Review

Targeting CD8(+) T cells with natural products for tumor therapy: Revealing insights into the mechanisms.

Scientists studied how natural compounds can enhance anti-tumor effects by boosting CD8 T cells' immune response. This research is important for improving cancer immunotherapy and overcoming therapeutic failure.

Cancer Ganoderma lucidum
Wang Y et al (2024).
Phytomedicine.
DOI:
10.1016/j.phymed.2024.155608
PubMed:
38642413

Production and Pharmaceutical Research of Minor Saponins in Panax Notoginseng (Sanqi): Current Status and Future Prospects.

Researchers studied how to increase levels of minor saponins in Panax notoginseng, which have stronger medicinal effects than major saponins. This information is important for improving treatments for cardiovascular diseases.

Phytochemistry Panax notoginseng
Zhang H et al (2024).
Phytochemistry.
DOI:
10.1016/j.phytochem.2024.114099
PubMed:
38641143

Herbal Treatment of COPD and Asthma According to Persian Medicine: a Review of Current Evidence.

Study examines medicinal herbs as alternative treatment for COPD, due to unsatisfactory current therapies leading to adverse events like cardiovascular complications. Relevant for improving COPD management in labs.

Asthma Adiantum capillus-veneris
Baniamerian R et al (2023).
Tanaffos.
PubMed:
38628881

Withania somnifera and Trigonella foenum-graecum as ingredients of testosterone-boosting supplements: Possible clinical implications.

Review of dietary supplements affecting testosterone levels. Two extracts, Withania somnifera and Trigonella foenum-graecum, shown to increase T levels in men through different mechanisms. Important for selecting effective supplements for lab use.

Endocrinology Trigonella foenumWithania somnifera
Skrzypiec-Spring M et al (2024).
Adv Clin Exp Med.
DOI:
10.17219/acem/185743
PubMed:
38628109

Chinese herbal medicine bath therapy for psoriasis vulgaris using topical calcipotriol as the comparator: A systematic review with meta-analysis and association rule analysis.

Researchers compared CHM bath therapy to topical calcipotriol for psoriasis vulgaris. CHM may be as effective as calcipotriol with added benefits from herb combinations. Consider CHM as an alternative treatment for psoriasis.

Dermatology Carthamus tinctoriusPrunus persicaSophora flavescens
Wang J et al (2024).
J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.jep.2024.118166
PubMed:
38621466

Chrysanthemum morifolium as a traditional herb: A review of historical development, classification, phytochemistry, pharmacology and application.

Chinese herbal medicine, specifically C. morifolium, shows promise in disease prevention and treatment with its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. It has potential benefits for various chronic illnesses.

Phytochemistry Chrysanthemum morifolium
Liu Y et al (2024).
J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.jep.2024.118198
PubMed:
38621465

Comparative transcriptome analysis provides molecular insights into heterosis of waterlogging tolerance in Chrysanthemum indicum.

Study analyzed genetic mechanisms of heterosis for waterlogging tolerance in chrysanthemum using RNA-seq. Results could improve breeding methods for better plant resilience.

Genetics Chrysanthemum indicum
Su J et al (2024).
BMC Plant Biol.
DOI:
10.1186/s12870-024-04954-4
PubMed:
38594635

Piperlongumine and its derivatives against cancer: A recent update and future prospective.

Researchers studied Piperlongumine (PL) derivatives for anticancer activity. Modifications can improve potency, solubility, and bioavailability. Important for developing less toxic and cost-effective anticancer drugs.

Cancer Piper longum
Swain SS and Sahoo SK (2024).
Arch Pharm (Weinheim).
DOI:
10.1002/ardp.202300768
PubMed:
38593312
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