Effects of Trigonella foenum graecum (Fenugreek) on Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Systematic Review.
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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.
Nigella sativa shows promise as a treatment for ischemic stroke due to its therapeutic properties and presence of thymoquinone, potentially offering a complementary therapy for patients and exploring preventive and treatment possibilities.