Portulaca Oleracea L. (Purslane) Extract Protects Endothelial Function by Reducing Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress and Oxidative Stress through AMPK Activation in Diabetic Obese Mice.

Purslane, a food and drug, has various health benefits. This study found that it can improve endothelial function in diabetes by activating AMPK/eNOS signaling pathway, suggesting its potential in treating vascular complications.

Miao L et al (2023).

Antioxidants (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/antiox12122132

PubMed:

38136251

Betula pendula Leaf Extract Targets the Interplay between Brain Oxidative Stress, Inflammation, and NFkB Pathways in Amyloid Aβ(1-42)-Treated Rats.

Researchers analyzed a leaf extract for its chemical composition and tested its effects on rats with Alzheimer's disease (AD). The extract reduced oxidative stress and inflammation, improved antioxidant capacity, and enhanced behavior, suggesting potential benefits for AD treatment.

Sevastre-Berghian AC et al (2023).

Antioxidants (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/antiox12122110

PubMed:

38136229

Global Profiling of the Antioxidant Constituents in Chebulae Fructus Based on an Integrative Strategy of UHPLC/IM-QTOF-MS, MS/MS Molecular Networking, and Spectrum-Effect Correlation.

Wang X et al (2023).

Antioxidants (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/antiox12122093

PubMed:

38136213

Impact of In Vitro Digestion on the Digestibility, Amino Acid Release, and Antioxidant Activity of Amaranth (Amaranthus cruentus L.) and Cañihua (Chenopodium pallidicaule Aellen) Proteins in Caco-2 and HepG2 Cells.

Serena-Romero G et al (2023).

Antioxidants (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/antiox12122075

PubMed:

38136195

Antioxidant Activity of Medicinal Herbs and Spices from Plants of the Lamiaceae, Apiaceae and Asteraceae Families: Chemometric Interpretation of the Data.

Ulewicz-Magulska B and Wesolowski M (2023).

Antioxidants (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/antiox12122039

PubMed:

38136159

Green Synthesis of Gold Nanoparticles Using Peach Extract Incorporated in Graphene for the Electrochemical Determination of Antioxidant Butylated Hydroxyanisole in Food Matrices.

Researchers developed an electrochemical sensor using peach extract and graphene to detect BHA in mayonnaise. The sensor showed improved sensitivity and accuracy in quantifying BHA. This information is valuable for making informed decisions regarding BHA levels in food products.

Döll EG et al (2023).

Biosensors (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/bios13121037

PubMed:

38131797

Unveiling the immunomodulatory mechanism of polysaccharides from Polygonum cyrtonema based on RNA-seq.

PCP-80% activates immune response in cells, leading to increased protein expression and release of molecules linked to inflammation. It also affects gene expression through various signaling pathways. This suggests that PCP-80% can effectively modulate immune response in macrophages.

Shan J et al (2024).

Food Res Int.

DOI:

10.1016/j.foodres.2023.113755

PubMed:

38129053

Ultrasonic extraction of Moringa oleifera seeds polysaccharides: Optimization, purification, and anti-inflammatory activities.

Researchers extracted bioactive polysaccharides from Moringa seeds using ultrasound, showing potential for functional food and pharmaceutical development.

Peng Y et al (2023).

Int J Biol Macromol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.128833

PubMed:

38128806