technology innovation project of universities in Shanxi Province(Grant No.2022L342)+1 种基金Shanxi Leader Team of Medical Science&Technology Innovations(Grant No.2020TD02)Discipline Construction Project of Chinese Medicine Chemistry(Grant No.2024XKJS-25).
文摘The aim of this study is to observe the therapeutic effect of Inonotus Obliquus Polysaccharide(IOP)on chronic nonbacterial prostatitis(CNP)and its effect on the helper T cells(Th17)and regulatory T cells(Treg)immune imbalance.The CNP rat models established by injecting Xiaozhiling injection were randomly divided into the model group,cernilton(40 mg/kg,i.g.)group and low-dose(35 mg/kg,i.g.),medium-dose(70 mg/kg,i.g.)and high-dose(140 mg/kg,i.g.)groups,with the same volume of saline injected into the same site as the control group.The prostate’s wet weight and body mass served as the basis for calculating the prostate index.The serum level of prostate-specific antigen(PSA)was detected by ELISA and the histopathology of prostate tissue was detected by HE staining.The protein expression of Foxp3,ROR-γt and STAT3 in rat prostatic tissue was determined by Western blot.The levels of Th17 and Treg cells infiltrated into the spleen were measured by flow cytometry.The results showed that treatment with IOP significantly reduced the levels of prostate index and serum PSA,and attenuated the pathological injury of the prostate tissue induced by CNP.With respect to samples induced by CNP alone,IOP treatment repressed the increased mRNA levels of IL-6,IL-17,IL-21,IL-23,ROR-γt and STAT3 in prostate tissue,while increasing the mRNA levels of IL-10,TGF-βand Foxp3 in prostate tissue.Meanwhile,IOP treatment attenuated the upregulation of the protein expression levels of ROR-γt and STAT3 in prostate tissue.Additionally,the protein expression of Foxp3 in prostate tissue was increased in the IOP-treated group.Flow cytometry analysis further demonstrated that IOP treatment regulated the balance between Th17 and Treg cells in the spleen in rat with CNP.Our study is the first to elucidate that IOP has significant therapeutic effects on CNP through regulation of Th17/Treg balance.Collectively,the study provides evidence for the potential of IOP to treat CNP.
基金Supported by the Tianjin Health Research Project(No.ZC20069No.TJWJ2022MS040)+1 种基金the Foundation of the Committee of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine(No.2021011)the Science and Technology Foundation of Tianjin Eye Hospital(No.YKYB1901).
文摘AIM:To explore the effect and mechanism of Lycium barbarum polysaccharide(LBP)inhibiting retinal neovascularization.METHODS:In vitro tests were performed on human retinal microvascular endothelial cells(HRECs)from three groups,including control group(normal oxygen),hypoxic group(hypoxia at 37℃,1%O_(2),5%CO_(2),and 94%N_(2)),and LBP group(hypoxic group with LBP 100μg/mL).In vivo experiments,C57 mice were divided into three groups:control group(normal rearing group),the oxygen-induced ischemic retinopathy(OIR)group,and the OIR with 50 mg/kg LBP group.Retinal neovascularization was observed by fluorescein angiography and quantified.Retinal thickness was evaluated by Hematoxylin and eosin(HE)stain.The expression of epidermal growth factor receptor(EGFR),phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase(PI3K),mammalian target of rapamycin(mTOR),phosphorylated mammalian target of rapamycin(p-mTOR),protein kinase B(AKT),phosphorylated protein kinase B(p-AKT),interleukin-1β(IL-1β),inducible nitric oxide synthase(iNOS),and tumor necrosis factor-α(TNF-α)in each group were analyzed by Western blot.IL-1βlevel in retina was analyzed using immunohistochemical staining.RESULTS:The increased area of neovascular clusters in OIR mice was significantly decreased by LBP.Retinal thickness of OIR mice was significantly thinner compared with normal oxygenated mice and was increased in LBP group.Compared with those in the hypoxic groups,Western blotting of HRECs and retinal tissues revealed that the expression of EGFR,PI3K,p-mTOR,p-AKT,IL-1β,iNOS,and TNF-αdecreased in the LBP group but was still greater than that in control group.Moreover,IL-1βwas reduced in retinal sections treated with LBP.In the scratch test,the cell migration of the hypoxic group was significantly greater than that of the control group,while LBP treatment attenuated this increase in migration.CONCLUSION:LBP reduces retinal neovascularization and inflammation in vivo and inhibits the migration of HRECs in vitro by regulating the EGFR/PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway.
基金the Xuzhou Science and Technology Bureau,No.KC23186,Jiangsu Provincial Key Laboratory of New Drug Research and Clinical Pharmacy Project(No.XZSYSKF2023013)Key Medical Disciplines of Jiangsu Province’s 14th Five-Year Plan(ZDXK202237).
文摘Background:Cisplatin(DDP)has been used in the treatment of various human cancers.However,DDP alone lacks efficacy in treating triple-negative breast cancer(TNBC),and its clinical application is often hampered by side effects.Astragalus polysaccharide(APS)is one of the active components extracted from Astragalus membranaceus and has gained attention for its various biological properties.This research is aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a combination of APS and DDP on TNBC and explore the potential mechanisms.Methods:The efficacy and mechanisms of single or combined treatment were evaluated using Cell Counting Kit-8(CCK8)assay,Annexin V-fluorescein isothiocyanate(FITC)/propidium iodide(PI)staining,wound healing assay,trans-well invasion/migration assay,hematoxylin-eosin(HE)staining,immunohistochemical(IHC)staining,Western Blot(WB)analysis,and fluorescence-activated cell sorting(FACS).An orthotopic model of TNBC was used to assess the in vivo treatment efficacy of single or combination treatment.Results:APS significantly enhanced the anti-proliferative,anti-migratory,and anti-invasive effects of DDP on TNBC cells.The combination of APS and DDP downregulated anti-apoptotic genes(Bcl2 and Bcl-xL)while upregulating pro-apoptotic genes(Puma,Cle-Caspase3,Cle-PARP),leading to enhanced apoptosis.This combination treatment increased E-cadherin levels,decreased Vimentin,Snail,Slug,and Twist levels,and effectively suppressed epithelial-mesenchymal transition(EMT)-associated cell invasion.In the orthotopic model of TNBC,a synergistic reduction in tumor growth was observed in mice treated with APS and DDP.Additionally,the combination of APS and DDP induced the infiltration of CD8+T lymphocytes into the tumor immune microenvironment.Conclusion:The combination of APS and DDP exhibits more potent tumor inhibition and anti-tumor immunity than either agent alone,representing a novel approach to enhance therapeutic efficacy without increasing the side effects of DDP.
文摘In order to study the effects of Saussurea laniceps polysaccharides(SLPs)on the expression of inflammatory factors and antimicrobial peptide LL-37 in UVB-induced keratinocytes,SLPs were extracted by the ethanol thermal reflux method,and SLPs at different concentrations were used to examine the inhibitory effect of COX-2(a key mediator of inflammatory pathway).A cell model of UVB irradiation-induced inflammation was established to determine the influence of SLPs on prostaglandin E2(PGE-2),TNF-αand IL-1βinflammatory factors,as well as the relationships of SLPs with LL-37 expression.An enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA)and western blot analysis were used to detect the production of inflammatory factors and LL-37 antimicrobial peptide.The results showed that the inhibition rate of COX-2 was 82.41%at 1000μg/mL,and the expression of PGE-2,TNF-αand IL-1βinflammatory factors in HaCaT cells was significantly downregulated at 100μg/mL(P<0.01).In addition,SLPs at 50μg/mL and 100μg/mL concentrations enhanced the expression of LL-37 antimicrobial peptide(P<0.01),thereby down-regulating the expression of TNF-αand IL-1βinflammatory factors,then reducing skin inflammation.Conclusion:SLP can significantly inhibit the inflammatory response induced by UVB,and can further slow down the damage caused by inflammation to the skin by regulating LL-37 antimicrobial peptides,which has the potential to prevent skin inflammatory damage caused by UVB irradiation.
基金Supported by Youth Fund Project in Sichuan Province(2008ZQ026-072)Support Science and Technology Project of Sichuan Province(2008FZ0157)~~
文摘[Objective] The research aimed at optimizing protein removal method and condition of polysaccharide extracts from Phellinus Linteus and comparing the effects of two methods on protein removal.[Method] Free proteins in polysaccharide from Phellinus Linteus were removed using Sevag method and TCA method.[Result] The TCA method was better than Sevag method,and the optimum protein removal condition was treated with 5% TCA for 30 min and for three times,under that condition,the protein removal rate attained 82% while the polysaccharide loss rate was only 10.8%.[Conclusion] The TCA method was a better way to remove proteins of polysaccharide from Phellinus Linteus.
基金Supported by National Science and Technology Support Program of China (2007BAD58B03)~~
文摘[Objective] This study aimed to optimize the extraction process parameters of Pu-erh tea polysaccharide. [Method] Single-factor experiment was carried out to analyze the influences of three main factors, including extraction temperature, ex- traction duration and solid-liquid ratio, on the extraction yield of tea polysaccharide. Box-Behnken central composite design and response surface methodology were adopted to determine the optimal extraction process of Pu-erh tea polysaccharide. [Result] The results of response surface analysis showed that the optimal extraction process was solid-liquid ratio of 1：17, extraction temperature of 80 ℃ and extraction duration of 78.5 min, and the Pu-erh tea polysaccharide yield was 12.72%. [Conclu- sion] Using response surface methodology （RSM） is feasible for the optimization of Pu-erh tea polysaccharide extraction process, and the tea polysaccharide yield increased significantly.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2023YFF1104305)。
文摘Polysaccharides,a class of complex macromolecules,are distinguished by their diverse biological functions and essential role in functional foods.The distinctive biological activities of polysaccharides from medicine and food homology materials(MFPs),including immunomodulation,carbohydrate metabolism regulation,and lipid metabolism regulation properties,have attracted considerable scientific attention.The relationship between polysaccharides and gut microbiota is fundamental to human health,as polysaccharides demonstrate efficacy in ameliorating various conditions—from inflammatory bowel disease(IBD)to obesity and diabetes—through their influence on intestinal flora composition and diversity.Although polysaccharide research and applications show promise,significant challenges persist,particularly regarding extraction and purification methodologies,and the complete understanding of their biological mechanisms.Future investigations should prioritize understanding the correlation between polysaccharide structure and function,advancing large-scale production and application technologies,and establishing productive interdisciplinary collaborations.MFPs demonstrate significant potential for advancing sustainable development and human health,building upon current research findings.This paper presents a comprehensive review of global developments in the extraction,purification,structural characterization,biological activities,and applications of MFPs,emphasizing opportunities for scientific and technological innovations in specialized dietary food development.
基金financially supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFF1104001)Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province,China(20232BCD44003)National High-Level Talents Special Support Program of China(202212)。
文摘Intestinal oxidation-reduction balance is essential to protect host health.Research on the underlying mechanisms of oxidation homeostasis can provide conditions to the treatment or protection of intestinal oxidative stress.Therefore,the mechanism of polysaccharide(MBP)with alkali-extracted from mung bean skin in alleviating oxidative damage induced by H_(2)O_(2)-induced in intestinal epithelial cells(IEC)-6 cells was explored.Results indicated that MBP effectively mitigated the H_(2)O_(2)-induced decrease in IEC-6 cell viability,restored superoxide dismutase(SOD)activity,lowered malondialdehyde(MDA)content,and decreased reactive oxygen species(ROS)level.Western blotting showed that MBP may mitigate oxidative damage through NF-κB,MAPK and Nrf2 signaling pathway,and RNA sequencing(RNA-seq)analysis confirmed that MBP can protect cells by regulating MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathways.Moreover,the results of the inhibitor experiment also support the above hypothesis.These results verified that MBP has the capacity to mitigate oxidative damage induced by H_(2)O_(2)in IEC-6 cells through MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathway.The study showed that MBP can assist preventing intestinal diseases relating to oxidative stress,which could facilitate the development of functional foods.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22325803,22277042,22177041,22207042,22107037)the Max Planck Society International Partner Group Program,the China Scholarship Council(CSC)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities for funding。
文摘The gut pathogen Enterocloster bolteae(E.bolteae)has been associated with autism spectrum disorder(ASD).The development of an E.bolteae vaccine to prevent gastrointestinal diseases,might be beneficial for understanding and treating ASD.Capsular polysaccharide(CPS)is a major virulence factor for E.bolteae.Based on an antigenicity evaluation of oligosaccharides associated with E.bolteae CPS and a structural revision of this carbohydrate antigen,two series of glycans including the D-Manp-D-Rhap type oligosaccharides 13-18 and the D-Ribp-D-Rhap type disaccharides 19-23 related to E.bolteae WAL-16351 CPS were prepared.The hydrogen-bond mediated glycosylation and conformational locking strategy facilitated the constructions of two 1,2-cis-β-glycosidic linkages.Glycan microarray analysis revealed that oligosaccharides 4,5,and 19 are recognized by antibodies in the anti-E.bolteae sera.The sera IgG antibodies induced by glycoconjugate 19-CRM197 recognize the CPS and bacteria specifically,whereas the IgG antibodies induced respectively by glycoconjugates 4-CRM197 and 5-CRM197 showed almost no binding to the CPS and bacteria.These results indicated that disaccharide 19 is a potential candidate for the development of E.bolteae vaccines.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFF1104001)Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province,China(20232BCD44003).
文摘The prevalence of ulcerative colitis(UC)is increasing annually,while current non-targeted drugs for UC have limited effectiveness,easily relapsed,and serious side effects.Herein,curcumin(Cur)-loaded nanoparticle with conlon-targeted property based on Mesona chinensis polysaccharides(MCP)was developed for the synergistic and targeted improvement of UC.Results show that MCP-zein nanoparticles(ZmNPs)have good encapsulation of Cur,targeted delivery of Cur to the colon,and prolonged its retention time.In vivo safety assessments have shown that ZmNPs have good safety and biocompatibility.As expected,Cur-ZmNPs effectively alleviated the symptoms of Dextran sulfate sodium(DSS)-induced UC by decreasing colonic inflammation by inhibiting the TLR4/MAPK pathway,regulating the levels of oxidative stress and immune homeostasis of UC mice.Oral administration of Cur-ZmNPs can reduce apoptosis of intestinal epithelial cells,alleviate colonic mucosal damage and repair intestinal barrier function.Cur-ZmNPs also had a positive effect on improving gut microbiota disorders and promoting the production of SCFAs.This study provides a novel strategy for synergistic alleviation of UC by MCP-based NPs loaded with food bioactives.
基金supported by Infinitus Co.,Ltd(2019009)the Scientific and Technologic Foundation of Jilin Province(No.20230202050NC).
文摘Objective:Grifola frondosa,a medicinal mushroom,is widely used to enhance immunity and treat cancer.Polysaccharides are its primary active components.We aimed to investigate the effects of the alkaloid G.frondosa polysaccharide(GFP)extract on immunity and gut microbiota.Methods:Alkaloid GFP was extracted using an alkaline extraction method,followed by hollow-fiber microfiltration.The molecular weight of alkaloid GFP was determined by high-performance gel permeation chromatography(HPGPC).Monosaccharide composition was analyzed by pre-column derivatization combined with high-performance liquid chromatography(HPLC).Methylation analysis was performed to characterize glycosidic linkages in alkaloid GFP.The immune function of alkaloid GFP was assessed in a cyclophosphamide(CTX)-induced immunosuppressive mouse model.Splenic lymphocyte proliferation,macrophage phagocytic capacity,and natural killer(NK)cell cytotoxicity were evaluated.The effect of alkaloid GFP on gut microbiota was assessed by 16S rRNA sequencing.Results:The molecular weight distribution of alkaloid GFP ranged from 17 to 18 kDa.The alkaloid GFP contained aβ-(1→6)-glucan backbone branched at O-3 byβ-1,3-D-Glcp.Oral administration of alkaloid GFP mitigated the effects of CTX on spleen index,splenic lymphocyte proliferation,and peritoneal macrophage phagocytosis.Additionally,alkaloid GFP improved the gut microbiota composition of immunosuppressed mice,increasing the relative abundances of Ligilactobacillus and Lactobacillus.Conclusions:Alkaloid GFP demonstrated immune-enhancing effects and gut microbiota regulatory activity,providing a basis for developing related health food ingredients.
基金support of this research by the Program for Science&Technology Innovation Platform and Talent of Hunan Province(2021RC40322019TP1029)+2 种基金the Key R&D Plan of Hunan Province(2022SK2100,2023NK2034)the Ministry of Agriculture of the People’s Republic of China(GJFP20230204)the Forestry Science and Technology Innovation Project in Hunan Province(XLK202431).
文摘Edible mushroom polysaccharides demonstrate a range of bioactivities and have been investigated as potential adjuvant therapies for cancer treatment.Our prior research found Lactariks hatsudake Tanaka polysaccharide(LHP)effective against hepatocellular carcinoma,but the mechanisms remain unclear.This study aims to clarify the anti-cancer molecular mechanisms by examining the effects on specific signaling pathways through in vivo and in vitro analyses.Animal studies showed that LHP significantly inhibited the growth of transplanted liver cancer without toxicity.Histological and immunohistochemical analyses revealed that LHP increased nuclear cohesion in tumor cells and altered the expression of key regulatory proteins such as protein kinase B(Akt),nuclear factorκB(NFκB),caspase-3,p21,and p53.These findings suggest that LHP’s anticancer effects involve promoting apoptosis and disrupting the cell cycle.At the cellular level,assays such as 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-5-(3-carboxymethoxyphenyl)-2-(4-sulfophenyl)-2H-tetrazolium(MTS),flow cytometry,and transwell invasion confirmed that LHP inhibited cancer cell proliferation and induced apoptosis.Polymerase chain reaction and Western blot assays revealed that LHP intervention reduced cyclin-dependent kinase 4 activity by upregulating p53 and p21,leading to cell cycle arrest and inhibited cell proliferation.LHP also promoted apoptosis by altering Bcl-2-associated X protein,B-cell lymphoma 2,and cleaved caspase-3 levels.Moreover,LHP could affect the Akt,NF-κB,and mitogen-activated protein kinase signaling pathways to exert anticancer effects.These findings underscore the potential of LHP as a novel and multifaceted therapeutic agent.Furthermore,the elucidation of LHP-related mechanisms offers a crucial theoretical foundation for developing innovative and effective treatments for hepatocellular carcinoma.Additionally,this supports its potential development as a functional food or adjuvant therapy for cancer,which holds significant implications and application prospects in both the food and medical fields.
基金supported by Guangxi Science and Technology Plan Project(No.Guike AA25069007)Guilin Scientific Research and Technology Development Plan(No.20220103-2).
文摘Peach gum polysaccharide(PGP),a readily available natural polysaccharide,boasts substantial potential across diverse applications,yet its practical utility is severely limited by its vulnerability to bacterial growth and limited antioxidant activity.Herein,we introduced a simple and effective method to enhance the antibacterial and antioxidant properties of PGP by conjugating it with salicylic acid(SA).Cytotoxicity evaluation results confirmed that the resulting PGP-SA retains the excellent biocompatibility of PGP.Notably,PGP-SA demonstrates outstanding antibacterial activity against both Gram-positive(S.aureus)and Gram-negative(E.coli)bacteria,outperforming non-modified PGP.Its antibacterial mechanism is hypothesized to stem from disrupting bacterial cell membranes and proteins,targeting structures vital to microbial survival.Beyond fighting bacteria,PGP-SA also delivers robust antioxidant activity,efficiently scavenging ABTS radicals.Harnessing these dual enhancements,PGP-SA proves highly effective as a fruit preservation coating.Most impressively,it extends the post-harvest shelf life of mangoes:under identical storage conditions,PGP-SA-coatedmangoes stay fresh for seven extra days compared to uncoated fruit.With its simple synthesis process and standout performance,this work not only overcomes PGP’s key limitations but also opens new avenues for its application in food preservation and related industries.
基金National Key Research and Development Project(Grant No.2016YFC1101503)。
文摘Astragalus extract Astragalus polysaccharide(APS),a natural extract,has been demonstrated to exert inhibitory effects on the development of various tumors by modulating microRNA(miRNA).However,the precise regulatory mechanism of miRNA-223(miR-223)in brain glioma cells remains unclear.This study aimed to investigate the inhibitory effect of Astragalus extract APS on brain glioma cells through the miR-223/FBXW7 signaling pathway and its potential mechanism.Using the TargetScan tool,we predicted the binding between miR-223 and FBXW7 and confirmed this binding relationship through dual luciferase assay.We compared the expression of miR-223 and FBXW7 in glioma and adjacent tissues and followed up the prognosis.U87 cells were subjected to APS treatment or were transfected with small interfering RNA(siRNA)of miR-223 mimics to examine the effects of these treatments on cell proliferation,apoptosis,and FBXW7 expression.Our results demonstrated that miR-223 directly bound to FBXW7,as confirmed by dual luciferase assay.Moreover,the mRNA expression of miR-223 in glioma tissues was higher than that in paracancerous tissues,while the mRNA and protein levels of FBXW7 in glioma tissues were lower than those in paracancerous tissues.In addition,we observed a negative correlation between the expression of miR-223 and FBXW7(P<0.05).APS significantly inhibited the proliferation and invasion of U87 cells,suppressed the expression of miR-223,and promoted the expression of FBXW7(P<0.05).Transfection of miR-223 mimic into cells reversed the inhibition of miR-223 and the increase of FBXW7 induced by APS(P<0.05).Therefore,our findings suggested that APS might inhibit the proliferation and invasion of the glioma cell line U87 through the miR-223/FBXW7 signaling pathway.
