citrus/inflammation

This is a 127-day study with a cross-over design, divided into three metabolic periods (P1, P2, and P3). For the first 14 days (P1), all subjects will receive two placebo beverages and will be asked to consume one each with breakfast and dinner. Then in metabolic period 2 (P2), subjects will be

Scientific context: Arteriosclerosis is a chronic pathogenic inflammatory-fibro-proliferative process of large and medium-sized arteries that results in the progressive formation of fibrous plaques which in turn, impair the blood flow in vessels. These lesions can either promote an occlusive

This study on the effect of PectaSol-C Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) with subjects selected on the basis of documented PC post local therapy, and biochemical relapse, with linear progression of at least 3 PSA tests in at least 3 months. After initial screening, treatment {4.8 grams (6 capsules) three

In this study, the investigators recruited at-risk individuals (n=26) who were overweight (25.0-29.9 kg/m2) and obese (> 30.0 kg/m2) and likely to exhibit one or more conditions associated with MetS. Participants were >18 years of age, not pregnant, not diabetic, with no unresolved infections or

STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS Overview: This pilot randomized control trial (RCT) will enroll 92 children from 6 months to 6 years of age that have chronic lung disease (CLD) such as bronchopulmonary dysplasia during two pulmonary illness seasons. If the minimum number of patients (n=92) in Season 1 is

Individuals aged 35-60 years and who present at least one of the following criteria: (1) increased fasting blood glucose from 6.1 to 7.0 mmol / L, (2) decreased glucose tolerance of 7 , 8 to 11.1 mmol / L, and (3) glycated hemoglobin with values between 5.7 and 6.4% 10 will be eligible to

We propose to use a supplement made by NutraMetrix (called OPC-3), consisting of oligomeric proanthocyanidins derived from grape seed, pine bark, bilberry, citrus and red wine extracts, to determine effects on endothelial function, lipoproteins and inflammation. The primary outcome measure will be

It will be conducted a post-prandial, randomized, crossover, and double-blind nutritional intervention study. In a first phase, it will be done a pre-selection process with 30 male and female volunteers over 18 years of age. It will be determined hesperidin excreted levels in urine after the

The research team at Cancer Education Center at Samsung Comprehensive Cancer Center has studied CIA and its impact on distress and psychosocial well-being since 2008. We found that more than half of the breast cancer patients experienced higher distress due to CIA, during cancer treatment, and this

Postoperative infectious complications are independently associated with increased hospital length of stay (LOS) and cost, and contribute to significant inpatient morbidity. Despite recent advances in surgical techniques and perioperative management, the rate of postoperative infectious

The research team at Cancer Education Center at Samsung Comprehensive Cancer Center has studied CIA and its impact on distress and psychosocial well-being since 2008. We found that more than half of the breast cancer patients experienced higher distress due to CIA, during cancer treatment, and this

Subjects will be treated with either atorvastatin or placebo. We will test the function of the blood vessels at baseline and after 3 months of treatment. Treatment of people with high blood pressure with atorvastatin is experimental. It is necessary to compare the experimental treatment with placebo