Sugarcane is traditionally used as a tonic and fatigue-fighting remedy. Preclinical studies in rats show that sugarcane leaf extract affects the central nervous and cardiovascular systems through dopaminergic pathways, potentially improving motor, emotional, and cognitive functions.
Study shows essential-oil vaporization reduces dental anxiety, especially in females and those with high trait anxiety. Promising potential for alleviating dental fear and improving patient comfort. Further research needed.
Purpurin, a compound from Rubia tinctorum, relieves neuropathic pain in diabetic mice by enhancing bioenergetics and antioxidant effects. Could lead to improved therapy for diabetic patients with peripheral neuropathy.
Study evaluated XF-CX herbal medicine pair ratios for antidepressant effects. XF-CX (2:1) most effective. Identified potential antidepressant constituents. Beneficial for depression treatment mechanism and clinical application.
Leaves of Schott and Solander show promise in treating dementia. Simple crush powder has strongest effect on tauopathy and other pathologies. Potential dietary source for dementia prevention.
Study shows total flavonoids from EUL leaves can protect against nerve damage from ischemia by reducing oxidative stress, increasing cell survival rates, and modulating related pathways, suggesting potential therapeutic effects for ischemic stroke treatment.
Chinese quince fruit extract (CSFE) contains compounds that improved depressive and anxiety-like behaviors in mice induced by corticosterone (CORT). CGA and neo-CGA from CSFE bind strongly to MAO-B, suggesting potential antidepressant effects.
Researchers studied the effects of green-synthesized benzoic acid on autism-related gene expression in zebrafish embryos exposed to Valproic acid toxicity. Benzoic acid improved gene expression and antioxidant balance, showing potential for autism treatment.