Researchers analyzed the antifungal properties of bitter orange peel decoction, identifying coumarins and flavones as key inhibitors of a melon phytopathogen. This study provides insights for utilizing unexplored food sources in drug development.
Daphnoretin, a compound from nature, shows potential in reducing inflammation and activating a key pathway after spinal cord injury. This research may lead to safer and more effective treatments for SCI.
Amentoflavone from Selaginella doederleinii reverses epithelial-mesenchymal transition in hepatocellular carcinoma by inhibiting core genes and blocking the p53 signaling pathway, leading to reduced cell migration, invasion, and apoptosis. Important for potential cancer treatment strategies.
Improved IF-MALDI-MS method used to study binding of Panax notoginseng saponins with lysozyme. Results show binding affinity order and suggest hydrogen bonding role. Valuable for screening natural products for pharmacological activities.
A study on flavonoids in fruits shows potential for treating diabetes due to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as inhibition of key enzymes. Fraction A is most effective. More research is needed for practical application.
Chinese herbal medicine has potential therapeutic effects on rheumatoid arthritis, as confirmed through chemical analysis and testing on rats. Understanding its mechanisms could lead to new treatments for this chronic autoimmune disease.
Study used shotgun metabarcoding to accurately identify species in complex mixtures like pharmaceuticals. Detected bio-ingredients in Mongolian medicine G-7 and confirmed results with HPLC and PCR. Promising for mixture analysis.
Researchers studied the effects of -hydroxybenzaldehyde (-HBA) from on Alzheimer's disease treatment using animal models. -HBA has shown anti-inflammatory, antioxidative stress, and neuroprotective effects. This research may lead to new treatments for Alzheimer's.