New gypenosides derived from Gynostemma pentaphyllum have potential as anti-fibrotic agents for treating chronic hepatic disorders, particularly hepatic fibrosis. Compound 5 shows promise in mitigating hepatic fibrosis in mice.
This study analyzed the characteristics of four types of microgreens and found that they have high nutritional value and potential as a food additive. The results suggest that microgreens could be used in various food industries, benefiting both the industry and consumers.
Researchers compared the effect of soil and hydroponic media on fruit quality and phytochemical contents of two strawberry cultivars. Understanding optimal growing media can improve strawberry cultivation for taste, nutrition, and health benefits.
The genomes of Sophora plant species were sequenced, with the smaller genome used to validate the larger one. The study identified pathways for secondary metabolite production, aiding in comparative genomics and data mining for plant natural products.
This study highlights the various beneficial properties of Nigella sativa, specifically the compound thymoquinone (TQ). TQ exhibits antihypertensive, liver protective, diuretic, digestive, anti-diarrheal, appetite boosting, pain relieving, antibacterial effects, and can help with skin issues.
This study analyzed the phenolic composition and antioxidant properties of different varieties of fig fruits. The dark purple species had the highest total polyphenol content and total antioxidant capacity, while the purple species had the highest flavonoid content and DPPH radical scavenging activity.
Researchers discovered four new phenolic compounds in the roots of Rumex dentatus L. These compounds were identified through spectroscopic analysis and acidic hydrolysis. One of them, Compound 1, showed moderate antifungal activity against Epidermophyton floccosum.