Selenium nanoparticles reduce liver toxicityChitosan-encapsulated selenium nanoparticles alleviate CCl induced hepatotoxicity through synergistically modulating NF-κB and Nrf2 signaling pathways and regulating Bcl-2 and Caspase-3 expression: A comprehensive study with multiple regression analysis.
High relevance to liver toxicity
We investigated how selenium nanoparticles (Se-NPs) and chitosan-encapsulated selenium nanoparticles (Se-CS-NPs) can mitigate liver toxicity induced by carbon tetrachloride (CCl) in rats. In our study, eighty rats were divided into eight groups, including placebo and control.
The findings indicated that both forms of selenium helped in reducing liver damage by influencing key biological markers. Notably, while selenium was effective, encapsulating it with chitosan did not provide additional benefits. Overall, these nanoparticles could be a valuable treatment option against liver toxicity.
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Selenium and CoQ improve liver healthCoenzyme Q and Selenium Co-Supplementation Alleviate Methionine Choline-Deficient Diet-Induced Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis in Mice.
High relevance for liver treatment
We aimed to investigate the role of selenium and coenzyme Q in addressing liver damage caused by a methionine choline-deficient diet in mice. Over four weeks, mice receiving the combination treatment showed significant reductions in liver inflammation, fibrosis, and oxidative stress.
The results suggested that this combined supplementation might hold therapeutic potential against metabolic dysfunction-associated liver injury. While our findings are promising, they are based on an animal model, and further research is necessary to explore their implications for human liver disease.
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Selenium enhances liver healthGlutathione and Selenium Supplementation Attenuates Liver Injury in Diethylnitrosamine-Induced Hepatocarcinogenic Mice by Enhancing Glutathione-Related Antioxidant Capacities.
High relevance to liver research
We set out to investigate if selenium, along with glutathione, can help reduce liver injury caused by a cancer-inducing substance in mice. Over 20 weeks, we divided male mice into different groups, some receiving selenium and others just glutathione, while monitoring their liver function.
Our findings revealed that both supplements significantly improved liver conditions and antioxidant levels. Interestingly, adding selenium to glutathione treatment worked even better, enhancing the liver’s ability to handle oxidative stress. Overall, selenium appears to be a promising ally in supporting liver health and reducing injury.
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Selenium aids in liver protectionSelenium Attenuates Ethanol-induced Hepatocellular Injury by Regulating Ferroptosis and Apoptosis.
Significant findings on liver health
We explored the potential of selenium in addressing liver damage caused by alcohol. The study employed both in vitro and in vivo methods to assess how selenium affects liver cells exposed to ethanol.
Our findings indicated that selenium improved cell viability, reduced oxidative stress markers, and altered certain protein expressions related to cell death. In particular, selenomethionine showed a notable impact in protecting liver cells.
Overall, selenium appears promising for alleviating ethanol-induced liver injury by regulating important cellular processes. However, results suggest that further research is needed to fully understand its effectiveness.
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Vitamin E shows promise for MASHVitamin E (300 mg) in the treatment of MASH: A multi-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
High relevance to liver disease
We investigated the effects of a daily dose of 300 mg vitamin E for treating metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH). In our study, 124 non-diabetic individuals were randomly assigned to either vitamin E or a placebo.
The results showed that 29.3% of those on vitamin E had improvements in liver histology, compared to just 14.1% in the placebo group. While we saw significant benefits in liver conditions like steatosis and inflammation, 12 serious adverse events were reported, although they weren’t linked to the treatment.
Overall, our findings indicate that vitamin E may offer meaningful improvements in liver health for those with MASH.
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