GeoBotanical: Cardiology Studies

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Alcalase-Based Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Protein Hydrolysates Efficiently Reduce Systolic Blood Pressure in Spontaneously Hypertensive Rats.

Scientists optimized chickpea protein hydrolysates for hypotensive effects in vivo, showing promising results for functional food development and clinical trials. Optimized hydrolysis conditions produced a hypotensive effect lasting at least 7 hours post-supplementation.

Cardiology Cicer arietinum

Figueroa-Salcido OG et al (2024).; Foods.
DOI:: 10.3390/foods13081216
PubMed:: 38672889

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Protective effects of ginsenoside F(2) on isoproterenol-induced myocardial infarction by activating the Nrf2/HO-1 and PI3K/Akt signaling pathways.

GF, found in ginseng, has various health benefits but its impact on heart attacks is unclear. Study investigates potential role in myocardial infarction.

Cardiology Panax quinquefolius

Cui Y et al (2024).; Phytomedicine.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.phymed.2024.155637
PubMed:: 38669969

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Ethanolic extract of Arctium lappa leaves alleviates cerebral ischemia reperfusion-induced inflammatory injury via HDAC9-mediated NF-κB pathway.

Arctium lappa leaves may help treat ischemic stroke by reducing inflammatory response, potentially improving patient outcomes. Worth exploring further in lab research.

Cardiology Immunology Arctium lappa

Wang M et al (2024).; Phytomedicine.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.phymed.2024.155599
PubMed:: 38669967

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The cardioprotective potential of selected species of mistletoe.

Mistletoe, especially L., may have cardioprotective properties for treating CVD. Further research is needed to understand its mechanisms, interactions with drugs, and determine therapeutic doses for clinical use.

Cardiology Viscum album

Olas B et al (2024).; Front Pharmacol.
DOI:: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1395658
PubMed:: 38666019

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Exploring the neuroprotection of the combination of astragaloside A, chlorogenic acid and scutellarin in treating chronic cerebral ischemia via network analysis and experimental validation.

The combination of Astragalus and Salvia extracts can help improve cognitive function and neurological impairments in chronic cerebral ischemia by activating the PI3K/AKT pathway, offering potential as a therapeutic medication.

Cardiology Erigeron breviscapus

Cheng F et al (2024).; Heliyon.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e29162
PubMed:: 38655299

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Effect and mechanisms of Gambi-jung against high-fat diet-induced cardiac apoptosis in mice.

GBJ, a herbal formula, reduces HFD-induced cardiac apoptosis in obese mice. GBJ reverses pro-apoptotic protein levels and improves mitochondrial function, showing promise for cardiovascular health.

Cardiology Ephedra sinica

Park YJ et al (2024).; Heliyon.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e29161
PubMed:: 38644871

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Salvia miltiorrhiza suppresses cardiomyocyte ferroptosis after myocardial infarction by activating Nrf2 signaling.

The herb Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge shows promise in preventing iron-dependent cell death (ferroptosis) and reducing lipid peroxidation, potentially improving heart health after a heart attack.

Cardiology Salvia Salvia miltiorrhiza

Wu YT et al (2024).; J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.jep.2024.118214
PubMed:: 38641076

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Cardioprotective Potential of Cymbopogon citratus Essential Oil against Isoproterenol-induced Cardiomyocyte Hypertrophy: Possible Involvement of NLRP3 Inflammasome and Oxidative Phosphorylation Complex Subunits.

Study on Cymbopogon citratus essential oil shows potential benefits for heart health, specifically in protecting against cardiomyocyte hypertrophy caused by isoproterenol. Relevant for treating heart-related disorders.

Cardiology Phytochemistry Cymbopogon citratus

Ding XY et al (2024).; Curr Med Sci.
DOI:: 10.1007/s11596-024-2851-9
PubMed:: 38639827