Basic Clin Pharmacol Toxicol June 2017 PMID 28027430

Pharmacological Properties of Melanin and its Function in Health.

Adila Salih ElObeid, Afaf Kamal-Eldin, Mohamed Anwar K Abdelhalim, Adil M Haseeb

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Peak: 2 in Apr 2020
across 3 sources since Jul 2019

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The discussions reflect a mixture of fascination and concern, with posts emphasizing melanin’s health-related functions, like its inflammatory and neurodegenerative roles, and mentioning specific scientific aspects such as TLR receptors. Words like 'interesting,' 'potential,' and expressions of concern highlight both curiosity and cautiousness, shaping an overall moderate but engaged response.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the complex roles of melanin, with some mentioning its potential harmful effects, indicating moderate support with nuanced views.

InterestHigh interest

Participants are highly intrigued by melanin's pharmacological properties, demonstrated by mentions of its health impacts and potential therapeutic or harmful effects.

EngagementModerate engagement

The social discussions show a moderate level of engagement, with some posts referencing specific mechanisms, such as inflammatory pathways and receptors like TLR4, although some remain more superficial.

ImpactModerate impact

While the discussions are active, the overall perceived impact of the article appears moderate, emphasizing the biological importance of melanin but with limited evidence of immediate practical applications.

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Pilgrim
@villagerssn · X

@ScottPrins @HanyelPaulOkolo @lporiginalg The first one is about the possible deleterious effects of melanin and the second has little about CNS effects Nothing close to *running* the nervous system. Correlating skin levels of melanin and intelligence is tenuous at best. https://t.co/dJ2nBC986D https://t.co/OrcLkjkYHz

Dec 4, 2023 · 4 likes · 2,614 followers View post →
tune
@keisuke4713 · X

種々毒素,薬物,化学物質がメラニンに結合⇨皮膚,眼,

Nov 11, 2024 · 1 like · 3,748 followers View post →
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@keisuke4713 · X

https://t.co/E4vBZpotfl メラニン 肝保護,抗発癌,抗炎症効果 食事中の植物メラニン⇨TLR2,TLR4受容体⬆️,TLR4⬆️でメラニンとLPSの類似性は既報告 メラニンとTLR4 Ligandの類似性は メラニンが消化管で同様の保護作用? 細胞保護効果,抗炎症効果

Nov 11, 2024 · 1 like · 3,748 followers View post →
Nature Yogi Marco Andre
@DjMarcoAndre · X

https://t.co/svzu9vdLm3

Jul 1, 2019 · 8,309 followers View post →
#RwandaIsKilling #KongoNaBiso
@Kabisu · X

Affaire @Lord_Lombo: #ElongiOnDiraitButu ... Des propos scandaleux, inadmissibles et intolérables! Chérissez votre #MELANINE. C'est un immense trésor au capital inestimable! https://t.co/8WRtBhdStb

Oct 15, 2019 · 1,920 followers View post →
dinostavern
@hmtozcetin · X

https://t.co/Pc0LVM1csw Melanin ve saglık üzerine!

Apr 19, 2020 · 1,591 followers View post →

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tune
@keisuke4713 · X

https://t.co/E4vBZpotfl メラニン 肝保護,抗発癌,抗炎症効果 食事中の植物メラニン⇨TLR2,TLR4受容体⬆️,TLR4⬆️でメラニンとLPSの類似性は既報告 メラニンとTLR4 Ligandの類似性は メラニンが消化管で同様の保護作用? 細胞保護効果,抗炎症効果

Nov 11, 2024 · 1 like · 3,748 followers View post →
tune
@keisuke4713 · X

種々毒素,薬物,化学物質がメラニンに結合⇨皮膚,眼,

Nov 11, 2024 · 1 like · 3,748 followers View post →
neuroblossom
@neuroblossom · X

UV protection aside, melanin is a very interesting compound https://t.co/qwdBGnmgs6.

Jun 19, 2024 · 1,130 followers View post →
BlackFactsMatter
@BlackFactsMatt1 · X

Pharmacological Properties of Melanin and its Function in Health https://t.co/ic13dz84mH

Apr 24, 2024 · 30 followers View post →
Pilgrim
@villagerssn · X

@ScottPrins @HanyelPaulOkolo @lporiginalg The first one is about the possible deleterious effects of melanin and the second has little about CNS effects Nothing close to *running* the nervous system. Correlating skin levels of melanin and intelligence is tenuous at best. https://t.co/dJ2nBC986D https://t.co/OrcLkjkYHz

Dec 4, 2023 · 4 likes · 2,614 followers View post →
Anthony Jones
@bagan00 · X

Pharmacological Properties of #Melanin and its Function in Health - PubMed https://t.co/RoqeDLKKRw

Oct 9, 2021 · 916 followers View post →
Amy luvs MaryJane #GG33
@amypeterson1739 · X

Pharmacological Properties of Melanin and its Function in Health https://t.co/mdEbxl7rs7

Jul 31, 2020 · 296 followers View post →
The Comment Section
@TheCommentSect4 · X

Pharmacological Properties of Melanin and its Function in Health https://t.co/6AyLEPdP7D

Jul 15, 2020 · 179 followers View post →
Jimmy Tan
@jimmytst · X

Pharmacological Properties of Melanin and its Function in Health https://t.co/0YdlvOVqaX

May 3, 2020 · 123 followers View post →
dinostavern
@hmtozcetin · X

https://t.co/Pc0LVM1csw Melanin ve saglık üzerine!

Apr 19, 2020 · 1,591 followers View post →
EMurp_
@era_murphy · X

...ultimately induce neurodegeneration via inflammatory pathways 52." https://t.co/U5psfbnBht

Apr 14, 2020 · 301 followers View post →
#RwandaIsKilling #KongoNaBiso
@Kabisu · X

Affaire @Lord_Lombo: #ElongiOnDiraitButu ... Des propos scandaleux, inadmissibles et intolérables! Chérissez votre #MELANINE. C'est un immense trésor au capital inestimable! https://t.co/8WRtBhdStb

Oct 15, 2019 · 1,920 followers View post →
Nature Yogi Marco Andre
@DjMarcoAndre · X

https://t.co/svzu9vdLm3

Jul 1, 2019 · 8,309 followers View post →