Gastroenterology Studies

Flavonoids from Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides L.) restore CUMS-induced depressive disorder and regulate the gut microbiota in mice.

Seabuckthorn, rich in flavonoids, treats depression in mice by regulating neurochemical levels, reducing inflammation, and modulating gut microbiota. Potential health food supplement for major depressive disorders.

Xia CX et al (2023).
Food Funct.
PubMed:
37485660

Sanguisorba officinalis L. enhances the 5-fluorouracil sensitivity and overcomes chemoresistance in 5-fluorouracil-resistant colorectal cancer cells via Ras/MEK/ERK and PI3K/Akt pathways.

This study investigated the potential of the traditional Chinese medicine DiYu (DY) to improve the sensitivity and overcome drug resistance in colorectal cancer cells. The results could help identify alternative therapies for drug-resistant cancer.

Zhang W et al (2023).
Heliyon.
PubMed:
37484409

Combined effects of dietary faba bean water extract and vitamin K3 on growth performance, textural quality, intestinal characteristics, oxidative and immune responses in grass carp.

Li Y et al (2023).
PeerJ.
PubMed:
37483977