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Ethanolic extract of Persea americana Mill. (Lauraceae) seeds induced antiestrogenic effects in young female Wistar rats.

Ethanol extract from seeds inhibits estrogen-dependent conditions in rats by interacting with estrogen receptors. Can act as partial agonist or antagonist of estradiol. Relevant for studying phytoestrogens as potential treatments.

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38660284

Petroselinum crispum L., essential oil as promising source of bioactive compounds, antioxidant, antimicrobial activities: In vitro and in silico predictions.

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38660278

Discovery of a novel natural compound, vitekwangin B, with ANO1 protein reduction properties and anticancer potential.

Vitekwangin B shows promise in inhibiting ANO1 protein levels in prostate cancer and NSCLC cells, potentially offering a new therapy option with minimal toxicity and resistance issues. More research needed.

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