Recent studies have established that dysregulation of the human immune system and the
reactivation of latent herpesviruses persists for the duration of a 6-month orbital spaceflight …

Pectin is an acidic heteropolysaccharide found in the cell walls and the primary and middle
lamella of land plants. To be authorized as a food additive, industrial pectins must meet strict …

Omega (ω)-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are naturally occurring substances that
are well tolerated and have been used extensively for the prevention of cardiovascular …

This sco** review aimed to identify current evidence and gaps in the field of long-term
space nutrition. Specifically, the review targeted critical nutritional needs during long-term …

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the
world. CRC is responsible for more than 600,000 deaths annually and incidence rates are …

Objective The omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) has
anticolorectal cancer activity in vitro and in preclinical models. The present study tested …

Background Obesity is a global phenomenon and is associated with various types of cancer,
including colon cancer. There is a growing interest for safe and effective bioactive …

Background Colorectal cancer is the third commonest cancer and the third leading cause of
cancer death among men and women. It has been proposed that dietary factors are …

Natural polymers and its mixtures in the form of films, sponges and hydrogels are playing a
major role in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Hydrogels have been …

Pectins are the major component of plant cell walls, and they display diverse biological
activities including immunomodulation. The pectin macromolecule contains fragments of …