Mediterranean Shrub Species as a Source of Biomolecules against Neurodegenerative Diseases.

Mediterranean plant species contain phenolic compounds with potential to treat neurodegenerative diseases. 24 species studied, yielding 403 compounds, including gallic, vanillic, caffeic. 3 species show promise for protection against these diseases.

Chaves N et al (2023).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules28248133

PubMed:

38138621

Rosa rugosa Low Caloric Fiber Protein Preparations Rich in Antioxidant Flavanols and Ellagitannins.

Milala J et al (2023).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules28248021

PubMed:

38138511

Chemical Constituents and α-Glucosidase Inhibitory, Antioxidant and Hepatoprotective Activities of Ampelopsis grossedentata.

Luo QJ et al (2023).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules28247956

PubMed:

38138447

The Inhibition of Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinases (MAPKs) and NF-κB Underlies the Neuroprotective Capacity of a Cinnamon/Curcumin/Turmeric Spice Blend in Aβ-Exposed THP-1 Cells.

A spice blend of cinnamon bark and turmeric root extracts (CCSB) showed strong antioxidant properties and reduced inflammation in brain cells exposed to β-amyloid. It has potential as a treatment for Alzheimer's disease.

Maugeri A et al (2023).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules28247949

PubMed:

38138438

An Overview on the Hallucinogenic Peyote and Its Alkaloid Mescaline: The Importance of Context, Ceremony and Culture.

Researchers examined the effects of mescaline, a compound found in peyote cactus, on serotonin receptors and calcium release. They also explored the therapeutic potential of mescaline. This summary provides an overview of peyote and mescaline, emphasizing their clinical applications and the potential of combining traditional and Western medicine.

Doesburg-van Kleffens M, Zimmermann-Klemd AM and Gründemann C (2023).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules28247942

PubMed:

38138432

Draft Genome of Nocardia canadensis sp. nov. Isolated from Petroleum-Hydrocarbon-Contaminated Soil.

Alotaibi F et al (2023).

Microorganisms.

DOI:

10.3390/microorganisms11122972

PubMed:

38138115

The Primary Mode of Action of Lippia graveolens Essential Oil on Salmonella enterica subsp. Enterica Serovar Typhimurium.

Rubio Ortega A et al (2023).

Microorganisms.

DOI:

10.3390/microorganisms11122943

PubMed:

38138087

The Natural Ficus carica L. (fig) Extract as an Effective Prophylactic Antibacterial Agent for Inflammation-Related Infections.

Kim J and Lee D (2023).

Life (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/life13122356

PubMed:

38137957