Calotropis procera extract inhibits prostate cancer through regulation of autophagy.

Calotropis procera leaf extract inhibits prostate cancer cell viability by regulating autophagy and ROS levels, making it a potential alternative therapy with fewer side effects.

Singh P et al (2024).

J Cell Mol Med.

DOI:

10.1111/jcmm.18050

PubMed:

38400579

Arnicolide C Suppresses Tumor Progression by Targeting 14-3-3θ in Breast Cancer.

Arnicolide C has promising antitumor effects in breast cancer by inhibiting cell proliferation, inducing apoptosis, and targeting 14-3-3θ protein. Further research needed on specific mechanism.

Liu Z et al (2024).

Pharmaceuticals (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/ph17020224

PubMed:

38399439

The Antimicrobial Potential of the Hop (Humulus lupulus L.) Extract against Staphylococcus aureus and Oral Streptococci.

Hop extract shows strong antimicrobial activity against oral bacteria, including MRSA. Contains flavonoids and phloroglucides that increase antibiotic efficiency. Promising for oral care and potentiating traditional antimicrobials.

Khaliullina A et al (2024).

Pharmaceuticals (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/ph17020162

PubMed:

38399377

Xiao Cheng Qi Decoction, an Ancient Chinese Herbal Mixture, Relieves Loperamide-Induced Slow-Transit Constipation in Mice: An Action Mediated by Gut Microbiota.

Tuohongerbieke A et al (2024).

Pharmaceuticals (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/ph17020153

PubMed:

38399368

Hydrophobic Components in Light-Yellow Pulp Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.) Tubers Suppress LPS-Induced Inflammatory Responses in RAW264.7 Cells via Activation of the Nrf2 Pathway.

Matsumoto Y et al (2024).

Nutrients.

DOI:

10.3390/nu16040563

PubMed:

38398887

Treatment with Glycyrrhiza glabra Extract Induces Anxiolytic Effects Associated with Reduced Salt Preference and Changes in Barrier Protein Gene Expression.

GG extract reduced anxiety behavior and salt preference in rats under chronic stress conditions by altering gene expression of barrier proteins in the prefrontal cortex. GG may be a beneficial therapy for depression and anxiety disorders with high aldosterone levels and inflammation.

Murck H et al (2024).

Nutrients.

DOI:

10.3390/nu16040515

PubMed:

38398838

Efficacy of Crataegus Extract Mixture on Body Fat and Lipid Profiles in Overweight Adults: A 12-Week, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial.

Researchers conducted a study on overweight adults taking Crataegus Extract Mixture (CEM). Results showed CEM decreased body fat, weight, and improved lipid profiles with no adverse events. CEM may be an effective and safe treatment for obesity and dyslipidemia.

Song J et al (2024).

Nutrients.

DOI:

10.3390/nu16040494

PubMed:

38398818

Characterization of the Complete Mitochondrial Genome of Wintersweet (Chimonanthus praecox) and Comparative Analysis within Magnoliids.

Yu X, Feng Y and Zhang J (2024).

Life (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/life14020182

PubMed:

38398691