Diabetes has become a global concern at present,among which type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)accounts for approximately 90%-95%of patients.T2DM is a type of metabolic disorder syndrome that results from a genetic defect,...Diabetes has become a global concern at present,among which type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)accounts for approximately 90%-95%of patients.T2DM is a type of metabolic disorder syndrome that results from a genetic defect,and it is based on insulin resistance and an insulin secretion disorder.The occurrence of T2DM is usually the outcome of both genetic and environmental factors and their interactions.The etiology and pathogenesis of diabetes have not been fully elucidated,and no radical therapeutic cure has been found.Patients with T2DM suffer from complications such as the development of a chronic hyperglycemic condition and even serious metabolic disorders and organ damage in the body and depression and dementia,in addition to other chronic complications.Many studies have suggested that diet is crucial in the development of diabetes and the control of blood glucose.Natural substances have the characteristics of low toxicity and few side effects and may be key to the development of diabetic health products and preventive treatments.This paper reviews the etiology,pathogenesis,risks,treatments and diets related to T2DM to summarize the types of recently available natural products,from both local and foreign sources,for lowering blood glucose at home and their application in supplementary hypoglycemic foods.The key findings and conclusions suggest that there are various known T2DM-inducing factors,including genetic and environmental factors and three types of hybrid factors.展开更多
Food-borne viruses and contaminants,as an important global food safety problem,are caused by chemical,microbiological,zoonotic,and other risk factors that represent a health hazard.Natural bioactive substances,origina...Food-borne viruses and contaminants,as an important global food safety problem,are caused by chemical,microbiological,zoonotic,and other risk factors that represent a health hazard.Natural bioactive substances,originating from plants,animals,or microorganisms,might offer the possibility of preventing and controlling foodborne diseases.In this contribution,the common bioactive substances such as polyphenols,essential oils,proteins,and polysaccharides which are effective in the prevention and treatment of food-borne viruses and contaminants are discussed.Meanwhile,the preventive effects of natural bioactive substances and the possible mechanisms involved in food protection are discussed and detailed.The application and potential effects of natural bioactive substances in the adjuvant treatment for food-borne diseases is also described.展开更多
Preventing microbial colonization or infections that cause offensive smells may lead to odor reduction.As both anaerobic and aerobic bacteria cause the release of malodor from wounds,the most direct way of avoiding or...Preventing microbial colonization or infections that cause offensive smells may lead to odor reduction.As both anaerobic and aerobic bacteria cause the release of malodor from wounds,the most direct way of avoiding or eliminating wound odor is to prevent or eradicate the responsible infection through the debridement of necrotic tissues.However,some burn patients with malodorous wounds are unable to undergo debridement due to systemic conditions,especially in the acute stage.Moreover,the optimal drug doses and dressings to ensure the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of odorous burn wound management is unclear.The purpose of this commentary is to outline the odor management options available for burn patients,focusing on topical strategies.Numerous potential therapies for treating odorous wounds after burn injuries are suggested.展开更多
基金supported by the Educational Department o f Liaoning Province(LQN201713)Liaoning University(LDQN2019017)+1 种基金Liaoning Provincial Science and Technology Department(2020-bs-080)the Ministry of Science and Technology,Taiwan(MOST 109-2221-E-005-012)。
文摘Diabetes has become a global concern at present,among which type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)accounts for approximately 90%-95%of patients.T2DM is a type of metabolic disorder syndrome that results from a genetic defect,and it is based on insulin resistance and an insulin secretion disorder.The occurrence of T2DM is usually the outcome of both genetic and environmental factors and their interactions.The etiology and pathogenesis of diabetes have not been fully elucidated,and no radical therapeutic cure has been found.Patients with T2DM suffer from complications such as the development of a chronic hyperglycemic condition and even serious metabolic disorders and organ damage in the body and depression and dementia,in addition to other chronic complications.Many studies have suggested that diet is crucial in the development of diabetes and the control of blood glucose.Natural substances have the characteristics of low toxicity and few side effects and may be key to the development of diabetic health products and preventive treatments.This paper reviews the etiology,pathogenesis,risks,treatments and diets related to T2DM to summarize the types of recently available natural products,from both local and foreign sources,for lowering blood glucose at home and their application in supplementary hypoglycemic foods.The key findings and conclusions suggest that there are various known T2DM-inducing factors,including genetic and environmental factors and three types of hybrid factors.
文摘Food-borne viruses and contaminants,as an important global food safety problem,are caused by chemical,microbiological,zoonotic,and other risk factors that represent a health hazard.Natural bioactive substances,originating from plants,animals,or microorganisms,might offer the possibility of preventing and controlling foodborne diseases.In this contribution,the common bioactive substances such as polyphenols,essential oils,proteins,and polysaccharides which are effective in the prevention and treatment of food-borne viruses and contaminants are discussed.Meanwhile,the preventive effects of natural bioactive substances and the possible mechanisms involved in food protection are discussed and detailed.The application and potential effects of natural bioactive substances in the adjuvant treatment for food-borne diseases is also described.
文摘Preventing microbial colonization or infections that cause offensive smells may lead to odor reduction.As both anaerobic and aerobic bacteria cause the release of malodor from wounds,the most direct way of avoiding or eliminating wound odor is to prevent or eradicate the responsible infection through the debridement of necrotic tissues.However,some burn patients with malodorous wounds are unable to undergo debridement due to systemic conditions,especially in the acute stage.Moreover,the optimal drug doses and dressings to ensure the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of odorous burn wound management is unclear.The purpose of this commentary is to outline the odor management options available for burn patients,focusing on topical strategies.Numerous potential therapies for treating odorous wounds after burn injuries are suggested.
