Beneficial Effects of Xanthohumol on Metabolic Syndrome: Evidence from In Vitro and Animal Model Studies.

Metabolic syndrome refers to the simultaneous occurrence of several disorders that have been associated with other co-morbidities, such as a pro-inflammatory state and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Nowadays, it is a growing public health problem that contributes to the development of non-communicable diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cognitive deficits among others. Its incidence has been related to modifiable lifestyle factors, mainly dietary patterns and physical activity.

Usefulness of spp. on the Management of Obesity and Its Metabolic Co-Morbidities.

The plants of the genus mainly grow in arid and semi-arid climates. Although the highest variety of wild species is found in Mexico, spp. is widely distributed throughout the world.

Effect of Macroalga on Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Obese Rats.

Marine algae are valuable sources of bioactive compounds that have the potential to be used in the management of various pathologies. Despite the increasing prevalence of NAFLD, the absence of an approved effective pharmacological treatment with demonstrable effectiveness persists. In this context, the aim of the present study is to assess the effect of red seaweed dietary supplementation on hepatic lipid accumulation, as well as on oxidative stress, inflammation and fibrosis- related markers on obese / Zucker rats fed with a standard diet, supplemented or not with 2.

Beneficial Effects of spp. on Liver Health.

The genus spp. includes plants capable of growing in arid, temperate and tropical climates. The vast majority of wild species grow in Mexico, but (prickly pear or nopal) is cultivated around the world and it is one of the most studied.

Anti-Steatotic Effects of , and Algae Extracts in AML-12 Hepatocytes.

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is considered the most common chronic liver alteration whose prevalence is increasing in Western countries. Microalgae and macroalgae have attracted great interest due to the high content in bioactive compounds with beneficial effects on health. The aim of the present study is to assess the potential interest of extracts rich in proteins obtained from the microalgae and and the macroalga in the prevention of lipid accumulation in AML-12 hepatocytes.