Discovery of effective combination from Renshen-Fuzi herbal pair against heart failure by spectrum-effect relationship analysis and zebrafish models.

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J Ethnopharmacol.

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10.1016/j.jep.2023.116832

PubMed:

37352946

Effect of Cornus mas L. fruit extract on blood pressure, anthropometric and body composition indices in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: A double-blind randomized controlled trial.

Scientists studied the effect of Cornus mas L. fruit extract on blood pressure and body measurements in patients with NAFLD, suggesting it could potentially improve obesity and hypertension.

Yarhosseini F et al (2023).

Clin Nutr ESPEN.

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10.1016/j.clnesp.2023.04.018

PubMed:

37344070

Diosgenin Attenuates Myocardial Cell Apoptosis Triggered by Oxidative Stress through Estrogen Receptor to Activate the PI3K/Akt and ERK Axes.

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Am J Chin Med.

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10.1142/S0192415X23500556

PubMed:

37335210

Acute effect of a beverage containing Brazil and cashew nuts on oxidative stress, lipemia, and blood pressure of women with cardiometabolic risk (Brazilian Nuts Study): a randomized clinical trial.

In this study, researchers examined the acute effects of a beverage containing cashew and Brazil nuts on oxidative stress, lipemia, and blood pressure in women with cardiometabolic risk. They found that the beverage led to a significant reduction in postprandial malondialdehyde levels, suggesting potential cardiovascular benefits.

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Appl Physiol Nutr Metab.

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10.1139/apnm-2023-0049

PubMed:

37311253

Infused juice concentrate of Japanese plum Prunus mume attenuates inflammatory vascular remodeling in a mouse model of hypertension induced by angiotensin II.

Bainiku-ekisu, a juice concentrate from Japanese Prunus mume, prevents hypertension and vascular remodeling caused by Angiotensin II. Further research on its cardiovascular benefits is needed.

Okuno K et al (2023).

Hypertens Res.

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10.1038/s41440-023-01332-9

PubMed:

37308550

Triterpenoids with diverse skeletons from the roots of Rhus chinensis and their protective effects on isoproterenol-induced heart failure in zebrafish.

Researchers found new lead compounds from the roots of the Rhus chinensis Mill plant that could be effective in treating heart failure by improving cardiac output and reducing apoptosis in zebrafish models.

Ye M et al (2023).

Phytochemistry.

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10.1016/j.phytochem.2023.113749

PubMed:

37307886

Cerebroprotective effects of Moringa oleifera derivatives extracts against MCAO ischemic stroke: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Researchers conducted a review and analysis on Moroccan olive extract's effects on ischemic stroke. They found it reduced infarct volume, malondialdehyde levels, and increased antioxidant enzymes, suggesting it may protect against stroke. Further studies are needed to confirm these promising results.

Cuschieri A, Camilleri E and Blundell R (2023).

Heliyon.

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10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e16622

PubMed:

37303567

Combination of Taurine and Black Pepper Extract as a Treatment for Cardiovascular and Coronary Artery Diseases.

This review examines the potential benefits of combining taurine and black pepper extract for reducing cardiovascular disease risk factors and improving heart health.

Swiderski J et al (2023).

Nutrients.

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10.3390/nu15112562

PubMed:

37299525