Immunology Studies

Identification of a Hydroxygallic Acid Derivative, Zingibroside R1 and a Sterol Lipid as Potential Active Ingredients of Cuscuta chinensis Extract That Has Neuroprotective and Antioxidant Effects in Aged Caenorhabditis elegans.

Researchers studied the effects of two traditional Chinese medicine plants, and found that both extracts improved short-term memory, mechanosensory response, and resistance to oxidative stress in a model organism. Chemical analyses showed the presence of bioactive compounds, including zingibroside R1, which was responsible for the observed health benefits of . A hydroxygallic acid derivative and sterol lipid were also present in the most bioactive fraction of , but hardly in . These findings suggest that has overall anti-aging effects on the model organism and provide insight into the specific components responsible.

Sayed SMA et al (2022).
Nutrients.
PubMed:
36235851

Protective Effect of Rhus chinensis Mill. Fruits on 3,5-Diethoxycarbonyl-1,4-Dihydrocollidine-Induced Cholestasis in Mice via Ameliorating Oxidative Stress and Inflammation.

Sun Y et al (2022).
Nutrients.
PubMed:
36235742