Common Names: common fig, edible fig
Fig latex encapsulated in CA/PEO nanofiber scaffold effectively targets cancer cells with minimal harm to normal cells, demonstrating promising potential as a safer alternative to traditional chemotherapy.
Scientists investigated the film-forming abilities of gel and chitosan combination for edible food packaging. The films improved the rheological, antioxidant, and thermal properties. Coating fruits with the films reduced microbial growth during storage, suggesting they can preserve fresh products effectively.
Fig latex affects gene expression in cervical cancer cell lines, influencing pathways related to cancer development and progression. This suggests a potential novel therapeutic approach for HPV-related cervical cancer.
Fig fruit and leaf phytochemicals were extracted using ultrasound, and their chemical compositions were analyzed. The findings can help determine the health benefits of figs, aiding in the development of functional foods.
Researchers optimized ultrasound-assisted extraction to isolate FCPS, a water-soluble polysaccharide from Ficus carica fruits. FCPS showed antioxidant activity, improved insulin resistance, and activated immune response, indicating its potential as an antioxidant source and functional food.
This study evaluated bioactive compounds from a small tree against PPAR-γ, a target for diabetes management. Quercetin-3-o-rutinoside and other compounds showed potential as anti-diabetic agents and may act as PPAR-γ agonists.
Fig latex has potential therapeutic properties against HPV-positive cervical cancer, enhancing the expression of genes involved in immune surveillance and antigen presentation. This could aid in the clearance of early-stage cancer and contribute to the development of safer treatment modalities.
This study analyzed the phenolic composition and antioxidant properties of different varieties of fig fruits. The dark purple species had the highest total polyphenol content and total antioxidant capacity, while the purple species had the highest flavonoid content and DPPH radical scavenging activity.
Researchers sought alternative methods to traditional drug discovery due to its high costs, time constraints, and low success rates. This could lead to safer, more effective therapies while saving resources.
Study investigated the inhibitory potential of 10 phytochemicals on amylase enzymes through molecular simulations. Results could inform the development of diabetes treatments.
This study explores the potential of Traditional Arabic or Islamic medicinal plants as adjuvant therapy for COVID-19. Six medicinal plants with antiviral and immunomodulatory properties were studied, suggesting they could be used to control symptoms and possibly lead to a COVID-19 medicinal synthesis. However, further evaluation is advised before using these plants as therapy. No evidence-based medication to combat COVID-19 currently exists despite multiple vaccine strategies.
Researchers analyzed the ethanol extract of Peggy Red and Green fig peel through LC-MS/MS to determine its phytochemical components and neuroprotective effects. They found 50 compounds including phenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins with antioxidant properties. Peggy Red had higher antioxidant activity and was able to reduce toxicity in Alzheimer's transgenic CL4176 by decreasing the aggregation of amyloid-beta and increasing antioxidant enzyme activities. The results suggest the potential of Peggy Red peel extract as a new drug source against AD.