The Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is a critical public health problem due to its detrimental effects on the liver, leading to the development of liver cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. If hepatitis persists, it may progress to chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, and even liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma). A vaccine for hepatitis B is available, yet it […]
Category: Fucoidan Research
Fucoidan induces apoptosis in triple-negative breast cancer cells through the PI3K/AKT/GSK3β pathway
Fucoidan, extracted from wakame seaweed, has demonstrated its ability to display anticancer properties in different types of tumor cells. The positive outcome has led to its recognition as a potential candidate for cancer treatment, praised for its low toxicity. Besides previous research findings, it has been discovered that fucoidan, which is a sulfated polysaccharide obtained […]
Radiation therapy (RT) is widely recognized as a significant treatment option for numerous cancer types. However, it is important to acknowledge that it can result in the development of radiation pneumonitis (RP). Radiation pneumonitis is a type of pneumonia caused by damage to the lungs caused by radiation therapy for cancer in the chest (lung […]
Pancreatic cancer, specifically pancreatic adenocarcinoma, which is the most common type, is known for its dismal prognosis, making it the fourth leading cause of cancer-related death. Hypoxia serves as a prominent mechanism of treatment resistance in pancreatic cancer. Therefore, it is imperative to develop innovative therapeutic interventions that can promptly tackle and mitigate the effects […]
In this blog, I would like to share about the effects of fucoidan on splenic dendritic cell (DC) function and the research “Fucoidan Can Function as an Adjuvant In Vivo to Enhance Dendritic Cell Maturation and Function and Promote Antigen-Specific T Cell Immune Responses” by Jun-O Jin et al. The study investigated its adjuvant effect […]
The primary focus of this blog is to provide information on a specific type of brown algae called “Fuscus spp.” Hence, the article will review various studies that have been conducted on the nutritional and phytochemical composition of these algae. The primary aim is to inform readers about the research that primarily focuses on the […]
Fatigue is a state of reduced physical activity accompanied by the characteristic discomfort and desire to rest caused by excessive physical and mental activity or disease, and exercise brings about changes in metabolism such as energy provision like cardiovascular, respiratory, thermoregulatory, and hormonal responses. As a result, demands that exceed the capacity of one or […]
Hypoxia is the condition of inadequate oxygen supply in body tissues, which can be local or systemic. It involves a decrease in vital signs such as activity tolerance and consciousness level. The artificially induced hypoxic condition, known as artificial hypoxia, can lead to the lethality of cancerous cells by depriving them of oxygen. Hence, Hypoxia […]
Fucoidan, a sulfated polysaccharide that comprises fucose, is obtained from wakame seaweed. Marine organisms, especially brown algae like laminaria and fucus, are the primary sources of fucoidan. In previous studies, the efficacy of fucoidan is demonstrated in vitro and it is known to have low toxicity. This makes it a suitable drug for the prevention […]
Pancreatic cancer is primarily found in the pancreatic duct, and the histological subtype that is most commonly associated with this cancer is adenocarcinoma, which has a notoriously poor prognosis. According to medical research, pancreatic cancer has a propensity to metastasize in the lymph nodes and liver that are situated near the pancreas, and this tends […]