Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Dietary Connections01:23

Dietary Connections

61.8K
In biological systems, most metabolic pathways are interconnected. The cellular respiration processes that convert glucose to ATP—such as glycolysis, pyruvate oxidation, and the citric acid cycle—tie into those that break down other organic compounds. As a result, various foods—from apples to cheese to guacamole—end up as ATP. In addition to carbohydrates, food also contains proteins and lipids—such as cholesterol and fats. All of these organic compounds are used...
61.8K
Definite Integral01:29

Definite Integral

68
Consider a real-valued function defined on a closed interval. One of the fundamental objectives in calculus is to determine the area under the graph of such a function. When an exact computation is not readily available, this area can be estimated by dividing the interval into a finite number of equal subintervals. Each subinterval corresponds to a rectangle whose width is the length of the subinterval and whose height is determined by the value of the function at a selected point within that...
68
Current Trends in Nursing I01:28

Current Trends in Nursing I

5.5K
Current trends in nursing include:
5.5K
Current Trends in Nursing II01:30

Current Trends in Nursing II

3.5K
Trends in nursing are multifactorial and associated with changes in society, within the nursing profession, and in other professions. Notably, telehealth and remote nursing contribute to successful healthcare delivery for numerous patients and help reduce stress for nurses due to nursing shortages. Nurses can reach patients, monitor their conditions, and interact with them using computers, audio, visual accessories, and telephones—for example, remote patient monitoring systems. Likewise,...
3.5K
Definition of z-Transform01:26

Definition of z-Transform

1.6K
The z-transform is a powerful mathematical tool used in the analysis of discrete-time signals and systems. It is an essential analytical tool, analogous to the Laplace transform used in continuous-time systems. It plays a crucial role in the analysis of signals and systems, complementing the discrete-time Fourier transform. Both the z-transform and the Laplace transform convert differential or difference equations into algebraic equations, simplifying the process of solving complex problems.
1.6K
Pleural Disorders: Types and Brief Description01:30

Pleural Disorders: Types and Brief Description

690
The pleura is a vital part of the respiratory system. It's a double-layered membrane surrounding the lungs and lining the chest cavity. The two layers of the pleura are:
690

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Spent Coffee Ground Extracts: A Sustainable Source of Antioxidant and Immunomodulatory Bioactives for Managing Lifestyle-Related Chronic Diseases.

International journal of molecular sciences·2026
Same author

Mediterranean plants-based dietary supplements: focus on classification and coding.

Natural product research·2026
Same author

From global to local: comparing the EAT-Lancet planetary health diets with the traditional Mediterranean Diet across Mediterranean countries.

International journal of food sciences and nutrition·2026
Same author

Algae-Derived Bioactives Reprogram the Gut-SIRT1-Kisspeptin Axis in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Marine drugs·2026
Same author

Multi-Axis Reprogramming of Muscle-Metabolic Crosstalk by HiLo Platinum™ Restores Strength in Prediabetes via Mitochondrial Activation and Gut Microbiome Remodeling.

International journal of molecular sciences·2026
Same author

Plant foods biodiversity in national food composition databases - The Italian case.

Public health nutrition·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 1, 2026

Iterative Development of an Innovative Smartphone-Based Dietary Assessment Tool: Traqq
04:54

Iterative Development of an Innovative Smartphone-Based Dietary Assessment Tool: Traqq

Published on: March 19, 2021

5.3K

Dietary Lignans: Definition, Description and Research Trends in Databases Development.

Alessandra Durazzo1, Massimo Lucarini2, Emanuela Camilli3

  • 1CREA Research Centre for Food and Nutrition, Via Ardeatina 546, 00178 Rome, Italy. alessandra.durazzo@crea.gov.it.

Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
|December 15, 2018
PubMed
Summary

This study reviews dietary lignan databases, highlighting their importance for understanding the health benefits of these phytochemicals. Lignan databases aid in assessing intake and exploring potential anticancer and antioxidant activities.

Keywords:
dietary intakedietary lignansfood groupsharmonized databasesnational databases

More Related Videos

Deep Neural Networks for Image-Based Dietary Assessment
13:19

Deep Neural Networks for Image-Based Dietary Assessment

Published on: March 13, 2021

10.0K
The ITS2 Database
16:17

The ITS2 Database

Published on: March 12, 2012

32.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 1, 2026

Iterative Development of an Innovative Smartphone-Based Dietary Assessment Tool: Traqq
04:54

Iterative Development of an Innovative Smartphone-Based Dietary Assessment Tool: Traqq

Published on: March 19, 2021

5.3K
Deep Neural Networks for Image-Based Dietary Assessment
13:19

Deep Neural Networks for Image-Based Dietary Assessment

Published on: March 13, 2021

10.0K
The ITS2 Database
16:17

The ITS2 Database

Published on: March 12, 2012

32.3K

Area of Science:

  • Phytochemistry and Nutritional Science
  • Bioactive Compounds Research

Background:

  • Dietary lignans are phytochemicals of growing interest due to potential health benefits, including anticancerogenic, antioxidant, estrogenic, and antiestrogenic activities.
  • Understanding lignan content in foods is crucial for assessing their impact on human health.
  • Databases play a vital role in organizing and disseminating information on phytochemicals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of the current status of dietary lignan database development and management.
  • To describe the characteristics and occurrence of lignans in various food groups.
  • To present the construction and integration of lignan databases into national and European food composition databases.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on lignan characteristics and occurrence in foods.
  • Analysis of the development and management strategies for lignan databases.
  • Examination of existing food composition databases and their inclusion of lignan data.
  • Case studies on the utilization of lignan databases for intake assessment.

Main Results:

  • Lignans exhibit diverse beneficial properties, driving the need for specialized databases.
  • The study details the initial development of lignan databases and their harmonization.
  • Examples of database utilization for estimating dietary lignan intake are presented.
  • The importance of food composition databases in tracking lignan consumption is emphasized.

Conclusions:

  • Dietary lignan databases are essential tools for research into their health effects.
  • Effective management and accessibility of these databases are key to advancing nutritional science.
  • Further development and integration of lignan data into comprehensive food composition databases are recommended.