Ethyl acetate extract of Gastrodia elata protects Caenorhabditis elegans from oxidative stress and amyloid β peptide toxicity.

Blume (traditional Chinese medicine) has various benefits including anti-inflammation, anti-oxidation, neuroprotection. This study shows EEGE's ability to reduce Aβ toxicity and delay nematode paralysis through gene regulation.

Shi X et al (2023).

Exp Ther Med.

DOI:

10.3892/etm.2023.12104

PubMed:

37522064

Anticancer, Antioxidant, and Catalytic Activities of Green Synthesized Gold Nanoparticles Using Avocado Seed Aqueous Extract.

This study found that avocado seeds, typically discarded as waste, can be used to synthesize gold nanoparticles with antioxidant, anticancer, and catalytic properties, offering potential for various applications. The nanoparticles also showed good stability and recyclability, addressing concerns around cost and reusability.

Ngungeni Y et al (2023).

ACS Omega.

DOI:

10.1021/acsomega.3c02260

PubMed:

37521675

Efficacy and Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Ashwagandha Sustained-Release Formulation on Depression and Anxiety Induced by Chronic Unpredictable Stress: in vivo and in vitro Studies.

Ashwagandha is a natural herb known as an adaptogen that aids in managing stress. It is safe and effective, making it beneficial for stress relief.

KrishnaRaju AV et al (2023).

J Exp Pharmacol.

DOI:

10.2147/JEP.S407906

PubMed:

37521489

Neuroprotective potency of mangiferin against 3-nitropropionic acid induced Huntington's disease-like symptoms in rats: possible antioxidant and anti-inflammatory mechanisms.

Mangiferin, a compound in plants, has protective effects against Huntington's disease by reducing symptoms, improving cognitive and motor function, and decreasing oxidative damage and inflammation in the brain. It may be a potential treatment for HD.

Lum PT et al (2023).

Front Pharmacol.

DOI:

10.3389/fphar.2023.1189957

PubMed:

37521470

Antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant competence of Cardiospermum halicacabum based nanoemulsion and characterized their physicochemical properties.

This research evaluated two types of nanoemulsions, CHE-NE-A and CHE-NE-B, for their potential as drug carriers. CHE-NE-A showed better drug release, antioxidant activity, antibacterial activity, and antifungal activity compared to CHE-NE-B. It may be considered as a useful drug carrier.

Sayanam RRA et al (2023).

3 Biotech.

DOI:

10.1007/s13205-023-03703-y

PubMed:

37520341

Comparing the antioxidant properties and volatile compounds of carrot-orange juice blend processed through varied chemical, pasteurization and ultrasound conditions.

Khalil AA et al (2023).

Ultrason Sonochem.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ultsonch.2023.106534

PubMed:

37515910

Wogonin alleviates BaP-induced DNA damage and oxidative stress in human airway epithelial cells by dual inhibiting CYP1A1 activity and expression.

Ni Z et al (2023).

Environ Toxicol.

DOI:

10.1002/tox.23907

PubMed:

37515497

The Antioxidant Activity of Mistletoes (Viscum album and Other Species).

This review discusses the various species of mistletoe and their antioxidant effects. While the European mistletoe is widely used in medical treatments, the potential of other mistletoe species is still unclear.

Nicoletti M et al (2023).

Plants (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/plants12142707

PubMed:

37514321