GeoBotanical: Review

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Wild and cultivated olive trees: Nutraceutical insights of extra virgin olive oils in cardiovascular and ocular diseases.

Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) and ACE oil from wild olive variety contain bioactive molecules that have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-cancer properties. They can help prevent cardiovascular diseases, ocular diseases, and have potential as prebiotic compounds.

Cardiology Olea europaea

Reyes-Goya C et al (2023).; Biochim Biophys Acta Mol Basis Dis.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.bbadis.2023.166904
PubMed:: 37793462

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Therapeutic potential of bixin on inflammation: a mini review.

Bixin, found in the seeds of L., shows potential as a treatment for inflammatory-related diseases. It inhibits TLR4/NF-κB, PI3K/Akt, and TXNIP/NLRP3 mechanisms, suggesting it may ameliorate inflammation. Further clinical studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.

Immunology Bixa orellana

Shadisvaaran S et al (2023).; Front Nutr.
DOI:: 10.3389/fnut.2023.1209248
PubMed:: 37781110

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Enhancing Performance and Emission Characteristics of Biodiesel-Operated Compression Ignition Engines through Low Heat Rejection Mode and Antioxidant Additives: A Review.

Biodiesel can be used as a substitute for diesel fuel in compression ignition engines without significant modifications. Through the use of biodiesel made from different sources and adding an antioxidant, performance and emission issues can be resolved.

Immunology Jatropha curcas Mangifera indica

Rajendran S et al (2023).; ACS Omega.
DOI:: 10.1021/acsomega.3c03252
PubMed:: 37779972

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Effect of Crocus sativus L. (saffron) and crocin in the treatment of patients with type-2 diabetes mellitus: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Crocus sativus (saffron) has been used as herbal medicine for T2DM in Sri Lanka. Systematic reviews and meta-analysis support its effectiveness, validating traditional knowledge.

Diabetes Crocus sativus

Amatto PPG et al (2023).; J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117255
PubMed:: 37778521

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Comparative effects of nutraceuticals on body weight in adults with overweight or obesity: A systematic review and network meta-analysis of 111 randomized clinical trials.

Various nutraceuticals, including spirulina, curcumin, psyllium, chitosan, and Nigella sativa, showed slight potential for weight improvement in overweight or obese adults. Green tea and glucomannan also resulted in small weight loss, but with less certainty. Nutraceutical supplementation could lead to modest weight loss in those with overweight or obesity.

Obesity Nigella sativa

Shahinfar H et al (2023).; Pharmacol Res.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.phrs.2023.106944
PubMed:: 37778464

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Solanum nigrum Linn.: Advances in anti-cancer activity and mechanism in digestive system tumors.

S. nigrum Linn., a traditional Chinese herb, has proven anti-cancer activity against digestive system tumors. Its components include solanine, solasonine, and solamargine. The herb induces apoptosis, cell cycle arrest, autophagy, and more, making it a potential standardized anti-tumor drug for further clinical trials.

Cancer Solanum nigrum

Pei H et al (2023).; Med Oncol.
DOI:: 10.1007/s12032-023-02167-7
PubMed:: 37775552

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Exploring Carob (Ceratonia siliqua L.): A Comprehensive Assessment of Its Characteristics, Ethnomedicinal Uses, Phytochemical Aspects, and Pharmacological Activities.

Study: The carob tree has various medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine. It contains compounds with antihypertensive, antidepressant, anti-obesity, and antihyperglycemic activities. This review explores the taxonomy, traditional uses, and biological properties of the carob tree (L.).

Ethnobotany Phytochemistry Ceratonia siliqua

Dahmani W et al (2023).; Plants (Basel).
DOI:: 10.3390/plants12183303
PubMed:: 37765467

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The Antitumor Activity of Piplartine: A Review.

Piplartine, a compound found in Linn, has shown promising antitumor activity against different types of cancer. Further research and development of synthetic derivatives could lead to new and improved anticancer drugs.

Cancer Piper longum

Duarte ABS et al (2023).; Pharmaceuticals (Basel).
DOI:: 10.3390/ph16091246
PubMed:: 37765054