have been isolated, and these contain sequences ofamino acidsthat can be split off as enkephalins. There are at least three types of receptors on brainneuronsthat are activated by the enkephalins. Morphine and its congeners are thought to exert their effects by activating one or more of these...
although some drugs can form strong chemical bonds with their target sites, resulting in long-lasting effects. Three types of target molecules can be distinguished: (1) receptors, (2) macromolecules that have specific cellular functions, such as enzymes, transport molecules, and nucleic acids, and...
Antacids reduce acidity by neutralizing (counteracting) acid, reducing the acidity in the stomach, and reducing the amount of acid that is refluxed into the esophagus or emptied into the duodenum. Antacids also work by inhibiting the activity of pepsin, a digestive enzyme produced in the stomach...
Consistent detection of cell types responsible for drug metabolism (for example, liver and renal cell types) as well as cell types that are drug targets, such as neurons or oligodendrocytes for Alzheimer’s-protective drugs, could provide strong clinical trial endpoint data when evaluating drug ...
Quinoa is a resilient high-yielding pseudo cereal, gaining attention because of its high nutritional value, strong growth potent ial, and tremendous source of essential amino acids, micronutrients, vitamins, phenolic compounds, and minerals. The main aim of this investigation...
Derived from various tropical plants such as arrowroot plant, tapioca, and cassava,arrowroot powderis a colorless and flavorless thickener that has twice the thickening power of flour, and stands up against acids that normally break down other starches. ...
Moreover, prospective cohort studies and secondary prevention trials have provided strong evidence that an increasing intake of n-3 fatty acids from fish or plant sources substantially lowers risk of cardiovascular mortality. In this article, we review evidence from epidemiologic studies and dietary ...
- 《American Journal of Epidemiology》 被引量: 181发表: 2000年 A prospective study of prepregnancy dietary fat intake and risk of gestational diabetes BACKGROUND: Fatty acids play a vital role in glucose homeostasis; however, studies on habitual dietary fat intakes and gestational diabetes mellitus...
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Chanterelle mushrooms contain a lot of vitamin D2, which helps strengthen your bones, along with a significant amount of protein, iron, amino acids, etc. Well, then how do chefs bring these mushrooms to the dinner table? Chanterelle mushrooms are versatile, so you can serve them sauteing, ...