Megastigmane glycosides from the traditional Uighur medicine Cydonia oblonga Mill.

Jiao SS et al (2024).

Phytochemistry.

DOI:

10.1016/j.phytochem.2024.114188

PubMed:

38878943

Modulation of gut microbiota by crude gac aril polysaccharides ameliorates diet-induced obesity and metabolic disorders.

Gac fruit polysaccharides (GAP) reduce obesity in mice by improving metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, gut microbiota, and liver steatosis. Potential for treating obesity-related disorders.

Lu TJ et al (2024).

Int J Biol Macromol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.133164

PubMed:

38878919

Clinical effects of Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn. on obesity treatment: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Researchers investigated Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn. for treating obesity, which is linked to many chronic diseases. Results are inconclusive, but 60% of adults are overweight. Consider potential benefits and risks before using.

Dilokthornsakul P et al (2024).

Complement Ther Med.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ctim.2024.103063

PubMed:

38878905

Structure-activity relationships of natural and synthetic lathyrane-based diterpenoids for suppression of NLRP3-driven inflammation and gouty arthritis.

Zhuang Y et al (2024).

Bioorg Chem.

DOI:

10.1016/j.bioorg.2024.107558

PubMed:

38878755

Enzymatic and ultrasound assisted β-cyclodextrin extraction of active ingredients from Forsythia suspensa and their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities.

Xiao X et al (2024).

Ultrason Sonochem.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ultsonch.2024.106944

PubMed:

38878712

Ultra violet-C pretreatment enhances the antimicrobial efficacy of unpeeled carrots against subsequent contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.

UV-C pretreatment of carrots effectively reduces L. monocytogenes contamination, with lasting antimicrobial effects. This method can prevent pathogen growth during storage, especially for various carrot varieties. Future research should investigate the mechanism of this bactericidal efficacy.

Rajalingam N, Choi SY and Van Haute S (2024).

Int J Food Microbiol.

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10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2024.110800

PubMed:

38878705

Characterization of selenium-containing broccoli (Brassica oleracea L. var. italica planch) proteins and evaluation of antioxidant activity by electron spin resonance.

Yin J et al (2024).

Food Chem.

DOI:

10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.140065

PubMed:

38878541

Multi-microdialysis analytical system to monitor acetaminophen and its pharmacokinetic interaction with A. bidentata in rat blood, forelimb extensor muscle, brain striatum, and the knee joint cavity.

Researchers studied the transfer of acetaminophen into various parts of the body when used alone or with a traditional Chinese medicinal herb. Results show no significant difference in pharmacokinetics and suggest broad-range analgesic effects of acetaminophen.

Sun CK et al (2024).

J Pharm Biomed Anal.

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10.1016/j.jpba.2024.116285

PubMed:

38878452