Effects of turmeric (Curcuma longa) supplementation on glucose metabolism in diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome: An umbrella review and updated meta-analysis.

This study reviewed evidence on turmeric and its compounds' effects on diabetes and metabolic parameters. Findings can help inform treatment decisions for patients with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, and metabolic syndrome.

Pathomwichaiwat T et al (2023).

PLoS One.

DOI:

10.1371/journal.pone.0288997

PubMed:

37471428

First genome-wide data from Italian European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.): Strong and ancient differentiation between Alps and Apennines.

Marchesini A et al (2023).

PLoS One.

DOI:

10.1371/journal.pone.0288986

PubMed:

37471380

Chemical Composition, Antimicrobial, Nitric Oxide Inhibition and Cytotoxic Activity of Essential Oils from Zanthoxylum acanthopodium DC. Leaves and Stems from Vietnam.

Diep TT et al (2023).

Chem Biodivers.

DOI:

10.1002/cbdv.202300649

PubMed:

37471031

Differential sensitivities of photosynthetic component processes govern oxidative stress levels and net assimilation rates in virus-infected cotton.

Parkash V et al (2023).

Photosynth Res.

DOI:

10.1007/s11120-023-01038-6

PubMed:

37470938

Chemical composition and anti-proliferative activity of essential oils from some medicinal plants from Cachicadán, Región La Libertad, Perú.

This study analyzed the chemical composition of essential oils from seven plants in Peru and found that one oil had potential anti-proliferative effects on breast tumor cells. Further research is needed for safe dosage in cancer treatment.

Vaca Meza ET et al (2023).

Nat Prod Res.

DOI:

10.1080/14786419.2023.2238114

PubMed:

37470420

Identification of a candidate dwarfing gene in Pallas, the first commercial barley cultivar generated through mutational breeding.

Zakhrabekova S et al (2023).

Front Genet.

DOI:

10.3389/fgene.2023.1213815

PubMed:

37470037

Genome-wide mapping of DNase I hypersensitive sites in pineapple leaves.

Ouyang K et al (2023).

Front Genet.

DOI:

10.3389/fgene.2023.1086554

PubMed:

37470036

Comparative efficacy of Jaungo, a traditional herbal ointment, and a water-in-oil type non-steroidal moisturizer for radiation-induced dermatitis in patients with breast cancer: a prospective, randomized, single-blind, pilot study.

This study compared the effectiveness of Jaungo and a water-in-oil moisturizer in preventing radiation-induced dermatitis in breast cancer patients. Both treatments had similar efficacy and safety. Further research is needed.

Kim EH et al (2023).

Front Pharmacol.

DOI:

10.3389/fphar.2023.1216668

PubMed:

37469863