Potential Anti-Tumorigenic Properties of Diverse Medicinal Plants against the Majority of Common Types of Cancer.

Study shows natural products from plants have potential in cancer therapy. Phytochemicals regulate molecular pathways, offering chemo-preventive benefits. Literature review highlights medicinal plants' anticancer effects and mechanisms. Important for developing targeted treatments.

Albahri G et al (2024).

Pharmaceuticals (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/ph17050574

PubMed:

38794144

Plant-Based HSP90 Inhibitors in Breast Cancer Models: A Systematic Review.

Study identified plant-based compounds as potential HSP90 inhibitors in breast cancer, showing promising antiproliferative effects. Further research is needed to understand their mechanism of action for innovative therapeutic strategies.

Zarguan I et al (2024).

Int J Mol Sci.

DOI:

10.3390/ijms25105468

PubMed:

38791506

Brunonianines D-F, three new C19-diterpenoid alkaloids from the Delphinium brunonianum, with therapeutic effect on ovarian cancer in vitro and in vivo.

Researchers isolated novel compounds from Delphinium brunonianum, a traditional Tibetan medicine, that show potent anti-tumor effects on ovarian cancer cells. These compounds offer potential as a natural alternative to chemotherapy with fewer side effects.

Li Q et al (2024).

Bioorg Chem.

DOI:

10.1016/j.bioorg.2024.107478

PubMed:

38788366

Can Storage Stability and Simulated Gastrointestinal Behavior Change the Cytotoxic Effects of Concentrated Guava Leaves Extract against Human Lung Cancer Cells?

Researchers evaluated stability, antioxidant activity, and cytotoxic effects of guava leaf extracts. Concentrated extracts showed high stability and bioactivity after digestion. C10 extract had best selectivity for potential functional food development.

Demaman Arend G et al (2024).

Membranes (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/membranes14050113

PubMed:

38786947

Demethylzeylasteral exerts potent efficacy against non-small-cell lung cancer via the P53 signaling pathway.

Lv L et al (2024).

Transl Oncol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.tranon.2024.101989

PubMed:

38781861

Chemical constituents from the Saposhnikovia divaricata and their antiproliferative activity.

Scientists isolated and identified new compounds from plant extracts, testing them for anti-cancer activity. Results show compounds (-) may not be effective for cancer treatment.

Sun Y et al (2024).

Z Naturforsch C J Biosci.

DOI:

10.1515/znc-2024-0009

PubMed:

38780504

Green synthesis of silver nanoparticle prepared with Ocimum species and assessment of anticancer potential.

Green AgNPs from O. gratissimum, O. tenuiflorum, and O. americanum show promise for healthcare applications. Ocimum americanum AgNPs have potent antimicrobial and anticancer effects, comparable to Doxorubicin. Further research is needed for clinical use.

Alex AM et al (2024).

Sci Rep.

DOI:

10.1038/s41598-024-61946-y

PubMed:

38777818

In vitro and in silico study of eggplant extract on human cancer cell lines.

Researchers studied antioxidant properties and cytotoxic effects of fruit extracts, finding high free radical scavenging activities and major phenolic compounds. Methanolic extract showed the highest cytotoxic activity on human cancer cell lines.

Sharma H et al (2024).

Nat Prod Res.

DOI:

10.1080/14786419.2024.2357665

PubMed:

38775340