Respiratory Protective Effects of Perilla Leave Varieties () Against Fine Particulate Matter (PM)-induced Damage in Human Nasal Cells.

Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) is known to exacerbate chronic respiratory disorders, primarily by inducing inflammatory responses and mucus overproduction. Perilla leaves are reported to have significant health benefits, such as antioxidant, antibacterial, and antiallergic properties, attributed to phenolic compounds that vary depending on genetic diversity.

Identification of QTLs and allelic effect controlling lignan content in sesame ( L.) using QTL-seq approach.

Sesame ( L.), an oilseed crop, is gaining worldwide recognition for its healthy functional ingredients as consumption increases. The content of lignans, known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, is a key agronomic trait that determines the industrialization of sesame.

Cranberry Powder Attenuates Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in Rats.

Cranberry powder (CR) is reported to be effective against lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and recurrent urinary tract infections. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men older than 50 years is a common cause of LUTS. Here, we attempted to evaluate if CR is also effective for treating BPH using a BPH-induced rat model, which was orally administered CR.

Study of Quantitative Trait Loci (QTLs) Associated with Allelopathic Trait in Rice.

In rice there are few genetic studies reported for allelopathy traits, which signify the ability of plants to inhibit or stimulate growth of other plants in the environment, by exuding chemicals. QTL analysis for allelopathic traits were conducted with 98 F8 RILs developed from the cross between the high allelopathic parents of 'Sathi' and non-allelopathic parents of 'Nong-an'. The performance of allelopathic traits were evaluated with inhibition rate on root length, shoot length, total length, root weight, shoot weight, and total weight of lettuce as a receiver plant.

Potential geo-discriminative tools to trace the origins of the dried slices of shiitake (Lentinula edodes) using stable isotope ratios and OPLS-DA.

The Lentinus edodes species, known as shiitake, has a history of extensive use in many cuisines in several East Asian countries owing to its unique and pleasant flavor and texture. As international food trade increases, reliable discrimination of geographical origin is becoming increasingly crucial in Korea to identify cheaper imported Chinese shiitake. Herein, stable isotope ratios (i.

Compound-specific δC and δN analyses of fatty acids and amino acids for discrimination of organic, pesticide-free, and conventional rice (Oryza sativa L.).

Herein, we improve the procedure for organic rice authentication using compound-specific δC and δN analyses of fatty acids and amino acids, addressing the increasing demand for accurate methods to confirm organic authenticity. Organic rice (OR) and pesticide-free rice (PFR) featured higher values of δN than conventional rice (CR), whereas the corresponding differences between OR and PFR were insignificant. Additionally, OR, PFR, and CR could be discriminated based on some δC and δN values.

Analysis of Selected Phenolic Compounds in Organic, Pesticide-Free, Conventional Rice ( L.) Using LC-ESI-MS/MS.

Rice ( L.) contains generous amounts of carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, and dietary fibers, in addition to secondary metabolites such as phenols and flavonoids that act as antioxidants. The phenolic compounds detected in rice (organic rice (OR), conventional rice (CR), and pesticide-free rice (PFR)), namely, protocatechuic, gentisic, -hydroxybenzoic, -coumaric, ferulic, salicylic, and caffeic acids, are notable free radical scavengers.

Fatty Acid- and Amino Acid-Specific Isotope Analysis for Accurate Authentication and Traceability in Organic Milk.

The present study describes compound-specific δC and δN analyses of fatty acids and amino acids for improving the accurate authentication of organic milk (OM) against conventional milk (CM) collected in Korea. Most δC and δC values were lower in OM than in CM ( P < 0.05); however, most δN values displayed weak discriminative power for OM authentication.

Regional discrimination of Agaricus bisporus mushroom using the natural stable isotope ratios.

This study was aimed to verify the regional traceability of Agaricus bisporus mushroom using unique δC, δN, δO, and δS features combined with chemometric approaches. Ten cultivars from 15 mushroom farms in six regions of Korea were measured their isotopic signatures by stable isotope ratio mass spectrometer. The δC, δN, δO, and δS values were significantly different among mushrooms collected from six cultivation regions (P < 0.

Discrimination of organic milk by stable isotope ratio, vitamin E, and fatty acid profiling combined with multivariate analysis: A case study of monthly and seasonal variation in Korea for 2016-2017.

This study examined the monthly and seasonal variations of δC, δN, fatty acids (FAs), and vitamin E in organic milk (OM) and conventional milk (CM) collected in Korea during 2016-2017, discriminating OM authenticity with chemometric approaches. Compared to CM, the mean δC and δN values were lower in OM, whereas the mean α-tocopherol and nutritionally desirable FA contents were higher in OM. Furthermore, δC, δN, and FA contents vary significantly with the season in OM, whereas α-tocopherol does not show a specific seasonal trend in either OM or CM.

Evaluation of a newly developed rapid stool antigen test using an immunochromatographic assay to detect Helicobacter pylori.

The ASAN Easy Test H. pylori is a newly developed rapid test for Helicobacter pylori that uses a stool antigen immunochromatographic assay (S-ICT). The aim of this study was to evaluate this kit for the diagnosis of H.

TGFBR2 gene polymorphism is associated with ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament.

This preliminary study assessed the association between ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL) and the transforming growth factor β receptor type 2 (TGFBR2) gene, with autoimmune disease examined as a possible underlying factor. Twenty-one patients diagnosed with OPLL and 42 control patients without OPLL (non-OPLL) were enrolled in the study. The TGFBR2 gene, composed of one promoter and seven exons, including the 5' untranslated region and flanking introns of each exon, was sequenced.

Comparison of the Bactec Fx Plus, Mycosis IC/F, Mycosis/F Lytic blood culture media and the BacT/Alert 3D FA media for detection of Candida species in seeded blood culture specimens containing therapeutic peak levels of fluconazole.

Background: The performance of Bactec Fx Plus Aerobic/F (PA), Mycosis IC/F (MF), Myco/F Lytic (ML) media and BacT/Alert 3D FA (FA) media in detecting 15 Candida isolates in blood cultures to which fluconazole had been added was investigated.

Methods: PA with resin, MF, ML media (n = 360), and FAmedia (n = 120) were tested against Candida albicans, C. tropicalis, C.