The Effects of Short-Term Immunosuppressive Therapy on Redox Parameters in the Livers of Pregnant Wistar Rats.

Immunosuppressive drugs are widely used to avoid graft rejection, but they are also known to be strongly hepatotoxic. The goal of the current study was to determine: (i) the immunoexpression of SOD1, CAT, GPX1; (ii) the concentration of MDA, GSH; (iii) the activity of SOD, CAT, GPX, in the native liver of a pregnant female rats undergoing immunosuppressive therapy. The study was based on archival material obtained from Department of Nephrology, Transplantology and Internal Medicine of the Independent Public Clinical Hospital No.

Garden nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus L.) - a source of mineral elements and bioactive compounds.

The garden nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus L.) belongs to the family Tropaeolaceae. Native to South America it was brought to Europe in XVI century.

Chaenomeles – health promoting benefits.

Chaenomeles is a genus of deciduous spiny in the family of Rosaceae (Pomoideae subfamily). For centuries, the plant was used for a treatment of anemia, rheumatism, gout and cardiovascular diseases. The chemical composition studies of Chaenomeles showed the presence of many biologically active compounds, such as: phenolic compounds, organic acids, terpenoids, alcohols, ketones or aldehydes.

Macro- and Microelement Content and Other Properties of Chaenomeles japonica L. Fruit and Protective Effects of Its Aqueous Extract on Hepatocyte Metabolism.

This growing interest in the cultivation of Japanese quince Chaenomeles japonica L. results from the potentially beneficial properties of its fruit. Fresh fruits are very firm and too acidic to eat raw, but their bioactive components, distinctive aroma, and high amount of dietary fiber make the fruits well suited for industrial processing.

Influence of temperature and brewing time of nettle (Urtica dioica L.) infusions on vitamin C content.

Background: Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica L.) can be found in temperate climate zones of Europe, Africa and America Nettle may be a source of nutritional ingredients, mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants.

Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the effect of temperature and brewing time Urtica dioica L.

[Study on the quantitative and qualitative of fungi colonizing soybeans (Glycine max L.)].

Introduction: The aim of study was to analyse the qualitative and quantitative composition of fungi in soybeans on RBCA, YpSs, and DG18 culture media at 25, 37 and 45°C.

Material And Methods: The analysis included 15 samples of soybeans. The highest number of mould species (23) were isolated on RBCA at 25°C, followed by xerophilic species (20) on DG18 at 25°C, and mesophilic (13) and thermophilic species (4) on YpSs medium at 37° and 45°C, respectively.

[Vitamin C– structure, properties, occurrence and functions].

In this paper the structure of vitamin C, its physical and chemical characteristics, and occurrence are presented. The biological role of ascorbic acid, the human body’s demand for this vitamin, and its deficiency symptoms are specified.

[The influence of stinging nettle (Urtica dioica L.) extracts on the activity of catalase in THP1 monocytes/macrophages].

Introduction: Stinging nettle (Urtica dioicd L.) is one of the most valuable plants used in phytotherapy. The herbal raw material is a herb (Urticae herba), leaves (Urticae folium), roots (Urticae radix) and seeds (Urticae semina).

[Study on the quantitative and qualitative composition of moulds colonizing sunflower seeds (Helianthus annus L.)].

Introduction: The aim of study was to estimate the qualitative and quantitative composition of moulds colonizing sunflower seeds on RBCA, YpSs, DG18 media at 25, 37, and 45°C.

Material: Twenty samples of sunflower seeds (not roasted and not salted) were used for the analysis. The highest number of moulds were xerophilic species isolated on DG18 at 25°C (33), followed by mesophilic species (29) on RBCA medium at 25°C, and mesophilic (22) and thermophilic species (10) on YpSs medium at 37, and 45°C, respectively.

[State of knowledge and the prevalence of acne (Acne vulgaris) among young people in Szczecin].

Introduction: Acne vulgaris is a chronic disease associated with dysfunction of the sebaceous glands and the hair follicles. The disorder affects approximately 80% of the Polish youth population and has become an important clinical issue. The aim of this study was to examine the state of knowledge about acne among youth in Szczecin, and to attempt to identify the main causes of the disease.

[Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica L.)--botanical characteristics, biochemical composition and health benefits].

Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica L.) belongs to the family Urticaceae. It grows in the wild form in Asia, Europe, North America and North Africa.

[Spectrophotometric determination of protein content in THP-1 monocytes/macrophages - description of the method].

Proteins are the basic building block of tissue, and are part of enzymes and hormones regulating many important life processes. Changes in their concentration control the metabolic processes of the cell. Quantitative determination of the protein content is divided into indirect methods (e.