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Hydrogel that forms inside the stomach for treating colon inflammation and related colorectal cancer

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Abstract

Twin-Drink therapy significantly reduced inflammation and tumor occurrence in a colorectal cancer mouse model.

  • Oral administration of Twin-Drink leads to successful gel formation in the stomach.
  • The therapy protects and delivers nanoparticles and anthocyanin to the site of inflammation.
  • Released nanoparticles may inhibit tumor growth by blocking energy production pathways and promoting cell death.
  • Anthocyanin could reduce inflammation and improve gut microbiota balance.
  • Twin-Drink is associated with restoring colon length and improving gut-brain signaling linked to behavior.

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