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Published on the 1 May 2009

An oligofructose-enriched inulin diet: cognitive and physical performances in rats

The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of long-term intervention with oligofructose-enriched inulin on behavioral cognitive, and visuomotor coordination in rats. Three-month-old m…
Published on the 1 April 2009

Two acute psychotic episodes after administration of bupropion: a case of involuntary rechallenge

Bupropion is an antidepressant drug also used as a smoking cessation aid, which inhibits norepinephrine and dopamine re-uptake. Given its pharmacological properties, it has been associated with report…
Published on the 1 January 2009

Food dextrin protects against colonic inflamamtion and prevents cognitive impairments

The aim of the present study was to investigate the protective effects of the dextrin NUTRIOSE® 6 (Dex) on colonic inflammation. Five percent of Dex or Glucose (Glu) diets were administered for 2 week…
Published on the 1 January 2009

Effect of music therapy on anxiety and depression in patients with Alzheimer’s type dementia: randomised, controlled study

BACKGROUND/AIMS: Numerous studies have indicated the value of music therapy in the management of patients with Alzheimer's disease. A recent pilot study demonstrated the feasibility and usefulness …
Published on the 1 January 2009

Synthesis and rheological properties of hydrogels based on amphiphilic alginate-amide derivatives

New amphiphilic derivatives of sodium alginate were prepared by covalent attachment of dodecylamine onto the polysaccharide via amide linkages at different substitution ratios, using 2-chloro-1-methyl…
Published on the 1 December 2008

Antidepressant-like effects of a cocoa polyphenolic extract in Wistar-Unilever rats

Depression is a major public health problem affecting about 12% of the world population. Drugs exist but they have many side effects. In the last few years, natural substances (e.g. flavonoids) have b…
Published on the 1 December 2008

Effects of lifelong intervention with an oligofructose-enriched inulin in rats on general health and lifespan

Ageing is associated with changes in physiology and morphology; nutritional strategies to decrease morbidity and to prolong life are of high interest. The aim of the study was to investigate the effec…
Published on the 1 November 2008

Impact of sugar replacers on cognitive performance and function in rats

Glycaemic responses to the dextrin NUTRIOSE 6 (Dex) and the MALTISORB maltitol (Mal) have been studied previously but their effects on vigilance and cognitive performances are still not known. The pre…