This study investigated the immunomodulatory effects of soft-shelled turtle () peptide (TP) and Chinese pond turtle () peptide (TMP) on the intestinal mucosal immune system (IMIS). The results demonstrated that TP and TMP improved holistic immunity by restoring the vital immune organ atrophy and proliferation capacity of spleen immune cells. Moreover, TP and TMP significantly increased the serum content of IgA and cytokines that are responsible for immune cell activation and antigen clearance.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn traditional Chinese medicine, soft-shelled turtle protein and peptides serve as a nutraceutical for prolonging the lifespan. However, their effects on anti-aging have not been clarified scientifically in vivo. This study aimed to determine whether soft-shelled turtle peptides (STP) could promote the lifespan and healthspan in and the underlying molecular mechanisms.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe sea cucumber peptides (SCPs) from were derived from the patented bio-enzyme digestion technology and the molecular weight of obtained SCPs was < 10 kDa. In this study, we investigated the possible anti-aging effects of SCPs on the model of and the underlying mechanisms. SCPs extend the average lifespan of nematodes by 31.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTo enhance physiological activity and probiotic availability of sea buckthorn juice, sea buckthorn juice pulp (BHJ) went through fermentation to the fermented (FHJ). In vitro, FHJ displayed better antioxidant and antidiabetic capacities. To further study effects of FHJ on diet-induced metabolic syndrome (MS) and possible mechanisms in vivo, C57BL/6 mice were fed on BHJ and FHJ under high fat diet (HFD).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFChinese pond turtle is a traditional nourishing food with high nutritional value and bioactivity and has been considered a dietary remedy for prolonging the lifespan since ancient times. However, only limited information about their effects on longevity is available. This study was performed to assess the antioxidant activities and antiaging potential of Chinese pond turtle peptide (CPTP) using model and uncover the possible mechanisms underlying the beneficial effects.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe effects of GML (Glycerol monolaurate) supplementation with two level (0.5 and 1.0 g kg) on the productive performance and flesh quality of large yellow croaker (360 per group) were investigated during feeding (23,50-days) and fasting stage (23,70-days).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTo improve the quality of cultured large yellow croaker (Larimichthys crocea), this study was performed to study the impacts of glycerol monolaurate (GML) on the nutritional value, growth performance, muscle texture, and taste intensity of L. crocea. The results showed that GML as a feed additive significantly increased the crude lipid content and reduced the diameters of muscle fibers, which in turn markedly altered the flesh texture in terms of cohesiveness.
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