Publications by authors named "Martha de la Torre"
In this research, in-silico and in-vitro approaches were adopted with the aim to investigate the relationship between the tobacco leaf structures (trichomes) and the production of secondary metabolites with antimicrobial activity. Machine learning techniques were used to know the correlation between phenotypic traits and the production of secondary metabolites in Nicotiana tabacum plants. Then, an in-vitro experimental study was carried out to corroborate the proposed model.
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- Dietary modifications and functional foods can help reduce side effects of radiotherapy in cancer patients, such as nausea and diarrhea.
- Experts recommend focusing on whole foods rich in antioxidants and polyphenols instead of supplements for better health outcomes.
- Probiotics like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium are safe for immunocompromised patients and can alleviate gastrointestinal issues, but factors like disease stage and radiation dose must be considered before use.