Oxidative stress (OS), a state characterized by an imbalance between pro-oxidant molecules including reactive oxygen and nitrogen species, and antioxidant defenses, has been identified to play a key role in the pathogenesis of subfertility in both males and females. The adverse effects of OS on sperm quality and functions have

Infertility is defined as the inability of couples to have a baby after one year of regular unprotected intercourse, affecting 10 to 15% of couples. According to the latest WHO statistics, approximately 50–80 million people worldwide sufer from infertility, and male factors are responsible for approximately 20–30% of all infertility

We present a patient with chronic insomnia resistant to traditional pharmacologic (e.g., sedative-hypnotics) and nonpharmacologic (e.g. cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia; CBT-I) therapy. A finding of elevated serum homocysteine triggered a whole genome sequencing analysis which revealed a homozygous methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) gene polymorphism (C677T/C677T; dbSNP rs1801133). Interventions targeting her

We present a patient with chronic insomnia resistant to traditional pharmacologic (e.g., sedative-hypnotics) and nonpharmacologic (e.g. cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia; CBT-I) therapy. A finding of elevated serum homocysteine triggered a whole genome sequencing analysis which revealed a homozygous methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) gene polymorphism (C677T/C677T; dbSNP rs1801133). Interventions targeting her

The real impact of genetic factors on personality is still unknown, even if in literature about 50% of variance in personality traits are considered genet- ically determined. The determination of the genetic vari- ance in personality traits could promote psychological well- being and the prevention of psychopathologies, because there are

Background: Paracrine disruption of growth factors in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) results in production of low quality oocyte, especially following ovulation induction. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of metformin (MET), N-acetylcysteine (NAC) and their combination on the hormonal levels and expression profile of

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune, chronic systemic inflammatory disorder. The long-term use of currently available drugs for the treatment of RA has many potential side effects. Natural phytonutrients may serve as alternative strategies for the safe and effective treatment of RA, and curcuminoids have been used in Ayurvedic medicine

l-theanine, the most abundant free amino acid in tea, has been documented to possess many different bioactive properties through oral or intragastrical delivery. However, little is known about the effect of topical delivery of l-theanine on acute inflammation. In the present study, by using 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate (TPA, 2.5 μg/ear)-induced ear edema

Background: Choline needs are increased in pregnancy. Choline can be used as a source of methyl for homocysteine remethylation to methionine, but choline synthesis requires methyls from methionine. Vitamin B-12 deficiency increases choline use for homocysteine methylation. Objectives: We investigated whether poor vitamin B-12 status occurs and contributes to low

Background: Probiotics may help to prevent symptoms of anxiety and depression through several putative mechanisms. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of Lactobacillus rhamnosus HN001 (HN001) given in pregnancy and postpartum on symptoms of maternal depression and anxiety in the postpartum period. This was a

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune, chronic systemic inflammatory disorder. The long-term use of currently available drugs for the treatment of RA has many potential side effects. Natural phytonutrients may serve as alternative strategies for the safe and effective treatment of RA, and curcuminoids have been used in Ayurvedic medicine

Abstract Objective. To review the benefits and harms of N-acetylcysteine (NAC) in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Method. Literature search was conducted using the bibliographic databases, MEDLINE (Ovid), CINAHL, EMBASE, Scopus, PsyInfo, and PROQUEST (from inception to September 2013) for the studies on women with PCOS receiving NAC. Results.