All Studies

Molecular mechanism of Chang Shen Hua volatile oil modulating brain cAMP-PKA-CREB pathway to improve depression-like behavior in rats.

Researchers combined essential oils from Acorus tatarinowii and Panax ginseng with Albizia julibrissin flower oil to create a new treatment called CSHVO for depression. CSHVO's effects and mechanisms are still unknown.

Zhang S et al (2024).
Phytomedicine.
PubMed:
38772184

Cel-CS1K: A Celastrol-Chitosan Conjugate for Treating Diet-Induced Obesity.

Celastrol-chitosan conjugate Cel-CS1K showed promise as an antiobesity drug with higher drug loading, good solubility, and reduced toxicity compared to free Cel. It effectively reduced body weight, improved metabolic markers, and regulated adipose-related genes in obese mice, offering a potential therapeutic strategy for obese humans.

Zeng H et al (2024).
Chem Res Toxicol.
PubMed:
38771988

Photostability and photodynamic antimicrobial profile of dye extracts from four (4) plants: prospects for eco-friendly low-cost food disinfection and topical biomedical applications.

Dye extracts from natural plants were tested for photostability and antimicrobial activity against bacteria and viruses. Lawsonia inermis showed the highest photostability and antibacterial activity, while Curcuma longa was most effective against viruses. This research may have applications in disinfection and sanitation practices.

Majiya H, Adamu A and Galstyan A (2024).
Photochem Photobiol Sci.
PubMed:
38771468

Momordica charantia Bioactive Components: Hypoglycemic and Hypolipidemic Benefits Through Gut Health Modulation.

MC from the Cucurbitaceae family has hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic properties due to bioactive compounds. Studies show regulatory effects on glycolipid metabolism. Review highlights its components and potential as a nutrient supplement.

Xiao X et al (2024).
J Med Food.
PubMed:
38770678

Anthelminthic and antimicrobial effects of hedge woundwort (Stachys sylvatica L.) growing in Southern Kazakhstan.

L. genus extract from Southern Kazakhstan showed high levels of chlorogenic acid and luteolin, with antiparasitic, antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral effects. Potential for future antiparasitic research.

Mukhamedsadykova AZ et al (2024).
Front Pharmacol.
PubMed:
38769997