Capsaicin induces a protective effect on gastric mucosa along with decreased expression of inflammatory molecules in a gastritis model
Capsaicin (CPS) is a pungent compound found in Capsicum annuum that has shown anti-inflammatory properties. About 50% of the worldwide population suffer from gastrointestinal disorders and treatment guidelines restrict chili pepper consumption. Our objective was to evaluate the effect of CPS consump...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2019-08-01
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Series: | Journal of Functional Foods |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1756464619303184 |