Immunology Studies

Ameliorative effects of Myrtus communis L. extract involving the inhibition of oxidative stress on high fat diet-induced testis damage in rats.

HFD caused testicular injury in rats, affecting sperm parameters and increasing oxidative damage. MC extract may protect against these effects by inhibiting oxidative damage.

Coskunlu B et al (2024).
Biotech Histochem.
PubMed:
38682543

Antidiabetic and hepatoprotection effect of butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea L.) through antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, lower LDH, ACP, AST, and ALT on diabetes mellitus and dyslipidemia rat.

Butterfly pea flower extract (CTE) shows potential for treating diabetes and protecting the liver in rat models. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-diabetic properties. CTE improved liver function and reduced oxidative stress markers in rats with diabetes and dyslipidemia.

Widowati W et al (2024).
Heliyon.
PubMed:
38681657

Multi-layer encapsulation of pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima L.) seed protein hydrolysate and investigating its release and antioxidant activity in simulated gastrointestinal digestion.

Pumpkin seed protein hydrolysate loaded in chitosan-alginate-CMC hydrogels showed better protection, release behavior, and antioxidant activity in simulated gastrointestinal environment. Multi-component hybrid systems are effective for bioactive compound protection.

Nooshi Manjili Z et al (2024).
Heliyon.
PubMed:
38681570

Synergistic modulation of proinflammatory mediators and cytokines in lipopolysaccharide-activated RAW 264.7 macrophages: The therapeutic potential of Elephantopus scaber and Sauropus androgynus ethanol extract.

Combining ES and SA extracts showed potential anti-inflammatory effects on LPS-activated macrophage cells. This may lead to new treatments for inflammatory conditions.

Djati MS et al (2024).
Vet World.
PubMed:
38680152

Bioactive components in Psidium guajava extracts elicit biotoxic attributes and distinct antioxidant enzyme modulation in the larvae of vectors of lymphatic filariasis and dengue.

Guava leaf extracts show promise as eco-friendly mosquito larvicides. Methanol extract most effective. Contains bioactive compounds that target mosquitoes' enzymes. Consider for alternative vector control methods.

Aremu HK et al (2024).
Exp Parasitol.
PubMed:
38677581

The Power of Punica granatum: A Natural Remedy for Oxidative Stress and Inflammation; a narrative review.

Pomegranate has numerous health benefits, such as managing hypertension, dyslipidemia, hyperglycemia, and insulin resistance. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties also enhance wound healing and infection resistance.

Moradnia M et al (2024).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
38677577

A novel isoquinoline alkaloid HJ-69 isolated from Zanthoxylum bungeanum attenuates inflammatory pain by inhibiting voltage-gated sodium and potassium channels.

Scientists studied isoquinoline alkaloids in Z. bungeanum for potential medicinal benefits. This plant has traditional use for arthritis and toothache in Asia. Research may lead to new treatments.

Wang L et al (2024).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
38677570

Restoring bone-fat equilibrium: Baicalin's impact on P38 MAPK pathway for treating diabetic osteoporosis.

Baicalin from Scutellaria baicalensis helps treat diabetic osteoporosis by promoting bone formation and inhibiting fat accumulation. Its effects may be mediated through the P38-MAPK pathway, offering a potential new treatment approach.

Qin W et al (2024).
Biomed Pharmacother.
PubMed:
38677248