Common Names: sour orange
Researchers studied eriodictyol, a compound in Citrus aurantium L. var. amara Engl., known for anti-obesity potential. Understanding its effects can lead to new treatments for obesity.
Researchers investigated the Sinisan formula's impact on neuron activity and circuits for treating depression. Understanding its mechanisms can lead to improved treatment options for depression.
Researchers analyzed the antifungal properties of bitter orange peel decoction, identifying coumarins and flavones as key inhibitors of a melon phytopathogen. This study provides insights for utilizing unexplored food sources in drug development.
Chinese medicine therapies show promise in treating Parkinson's disease in controlled settings. However, real-world usage and patient demographics remain unclear. Understanding this can aid in better utilization of these therapies.
TL;DR: Standardized herbal RC-tea from Rauvolfia-Citrus treats T2D with blood glucose control and lipid reduction. Mix of both plants essential for best results, avoiding hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Ideal, cost-effective alternative to GLP-1 treatments in low-income areas with rising T2D rates.
The traditional Chinese formula Shouhuitongbian (SHTB), containing herbs like Aloe vera and Cassia obtusifolia, may have antidiabetic effects due to its role in improving insulin resistance. This could lead to new treatments for type 2 diabetes.
Scientists studied how a food gel with certain compounds affected gut bacteria. The gel increased beneficial bacteria growth in lean individuals, but decreased growth in those with obesity. This may impact gut health differently based on weight.
This study explores synergistic antibacterial effects of plant extracts against foodborne bacteria. Different combinations of extracts were tested and found to have synergistic effects. The study emphasizes the importance of finding optimal proportions for effective antibacterial activity in food preservation systems.
Sanhua Decoction, a traditional Chinese medicinal formulation, shows potential in treating cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury. It acts through antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neurotransmitter regulatory pathways to protect nerve cells and reduce cerebral edema. Studying its mechanisms can improve understanding and future clinical application.
Bitter orange leaves were extracted using different methods to compare their chemical composition. The essential oils showed antioxidant and antidiabetic activities, making them potential sources for future drugs.
Researchers investigated the potential of Citrus aurantium L. var. amara Engl. (CAVA) blossom in combating obesity by enhancing the browning of white adipose tissue (WAT). The study builds on previous findings indicating CAVA's anti-obesity potential.
A survey assessed the effects of a Persian herbal formula on mice with chronic stress. Herbal medicine may offer an alternative therapy for depression, addressing limitations in current medication options.
This study investigated the effects of hydro-alcoholic extracts on Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and antioxidant problems. It provides insights into potential treatments for AD, which could be relevant for your lab's research on neurodegenerative disorders.
Protein hydrolysates and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi improve crop growth and reduce damage from salt stress. They enhance nutrient absorption, sodium effluxion, and the expression of stress-responsive genes in citrus plants. The combined application of both is more effective.
Researchers have studied the chemical components of Citrus aurantium L. var. amara Engl. (FCAVA) and are now investigating its in vivo substances to discover potential anti-obesity ingredients.
This study investigates how aromatherapy with essential oils affects pain levels after orthopedic surgery, offering potential alternative methods for pain management.
Study compares efficacy of essential oils (EOs) for treating anxiety, aiming to clarify discrepancies in previous research. Researchers analyze results of multiple RCTs to provide insights into potential benefits of EOs.
Sanhua decoction (SHD), a traditional Chinese medicine with over 40 bioactive compounds, shows promise in treating ischemic stroke by suppressing inflammation, protecting the blood brain barrier, inhibiting apoptosis, scavenging oxygen free radicals, and more. Large-scale clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy and understand its mechanisms.
Researchers conducted a systematic review of scientific articles published between 2010 and 2020 that evaluated the anxiolytic, sedative, and/or hypnotic effects of flower extracts in pre-clinical animal models. They found that some flower extracts have an anxiolytic effect comparable to diazepam, but their therapeutic utility in anxiety disorders needs more investigation. The study compiled the characteristics of anxiety studies in animal models, evaluated locomotor activity, and the hypnotic effect of the extracts. The study revealed that matricaria chamomilla had a sedative effect, and 23 other flower plants had anxiolytic effects. However, more reliable behavioral tests and better experimental designs are needed to obtain more conclusive evidence with clinical significance.
Researchers have developed a screening system that uses dual-targeted cell membrane chromatography and liquid chromatography-mass spectroscopy to analyze receptors for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). This method was used to identify antiviral components in Citrus aurantium extracts, including hesperidin, neohesperidin, nobiletin, and tangeretin. In vitro experiments showed these components can inhibit virus entry into cells and interact with host-virus receptors. The study provides new insight into drug-receptor interactions and may lead to the development of new antiviral drugs.
This study examined the effect of cognitive-behavioral counseling and aromatherapy with essential oil on sleep quality, anxiety, and quality of life in 75 pregnant women. The intervention groups received counseling with either essential oil or a placebo, while the control group received routine prenatal care. After the intervention, both intervention groups had significantly lower anxiety and higher quality of life scores than the control group, but there was no significant difference in sleep quality. This suggests that non-pharmacological treatments, such as counseling, may benefit pregnant women with sleep disorders. However, further research is needed to confirm these results.