GeoBotanical: All Studies

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The Therapeutic Potential of Salidroside for Parkinson's Disease.

Parkinson's disease (PD) is caused by the loss of dopamine neurons in the brain, and its incidence increases with age. Salidroside is a compound found in certain plants, which has been studied for its effects on the nervous system. This review summarizes salidroside's impact on dopamine metabolism, neuronal protection, and glial activation in relation to PD. The article also describes several genes that affect PD susceptibility and the related mechanisms involving antioxidation, inflammation, and autophagy. While these studies were conducted on animals and cells, they suggest that salidroside may be a useful treatment for PD in the future.

Neuroscience Sedum

Li L and Yao W (2023).; Planta Med.
DOI:: 10.1055/a-1948-3179
PubMed:: 36130710

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PET Imaging and Neurohistochemistry Reveal that Curcumin Attenuates Brain Hypometabolism and Hippocampal Damage Induced by Status Epilepticus in Rats.

Curcumin, a compound found in turmeric, has been shown to have neuroprotective properties against neurological disorders. In this study, researchers induced seizures in rats and administered curcumin orally for 17 days. They found that curcumin reduced the number of seizures and protected the rats from brain damage caused by seizures. While curcumin did not prevent seizures or mortality, it attenuated the signs of neuronal damage and inflammation in surviving rats. These results suggest that curcumin may have adaptogen-like effects against brain damage caused by seizures.

Neuroscience Curcuma longa

Slowing K et al (2023).; Planta Med.
DOI:: 10.1055/a-1948-4378
PubMed:: 36130709

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Anticancer activity of Caesalpinia sappan by downregulating mitochondrial genes in A549 lung cancer cell line.

Cancer Genetics Caesalpinia sappan

Widodo N et al (2022).; F1000Res.
DOI:: 10.12688/f1000research.76187.2
PubMed:: 36128561

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Preparation and characterization of a novel nanoemulsion consisting of chitosan and Cinnamomum tamala essential oil and its effect on shelf-life lengthening of stored millets.

Phytochemistry Cinnamomum tamala

Singh BK et al (2022).; Pestic Biochem Physiol.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.pestbp.2022.105214
PubMed:: 36127040

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Saffron essential oil ameliorates CUMS-induced depression-like behavior in mice via the MAPK-CREB1-BDNF signaling pathway.

Saffron has been traditionally used in Chinese and Islamic medicine to treat depression, and its aroma is known to have calming effects. Researchers studied the composition of saffron's volatile oil and found that it has properties that could potentially help with depression and anxiety. This suggests that saffron may have therapeutic benefits beyond its traditional use as a spice.

Neuroscience Phytochemistry Crocus sativus

Chen Z et al (2023).; J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.jep.2022.115719
PubMed:: 36126781

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Foliar application of methyl jasmonate and methyl jasmonate supported on nanoparticles: Incidence on grape phenolic composition over two seasons.

Phytochemistry Vitis vinifera

Garde-Cerdán T et al (2023).; Food Chem.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.134244
PubMed:: 36126582

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Positive effects of steamed Polygonatum sibiricum polysaccharides including a glucofructan on fatty acids and intestinal microflora.

Gastroenterology Polygonatum sibiricum

Xu Y et al (2023).; Food Chem.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.134068
PubMed:: 36126570

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Effects of Rosa roxburghii Tratt glycosides and quercetin on D-galactose-induced aging mice model.

Phytochemistry Rosa roxburghii

Chen Z et al (2022).; J Food Biochem.
DOI:: 10.1111/jfbc.14425
PubMed:: 36125966