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  • The expansion of Vγ9Vδ2 T cells with HMBPP and rIL-2 can be limited. The inhibitory effect of Vγ9Vδ2 T cells on intracellular Mtb growth may be affected by various factors. The impact of Vγ9Vδ2 T cells on the inflammatory response during Mtb infection can be complex and difficult to elucidate.

    Vγ9Vδ2 T cells expanded with vitamin C combined with HMBPP in vitro inhibit intracellular Mycobacterium tuberculosis growth · 2025 · DOI

  • The study was conducted in vitro, - The study used a limited number of bacterial strains, - The study did not investigate the long-term effects of Vγ9Vδ2 T cells on Mtb infection

    Vγ9Vδ2 T cells expanded with vitamin C combined with HMBPP in vitro inhibit intracellular Mycobacterium tuberculosis growth · 2025 · DOI

  • Vitamin C deficiency can lead to scurvy, a disease characterized by altered functions of connective tissues. The evolutionary cause of GULO gene pseudogenization is a complex process that requires further research. Understanding the role of vitamin C in gene transcription and epigenetic regulation is a challenging task.

    Vitamin C: From Self-Sufficiency to Dietary Dependence in the Framework of Its Biological Functions and Medical Implications · 2025 · DOI

  • The evolutionary cause of GULO gene pseudogenization is not well understood. The implications of vitamin C deficiency on human health, particularly in relation to aging and age-related diseases, require further research. The role of vitamin C in gene transcription and epigenetic regulation is not fully understood.

    Vitamin C: From Self-Sufficiency to Dietary Dependence in the Framework of Its Biological Functions and Medical Implications · 2025 · DOI

  • the study was cross-sectional, - the sample size was limited to 2,244 children, - the study relied on publicly available data from the NHANES

    Associations of single and multiple vitamin exposure with childhood eczema: data from the national health and nutrition examination survey · 2024 · DOI

  • further studies are needed to investigate the mechanisms by which vitamins contribute to eczema, - longitudinal studies should be conducted to examine the temporal relationship between vitamin exposure and eczema, - studies should explore the potential interactions between vitamins and other environmental factors

    Associations of single and multiple vitamin exposure with childhood eczema: data from the national health and nutrition examination survey · 2024 · DOI

  • Direct methods such as electron spin resonance (ESR) and fluorescent probes measure ROS directly but are limited by the short lifespan of certain species.

    The Importance of Multifaceted Approach for Accurate and Comprehensive Evaluation of Oxidative Stress Status in Biological Systems · 2025 · DOI

  • This review provides a holistic overview of existing evidence on the pleiotropic role of vitamin C in cardiovascular diseases, identifying both the strengths and limitations of current research and highlighting gaps in understandings in vitamin C's underlying mechanisms.

    Vitamin C in Cardiovascular Disease: From Molecular Mechanisms to Clinical Evidence and Therapeutic Applications · 2025 · DOI

  • While preclinical studies have shown promising results, clinical trials have yielded inconsistent findings, due to suboptimal study design, results misinterpretation, and misleading conclusions.

    Vitamin C in Cardiovascular Disease: From Molecular Mechanisms to Clinical Evidence and Therapeutic Applications · 2025 · DOI

  • Dietary interventions to counteract OS in dogs have gained significant attention in recent years, although further research on the topic is needed.

    Oxidative Stress in Canine Diseases: A Comprehensive Review · 2024 · DOI

  • While several reviews have explored the implication of OS in human pathology, an exhaustive review of the canine species is lacking.

    Oxidative Stress in Canine Diseases: A Comprehensive Review · 2024 · DOI

  • The contribution of vitamin C to reducing fatigue, depression, and number of respiratory symptoms warrants further investigation.

    SunGold Kiwifruit Consumption Restores Adequate to Optimal Vitamin C Status in People with a History of Severe Respiratory Infections · 2024 · DOI

  • Although lipid metabolism is linked to its pathogenesis, reliable biomarkers and the impact of modifiable factors remain underexplored.

    Novel Fatty Acid Biomarkers in Psoriasis and the Role of Modifiable Factors: Results from the METHAP Clinical Study · 2024 · DOI

  • Further in vivo studies are warranted to validate these results and explore their therapeutic applications.

    Enhancing Cellular Homeostasis: Targeted Botanical Compounds Boost Cellular Health Functions in Normal and Premature Aging Fibroblasts · 2024 · DOI

  • Short-chain fatty acid receptor FFAR2 serves as an anti-inflammatory biomarker, but its role and mechanism in sepsis-induced lung injury remain unclear.

    The VDR/FFAR2 axis mitigates sepsis-induced lung injury by suppressing macrophage lipid peroxidation · 2024 · DOI

  • The majority of therapeutic approaches remain organ-specific, neglecting to consider aging as a comprehensive systems-level phenomenon. Most current evidence examines single nutrients in isolation rather than the integrated triad of collagen, vitamin C, and vitamin E.

    The triad of collagen, vitamin C, and vitamin E in aging: emerging roles in mood and psychological health, neurotrophic support, cognitive function, endurance, and sarcopenia · 2026 · DOI

  • Despite robust empirical evidence substantiating the synergistic interactions between collagen, vitamin C, and vitamin E supplementa- tion in conjunction with physical exercise among geriatric populations, considerable limitations persist that necessitate meticulous scrutiny. Numerous extant investigations are hampered by restricted sample sizes, short-term intervention durations, and limited follow-up, which complicates the extrapolation of short-term biomarker changes to long- term functional outcomes. Additionally, there is a lack of uniformity in participant characteristics, encompassing variations in age, baseline nutritional status, comorbid conditions, sex, and habitual physical activ- ity levels, which further challenges the generalizability of findings. The inconsistency in supplementation protocols, which includes variations in dosage, formulation, timing relative to exercise, and bioavailability, further complicates the comparative analysis of results across different studies. Likewise, the heterogeneity of exercise interventions, which spans modalities such as RT, BFR, endurance training, and eccentric exercise protocols, contributes additional variability in outcomes, thereby complicating the development of generalizable recommenda- tions for preventive healthy aging rather than treatment of established sarcopenia. The mechanistic comprehension of the subject matter remains incomplete; the influence of antioxidant supplementation on exercise-induced signaling cascades, encompassing MPS, mitochon- drial adaptation, redox-sensitive pathways, inflammatory modulation, and immune responses, continues to be insufficiently investigated. Moreover, most studies examine single nutrients in isolation rather than the integrated collagen–vitamin C–vitamin E triad, which limits mech- anistic clarity across musculoskeletal, metabolic, vascular, hepatic, immune, and cognitive systems. Some empirical evidence suggests that high-dose antioxidants may diminish specific adaptive responses to exercise; however, these interactions are not thoroughly elucidated within geriatric populations. Future research should prioritize well- powered, longitudinal, randomized controlled trials with multi-omic approaches (metabolomics, proteomics, genomics) and sophisticated biomarkers of oxidative stress, inflammation, immune functionality, and muscle-tendon adaptation. Studies should also stratify participants by age, baseline nutrition, training status, sex, and comorbidity profile to understand differential responses and optimize preventive outcomes. Furthermore, nascent research should examine the synergistic effects of combined nutraceutical interventions, optimal dosing regimens, timing relative to exercise, and precision-targeted exercise prescriptions to enhance musculoskeletal, metabolic, vascular, hepatic, immune, and cognitive outcomes in aging populations, with a clear focus on prophy- lactic, preventive strategies rather than therapeutic interventions for established sarcopenia or age-related disease.

    The triad of collagen, vitamin C, and vitamin E in aging: emerging roles in mood and psychological health, neurotrophic support, cognitive function, endurance, and sarcopenia · 2026 · DOI

  • The independent effect of plasma vitamin C levels on brain structure and neural connectivity is unclear. There is a need to investigate the association between plasma vitamin C levels and brain volume and DMN connectivity in older adults.

    Plasma vitamin C levels are associated with brain structural networks on MRI: A large cohort study · 2026 · DOI

  • The review was limited by the small number of studies and the heterogeneity of study designs, patient populations, and outcomes. The review was also limited by the lack of standardized outcome measures and the inconsistent reporting quality of the included studies.

    Oral vitamin B₁₂ after total gastrectomy for gastric cancer: mapping the evidence · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of high-quality evidence on the efficacy, safety, and implementation of oral vitamin B₁₂ supplementation in patients after total gastrectomy for gastric cancer. There is a need for further research on the optimal dosage and duration of oral vitamin B₁₂ supplementation.

    Oral vitamin B₁₂ after total gastrectomy for gastric cancer: mapping the evidence · 2026 · DOI

  • The errors in previous reviews and analyses have led to misleading descriptions of vitamin C and the common cold. There is a need for an accurate assessment of vitamin C's effectiveness in preventing or treating the common cold.

    Statements on Vitamin C and the Common Cold in the Cecil Textbook on Medicine · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of consideration of vitamin C's influence on stromal and epithelial cells in PDAC and benign/inflammatory pancreatic diseases

    The Influence of Vitamin C on Stromal and Epithelial Cells of the Pancreas in Malignant and Benign/Inflammatory Pancreatic Diseases: Protocol for a Scoping Review · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need for integrated multidisciplinary approaches to understand immune regulation and develop novel ways for disease prevention, diagnosis, and therapy. The study identifies a gap in the treatment of bacterial diseases, highlighting the potential of plant-derived antimicrobial strategies.

    IMMUNE RESPONSES TO SOME HEALTH ISSUES: A REVIEW · 2026 · DOI

  • The inconsistent data on how Vitamin C affects 5mC levels. The potential for renal damage due to oxalate formation specifically in patients with pre-existing kidney disease. The need for careful consideration of patient demographic data to avoid clinical complications.

    Unlocking the epigenetic potential of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) in cancer therapy · 2026 · DOI

  • The inconsistent data on how Vitamin C affects 5mC levels. The need for further research on the role of Vitamin C in epigenetic treatment and cancer therapy.

    Unlocking the epigenetic potential of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) in cancer therapy · 2026 · DOI

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