Tea as a potential chemopreventive agent in PhIP carcinogenesis: effects of green tea and black tea on PhIP-DNA adduct formation in female F-344 rats

The heterocyclic amine 2-amino-1-methyl-6-phenylimidazo[4,5-b]pyridine (PhIP) is formed during the cooking of proteinaceous animal foods (meat, chicken, and fish). PhIP is a carcinogen in the Fischer 344 (F-344) rat; it induces mammary tumors in female rats and lymphomas and colon and prostate tumors in male rats. In F-344 rats, PhIP forms DNA adducts in various organs, including the target organs. Inhibition of PhIP-DNA adduct formation is likely to lead to inhibition of PhIP tumorigenicity. We have examined the chemopreventive properties of green tea and black tea in PhIP carcinogenesis by evaluating their effects on PhIP-DNA adduct formation in the female F-344 rat. Young adult animals were maintained on powdered AIN-76A diet while receiving regular drinking water or 2% (wt/vol) infusions of green tea or black tea for a total of six weeks. During Weeks 3, 4, and 5, all animals received PhIP by gavage (1 mg/kg/day). Three rats per group were euthanized on Days 1 and 8 after termination of PhIP exposure. DNA was isolated from a number of organs and analyzed for PhIP-DNA adducts by 32P-postlabeling assays. Compared with animals on regular drinking water, PhIP-DNA adduct formation was inhibited in small intestine, colon, liver, and mammary epithelial cells (MECs) of animals receiving green tea or black tea as the sole source of drinking fluid. Green tea inhibited adduct formation in colon, liver, and MECs (33.3-80.0%) on both days, but only on Day 8 (54.4%) in small intestine. Black tea inhibited adduct formation on both days in liver (71.4-80.0%), on Day 1 in colon (40.0%), and on Day 8 in small intestine (81.8%); it had no effect on MEC adducts. Neither green tea nor black tea had an effect on adduct levels in pancreas, lungs, white blood cells, heart, kidneys, spleen, cecum, or stomach. Similarly, these teas did not affect the rate of adduct removal (percent change from Day 1 to Day 8) in any organ. It is concluded that green tea and black tea are potential chemopreventive agents in PhIP-induced tumorigenesis in the F-344 rat.     

饮茶抑制大鼠体内杂环胺-DNA加合物形成的机理

目的我们已报告饮茶可有效抑制２氨基１甲基６苯基咪唑并［４，５ｂ］吡啶（ＰｈＩＰ）在大鼠体内形成致癌物ＤＮＡ加合物，本研究旨在探讨这一作用机理。方法ＰｈＩＰ在体内经代谢活化形成终致癌物Ｎ乙酰氧基ＰｈＩＰ，后者与ＤＮＡ结合形成ＰｈＩＰＤＮＡ加合物。本研究模拟体内条件，观察茶水或茶多酚对化学合成的［３Ｈ］Ｎ乙酰氧基ＰｈＩＰ与ＤＮＡ反应的抑制作用，并以高效液相色谱分析反应产物。结果茶水和茶多酚均可显著抑制ＰｈＩＰ与ＤＮＡ结合，抑制效果与加入的茶水或茶多酚呈浓度效应关系。在所测试的茶水和茶多酚中，在同等浓度下，绿茶抑制效果优于红茶，绿茶多酚优于红茶多酚。高效液相色谱分析未发现［３Ｈ］Ｎ乙酰氧基ＰｈＩＰ与茶多酚的结合物，而反应体系中的主要产物是母体杂环胺ＰｈＩＰ。结论茶多酚抑制Ｎ乙酰氧基ＰｈＩＰ与ＤＮＡ结合的作用机理，是直接将Ｎ乙酰氧基ＰｈＩＰ还原成ＰｈＩＰ，使之失去亲电子的能力从而抑制ＰｈＩＰＤＮＡ加合物形成。鉴于茶多酚和Ｎ乙酰氧基ＰｈＩＰ均可在血循环和组织中存在，两者之间的直接反应可能是饮茶抑制体内ＰｈＩＰＤＮＡ加合物形成的机理     

绿茶多酚对顺铂所致大鼠肾毒性的防护作用

[目的 ]研究绿茶多酚 (GTP)对顺铂 (CP)肾毒性的防护作用 ,并探讨其可能机制。 [方法 ]灌胃给予大鼠GTP后腹腔内注射CP ,检测肾脏系数、血清尿素氮 (BUN)及尿N 乙酰 β D 氨基葡萄糖苷酶 (NAG)、血还原型谷胱甘肽 (GSH)与肾皮质丙二醛 (MDA)及线粒体谷胱甘肽过氧化酶 (GSH Px)及尿与肾皮质铂含量 ,观察GTP的防护作用的剂量依赖关系和经时过程。 [结果 ] 2 5 0、5 0 0和 75 0mg/kgGTP预处理后第 5天 ,CP所致大鼠肾脏系数、NAG活性和BUN含量增高均不同程度减轻 ;5 0 0mg/kg组GTP预处理的效果最明显 ,该组肾脏系数、NAG活性和BUN含量分别为 ( 0 79± 0 12 )g/10 0g、( 15 86± 3 2 8)U/gCre和 ( 9 2 7± 3 77)mmol/L ,而CP组这 3项指标分别为 ( 0 96± 0 2 2 )g/10 0g、( 2 3 5 8± 5 45 )U/gCre和 ( 3 1 0 8± 15 0 0 )mmol/L ,上述各项指标两组间的差异有显著性 (P <0 0 5或 0 0 1)。GTP预处理可抑制CP引起的MDA形成增高 ,GSH含量和GSH Px活性下降 ,并能降低CP所致大鼠肾皮质铂含量增高 ,促进铂经尿排泄。 [结论 ]GTP有明显预防CP的肾毒性 ,其部分机制为抗氧化作用 ,还可能与促进铂清除有关。     

Effects of Green Tea and High-Fat Diet on Arachidonic Acid Metabolism and Aberrant Crypt Foci Formation in an Azoxymethane-Induced Colon Carcinogenesis Mouse Model

Excessive fat consumption is a risk factor for colon carcinogenesis, and green tea consumption may reduce the risk of colon and other cancers. The current study was designed to investigate the effects of green tea and a high-fat diet on arachidonic acid metabolism and aberrant crypt foci formation in an azoxymethane (AOM)-induced colon carcinogenesis mouse model. We also determined whether green tea consumption altered the size of regional fat pads. CF-1 female mice were maintained on either a high-fat (20% corn oil) or a low-fat (5% corn oil) diet. AOMwas given subcutaneous at a dose of 7.5 mg/kg body weight at 6 wk and then a dose of 10 mg/kg at 7 wk of age. Two weeks after the second AOM injection, 0.6% green tea (6 mg tea solids/ml) was given as the drinking fluid and continued for 10 wk until the experiment was terminated. In the AOM-treated mice not receiving green tea, the high-fat diet significantly enhanced colonic levels of 5-lipoxygenase, leukotriene A4 hydrolase, and leukotriene B4, but it did not significantly alter prostaglandin E2 levels and aberrant crypt foci formation. In AOM-treated mice on the high-fat diet, green tea significantly decreased colonic levels of cytosolic phospholipase A2, 5-lipoxygenase, and leukotriene B4; green tea treatment also decreased the number of aberrant crypt foci (P < 0.05). The weights of parametrial and retroperitoneal fat pads were increased by the high-fat diet and decreased by green tea treatment. The current results indicate that green tea consumption and dietary fat modulate 5-lipoxygenase-dependent pathway of arachidonic acid metabolism during AOM-induced colon carcinogenesis. Green tea inhibits ACF formation in mice on a high corn oil diet, suggesting its possible inhibitory effect on colon carcinogenesis in populations such as those in Western countries that consume high amounts of fat.     

Chemopreventive Effects of Soy Protein and Purified Soy Isoflavones on DMBA-Induced Mammary Tumors in Female Sprague-Dawley Rats

There are conflicting reports on the effect of soy and its components on mammary carcinogenesis in adult female rats, mainly because of different rodent models that are used in chemoprevention studies. The present study was undertaken to compare the tumor-preventative effects of soy protein isolate (SPI) and two of its isoflavones in a "standard" model that had been used for the identification of many chemopreventive agents. Six groups of female Sprague-Dawley rats were provided with modified cornstarch AIN-76A diets supplemented as follows: no additional agents (control), purified genistein (200 mg/kg diet), purified daidzein (200 mg/kg diet), genistein + daidzein (100 mg/kg diet each), SPI containing normal levels of isoflavones (SPI-n), or SPI depleted of isoflavones (SPI-d). Mammary carcinomas were induced by 7,12-dimethylbenz[a]anthracene (DMBA) introduced 1 wk after the animals began consuming the experimental diets. At the end of the study (120 days after DMBA treatment), no significant differences were found among the six groups with respect to tumor incidence or survival, nor was there a significant reduction in tumor multiplicity in the genistein or genistein + daidzein group. However, there was a 32% reduction in tumor multiplicity in the daidzein and SPI-n groups relative to the control group (P ? 0.05). The most effective diet was SPI-d, which produced a 50% reduction in tumor multiplicity relative to the control (P ? 0.01). The difference between the SPI-d group and the daidzein or SPI-n group was not significant. Median tumor latency was increased from 53 days in the control group to 68 days in the daidzein group and to 72 days in the SPI-d group, but these differences were not statistically significant. These results show that daidzein and SPI (with normal or low levels of isoflavones) are effective inhibitors of DMBA-induced mammary tumors in adult rats.     

Black Raspberries and Their Anthocyanin and Fiber Fractions Alter the Composition and Diversity of Gut Microbiota in F-344 Rats

Natural compounds can alter the diversity and composition of the gut microbiome, potentially benefiting our health. We previously demonstrated chemopreventive effects of black raspberries (BRBs) in colorectal cancer, which is associated with gut dysbiosis. To investigate the effects of whole BRBs and their fractions on gut microbiota, we fed F-344 rats a control diet, 5% BRBs, the BRB anthocyanin fraction, or the BRB residue fraction for 6 weeks. Feces were collected at baseline and at weeks 3 and 6, and bacterial sequence counts were analyzed. We observed distinct patterns of microbiota from different diet groups. Beta diversity analysis suggested that all diet groups exerted time-dependent changes in the bacterial diversity. Hierarchical clustering analysis revealed that post-diet fecal microbiota was segregated from baseline fecal microbiota within each diet. It is interesting to note that fractions of BRBs induced different changes in gut bacteria compared to whole BRBs. The abundance of specific microbial species known to have anti-inflammatory effects, such as Akkermansia and Desulfovibrio, was increased by whole BRBs and their residue. Further, butyrate-producing bacteria, e.g., Anaerostipes, were increased by whole BRBs. Our results suggest that whole BRBs and their fractions alter the gut microbiota in ways that could significantly influence human health.     

Effects of benzo(a)pyrene on intra-testicular function in F-344 rats

The objective of this study was to evaluate the reproductive risk associated with exposure of adult male Fisher-344 (F-344) rats to inhaled benzo(a)pyrene (BaP), a ubiquitous environmental toxicant present in cigarette smoke, automobile exhaust fumes and industrial emissions. Rats were assigned randomly to a treatment or control group. Treatment consisted of exposure of rats via nose-only inhalation to 75 microg BaP/m3, 4 hours daily for 60 days, while control animals were unexposed (UNC). Blood samples were collected immediately on day 60 of exposures (time 0) and subsequently at 24, 48, and 72 hours, to assess the effect of exposures to BaP on plasma testosterone and luteinizing hormone (LH) concentrations. Mean testis weight, total weight of tubules and total tubular length per paired testes were reduced 33% (P < 0.025), 27% (P < 0.01) and 39%, respectively in exposed rats (P < 0.01) compared with UNC rats. The number of homogenization -resistant spermatids was significantly reduced in BaP-exposed versus UNC rats. Plasma testosterone and intra-testicular testosterone (ITT) concentrations were significantly decreased by BaP compared with those of UNC rats. The decreases in circulating plasma testosterone were accompanied by concomitant increases in plasma LH concentrations in BaP-exposed versus control rats (P < 0.05). These data suggest that 60 days exposure to inhaled BaP contribute to reduced testicular endocrine and spermatogenic functions in exposed rats.     

绿茶抑制大鼠体内杂环胺-DNA加合物的形成

食物中的致突变物２－氨基－１－甲基－６－苯基咪唑并「４，５－ｂ」吡啶可诱发大鼠结肠和乳腺肿瘤，而且与人类癌症特别是结肠和直肠癌的密切关系。本研究以致癌物－ＤＮＡ加合物为生物标记物，观察绿茶对ＰｈＩＰ致癌作用的预防效果及机理。     

Dose-Related Modulatory Effects of Polymeric Black Tea Polyphenols (PBPs) on Initiation and Promotion Events in B(a)P and NNK-Induced Lung Carcinogenesis

Our understanding of dose-related effects of polymeric black tea polyphenols (PBPs), the most abundant polyphenols in black tea, is limited. In the present study, the effect of various doses of black tea (0.75, 1.5, and 3%)-derived PBP-rich extract on biochemical parameters and lung carcinogenicity in A/J mice was investigated. Pretreatment with PBPs showed the dose-related decrease in B(a)P-induced expression and activity of CYP1A1 in the liver while CYP1A2 expression and activity in the lung. Dose-dependent significant increase in PBP-mediated over-expression and activity of GSTs (alpha in the liver while pi in the lung) were observed in polyphenol-treated groups. Significant dose-related decrease in number and intensity of BPDE-DNA adducts were observed in liver and lung. Black tea (1.5%, 3%)-derived PBPs showed dose-mediated decrease in lung tumor incidence and multiplicity which was further correlated with different molecular markers like cell proliferation and apoptosis in B(a)P and NNK model. In conclusion, dose-dependent chemopreventive effects of PBPs, both anti-initiating (induction of phase II and inhibition of carcinogen-induced phase-I enzymes leading to decrease in BPDE-DNA adducts) and anti-promoting (decreased cell proliferation and increased apoptosis lowering incidence and/or multiplicity of lung lesions), were observed in A/J mice without significant toxicity.     

Chemopreventive Effects of Eryngium foetidum L. Leaves on COX-2 Reduction in Mice Induced Colorectal Carcinogenesis

To investigate the potential effects of Eryngium foetidum Linn. leaves (EF) in colitis-induced colorectal carcinogenesis in mice by azoxymethane (AOM) and dextran sulfate sodium (DSS), 39 ICR male mice were studied and divided into 6 groups. The mice were received a modified AIN-76 diet in Group 1, whereas Group 2 was given an AOM, DSS, and AIN-76 diet. Groups 3 and 4 were fed with 0.8% and 3.2% freeze-dried EF with AIN-76 diets, for 5 wk. Groups 5 and 6 were fed with 0.8% and 3.2% EF diets for 5 wk during AOM/DSS administration. The mice were necropsied at Week 20 and their colons were collected. The results indicated that the incidences of tumors in Groups 2, 5, and 6 was 100%, 75%, and 88%, with multiplicities (mean ±SE) of 3.75 ±0.92, 2.38 ± 0.96 and 4.25 ± 0.79, respectively. Interestingly, there was a significant difference in COX-2 expression in mice received 3.2% EF in their diet, but the proliferative cell nuclear antigen index and iNOS protein expression were not significantly different. We concluded that EF at a dose level of 3.2% in their diet had a preventive effect on colorectal carcinogenesis via the proinflammatory cytokine, COX-2.     

Mechanisms and Effects of Green Tea on Cardiovascular Health

Green tea, rich in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory catechins, especially epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), has been shown to reduce surrogate markers of atherosclerosis and lipid peroxidation, particularly LDL oxidation and malondialdehyde concentrations, in several in vitro, animal, and limited clinical studies. Epidemiological observations in Southeast Asian countries indicate an inverse correlation exists between habitual consumption of green tea beverages and the incidence of cardiovascular events. A few short-term clinical studies have reported its effects in attenuating biomarkers of oxidative stress and inflammation among smokers, and an ability to decrease postprandial lipemia in hypercholesterolemic subjects has also been suggested. However, further investigations are needed to confirm the potential role of green tea beverages and the safety of green tea supplements in reducing body fat, as well as other biomarkers of cardiovascular disease risks.     

Kombuchas from Green and Black Tea Modulate the Gut Microbiota and Improve the Intestinal Health of Wistar Rats Fed a High-Fat High-Fructose Diet

The Western diet can negatively affect the gut microbiota and is associated with metabolic disorders. Kombucha, a tea fermented by a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY), is known for its bioactive properties and has become popular in the last years. In this study, we evaluated the effects of regular kombucha consumption on the gut microbiota and on outcomes related to the intestinal health of Wistar rats fed a high-fat high-fructose diet. After eight weeks receiving a standard diet (AIN-93M) (n = 10) or a high-fat and high-fructose diet (HFHF) (n = 30) to induce metabolic disorders, the animals were subdivided into four groups: AIN-93M (n = 10); HFHF (n = 10); GTK (HFHF + green tea kombucha (n = 10); and BTK (HFHF + black tea kombucha; n = 10) for 10 weeks. Although body composition did not differ among the groups, the HFHF diet was associated with metabolic alterations, and stimulated the growth of gram-negative bacteria such as Proteobacteria and Bacteroides. Kombucha ingestion could somewhat modulate the gut microbiota, attenuating the effects of a Western diet by increasing propionate production and favoring the growth of beneficial bacteria, such as Adlercreutzia in the GTK group. Our results suggest that regular kombucha consumption may be beneficial to intestinal health, which can be mostly attributed to its high content and diversity of phenolic compounds.     

性别、年龄因素对人肺组织DNA加合物形成量影响的探讨

探讨了ＤＮＡ加合物的量在人肺组织中随年龄、性别的分布。实验结果表明：年龄与肺组织中ＤＮＡ加合物的相关系数很低，不同年龄组ＤＮＡ加合物的平均相对加合物标记（ＲＡＬ）值无显著性差异。男性肺组织中ＤＮＡ加合物的量显著高于女性（Ｐ＜０．０５），除与吸烟因素有关外，男女肺组织中ＤＮＡ加合物量的差异也不能排除内分泌因素的影响。     

Oxidative Effects of Lead in Young and Adult Fisher 344 Rats

Lead poisoning has been extensively studied over the years. Many adverse physiological and behavioral impacts on the human body have been reported due to the entry of this heavy metal. It especially affects the neural development of children. The current study investigates the effect of lead exposure in young (1.5 months) and adult (10 months) male Fisher 344 rats. Five weeks of lead administration resulted in a profound change in the lead levels in the red blood cells (RBCs) of the young lead-exposed group (37.0 ± 4.47 μg/dl) compared to the control (<1 μg/dl) and adult (27.4 ± 8.38 μg/dl) lead-exposed groups. Therefore, this study confirms the fact that gastrointestinal absorption of lead in young is greater than that of adults. Furthermore, glutathione and glutathione disulfide (GSSG) levels in RBCs, liver, and brain tissues were measured to determine thiol status; malondialdehyde (MDA) levels of lipid peroxidation and catalase activity were measured to assess changes in oxidative stress parameters. Liver GSSG and MDA levels were significantly higher in the young lead-exposed group than those in the adult lead-exposed group. In RBCs and brains, however, adult lead-exposed animals have shown more elevated MDA levels than young animals exposed to the same lead treatment. Received: 14 February 2002/Accepted: 6 August 2002     

Effects of Green Tea and Green Tea Incorporated in Nanoparticle Lyotropic Liquid Crystal on Exercise Adaptations: A High-Intensity Interval Training Pre-Clinical Study

Green tea (GT) is a natural antioxidant, sensitive to oxidation after preparation. Lyotropic liquid crystals (LLCs) are nanostructured systems used to incorporate bioactive compounds. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a workout modality that increases the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Thus, this research aimed to compare the effects of GT and GT loaded in LLC in animals subjected to HIIT, considering hematological, biochemical and histological parameters, redox status, and body mass. Monoolein, GT in infusion and Poloxamer 407 were mixed to obtain nanoparticles of LLC (NP-LLC). Healthy male rats were randomized into six groups (n = 6/group): Control (C), GT, GT-NP-LLC, Exercise (Ex), GT+Ex, GT-NP-LLC+Ex. Body weight was significantly lower in all groups subjected to HIIT compared to C. The percentages of body mass reduction were 11.3, 13.0, 10.0 and 11.0% for Ex, GT+Ex, GT-NP-LLC and GT-NP-LLC+Ex, respectively, compared to control. GT-NP-LLC and Ex reduced triglycerides compared to C. GT and GT-NP-LLC supplementation combined with HIIT presented higher muscle hypertrophy (25 and 21%, respectively), better physical conditioning, and reduced body weight gain rate compared to HIIT by itself. Moreover, the effects of GT-NP-LLC itself on body mass and biochemical parameters are promising, suggesting NP-LLC could improve the bioavailability of GT.     

Gut Seasons: Photoperiod Effects on Fecal Microbiota in Healthy and Cafeteria-Induced Obese Fisher 344 Rats

Gut microbiota and biological rhythms are emerging as key factors in the modulation of several physiological and metabolic processes. However, little is known about their interaction and how this may affect host physiology and metabolism. Several studies have shown oscillations of gut microbiota that follows a circadian rhythmicity, but, in contrast, variations due to seasonal rhythms have not been sufficiently investigated yet. Thus, the goal of this study was to investigate the impact of different photoperiods, which mimic seasonal changes, on fecal microbiota composition and how this interaction affects diet-induced obesity development. To this aim, Fisher 344 male rats were housed under three photoperiods (L6, L12 and L18) and fed with standard chow diet or cafeteria diet (CAF) for 9 weeks. The 16S ribosomal sequencing of collected fecal samples was performed. The photoperiod exposure significantly altered the fecal microbiota composition under L18, especially in CAF-fed rats. Moreover, these alterations were associated with changes in body weight gain and different fat parameters. These findings suggest a clear impact of seasonal rhythms on gut microbiota, which ultimately translates into different susceptibilities to diet-induced obesity development. This is the first time to our knowledge that the photoperiod impact on gut microbiota composition has been described in an obesity context although further studies are needed in order to elucidate the mechanisms involved.     

Pre-Administration of Berberine Exerts Chemopreventive Effects in AOM/DSS-Induced Colitis-Associated Carcinogenesis Mice via Modulating Inflammation and Intestinal Microbiota

Inflammatory activation and intestinal flora imbalance play an essential role in the development and progression of colorectal cancer (CRC). Berberine (BBR) has attracted great attention in recent years due to its heath-related benefits in inflammatory disorders and tumors, but the intricate mechanisms have not been fully elucidated. In this study, the effects and the mechanism of BBR on colon cancer were investigated in an azoxymethane (AOM)/dextran sodium sulfate (DSS)-induced colitis-associated carcinogenesis mice model. Our results showed that pre-administration of BBR showed a decrease in weight loss, disease activity index (DAI) score, and the number of colon tumors in mice, compared with the model group. The evidence from pathological examination indicated that the malignancy of intestinal tumors was ameliorated after pre-administration of BBR. Additionally, pre-administration with BBR suppressed the expression of pro-inflammatory factors (interleukin (IL)-6, IL-1β, cyclooxygenase (COX)-2 and tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α) and the cell-proliferation marker Ki67, while expression of the tight junction proteins (ZO-1 and occludin) were increased in colon tissue. Moreover, the levels of critical pathway proteins involved in the inflammatory process (p-STAT3 and p-JNK) and cell cycle regulation molecules (β-catenin, c-Myc and CylinD1) exhibited lower expression levels. Besides, 16S rRNA sequence analysis indicated that pre-administration of BBR increased the ratio of Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes (F:M) and the relative abundance of potentially beneficial bacteria, while the abundance of cancer-related bacteria was decreased. Gavage with Lactobacillus rhamnosus can improve the anti-tumor effect of BBR. Overall, pre-administration of BBR exerts preventive effects in colon carcinogenesis, and the mechanisms underlying these effects are correlated with the inhibition of inflammation and tumor proliferation and the maintenance of intestinal homeostasis.     

Effects of Coffee,Black Tea and Green Tea Consumption on the Risk of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma: A Systematic Review and Dose–Response Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies

Aim: Several studies have evaluated the association between coffee, black and green tea consumption and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL) risk, while the results were inconsistent. We conducted a dose–response meta-analysis of available observational studies to assess the association among coffee, black and green tea intake and the risk of NHL in the general population.

Methods: Studies published up to August 2018 were identified on the basis of a literature search in PubMed, ISI Web of Science, Scopus and Cochrane databases using Mesh and non-Mesh relevant keywords. Relative risks (RRs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) and the dose–response relationships were calculated using random-effects models.

Results: In the meta-analysis of 19 effect sizes (315,972 participants with 4,914 cases of NHL), we found that higher green tea intake was associated with a 39% reduced risk of NHL (pooled RR?=?0.61; 95% CIs?=?0.38–0.99, I²=60.4%, p_{heterogeneity}=0.080) in high- versus low-intake meta-analysis. No association was observed between coffee intake (pooled RR?=?1.21; 95% CIs?=?0.97–1.50, I²=52.6%, p_{heterogeneity} < 0.05), black tea intake (pooled RR?=?1.01; 95% CI?=?0.82–1.24, I²=0%, p_{heterogeneity}=0.875) and risk of NHL in high- versus low-intake meta-analysis.

Conclusions: Findings from this dose–response meta-analysis suggest that green tea intake may be associated with reduced risk of NHL.     

壬基酚对雌性SD大鼠脾脏及脾淋巴细胞损伤作用的研究

目的 研究环境雌激素壬基酚( nonylphenol,NP)暴露对雌性SD大鼠脾组织及脾淋巴细胞的损伤作用,探讨壬基酚对雌性大鼠免疫功能的影响.方法 将32只健康8～9周龄SPF级雌性SD大鼠按体重随机分为溶剂对照组(玉米油)和低(20 mg/kg)、中(80 mg/kg)、高(200 mg/kg)剂量壬基酚染毒组,每...