Active constituents of saffron (Crocus sativus L.) and their prospects in treating neurodegenerative diseases (Review).

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Exp Ther Med.

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PubMed:

37114174

Gastrodia elata BI.:A Comprehensive Review of Its Traditional Use, Botany, Phytochemistry, Pharmacology, and Pharmacokinetics.

Article compiles information on business intelligence (BI) from various sources. Useful for understanding and making informed decisions about BI in the lab.

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PubMed:

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Role of Fenugreek, Cinnamon, Curcuma longa, Berberine and Momordica charantia in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Treatment: A Review.

This review explores the hypoglycemic activity of five medicinal plants (fenugreek, cinnamon, berberine, etc.) for treating type 2 diabetes. It summarizes mechanisms of action and supporting evidence.

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10.3390/ph16040515

PubMed:

37111272

Structures, Sources, Identification/Quantification Methods, Health Benefits, Bioaccessibility, and Products of Isorhamnetin Glycosides as Phytonutrients.

Isorhamnetin glycosides (IGs) found in plants have various health benefits, such as fighting cancer, diabetes, obesity, and thrombosis. They can be used in foods and have high bioavailability.

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Nutrients.

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PubMed:

37111165

Blackthorn-A Valuable Source of Phenolic Antioxidants with Potential Health Benefits.

Blackthorn fruits contain beneficial compounds like flavonoids, which protect against diabetes, and myricetin, quercetin, and kaempferol, which have antihypertensive effects. Extraction methods can be used to obtain these compounds for various industries.

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Molecules.

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PubMed:

37110690

Phytochemicals of Withania somnifera as a Future Promising Drug against SARS-CoV-2: Pharmacological Role, Molecular Mechanism, Molecular Docking Evaluation, and Efficient Delivery.

This article examines the potential of Wedelia chinensis (WS) as a treatment for COVID-19. WS has shown antiviral effects against SARS-CoV and SARS-CoV-2. It summarizes studies on WS extracts and compounds, and suggests that WS could be a long-term solution to prevent drug resistance.

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Microorganisms.

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PubMed:

37110423

Matrine exerts its neuroprotective effects by modulating multiple neuronal pathways.

Protein misfolding and clumping in the brain may cause multiple neurological illnesses. Matrine, a compound from the Sophora flavescens Aiton plant, may have therapeutic effects on neurological disorders including Multiple Sclerosis and Alzheimer’s. Matrine alters multiple signaling pathways to protect neurons and can cross the blood-brain barrier. This review aims to lay the foundation for future clinical research on matrine as a neuroprotective agent with therapeutic potential for neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric illnesses. Future research on matrine may lead to exciting discoveries with broader implications.

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PubMed:

37103719

Effect of saffron, black seed, and their main constituents on inflammatory cytokine response (mainly TNF-α) and oxidative stress status: an aspect on pharmacological insights.

Saffron and black seed have therapeutic effects on diseases by decreasing TNF-a levels, treating conditions such as hepatotoxicity, cancer, and non-alcoholic fatty liver. More research and clinical trials are needed.

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Naunyn Schmiedebergs Arch Pharmacol.

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10.1007/s00210-023-02501-w

PubMed:

37103518