GeoBotanical: Obesity Studies

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Effect of dark sweet cherry (Prunus avium) supplementation on the fecal microbiota, metabolic endotoxemia, and intestinal permeability in obese subjects: a single-blind randomized trial.

Cherries improve gut health by decreasing harmful bacteria and increasing beneficial bacteria in obese individuals. No changes in intestinal permeability observed. Future research recommended for obese individuals with increased intestinal permeability.

Gastroenterology Obesity Prunus avium

Arbizu S et al (2024).; Food Funct.
DOI:: 10.1039/d4fo01650e
PubMed:: 39228354

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Innovative treatments for obesity and NAFLD: A bibliometric study on antioxidants, herbs, phytochemicals, and natural compounds.

Scientists analyzed research trends on antioxidants, herbs, and natural compounds for obesity and NAFLD. China, Korea, and USA are main contributors. Key compounds include resveratrol, curcumin, and quercetin. Study provides valuable insights for future research on obesity and NAFLD treatments.

Obesity Cinnamomum verum Curcuma longa Momordica charantia Moringa oleifera

Pezzino S et al (2024).; Heliyon.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e35498
PubMed:: 39220898

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Eriodictyol regulates white adipose tissue browning and hepatic lipid metabolism in high fat diet-induced obesity mice via activating AMPK/SIRT1 pathway.

Researchers studied eriodictyol, a compound in Citrus aurantium L. var. amara Engl., known for anti-obesity potential. Understanding its effects can lead to new treatments for obesity.

Obesity Citrus aurantium

Lin SX et al (2024).; J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.jep.2024.118761
PubMed:: 39216775

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Lycium chinense Mill Induces Anti-Obesity and Anti-Diabetic Effects In Vitro and In Vivo.

Mill extract (LCM) increases GLP-1 secretion, reduces lipid accumulation, promotes weight loss, improves glucose tolerance, and exhibits hepatoprotective properties in obesity and diabetes. Promising natural treatment option.

Diabetes Obesity Lycium chinense

Jee W et al (2024).; Int J Mol Sci.
DOI:: 10.3390/ijms25168572
PubMed:: 39201257

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Glucosinolate extract from radish (Raphanus sativus L.) seed attenuates high-fat diet-induced obesity: insights into gut microbiota and fecal metabolites.

Researchers studied the health effects of radish seed by examining glucosinolates and their transformation into bioactive isothiocyanates by gut bacteria. This can have positive impacts on health.

Gastroenterology Obesity Raphanus sativus

Zhu Q et al (2024).; Front Nutr.
DOI:: 10.3389/fnut.2024.1442535
PubMed:: 39176030

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Cross-relationship between COVID-19 infection and anti-obesity products efficacy and incidence of side effects: A cross-sectional study.

Study in Alexandria, Egypt showed pandemic led to increased obesity and AOP intake. Examined AOP efficacy/safety and impact on COVID-19 severity. Important for COVID-19 treatment strategies and public health interventions.

COVID-19 Obesity Gymnema sylvestre

El-Mezayen NS et al (2024).; PLoS One.
DOI:: 10.1371/journal.pone.0309323
PubMed:: 39173063

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Exploring the mechanism of Pueraria lobata (Willd.) Ohwi in the regulation of obesity.

Researchers studied the plant Pueraria lobata for its potential health benefits, particularly in lowering blood sugar, improving insulin sensitivity, and inhibiting obesity. The specific mechanism of how it inhibits obesity is still unclear, making further study necessary.

Obesity Pueraria lobata

Mao J et al (2024).; J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:: 10.1016/j.jep.2024.118703
PubMed:: 39154668

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Isolation, characterization, and LC MS/MS determination of anti-obesity components from pine needles of Cedrus deodara (Roxb.) G. Don.

Researchers identified specific compounds in cedar pine needles that may help combat obesity, potentially leading to new treatments or dietary interventions.

Obesity Cedrus deodara

Wang X et al (2024).; Front Nutr.
DOI:: 10.3389/fnut.2024.1448908
PubMed:: 39149547