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The metabolome of [2-14C](−)-epicatechin in humans: implications for the assessment of efficacy, safety and mechanisms of action of polyphenolic bioactives by Ottaviani, Javier I., Borges, Gina, Momma, Tony Y., Spencer, Jeremy P. E., Keen, Carl L., Crozier, Alan, Schroeter, Hagen

“…Diet is a major life style factor affecting human health, thus emphasizing the need for evidence-based dietary guidelines for primary disease prevention. While…”
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Probiotics and immunity by Borchers, Andrea T, Selmi, Carlo, Meyers, Frederick J, Keen, Carl L, Gershwin, M. Eric

“…Probiotics are defined as live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host, including the gastrointestinal…”
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Date Palm Fruit ( Phoenix dactylifera ): Effects on Vascular Health and Future Research Directions by Al-Dashti, Yousef A, Holt, Roberta R, Keen, Carl L, Hackman, Robert M

“…Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death globally, presenting an immense public and economic burden. Studies on cardioprotective foods and their…”
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Copper, oxidative stress, and human health by Uriu-Adams, Janet Y., Keen, Carl L.

“…Copper (Cu), a redox active metal, is an essential nutrient for all species studied to date. During the past decade, there has been increasing interest in the…”
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Neurulation and neurite extension require the zinc transporter ZIP12 (slc39a12) by Chowanadisai, Winyoo, Graham, David M., Keen, Carl L., Rucker, Robert B., Messerli, Mark A.

“…Zn ²⁺ is required for many aspects of neuronal structure and function. However, the regulation of Zn ²⁺ in the nervous system remains poorly understood…”
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Flavanols and cardiovascular disease prevention by Heiss, Christian, Keen, Carl L., Kelm, Malte

“…Diet is a major lifestyle factor in the primary and secondary prevention of numerous chronic diseases, including myocardial infarction, stroke, and diabetes…”
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Intake of dietary procyanidins does not contribute to the pool of circulating flavanols in humans by OTTAVIANI, Javier I, KWIK-URIBE, Catherine, KEEN, Carl L, SCHROETER, Hagen

“…Accumulating data show a causal role for flavanols in the mediation of cardiovascular benefits associated with the consumption of flavanol- and…”
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Lyme disease: A rigorous review of diagnostic criteria and treatment by Borchers, Andrea T, Keen, Carl L, Huntley, Arthur C, Gershwin, M. Eric

“…Abstract Lyme disease was originally identified in Lyme, Connecticut, based upon an unusual cluster of what appeared to be patients with juvenile rheumatoid…”
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Strawberry (Fragaria x Ananassa) intake on human health and disease outcomes: a comprehensive literature review by Charoenwoodhipong, Prae, Zuelch, Michelle L, Keen, Carl L, Hackman, Robert M, Holt, Roberta R

“…Strawberries provide a number of potential health promoting phytonutrients to include phenolics, polyphenols, fiber, micronutrients and vitamins. The objective…”
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Potential roles of dietary zeaxanthin and lutein in macular health and function by Li, Xiang, Holt, Roberta R, Keen, Carl L, Morse, Lawrence S, Zivkovic, Angela M, Yiu, Glenn, Hackman, Robert M

“…Abstract Lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin are three xanthophyll carotenoid pigments that selectively concentrate in the center of the retina. Humans…”
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Structurally related (−)-epicatechin metabolites in humans: Assessment using de novo chemically synthesized authentic standards by Ottaviani, Javier I., Momma, Tony Y., Kuhnle, Gunter K., Keen, Carl L., Schroeter, Hagen

“…Accumulating data suggest that diets rich in flavanols and procyanidins are beneficial for human health. In this context, there has been a great interest in…”
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Amino Acid Digestibility of Extruded Chickpea and Yellow Pea Protein is High and Comparable in Moderately Stunted South Indian Children with Use of a Dual Stable Isotope Tracer Method by Devi, Sarita, Varkey, Aneesia, Dharmar, Madan, Holt, Roberta R, Allen, Lindsay H, Sheshshayee, M S, Preston, Thomas, Keen, Carl L, Kurpad, Anura V

“…Legumes are an excellent plant source of the limiting indispensable amino acid (IAA) lysine in vegetarian, cereal-based diets. However, their digestibility is…”
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Dose and Timing of Prenatal Alcohol Exposure and Maternal Nutritional Supplements: Developmental Effects on 6-Month-Old Infants by Coles, Claire D., Kable, Julie A., Keen, Carl L., Jones, Kenneth Lyons, Wertelecki, Wladimir, Granovska, Irina V., Pashtepa, Alla O., Chambers, Christina D.

“…Objectives Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders are more common in disadvantaged populations. Environmental factors, like suboptimal nutrition, may potentiate the…”
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Plant-Based Foods for Skin Health: A Narrative Review by Fam, Vivien W., Charoenwoodhipong, Prae, Sivamani, Raja K., Holt, Roberta R., Keen, Carl L., Hackman, Robert M.

“…The potential role of plant-based foods in the promotion of skin health is an emerging area of nutrition research. Plant-based foods are rich in bioactive…”
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Goji Berry Intake Increases Macular Pigment Optical Density in Healthy Adults: A Randomized Pilot Trial by Li, Xiang, Holt, Roberta R, Keen, Carl L, Morse, Lawrence S, Yiu, Glenn, Hackman, Robert M

“…Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the third leading cause of blindness worldwide. Macular pigment optical density (MPOD), a biomarker for AMD, is a…”
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The stereochemical configuration of flavanols influences the level and metabolism of flavanols in humans and their biological activity in vivo by Ottaviani, Javier I., Momma, Tony Y., Heiss, Christian, Kwik-Uribe, Catherine, Schroeter, Hagen, Keen, Carl L.

“…Extensive epidemiological and clinical evidence associates diets high in flavanol-containing foods with cardiovascular health benefits in humans. Catechin and…”
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Drug-Induced Lupus by BORCHERS, ANDREA T., KEEN, CARL L., GERSHWIN, M. ERIC

“…:  Drug‐induced lupus (DIL) is a rare adverse reaction to a large variety of drugs with features resembling those of idiopathic systemic lupus erythematosus…”
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(--)-Epicatechin mediates beneficial effects of flavanol-rich cocoa on vascular function in humans by Schroeter, H, Heiss, C, Balzer, J, Kleinbongard, P, Keen, C.L, Hollenberg, N.K, Sies, H, Kwik-Uribe, C, Schmitz, H.H, Kelm, M

“…Epidemiological and medical anthropological investigations suggest that flavanol-rich foods exert cardiovascular health benefits. Endothelial dysfunction, a…”
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Sustained benefits in vascular function through flavanol-containing cocoa in medicated diabetic patients a double-masked, randomized, controlled trial by Balzer, Jan, Rassaf, Tienush, Heiss, Christian, Kleinbongard, Petra, Lauer, Thomas, Merx, Marc, Heussen, Nicole, Gross, Heidrun B, Keen, Carl L, Schroeter, Hagen, Kelm, Malte

“…Our goal was to test feasibility and efficacy of a dietary intervention based on daily intake of flavanol-containing cocoa for improving vascular function of…”
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The implications of autoimmunity and pregnancy by Borchers, Andrea T, Naguwa, Stanley M, Keen, Carl L, Gershwin, M. Eric

“…Abstract There are multiple epidemiological studies that document the potential adverse affects of autoimmunity on nearly every aspect of reproduction, even in…”
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