Study tested antimicrobial effects of methanol extracts from medicinal plants in Balıkesir, Türkiye. Results show potential for new natural antibiotics against pathogens, aiding in drug development for infections.
Hypericum triquetrifolium Turra has been used in traditional medicine in the Mediterranean region. Despite extensive research on its essential oils, little is known about other potential health benefits.
Chronic stress can damage memory and contribute to depression. While St. John's wort can help with these symptoms, long-term use can have side effects. Researchers investigated whether a plant called Turra, which is similar to St. John's wort, could also help with stress-induced cognitive impairment. Their previous work showed that extracts from Turra are high in antioxidants and hypericin, a component known to combat stress and depression. Results from a rat model of chronic stress showed that Turra did indeed improve cognitive function and reduced the negative effects of stress. Turra could potentially be a natural alternative to synthetic medications for stress-related health issues.