Selenium (Se) is an important micronutrient that, as a component of selenoproteins, influences oxidative and inflammatory processes. Its' levels vary considerably, with different ethnic and geographic population groups showing varied conditions, ranging from frank Se deficiencies to toxic effects. An optimum Se level is essential for the maintenance of homeostasis, and this optimum may vary acc...

Submit Manuscript | http://medcraveonline.com Abbreviations: PUFA: Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid; PCR: Polymerase Chain Reaction; DNA: Deoxyribonucleic Acid; RNA: Ribonucleic Acid; SFA: Saturated Fatty Acid; MUFA: Monounsaturated Fatty Acid; SCD: Δ9-desaturase; FASN: Fatty Acids Synthase; STAT5: Signal Transducer and Activator of Transcription 5; CEBPA: CCAAT/Enhancer-Binding protein (alpha); CLA:...

Previous research suggests that effective lifestyle interventions for solid organ transplant (SOT) recipients must be tailored to address the unique life circumstances of this population. As few studies have investigated design consideration, study aimed explore perspectives and experiences SOT after completing a Group Lifestyle Balance™ [GLB]-based intervention incorporating either (a) standar...

BACKGROUND Nutrigenomics science examines the response of individuals to food compounds using post-genomics technology. It is expected that in the future, personalized nutrition advice can be provided based on information about genetic make-up. OBJECTIVES Gene-based personalized nutrition advice emerges at the junction of different disciplines and technologies and may directly influence peopl...

Issues arising in connection with genes and nutrition policy include both nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics. Nutrigenomics considers the relationship between specifc nutrients or diet and gene expression and, it is envisaged, will facilitate prevention of diet-related common diseases. Nutrigenetics is concerned with the effects of individual genetic variation (single nucleotide polymorphisms) on ...