0
Article ? AI-assigned paper type based on the abstract. Classification may not be perfect — flag errors using the feedback button. Tier 2 ? Original research — experimental, observational, or case-control study. Direct primary evidence. Gut & Microbiome Sign in to save

Improvement of the intestinal epithelial barrier during laxative effects of phlorotannin in loperamide-induced constipation of SD rats

Laboratory Animal Research 2023 10 citations ? Citation count from OpenAlex, updated daily. May differ slightly from the publisher's own count. Score: 40 ? 0–100 AI score estimating relevance to the microplastics field. Papers below 30 are filtered from public browse.
Ji Eun Kim, Hee Jin Song, Yun Ju Choi, You Jeong Jin, Yu Jeong Roh, Ayun Seol, So Hae Park, Ju Min Park, Hyun‐Gu Kang, Dae Youn Hwang

Summary

Researchers found that phlorotannin, a natural compound found in brown seaweed, relieves constipation in rats by repairing the intestinal epithelial barrier — the protective lining of the gut — suggesting it may support healthy gut function.

These results provide the first evidence that the laxative activity of Pt in SD rats with Lm-induced constipation phenotypes involve improvements in the IEB.

Sign in to start a discussion.

More Papers Like This

Article Tier 2

Seaweed polysaccharide relieves hexavalent chromium-induced gut microbial homeostasis

Researchers found that seaweed polysaccharides can restore gut microbial balance disrupted by hexavalent chromium exposure in mice, reducing pathogenic bacteria and increasing beneficial species, suggesting a potential dietary intervention for heavy metal-induced intestinal damage.

Article Tier 2

Prevention of Loperamide-Induced Constipation in Mice and Alteration of 5-Hydroxytryotamine Signaling by Ligilactobacillus salivarius Li01

Researchers found that the probiotic Ligilactobacillus salivarius Li01 alleviates constipation in mice by modulating the serotonin signaling pathway, improving intestinal barrier function, and altering gut microbiota composition.

Article Tier 2

Fucoidan from Cladosiphon okamuranus enhances antioxidant activity and prevents reproductive dysfunction in polystyrene microplastic-induced male rats

Researchers tested whether fucoidan, a compound extracted from brown seaweed, could protect against reproductive damage caused by polystyrene microplastic exposure in male rats. They found that fucoidan treatment enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity, reduced inflammation markers, and preserved testicular tissue structure and testosterone levels. The study suggests that fucoidan may help counteract microplastic-induced oxidative stress in reproductive tissues.

Article Tier 2

Melatonin Alleviates Intestinal Barrier Damaging Effects Induced by Polyethylene Microplastics in Albino Rats

Researchers found that polyethylene microplastics damaged the intestinal barrier in rats by causing inflammation, reducing protective mucus, and disrupting the tight junctions between gut cells. The damage was more severe at higher doses and included changes in gut bacteria composition. The study also found that melatonin treatment helped protect against these intestinal effects, suggesting potential avenues for reducing microplastic-related gut damage.

Article Tier 2

Black Lycium barbarum polysaccharide attenuates LPS-induced intestine damage via regulation gut microbiota

Researchers studied whether a polysaccharide from black Lycium barbarum could protect against intestinal damage caused by bacterial toxins in mice. They found that the supplement alleviated intestinal tissue damage and improved gut microbiota diversity by promoting beneficial bacteria. The study suggests that this plant-derived polysaccharide may help maintain intestinal health by modulating the gut microbial community.

Share this paper