Prophylactic Effects of Hemp Seed Oil on Perimenopausal Depression: A Role of HPA Axis.

This study found that hemp seed oil (HSO) improved depression-like behavior in rats by regulating hormone levels and neurotransmitter function. It suggests that HSO may have potential as a natural antidepressant.

Ma J et al (2023).

J Oleo Sci.

DOI:

10.5650/jos.ess23062

PubMed:

37704445

Orthosiphon aristatus (Blume) Miq. Extracts attenuate Alzheimer-like pathology through anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidative, and β-amyloid inhibitory activities.

Scientists studied the traditional herb Orthosiphon aristatus and found that it contains phenols and flavonoids with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This information is important as it suggests potential benefits for treating conditions like nephritis, epilepsy, and cystitis.

Chiang KH et al (2023).

J Ethnopharmacol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jep.2023.117132

PubMed:

37704121

Phytochemical composition, toxicological profiling and effect on pup birth weight of Corchorus olitorius leaf extract in rats: Implications for fetal macrosomia control.

Researchers conducted a study to investigate the potential benefits of Corchorus olitorius in women's reproductive health. Understanding its effects could lead to improved maternal care and safer childbirth practices.

Ukpai OM et al (2023).

J Ethnopharmacol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jep.2023.117170

PubMed:

37704120

Essential oil from Inula japonica Thunb. And its phenolic constituents ameliorate pulmonary injury and fibrosis in bleomycin-treated mice.

Inula japonica essential oil (EOI) is used in Chinese medicine for lung diseases. This study investigates EOI's impact and mechanism on pulmonary injury and fibrosis, crucial for potential therapeutic applications.

Wei F et al (2023).

J Ethnopharmacol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jep.2023.117169

PubMed:

37704119

Conserving a threatened North American walnut: a chromosome-scale reference genome for butternut (Juglans cinerea).

Scientists created the first reference genome for a critically endangered tree species, Juglans cinerea, to study its resistance to a destructive fungus. The genome sequencing and analysis provided insights into the species' genetic evolution and potential defenses against the pathogen.

Guzman-Torres CR et al (2023).

G3 (Bethesda).

DOI:

10.1093/g3journal/jkad189

PubMed:

37703053

Triptolide induces PANoptosis in macrophages and causes organ injury in mice.

Zhang HR et al (2023).

Apoptosis.

DOI:

10.1007/s10495-023-01886-6

PubMed:

37702860

Altered Oral Nitrate Reduction and Bacterial Profiles in Hypertensive Women Predict Blood Pressure Lowering Following Acute Dietary Nitrate Supplementation.

Scientists investigated why the effectiveness of dietary nitrate supplementation in reducing blood pressure in pregnant women varies. They explored differences in oral microbiota profiles and nitrate-reducing capacity, aiming to understand the reasons behind individual variations in blood pressure response to nitrate supplementation.

Willmott T et al (2023).

Hypertension.

DOI:

10.1161/HYPERTENSIONAHA.123.21263

PubMed:

37702047

Genome assembly and resequencing analyses provide new insights into the evolution, domestication and ornamental traits of crape myrtle.

Scientists have produced the first high-quality genome of crape myrtle, revealing its evolution and providing insights into flower and leaf color. This will benefit the study of related species and enhance breeding efforts.

Zhou Y et al (2023).

Hortic Res.

DOI:

10.1093/hr/uhad146

PubMed:

37701453