Dietary phytochemicals alleviate the premature skin aging: A comprehensive review by Harpreet Singh, Y.T. Kamal, Jessica Pandohee, Arun Kumar Mishra, Aritra Biswas, Sourav Mohanto, Arvind Kumar, Sagnik Nag, Amrita Mishra, Mhaveer Singh, Himanshu Gupta, Hitesh Chopra

“…Dietary phytochemicals, present in fruits, vegetables, and other plant-derived meals, have gained interest due to their efficiency to eradicate free radicals and lowering the release of inflammatory mediators which accounts for premature skin aging. …”
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Levying evidence of the impact of Triphala in the mildly constipated human colon microbiota by Elizabeth Goya-Jorge, Pauline Bondue, Irma Gonza, Samiha Boutaleb, Caroline Douny, Marie-Louise Scippo, Joël Pincemail, Patrice Chiap, Jeoffrey Christyn de Ribaucourt, Fabienne Crahay, Véronique Delcenserie

“…Triphala is a wildly used nutritional and phytotherapeutic formulation combining three dry fruits (Terminalia bellirica, Terminalia chebula and Emblica officinalis). …”
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Population variation in fatty acid composition and response to climatic factors in Malania oleifera Chun et S.K. Lee by Hongguo Li, Ruizhen Wang, Zuwei Tian, Bingjiang Zhou, Runmei Duan, Ran He, Leiming Dong

“…A total of 97 mature fruiting individuals were sampled from seven natural populations in Guangxi and Yunnan provinces, China. …”
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Development of a robust and efficient virus-induced gene silencing system for reverse genetics in recalcitrant Camellia drupifera capsules by Hongjian Shen, Huajie Chen, Weimeng Li, Shan He, Boyong Liao, Wanyu Xiong, Yang Shen, Yongjuan Li, Yanru Gao, Yong Quan Li, Bipei Zhang

“…The established VIGS system may facilitate functional genomic studies in tea oil camellia and other recalcitrant fruits of woody plants.…”
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Antifungal Activity of Essential Oil Isolated from Pelargonium roseum against Grey Mould (Botrytis cinerea) of Cherry Tomato by Fuyan LIU, Runxia YANG, Yangcuiji ZHENG, Chongjun ZHAO, Liming FAN, Fawu SU, Min YE

“…To investigate the chemical composition of Pelargonium roseum essential oil (EO) and its antifungal activities against Botrytis cinerea of cherry tomato as a potential alternative to synthetic chemical fungicides for postharvest preservation of fruits and vegetables. In this study, the EO of P. roseum was extracted by water vapor distillation, and the chemical components were determined by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). …”
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The phytohormone abscisic acid enhances remyelination in mouse models of multiple sclerosis by Femke Van Gaever, Femke Van Gaever, Fleur Mingneau, Fleur Mingneau, Sam Vanherle, Sam Vanherle, Yasmine Driege, Yasmine Driege, Mira Haegman, Mira Haegman, Elien Van Wonterghem, Elien Van Wonterghem, Junhua Xie, Junhua Xie, Roosmarijn E. Vandenbroucke, Roosmarijn E. Vandenbroucke, Jerome J. A. Hendriks, Jerome J. A. Hendriks, Rudi Beyaert, Rudi Beyaert, Jens Staal, Jens Staal, Jens Staal

“…ABA, which is abundant in fruits such as figs, apricots and bilberries, is known to cross the blood-brain barrier and has demonstrated neuroprotective effects in conditions like depression and Alzheimer's disease.MethodsIn this study, we investigated whether ABA supplementation enhances remyelination in both ex vivo and in vivo mouse models.ResultsOur results indicated that ABA enhanced remyelination and that this enhanced remyelination is associated with increased lipid droplet load, reduced levels of degraded myelin, and a higher abundance of F4/80+ cells in the demyelinated brain of mice treated with ABA. …”
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Effects of Tremella fuciformis -Derived Polysaccharides with Different Molecular Weight on D-Galactose-Induced Aging of Mice by Donghui Luo, Xiaofei Liu, Jingjing Guan, Guili Jang, Yanglin Hua, Xinfei Zhang, Xiaofei Xu

“…In the present study, a purified TFP, named HM, mainly composed of mannose, fucose, xylose, and glucose in a molar ratio of 4.14:0.98:0.81:0.62, was obtained from the fruiting body of T. fuciformis . Subsequently, two differentially degraded TFPs, named MM and LM, respectively, were prepared by a combined method of ultrasonic irradiation (US) and H 2 O 2 treatment. …”
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From Waste to Value: Optimization of Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction of Anthocyanins and Flavonols from <i>Pistacia lentiscus</i> L. Oilcakes by Lucrezia Muti, Luana Beatriz dos Santos Nascimento, Giulia Goracci, Cassandra Detti, Cecilia Brunetti, Anna Rita Bilia, Francesco Ferrini, Antonella Gori

“…., commonly known as the mastic tree or lentisk, is a woody Mediterranean plant revered for its ecological relevance as well as for its extensive ethnobotanical heritage. Historically, the fruits and the resin of <i>P. lentiscus</i> have been widely utilized in traditional medicine, underscoring its important role in local healing practices. …”
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Preventive treatment with guarana powder (Paullinia cupana) mitigates acute paracetamol-induced hepatotoxicity by modulating oxidative stress by Clécia Dias Teixeira, Priscila Oliveira Barbosa, Wanderson Geraldo Lima, Gustavo Silveira Breguez, Miliane Martins de Andrade Fagundes, Daniela Caldeira Costa, Cintia Lopes de Brito Magalhães, Joana Ferreira Amaral, Melina Oliveira de Souza

“…The bioactive compounds present in fruits have shown promise in protecting against disorders associated with paracetamol-induced liver damage. …”
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Eating green in Copenhagen: organic consumers’ path to less meat and minimal food waste by Lea Ellen Matthiessen, Lea Ellen Matthiessen, Sinne Smed, Jørgen Dejgård Jensen, Dominika Średnicka-Tober, Laura Rossi, Susanne Gjedsted Bügel

“…For statistical analysis, 279 adult survey participants were divided into three subgroups; “low”– with up to 25% organic food share, “medium”– 26-75% organic food share and “high”– 76-100% organic food share.ResultsThis study found significant differences of food intake between the subgroups for fruits &amp; vegetables, legumes, nuts, whole grain cereals and meat. …”
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Aspects of conducting a forensic commodity examination of sunflower oil by L. А. Sоlоnіchenkо, D. Yu. Seredа

“…Vegetable oil production has been growing steadily, driven by increased consumption, including industrial consumption, and by producers developing the production of oils from fruits, nuts and grains. In this regard, there is a need for constant examination of vegetable oils, including the development of new testing methods, finding ways to improve the quality and safety of this product, and preventing the entry of falsified vegetable oil into the Ukrainian market. …”
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The Association of General and Central Obesity with Dietary Patterns and Socioeconomic Status in Adult Women in Botswana by Boitumelo Motswagole, Jose Jackson, Rosemary Kobue-Lekalake, Segametsi Maruapula, Tiyapo Mongwaketse, Lemogang Kwape, Tinku Thomas, Sumathi Swaminathan, Anura V. Kurpad, Maria Jackson

“…Factor analysis with varimax rotation was used to identify six dietary patterns (fast foods, refined carbohydrates, vegetables and fruits, fish and nuts, Botswana traditional foods, and organ and red meat dietary pattern). …”
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Demographic and Dietary Determinants of the Association between Dietary Fiber Intake and Obesity in Japanese Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: A Cross-Sectional Study (JDDM 78) by Efrem d'Ávila Ferreira, Mariko Hatta, Laymon Khin, Izumi Ikeda, Mizuki Takeuchi, Yasunaga Takeda, Sakiko Yoshizawa Morikawa, Chika Horikawa, Noriko Kato, Hiroshi Maegawa, Kazuya Fujihara, Hirohito Sone

“…In men, higher fiber intake was associated with healthier lifestyle behaviors, including increased physical activity (p < 0.001) and non-smoking (p < 0.001), with stronger associations compared to women. Vegetables, fruits, and soybeans/soy products were strongly correlated with fiber, while grains had a weak correlation. …”
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Integrated metabolomics and proteomics revealed astragaloside IV inhibiting Pdxk-mediated vitamin B6 metabolism based on liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry combined wit... by Shi Qiu, Sifan Guo, Zhibo Wang, Ying Cai, Dandan Xie, Wanying Sun, Aihua Zhang

“…Unique metabolic needs of cells highlight the potential for fruitful drug and target discovery. Astragaloside IV (ASIV) is a representative component of traditional herbs Astragalus membranaceus which belongs to medicinal food homology, but the molecular targets regulating cellular amino acid (AA) metabolism of the therapeutic effect are still unclear. …”
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The effect of weather conditions on the seasonal rhythm of plant development of Amur cork tree (<i>Phellodendron amurense</i> Rupr.) in the forest-steppe of the Ob region by N. N. Likhenko, T. N. Kapko, A. P. Epanchintseva, I. E. Likhenko

“…Its bark, liber, leaves, and fruits are successfully used in medicine and cosmetology. …”
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Protective effect of resveratrol on retinal damage in glaucoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis of preclinical studies by Feng Zhang, Feng Zhang, Tao Li, Junli Wan, Junli Wan, Lu Wang, Lu Wang, Wenmei Guo, Wenmei Guo, Yue Hu, Yue Hu, Hao Wang, Hao Wang, Wei Bian, Wei Bian

“…IntroductionResveratrol, a polyphenolic compound commonly found in natural plants and fruits, exhibits potential in preventing optic nerve damage in glaucoma, as indicated by several animal studies. …”
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Mechanisms of phenolic biosynthesis induced by ultrasound stress in fresh-cut red cabbages based on energy metabolism analysis by Ningning Ouyang, Chen Hong, Lina Guo, Xinyan Zhang, Wenjuan Qu, Haile Ma

“…Positive energy regulation could be a potential mechanism to improve the nutritive value of fruits and vegetables subjected to ultrasonic washing.…”
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HPLC-MS/MS-Mediated Analysis of the Pharmacokinetics, Bioavailability, and Tissue Distribution of Schisandrol B in Rats by Dahu Liang, Zijing Wu, Yanhao Liu, Chao Li, Xianghong Li, Bin Yang, Haitang Xie, Hua Sun

“…Schisandrol B, a lignan isolated from dried Schisandra chinensis fruits, has been shown to exhibit hepatoprotective, cardioprotective, renoprotective, and memory-enhancing properties. …”
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Antioxidant and Laxative Effects of Methanol Extracts of Green Pine Cones (<i>Pinus densiflora</i>) in Sprague-Dawley Rats with Loperamide-Induced Constipation by Hee-Jin Song, Ayun Seol, Jumin Park, Ji-Eun Kim, Tae-Ryeol Kim, Ki-Ho Park, Eun-Seo Park, Su-Jeong Lim, Su-Ha Wang, Ji-Eun Sung, Youngwoo Choi, Heeseob Lee, Dae-Youn Hwang

“…The changes in the key parameters for the antioxidant activity and laxative effects were examined in the loperamide (Lop)-induced constipation of Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats after being treated with the methanol extracts of green pine cone (MPC, unripe fruits of <i>Pinus densiflora</i>). MPC contained several bioactive compounds, including diterpenoid compounds such as dehydroabietic acid, taxodone, and ferruginol. …”
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Trends and future predictions of chronic kidney disease due to diabetes mellitus type 2 attributable to dietary risks: insights based on GBD 2021 data by Ming Xu, Ming Xu, Hongxia Wei, Hongxia Wei, Dongqing Lv, Dongqing Lv, Yanhong Wei, Yanhong Wei, Ziang Liu, Ziang Liu, Yi Zhang, Yi Zhang, Yunfeng Liu, Yunfeng Liu, Yunfeng Liu

“…The study employs estimated annual percentage changes (EAPC) to monitor temporal trends and project future trends from 2022 to 2035 using bayesian age-period-cohort (BAPC) analysis.ResultsThe results indicate that, in 2021, 20.55% of CKD-T2DM mortality and 23.21% of CKD-T2DM DALY were attributed to poor diets, especially those low in fruits and high in red and high processed meat. Throughout this period, both mortality and DALY rates associated with dietary risks increased significantly, with the most rapid increase in diet high in sugar-sweetened beverages, highlighting the considerable impact of dietary factors on the global CKD-T2DM landscape. …”
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