| Title: |
Exploring the Role of Mediterranean and Westernized Diets and Their Main Nutrients in the Modulation of Oxidative Stress in the Placenta: A Narrative Review. |
| Authors: |
García-Montero, Cielo, Fraile-Martinez, Oscar, De Leon-Oliva, Diego, Boaru, Diego Liviu, Garcia-Puente, Luis M., De León-Luis, Juan A., Bravo, Coral, Diaz-Pedrero, Raul, Lopez-Gonzalez, Laura, Álvarez-Mon, Melchor, García-Honduvilla, Natalio, Saez, Miguel A., Ortega, Miguel A. |
| Source: |
Antioxidants; Nov2023, Vol. 12 Issue 11, p1918, 26p |
| Subject Terms: |
OXIDATIVE stress, MEDITERRANEAN diet, MONOUNSATURATED fatty acids, FETAL growth retardation, PLACENTA, UNSATURATED fatty acids, NUTRIENT uptake |
| Abstract: |
Oxidative stress is a major cellular event that occurs in the placenta, fulfilling critical physiological roles in non-pathological pregnancies. However, exacerbated oxidative stress is a pivotal feature of different obstetric complications, like pre-eclampsia, fetal growth restriction, and other diseases. Compelling evidence supports the relevant role of diet during pregnancy, with pleiotropic consequences for maternal well-being. The present review aims to examine the complex background between oxidative stress and placental development and function in physiological conditions, also intending to understand the relationship between different dietary patterns and the human placenta, particularly how this could influence oxidative stress processes. The effects of Westernized diets (WDs) and high-fat diets (HFDs) rich in ultra-processed foods and different additives are compared with healthy patterns such as a Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) abundant in omega 3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, monounsaturated fatty acids, polyphenols, dietary fiber, and vitamins. Although multiple studies have focused on the role of specific nutrients, mostly in animal models and in vitro, further observational and intervention studies focusing on the placental structure and function in women with different dietary patterns should be conducted to understand the precise influence of diet on this organ. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: |
Complementary Index |
