Structural characterization and antioxidant activity of processed polysaccharides PCP-F1 from Polygonatum cyrtonema Hua.

This study explores the potential therapeutic properties of crude polysaccharides extracted from Hua (PCPs). Understanding their benefits could inform future medical and culinary applications of this traditional Chinese herb, providing opportunities for research and development in healthcare and nutrition.

Zhao Y et al (2023).

Front Nutr.

DOI:

10.3389/fnut.2023.1272977

PubMed:

37731400

Quantification of Phytochemicals and Metal Ions as well as the Determination of Volatile Compounds, Antioxidant, Antimicrobial and Antacid Activities of the Mimosa pudica L. Leaf: Exploration of Neglected and Under-Utilized Part.

Mimosa pudica leaves contain phytochemicals, fatty acids, and metal ions with potential health benefits. They exhibit antioxidant, antacid, and antimicrobial activity, and also show potential as anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory agents. MP leaves can be used as medicinal materials and have promise in the pharmaceutical industry.

Gandhi MY et al (2023).

Chem Biodivers.

DOI:

10.1002/cbdv.202301049

PubMed:

37728228

Genome of Phyllanthus emblica: the medicinal plant Amla with super antioxidant properties.

Scientists sequenced the genome of Indian gooseberry (amla), a medicinal plant rich in antioxidants. They identified ascorbate biosynthesis pathways and analyzed evolutionary insights into fruit formation and flavonoid biosynthesis. This information has potential applications in horticulture, medicine, diet, cosmetics, and comparative genomics.

Mahajan S et al (2023).

Front Plant Sci.

DOI:

10.3389/fpls.2023.1210078

PubMed:

37727852

A fruit extract of Styphnolobium japonicum (L.) counteracts oxidative stress and mediates neuroprotection in Caenorhabditis elegans.

Thabit S et al (2023).

BMC Complement Med Ther.

DOI:

10.1186/s12906-023-04149-8

PubMed:

37726773

Evaluation of the Antioxidant Potential of Citrus medica from Different Geographical Regions and Characterization of Phenolic Constituents by LC-MS.

Xia C et al (2023).

ACS Omega.

DOI:

10.1021/acsomega.3c02861

PubMed:

37720798

Pharmacological Activity of Matrine in Inhibiting Colon Cancer Cells VM Formation, Proliferation, and Invasion by Downregulating Claudin-9 Mediated EMT Process and MAPK Signaling Pathway.

Matrine, a compound in Chinese herbal plant, has shown promising anticancer effects on colon cancer. This study investigates how Matrine works and its potential as a therapy for colon cancer.

Du Q et al (2023).

Drug Des Devel Ther.

DOI:

10.2147/DDDT.S417077

PubMed:

37719361

Drying temperature affects the hypolipidemic, antioxidant, and antihypertensive potential of Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx in rats induced with L-NAME.

Different drying temperatures were applied to calyx, and the resulting extract showed potential as a treatment for hypertension and cardiovascular diseases.

Efosa JO, Omage K and Azeke MA (2023).

Toxicol Rep.

DOI:

10.1016/j.toxrep.2023.09.005

PubMed:

37719201

Effects of three different plant-derived polysaccharides on growth performance, immunity, antioxidant function, and cecal microbiota of broilers.

Zhao G et al (2024).

J Sci Food Agric.

DOI:

10.1002/jsfa.12988

PubMed:

37718500