Antimicrobial and Other Pharmacological Properties of Ocimum basilicum, Lamiaceae.

Plant extracts contain bioactive compounds with non-toxic and therapeutic benefits, making them potential raw materials in medicine. They possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, wound healing, and antiviral properties.

Zhakipbekov K et al (2024).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules29020388

PubMed:

38257301

The Valorisation of Melissa officinalis Distillation By-Products for the Production of Polyphenol-Rich Formulations.

Stini E, Tsimogiannis D and Oreopoulou V (2024).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules29020377

PubMed:

38257290

Using Pharmacokinetic-Pharmacodynamic Modeling to Study the Main Active Substances of the Anticancer Effect in Mice from Panax ginseng-Ophiopogon japonicus.

Ginseng and Ophiopogonin, traditional Chinese herbal pair, enhance immune system in cancer patients. Study identifies main active components and their therapeutic effect on lung cancer.

Liu L et al (2024).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules29020334

PubMed:

38257247

Anti-Inflammatory Flavonoids from Agrimonia pilosa Ledeb: Focusing on Activity-Guided Isolation.

Park M et al (2024).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules29020283

PubMed:

38257196

Preliminary Study on Total Component Analysis and In Vitro Antitumor Activity of Eucalyptus Leaf Residues.

This study analyzed eucalyptus residue and found 55 compounds, including triterpenoids with antitumor activity. Triterpenoids could be enhanced to 82% and showed inhibitory effects on breast, gastric, and cervical cancer cells. Potential for development as antitumor drugs.

Wu J et al (2024).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules29020280

PubMed:

38257193

Elephantopus scaber L. Polysaccharides Alleviate Heat Stress-Induced Systemic Inflammation in Mice via Modulation of Characteristic Gut Microbiota and Metabolites.

Wang C et al (2024).

Nutrients.

DOI:

10.3390/nu16020262

PubMed:

38257155

Aloe vera/Chitosan-Based Edible Film with Enhanced Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, Thermal, and Barrier Properties for Sustainable Food Preservation.

Scientists investigated the film-forming abilities of gel and chitosan combination for edible food packaging. The films improved the rheological, antioxidant, and thermal properties. Coating fruits with the films reduced microbial growth during storage, suggesting they can preserve fresh products effectively.

Kaur N et al (2024).

Polymers (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/polym16020242

PubMed:

38257041

The Immune-Stimulating and Anti-Diabetic Effects of Allium hookeri Leaves Grown in a Plant Factory with Artificial Lights in Immunosuppressed Obese C57BL/6 Mice.

Research on leaves grown in a plant factory shows immune-stimulating and anti-diabetic effects in obese mice. Extracts increase immune factors and reduce blood glucose levels, suggesting potential health benefits.

Jung J et al (2024).

Pharmaceuticals (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/ph17010091

PubMed:

38256924