The complete chloroplast genome of Aegle marmelos and its phylogenetic analysis.

Wang S et al (2023).

Mitochondrial DNA B Resour.

DOI:

10.1080/23802359.2023.2238934

PubMed:

37521904

Anticancer, Antioxidant, and Catalytic Activities of Green Synthesized Gold Nanoparticles Using Avocado Seed Aqueous Extract.

This study found that avocado seeds, typically discarded as waste, can be used to synthesize gold nanoparticles with antioxidant, anticancer, and catalytic properties, offering potential for various applications. The nanoparticles also showed good stability and recyclability, addressing concerns around cost and reusability.

Ngungeni Y et al (2023).

ACS Omega.

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10.1021/acsomega.3c02260

PubMed:

37521675

Of mixed vegetables and cardiac arrhythmias - Digitalis purpurea confused with Borago officinalis: A case series of accidental digitoxin intoxications.

Two women ate vegetables from their garden, thinking one was borage but accidentally ate foxglove. They experienced severe symptoms and elevated digitoxin levels. Plant misclassifications can be dangerous.

Iraci F et al (2023).

J Cardiol Cases.

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10.1016/j.jccase.2023.04.007

PubMed:

37521578

Efficacy and Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Ashwagandha Sustained-Release Formulation on Depression and Anxiety Induced by Chronic Unpredictable Stress: in vivo and in vitro Studies.

Ashwagandha is a natural herb known as an adaptogen that aids in managing stress. It is safe and effective, making it beneficial for stress relief.

KrishnaRaju AV et al (2023).

J Exp Pharmacol.

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10.2147/JEP.S407906

PubMed:

37521489

Neuroprotective potency of mangiferin against 3-nitropropionic acid induced Huntington's disease-like symptoms in rats: possible antioxidant and anti-inflammatory mechanisms.

Mangiferin, a compound in plants, has protective effects against Huntington's disease by reducing symptoms, improving cognitive and motor function, and decreasing oxidative damage and inflammation in the brain. It may be a potential treatment for HD.

Lum PT et al (2023).

Front Pharmacol.

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10.3389/fphar.2023.1189957

PubMed:

37521470

Correction to: Identification and validation of reference genes in vetiver (Chrysopogon zizanioides) root transcriptome.

Chauhan AS et al (2023).

Physiol Mol Biol Plants.

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10.1007/s12298-023-01330-8

PubMed:

37520806

Antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant competence of Cardiospermum halicacabum based nanoemulsion and characterized their physicochemical properties.

This research evaluated two types of nanoemulsions, CHE-NE-A and CHE-NE-B, for their potential as drug carriers. CHE-NE-A showed better drug release, antioxidant activity, antibacterial activity, and antifungal activity compared to CHE-NE-B. It may be considered as a useful drug carrier.

Sayanam RRA et al (2023).

3 Biotech.

DOI:

10.1007/s13205-023-03703-y

PubMed:

37520341

Ethnobotanical Survey and Cercaricidal Activity Screening of Medicinal Plants Used for Schistosomiasis Treatment in Atwima-Nwabiagya District, Ashanti Region, Ghana.

Asante-Kwatia E et al (2023).

J Parasitol Res.

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10.1155/2023/6707157

PubMed:

37520159