Gastroenterology Studies

Anti-Ulcerative Colitis Effects and Active Ingredients in Ethyl Acetate Extract from Decoction of Sargentodoxa cuneata.

Researchers studied the anti-inflammatory effects of an ethyl acetate extract from a specific plant on ulcerative colitis (UC). The extract demonstrated promising therapeutic effects in mice with UC, suggesting it as a potential treatment.

Yu P et al (2023).
Molecules.
PubMed:
38005385

The Synergistic Effect of Quince Fruit and Probiotics (Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium) on Reducing Oxidative Stress and Inflammation at the Intestinal Level and Improving Athletic Performance during Endurance Exercise.

Endurance exercise can harm the intestines, but a study showed that consuming a combination of quince and probiotics protected the intestines and improved exercise performance by increasing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. This could be beneficial for athletes.

Herrera-Rocha KM et al (2023).
Nutrients.
PubMed:
38004161

Prophylactic Coloprotective Effect of Urtica dioica Leaves against Dextran Sulfate Sodium (DSS)-Induced Ulcerative Colitis in Rats.

An aqueous extract of showed potential in protecting against ulcerative colitis by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation. It contains phenolic compounds that have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This could be beneficial for treating ulcerative colitis in the future.

Dakhli N et al (2023).
Medicina (Kaunas).
PubMed:
38004039

Adjuvant Effect of Cinnamon Polyphenolic Components in Colorectal Cancer Cell Lines.

Cinnamon extracts, when co-administered with the anticancer drug cetuximab, reduce the required drug dose for colorectal cancer treatment. These extracts induce apoptosis in cancer cells and may be used as adjuvants to minimize side effects of the drug.

Palmioli A et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
PubMed:
38003308