Structure, Absolute Configuration, Antiproliferative and Phytotoxic Activities of Icetexane and Abietane Diterpenoids from Salvia carranzae and Chemotaxonomic Implications.

Researchers isolated new diterpenoids from plants, tested their antiproliferative activity on cancer cell lines, and evaluated their phytotoxicity on weeds. Compounds showed promising anti-cancer activity.

Bustos-Brito C et al (2024).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules29061226

PubMed:

38542863

The Mechanism of the Anti-Obesity Effects of a Standardized Brassica juncea Extract in 3T3-L1 Preadipocytes and High-Fat Diet-Induced Obese C57BL/6J Mice.

Extract from berries (BJE) decreases lipid accumulation, improves heat generation and fatty acid oxidation, leading to weight loss and liver protection in mice with diet-induced obesity. Potential natural anti-obesity ingredient.

Lim JS et al (2024).

Nutrients.

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10.3390/nu16060846

PubMed:

38542756

Metabolomic Comparison of Guava (Psidium guajava L.) Leaf Extracts Fermented by Limosilactobacillus fermentum and Lactiplantibacillus plantarum and Their Antioxidant and Antiglycation Activities.

Jun BG et al (2024).

Nutrients.

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10.3390/nu16060841

PubMed:

38542752

The Effects of Cranberry Consumption on Glycemic and Lipid Profiles in Humans: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Study found cranberry consumption decreased TC/HDL-C ratio and HOMA-IR in humans, suggesting potential lipid-lowering and hypoglycemic properties. Subgroup analysis showed dried forms may decrease fasting insulin. Consider incorporating cranberry for metabolic health.

Li X et al (2024).

Nutrients.

DOI:

10.3390/nu16060782

PubMed:

38542695

Dibenzocyclooctadiene Lignans from Schisandra chinensis with Anti-Inflammatory Effects.

Rybnikář M et al (2024).

Int J Mol Sci.

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10.3390/ijms25063465

PubMed:

38542438

Chemical Constituents of Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica L.): A Comprehensive Review on Phenolic and Polyphenolic Compounds and Their Bioactivity.

Stinging nettle is a rich source of polyphenolic compounds with various benefits for food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. Research aims to summarize its chemical composition and biological activity for potential applications.

Đurović S et al (2024).

Int J Mol Sci.

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10.3390/ijms25063430

PubMed:

38542403

Transcriptome Sequencing Reveals the Mechanism of Auxin Regulation during Root Expansion in Carrot.

Li X et al (2024).

Int J Mol Sci.

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10.3390/ijms25063425

PubMed:

38542398

FvMYB108, a MYB Gene from Fragaria vesca, Positively Regulates Cold and Salt Tolerance of Arabidopsis.

Song P et al (2024).

Int J Mol Sci.

DOI:

10.3390/ijms25063405

PubMed:

38542376