Pulsatillae radix extract alleviates DSS-induced colitis via modulating gut microbiota and inflammatory signaling pathway in mice.

Researchers studied the effectiveness and mechanisms of Baitouweng decoction (BD), a Traditional Chinese Medicine, in treating ulcerative colitis (UC). Understanding this could help improve UC treatment, reducing its global impact on public health.

Li X et al (2023).

Heliyon.

DOI:

10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e21869

PubMed:

38034600

In vitro anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, antibacterial, and in silico studies of Ferruginan A isolated from Olea ferruginea Royle (Oleaceae).

Scientists studied the anti-inflammatory and antidiabetic effects of a compound from the Royle plant, which has been traditionally used as a painkiller and antidiabetic. Understanding its potential benefits can inform medical decisions.

Rauf A et al (2023).

Saudi Pharm J.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jsps.2023.101868

PubMed:

38033748

Phytochemical analysis, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activities of Jordanian Pomegranate peels.

Pomegranate peels from Jordan contain high levels of phenolic compounds, flavonoids, and tannins. The ethanol extract shows strong antimicrobial activity and the water extract has high antioxidant activity. Pomegranate peels could be utilized for medical purposes and as a source of bioactive ingredients.

Sweidan N et al (2023).

PLoS One.

DOI:

10.1371/journal.pone.0295129

PubMed:

38032959

Correction: Hibiscus sabdariffa: Genetic variability, seasonality and their impact on nutritional and antioxidant properties.

Sanou A et al (2023).

PLoS One.

DOI:

10.1371/journal.pone.0295299

PubMed:

38032945

Biogenic synthesis of AuNPs using Solanum virginianum L. and their antibacterial, antioxidant and catalytic applications.

Rohilla P, Chhikara A and Dahiya P (2023).

Indian J Microbiol.

DOI:

10.1007/s12088-023-01114-4

PubMed:

38031596

Aqueous leaf extract of Phyllanthus amarus protects against oxidative stress and misfiring of dopaminergic neurons in Paraquat-induced Parkinson's disease-like model of adult Wistar rats.

This study explored the effects of Phyllanthus amarus extract on Paraquat-induced neurotoxicity in rats. The findings may be relevant for managing and treating neurological damage caused by environmental toxins.

Enemali Felix U et al (2023).

J Chem Neuroanat.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jchemneu.2023.102365

PubMed:

38030098

Antiarthritic activity of Physalis peruviana fruit extract via inhibition of inflammatory mediators: Integrated in vitro, in vivo and in silico study.

Mohammed RS et al (2023).

J Ethnopharmacol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jep.2023.117502

PubMed:

38030020

Assessment of antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anticancer activity competence of methonolic extracts of Trianthema ortulacastrum and Andrographis paniculata.

Methanol extracts from Andrographis paniculata have more beneficial compounds and higher antioxidant, antidiabetic, and anti-inflammatory activities compared to Trianthema portulacastrum. A. paniculata extract is worth exploring for potential biomedical applications.

Wadaan MA, Baabbad A and Farooq Khan M (2023).

Environ Res.

DOI:

10.1016/j.envres.2023.117764

PubMed:

38029820