Publications by authors named "P C Ungaro"
Background/objectives: Adherence to dietary recommendations is a critical component in the management of type 1 diabetes (T1D). Taste and flavor significantly influence food choices. The aim of this study was to investigate taste sensitivity and flavor recognition ability in adults with T1D compared to healthy individuals.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTo study the expression of histone methyltransferase SMYD1 in white adipose tissue (WAT) and brown adipose tissue and during differentiation of preadipocytes to white and beige phenotypes. C57BL/6J mice fed a high-fat diet (and exposed to cold) and 3T3-L1 cells stimulated to differentiate into white and beige adipocytes were used. SMYD1 expression increased in WAT of high-fat diet fed mice and in WAT and brown adipose tissue of cold-exposed mice, suggesting its role in thermogenesis.
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- * In lab tests, both QUE and its more stable derivative Q2 were found to reduce cell death and lipid accumulation in heart cells exposed to palmitate (PA), a fatty acid that mimics obesity effects.
- * QUE was effective at a lower dose compared to Q2, and both compounds reduced oxidative stress and inflammation, indicating their potential as therapies for heart issues related to obesity and metabolic disorders.
Association between Dietary Habits and Severity of Symptoms in Premenstrual Syndrome.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
January 2023
Background: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a set of physical, psychological, and emotional symptoms that occur during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. The etiopathogenesis of this condition is not fully understood, and several studies suggest a possible role of environmental factors, such as diet. The aim of this work was to investigate the relationship between dietary habits and the occurrence and severity of PMS.
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