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Observational studyNutrients2024

The Impact of Flavonoid Supplementation on Serum Oxidative Stress Levels Measured via D-ROMs Test in the General Population: The PREVES-FLAVON Retrospective Observational Study.

Giuseppe Di Lorenzo, Antonio Verde, Luca Scafuri, Ferdinando Costabile, Vincenza Caputo, Rossella Di Trolio, Oriana Strianese, Vittorino Montanaro, Felice Crocetto, Francesco Del Giudice and 5 more

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Observational study in Nutrients, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

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15 authors.

Giuseppe Di LorenzoOncology Unit, "Andrea Tortora" Hospital, ASL Salerno, 84016 Pagani, Italy.
Antonio VerdeOncology Unit, "Andrea Tortora" Hospital, ASL Salerno, 84016 Pagani, Italy.
Luca ScafuriOncology Unit, "Andrea Tortora" Hospital, ASL Salerno, 84016 Pagani, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-7410-8300
Ferdinando CostabileOncology Unit, "Andrea Tortora" Hospital, ASL Salerno, 84016 Pagani, Italy.
Vincenza CaputoOncology Unit, "Luigi Curto" Hospital, ASL Salerno, 84035 Polla, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-8750-4492
Rossella Di TrolioUnit of Melanoma, Cancer Immunotherapy and Development Therapeutics, Istituto Nazionale Tumori Istituto di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico Fondazione G. Pascale, 80131 Naples, Italy.
Oriana StrianeseOncology Unit, "Andrea Tortora" Hospital, ASL Salerno, 84016 Pagani, Italy.
Vittorino MontanaroUrology Department, "San Leonardo" Hospital-ASL Napoli 3 Sud., Castellammare di Stabia, 80053 Naples, Italy.
Felice CrocettoUrology Unit, Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Odontostomatology, University of Naples "Federico II", 80133 Naples, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-4315-7660
Francesco Del GiudiceDepartment of Maternal Infant and Urologic Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, 00161 Rome, Italy.ORCID 0000-0003-3865-5988
Raffaele BaioDepartment of Urology, Umberto I, Nocera Inferiore, 84014 Salerno, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-3157-0845
Antonio TufanoUnit of Urology, Istituto Nazionale Tumori IRCCS Fondazione G. Pascale, 80131 Naples, Italy.
Paolo VerzeDepartment of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana", University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy.
Alessia Nunzia CalabreseOncology Unit, "Andrea Tortora" Hospital, ASL Salerno, 84016 Pagani, Italy.
Carlo BuonerbaAssociazione O.R.A. ETS-Oncology Research Assistance, 84134 Salerno, Italy.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundOxidative stress has emerged as a key contributor to numerous NCDs (non-communicable diseases), including cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and diabetes. This study aims to explore the potential of targeted interventions to mitigate oxidative stress as part of a primary prevention strategy.

methodsThe study included 32 healthy participants (11 men, 21 women) aged 45-65 who completed both the initial and follow-up assessments of the Healthy Days Initiative, a community-based wellness program organized by the non-profit Associazione O.R.A. ETS. Through blood analysis, vital sign assessment, lifestyle questionnaires, and individualized recommendations, participants received guidance on improving their health and reducing disease risk. The initiative also offered the opportunity for participants to consume a flavonoid supplement containing quercitrin, rutin, and hesperidin, with the goal of reducing oxidative stress. Participants who opted for supplementation were instructed to take 1-2 tablets daily for two weeks. Data collected included demographic information, anthropometric measurements, vital signs, dietary and lifestyle habits, medical history, WHO-5 Well-Being Index scores, and blood parameters.

resultsSignificant reductions were observed in glucose levels (from 82 to 74.5 mg/dL), reactive oxygen metabolites (d-ROMs) (from 394.5 to 365.5 U.CARR), and systolic blood pressure (from 133 to 122 mmHg) after the two-week flavonoid intervention. Most participants (26/31) reported no side effects, and the majority (30/31) expressed a willingness to continue using a product combination of quercitrin, rutin, and hesperidin or a similar product long-term.

conclusionsWhile limited in scope and duration, the PREVES-FLAVON study contributes valuable insights to the growing body of evidence suggesting that flavonoid supplementation may play a significant role in reducing risk factors associated with NCDs in primary prevention settings. By targeting novel risk factors such as oxidative stress, this intervention holds promise for mitigating the global burden of NCDs and promoting healthy aging.

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Dietary SupplementsFlavonoidsOxidative StressAgedAntioxidantsBlood GlucoseBlood PressureFemaleHesperidinHumansMaleMiddle AgedQuercetinReactive Oxygen SpeciesRetrospective StudiesRutinAntioxidantsBlood GlucoseFlavonoidsHesperidinQuercetinReactive Oxygen SpeciesRutinblood pressured-ROMsflavonoid supplementationglucoseoxidative stressprimary prevention

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PMCPMC11478935

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