Endocrine, Metabolic & Immune Disorders-Drug Targets (Formerly Current Drug Targets - Immune, Endocrine & Metabolic Disorders) - Volume 24, Issue 15, 2024

BackgroundFrom the late 1980s to the early 1990s, micronutrients were associated with the concept of healthy aging and it was deemed as important to recognize eating lifestyles that better involved these healthy macronutrients.MethodsThe present integrative differencing literature review aimed to identify correlations between healthy longevity and both the Mediterranean (MD) and the Japanese diet (JD).ResultsA re Read More

IntroductionThe present study aimed at all the benefits induced by taking the Mediterranean or Japanese diet among nurses and whether any beneficial differences in intakes between the two diets were considered.MethodsThe author searched PubMed and Embase databases for medical subheadings terms and free full text referring to “Diet,” “Mediterranean,” “Japanese,” and “Nurses” before 31st December 2022.Results Read More

The gut microbiome is a complex ecosystem, mainly composed of bacteria, that performs essential functions for the host. Its composition is determined by many factors; however, diet has emerged as a key regulator. Both the Mediterranean (MD) and Japanese (JD) diets have been associated with significant health benefits and are therefore considered healthy dietary patterns. Both are plant-based diets and althoug Read More

The Mediterranean dietary pattern (MDP) and Japanese dietary pattern (JDP) have received increasing attention from the scientific community and media, predominantly due to their association with increased longevity and health. Although similarities between the two dietary patterns are evident, a detailed comparison between them is still relatively unexplored. This narrative review aimed to explore the similarities and dif Read More

Panax ginseng is one of the most important remedies in ancient Eastern medicine. In the modern Western world, its reputation started to grow towards the end of the XIX century, but the rather approximate understanding of action mechanisms did not provide sufficient information for an appropriate use. Nowadays, Panax ginseng is frequently used in some pathological conditions, but the comprehension of its potential be Read More

Longevity has been associated with healthy lifestyles, including some dietary regimens, such as the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) and the Blue Zone (BZ) diets. MedDiet relies on a large consumption of fruit, vegetables, cereals, and extra-virgin olive oil, with less red meat and fat intake. Four major BZ have been recognized in the world, namely, Ogliastra in Sardinia (Italy), Ikaria (Greece), the Peninsula of Nicoya (Costa Rica), a Read More

Although the Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) may appear simple and locally inspired based on the provided definitions, mounting evidence reveals that adopting a dietary pattern aligned with MedDiet principles can yield numerous health benefits. Also, the MedDiet stands as the gold standard in preventive medicine, so it is not a simplistic diet centered around specific ingredients or cooking methods; instead, it emerges from a di Read More

The Mediterranean diet, listed as the intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO, is known as healthy and consumed worldwide. The Japanese diet is also listed and considered healthy. This narrative review compares the Mediterranean diet with its Japanese counterpart. Research has reported that people in Mediterranean regions, such as Italy and Greece, have one-third of the mortality ratio from cardiovascular d Read More

Milk is a food enriched in essential components for human health. Especially, in the Mediterranean area, besides cow’s milk, milk from goats, sheep, and donkeys, is largely used. The consumption of animal milk is an important component of the Mediterranean (MED) diet, even if in moderate amounts. Milk is a complete food since it contains proteins, carbohydrates, and fats, as well as micronutrients (minerals and v Read More

BackgroundCOVID-19 is a new pandemic and the best protection against this infection is by vaccination.AimsThis study aims to assess the commitment to COVID-19 health precautions and willingness to receive vaccination among the Palestinian population.MethodsAn online-based survey was carried out for an observational cross-sectional study. A total of 1367 participants were recruited conveniently between Febr Read More

ObjectiveSeveral circular RNAs are associated with important pathophysiological characteristics of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). This study intended to measure the expression of circ-PNPT1 in sera of GDM patients and to expound on its values on pregnancy outcomes.MethodsTotally 104 GDM patients and 71 healthy controls were recruited. The expression pattern of serum circ-PNPT1 was measured by reverse transc Read More

ObjectivePatients with impaired glucose metabolism have increased thyroid volume and a higher prevalence of nodules. Yet, some studies show that there is an improvement in these thyroid parameters after diabetes treatment. Our observational study aimed to reveal the effect of treatment on thyroid function, thyroid volume, and the presence of nodules in newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients Read More

IntroductionSince December 2019, severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has affected millions of people, causing the COVID-19 global pandemic. The use of novel technologies led to the development of different types of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines that have reduced severe disease courses and related deaths. Besides the positive impact of vaccination on the pandemic, local and systemic side effects Read More