Fucoidan is a fucose-rich polysaccharide isolated from brown algae. In the past, various studies have demonstrated numerous physiological activities. Among many benefits, Fucoidan is known for its anticancer effect and is drawing attention. Therefore, the synergistic fucoidan effect of combining Fucoidan and anticancer drugs is being studied as a new anticancer compound. Thus, I would […]
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Recently, some beverages have been mixed with fucoidan in the market. However, most people are not sure yet how the drink with fucoidan has benefits against cancer. Hence, I would like to share a study, “A novel fucoidan complex-based functional beverage attenuates oral cancer through inducing apoptosis, G2/M cell cycle arrest and retarding cell migration/invasion,” […]
Transplantation of hematopoietic progenitor stem cells (HPC) is a treatment that aims to completely cure blood cancers, including immunodeficiency diseases that are difficult to cure with ordinary chemotherapy and immunosuppressive therapy alone. In hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, hematopoietic stem cells are collected in advance from the patient or a donor. Then, they are administered by […]
In the blog, I would like to present the study, “A state-of-the-art review on fucoidan as an antiviral agent to combat viral infections,” by Biswajita Pradhan et al. The study proposes to address fucoidan as a potential protective therapy against COVID-19 and the antiviral activity of sulfated polysaccharides. Even though COVID-19 has declined, it still […]
Cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury is caused by producing various toxic substances in the microcirculation of organs and tissues under ischemic conditions when blood reperfusion occurs. This injury can lead to severe brain disorders, death, or varying degrees of disability. Additionally, ischemic stroke is the most common disease associated with cerebral ischemia. Multiple reasons, including external forces, […]
Bladder cancer has an unpredictable prognosis with a high recurrence rate. Unfortunately, cancer treatment usually has severe side effects, so finding a less or no side effects treatment is crucial for persons who are diagnosed with bladder cancer. However, on a positive note and as per the previous studies, fucoidan has been shown to exert […]
Patients recovering from acute SARS-CoV-2 infection are likely to develop long-term sequelae, which include lung injury, inflammation, neurodegeneration, etc. These conditions are caused by mitochondrial dysfunction. Therefore, searching for alternative therapies is essential to reintegrate cellular homeostasis in SARS-CoV-2-infected individuals. Fucoidan is a polysaccharide derived from seaweed, and as shared in previous studies, it is […]
Endometriosis is a disease in which the endometrium, which generally covers the inner wall of the uterus, develops and continues to grow outside the uterus, including ovaries, peritoneum, and uterine wall. Its pathology is to increase proliferation and migration to promote the progression of the epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT). This condition is most commonly seen in […]
According to Szu-Yuan Wu et al., research mentioned that Radiation therapy (RT) consists of high-energy X-ray radiation intended to target rapidly dividing cells, such as tumor cells. RT damages intracellular DNA, often impairing cell division and subsequent cell death. However, RT requires a balance between destroying cancer cells and minimizing damage to normal cells. Considering […]
Acetaminophen (APAP) is a widely used analgesic and antipyretic drug that acts on the thermogenic center of the brain to expel body heat and reduce body temperature. The recommended dose of acetaminophen is 10-15mg/kg body weight. Hence, excessive use of acetaminophen can cause side effects such as liver damage. On a positive note, fucoidan, a […]