The aim of this work was to develop an aromatic lexicon for evaluating different soymilks with two descriptive methods and an instrumental assistance. A list of 20 terms was generated by eight trained panelists through gas chromatography olfactometry and mass spectrum with free choice profiling for three different soymilk samples. During this phase, panelists randomly used words they were familiar with to evaluate the aroma they experienced and then make an agreement on these terms. Data were analyzed via generalized procrustes analysis, two-way ANOVA, and high-frequency analysis to select the most suitable terms. Based on the above list, 14 panelists evaluated the three soymilk samples with citation frequency profiling. The panelists chose the terms from the list that they considered as the most appropriate way to describe the samples. The data were analyzed by corresponding analysis to verify the performance of the panel and chi-square (χ2) analysis to determine the discriminate descriptors, including mushroom, cardboard, beany, porridge, and bean fragrance. Accordingly, the five terms consisted of the aromatic lexicons in soymilks in the present work, which were different from previous studies.
Sugar reduction in food has attracted great health concerns worldwide. Gummies have been one of the most popular and highly favored candies due to their chewable properties, simplicity to swallow, and delicious taste. The general perception is that gummies raise blood sugar levels, but the truth is that gummies with the right formula can control glycemic response. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of the gummy dosage form and sugar types on the glycemic response control. Maltitol and erythritol as sweetener alternatives were applied in gummy candies (total and partial sugar substitutes gummy, T-SG and P-SG), with sucrose-based gummies used as comparisons (CG). A prospective crossover study was then conducted on 17 healthy adults. The effects of different types of gummies on glycemic response in healthy adults were evaluated on the basis of the participants’ glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load (GL) values. Every three-day interval, participants took CG, P-SG, T-SG, and glucose solution, respectively, and the theoretical glucose conversion content was kept the same in all groups for each trial. Each participant performed four tests with each sample and recorded the changes in blood glucose after food consumption. It was found that all three types of gummies slowed down subjects’ glycemic response when not taken in excess, and the improvement effect was in the trend of T-SG > P-SG > CG. Both P-SG and T-SG were low-GI candies (54.1 and 49.9). CG that was not consumed in excess of 17.2 g had a high GI (81.9) but a low GL (<10). Texture analysis and in vitro digestion were used to explore the effect of gummy matrix on glucose release. T-SG and P-SG retained a higher hardness and were less hydrolyzed to release glucose during digestion compared with CG. Additionally, experiments have revealed that gummies can reverse the poor glucose tolerance in women. In conclusion, gummies are a good carrier for dietary supplements due to their sustained-release characteristic of available carbohydrates and provide healthier options for people in control of glucose homeostasis.
Objective To evaluate the predictive value of soluble ST 2 in the prognosis of chronic heart failure .Methods PubMed, EMBASE,SODS,CNKI,CBM and Wanfang database and the Cochrane library were searched .English and Chinese articles were found evalua-ting the prognosis of chronic heart failure .Baseline data and hazard ratio(HR)and 95%confidence interval(CI)were extracted and analyzed using Stata 11.0 software.Results Seven qualified literatures were included .Heterogeneity test indicated that heterogeneity existed between these studies.Statistics was combined using a random effects model .Combined effect of single variable analysis result ,combined HR was 1.62 and 95%CI was 1.48~1.77.Conclusion Effect of multivariable analysis result ,HR was 1.14 and 95%CI was 1.08~1.21.The sensitivity analysis indicated that the results of Meta-analysis was stable.Conclusion Soluble ST2 is an independent risk factor for poor prog-nosis of CHF patients .
Individuals suffering from chronic kidney disease (CKD) frequently face a heightened likelihood of experiencing cardiovascular complications, including heart failure and cardiac mortality. Cardiovascular magnetic resonance feature tracking (CMR-FT) is utilized to assess the micro-contraction function of the myocardium. The objective of this research is to explore the relationship between the left ventricular anatomy, myocardial strain, and the clinical outcomes in patients with CKD.
BackgroundSubclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) often leads to alterations in lipid profile, which may negatively impact humans health. Whether lipids in turn affect the natural history of SCH is unknown. We aimed to assess the association between longitudinal changes in serum lipid levels and the natural history of SCH.MethodsThis retrospective cohort study using data from the REACTION study included 581 patients with SCH who were enrolled between July 1, 2011, and December 19, 2014, with a median follow-up of three [IQR, 2·86-3·21] years. Patients with missing data or conditions that can affect thyroid function were excluded. Changes in serum lipid levels were calculated from serum lipid measurements 3 years apart and classified in two ways: 1) the first, second, and third tertiles of the difference between baseline and follow-up and 2) the percent change from baseline, namely, serum lipid decrease ≥ 25%, minor change, and serum lipid increase ≥ 25%. The natural history of SCH includes regression to euthyroidism, SCH persistence, or progression to overt hypothyroidism (OH). Odds ratios (ORs) were estimated by multivariable logistic regression. Validation was performed on data from a health management cohort study conducted from January 1, 2012, to December 31, 2016, with a median follow-up of two [IQR, 1·92-2·08] years. After using the same inclusion and exclusion criteria as the REACTION cohort study, 412 patients with SCH were eligible for the validation analysis.FindingsThere were 132 (22·7%) men and 449 (77·3%) women in the study, with a median age of 56 [IQR,49-62] years. During follow-up, 270 (46·5%), 266 (45·8%), and 27 (4·6%) patients had regression to euthyroidism, persistent SCH, and progression to OH, respectively. Both grouping manners showed a significant association between changes in lipid levels and the natural history of SCH. A total cholesterol (TC)-level increase was independently associated with a greater risk of progression to OH (OR for ≥ 25% TC increase vs. minor change: 5·40; 95% CI 1·46-21·65), whereas TC-level declines increased the likelihood of regressing to euthyroidism (OR for ≥ 25% TC decrease vs. minor change: 3·45; 95% CI 1·09-12·43). Similarly, the likelihood of regression according to changes in triglyceride (TG) levels exhibited a consistent trend with that according to TC-level changes. A similar pattern of association was observed in the validation cohort.InterpretationChanges in serum lipid levels in SCH are associated with future progression or regression risk, suggesting that the changes in serum lipid levels may affect the natural history of SCH. Clinicians should pay attention to the long-term control of serum lipids levels in populations with SCH, which may benefit thyroid function.FundingThis work was supported by grants from the National Key Research and Development Program of China (2017YFC1309800), the National Natural Science Foundation (81430020, 82070818), and the "Outstanding University Driven by Talents" Program and Academic Promotion Program of Shandong First Medical University (2019LJ007).
Objective To evaluate the therapeutic efficacy and safety of endoscopic sphincterotomy （EST） combined with large balloon dilation for bile duct stones. Methods A total of 83 patients with com- mon bile duct stones were randomly divided into 2 groups to receive standard EST （n = 41, EST group） or EST plus large balloon dilation （ n = 42, EPLBD group） , respectively. The number of endoscopic session, operation time, rates of successful complete stone retrieval, mechanical lithotripsy, and procedure related complication were compared between the two groups. Results The rate of early procedure-related complica- tions was similar in 2 groups （9/41 vs. 7/42, P 〉 0. 05 ）, including perforation （ 1/41 vs. 0/42, P 〉 0. 05 ）, bleeding （5/41 vs. 2/42, P 〉0. 05） and pancreatitis （3/41 vs. 5/42, P 〉0. 05）. The rate of suc- cessful complete stone removal was also similar in 2 groups （39/41 vs. 41/42, P 〉 0. 05）. However, EST group needed more procedure time （38. 8 ± 4. 3 min vs. 29.2 ± 5.3 rain, P 〈 0. 01 ） and use of mechanical lithotripsy to achieve complete stone removal （9/41 vs. 2/42, P 〈 0. 05 ）. Only one patient in EPLBD group （ 1/42, 2.4% ） needed a second ERCP to clear bile duct stone, while in EST group, 8 patients underwent a second procedure （ 19. 5% , P 〈 0. 05）. Conclusion For endoscopic removal of common bile duct stones, EST combined with large balloon dilation is as safe and effective as EST, while easier in manipulation.
Key words:
Common bile duct calculi; Sphincterotomy; Endoscopic; Balloon dilatation
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