Stable Gastric Pentadecapeptide BPC 157 and Wound Healing

Significance: The antiulcer peptide, stable gastric pentadecapeptide BPC 157 (previously employed DHA in ulcerative colitis and multiple sclerosis trials, no reported toxicity (LD1 not achieved)), is reviewed, focusing on the particular skin wound therapy, incisional/excisional wound, deep burns, diabetic ulcers, and alkali burns, which may be gene

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Free and Conjugated Phenolic Profiles and Antioxidant Activity in Quinoa Seeds and Their Relationship with Genotype and Environment

The nutraceutical interest in quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa Willd.) seeds is associated with the presence of macronutrients, micronutrients, minerals, vitamins, and polyphenols.In particular, polyphenols contribute to the health-promoting effects of this food crop, and their levels are influenced by environmental conditions.Production of quinoa is rec

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Sexual practices, risk perception and HIV self-testing acceptability among long-distance truck drivers in Ekiti State, Nigeria

Background: HIV/AIDS is a global health challenge with a high burden in sub-Saharan Africa.Long-distance drivers are a high-risk group whose assessment of HIV status, awareness and willingness to undergo HIV self-testing (HIVST) could help prevent the spread of HIV infections.Objective: This study examined the sexual practices, risk perception and

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Teens Taking Charge: A Randomized Controlled Trial of a Web-Based Self-Management Program With Telephone Support for Adolescents With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

BackgroundJuvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a serious and potentially debilitating pediatric illness.Improved disease self-management may help to improve health outcomes.ObjectiveThis study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Pier Shelf Teens Taking Charge Web-based self-management intervention in reducing symptoms and improving health-

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