Review

Potential Effects of Garlic (Allium sativum L.) on the Performance, Immunity, Gut Health, Anti-Oxidant Status, Blood Parameters, and Intestinal Microbiota of Poultry: An Updated Comprehensive Review.

This review explores the positive effects of using garlic as a dietary additive in poultry production. Garlic improves production parameters, intestinal health, immune response, and reduces oxidative stress and cholesterol levels. It also has antibacterial and antiparasitic activities.

Gastroenterology Allium sativum
Abd El-Ghany WA et al (2024).
Animals (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/ani14030498
PubMed:
38338142

Vitex Genus as a Source of Antimicrobial Agents.

L. species are used in traditional medicine for infectious diseases. They exhibit antimicrobial activity against various pathogens, containing potential antimicrobial compounds. Further research is required.

Antimicrobial Vitex agnus-castusVitex negundo
Islam Z et al (2024).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants13030401
PubMed:
38337934

Nutraceuticals and Pain Disorders of the Gut-Brain Interaction in Infants and Children: A Narrative Review and Practical Insights.

Researchers reviewed studies on nutraceuticals for infants and children with abdominal pain and gut-brain disorders. They found that fennel, herbal extracts, DSM 17938, BB-12, peppermint oil, psyllium fibers, corn fiber cookies, guar gum, and vitamin D showed potential in reducing pain. However, more research is needed to confirm their efficacy and safety.

GastroenterologyNeurosciencePain Mentha piperita
Salvatore S et al (2024).
Nutrients.
DOI:
10.3390/nu16030349
PubMed:
38337634

Advanced researches of traditional uses, phytochemistry, pharmacology, and toxicology of medical Uncariae Ramulus Cum Uncis.

Medical Uncariae Ramulus Cum Uncis (URCU) is a plant consisting of various Uncaria species widely used in traditional remedies. URCU extracts have shown neuroprotective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antibacterial, and autophagy-enhancer properties in pharmacological studies.

Phytochemistry Uncaria rhynchophylla
Cao R et al (2024).
J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.jep.2024.117848
PubMed:
38336181

Topical antifungal keratitis therapeutic potential of Clitoria ternatea Linn. flower extract: phytochemical profiling, in silico modelling, and in vitro biological activity assessment.

This study explores the antifungal and antibiofilm effects of flower extracts on a severe eye infection. It analyzes the structural details and identifies key compounds. This research could be important for developing new treatments for fungal keratitis.

AntimicrobialPhytochemistry Clitoria ternatea
Yolin Angel PASR et al (2024).
Front Microbiol.
DOI:
10.3389/fmicb.2024.1343988
PubMed:
38328419

Koetjapic acid: unveiling its potential as a saviour in the realm of biological and medicinal properties, with a focus on anticancer mechanism of action.

Researchers investigated the anticancer activity of koetjapic acid, a compound found in Sandoricum koetjape plant. Results showed its ability to hinder cancer cell growth, induce apoptosis, inhibit angiogenesis, and prevent metastasis. This study provides valuable insight into using koetjapic acid as a potential anticancer agent.

Cancer Sandoricum koetjape
Armaghan M et al (2024).
Eur J Med Res.
DOI:
10.1186/s40001-024-01699-6
PubMed:
38326876

Armeniacae semen amarum: a review on its botany, phytochemistry, pharmacology, clinical application, toxicology and pharmacokinetics.

ASA, derived from seeds of Rosaceae, is a traditional Chinese herb used for lung and intestinal disorders. It exhibits various pharmacological activities including anticancer, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects. ASA shows potential as a drug, but further study is needed to understand its mechanisms and clinical use.

Phytochemistry Prunus armeniacaPrunus armeniaca 
Tang S et al (2024).
Front Pharmacol.
DOI:
10.3389/fphar.2024.1290888
PubMed:
38323080

Application and mechanisms of Sanhua Decoction in the treatment of cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury.

Sanhua Decoction, a traditional Chinese medicinal formulation, shows potential in treating cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury. It acts through antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neurotransmitter regulatory pathways to protect nerve cells and reduce cerebral edema. Studying its mechanisms can improve understanding and future clinical application.

Cardiology Citrus aurantiumMagnolia officinalis
Wang YK et al (2024).
World J Clin Cases.
DOI:
10.12998/wjcc.v12.i4.688
PubMed:
38322692
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