Phytochemical Profiling, Antioxidant and Cognitive-Enhancing Effect of Helichrysum italicum ssp. italicum (Roth) G. Don (Asteraceae).

This study found that the methanol-aqueous extract from ssp. aerial parts has antioxidant properties and can improve memory and learning. It contains various compounds that can enhance cognitive function.

Gevrenova R et al (2023).

Plants (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/plants12152755

PubMed:

37570911

Herbicide and Cytogenotoxic Activity of Inclusion Complexes of Psidium gaudichaudianum Leaf Essential Oil and β-Caryophyllene on 2-Hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin.

Scientists developed inclusion complexes (ICs) from essential oil (EO) and -caryophyllene (-CAR), which showed significant herbicidal effects on weed species. ICs also protected EO and -CAR from degradation and increased their stability, making them potential candidates for commercial exploration.

Mendes LA et al (2023).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules28155909

PubMed:

37570879

Antimicrobial, Antibiofilm, and Anticancer Activities of Syzygium aromaticum Essential Oil Nanoemulsion.

The study prepared clove oil nanoemulsion and emulsion, characterized them, and found that the nanoemulsion had antibacterial, antifungal, antibiofilm, and anticancer properties. More research is needed for in vivo applications.

Shehabeldine AM et al (2023).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules28155812

PubMed:

37570781

LCMS/MS Phytochemical Profiling, Molecular, Pathological, and Immune-Histochemical Studies on the Anticancer Properties of Annona muricata.

The study identified 388 compounds in a tropical fruit extract, including potential new compounds. The extract showed anticancer properties in mice, improving abnormalities caused by cancer cells.

Abdallah RH et al (2023).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules28155744

PubMed:

37570713

Anti-Candida and Anti-Leishmanial Activities of Encapsulated Cinnamomum verum Essential Oil in Chitosan Nanoparticles.

Researchers optimized a technique to encapsulate essential oils in chitosan nanoparticles. The nanoparticles showed strong antibacterial, antifungal, and antiparasitic activity, making them a potential treatment for skin infections.

Essid R et al (2023).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules28155681

PubMed:

37570651

Comparative Transcriptomic Analysis of the Metabolism of Betalains and Flavonoids in Red Amaranth Hypocotyl under Blue Light and Dark Conditions.

Liu S, Wang X and Peng L (2023).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules28155627

PubMed:

37570597

Exploring the Impact of Ampelopsis Grossedentata Flavonoids on Growth Performance, Ruminal Microbiota, and Plasma Physiology and Biochemistry of Kids.

This study found that supplementing Ampelopsis grossedentata flavonoids (AGF) in goat's diets improved rumen bacterial microbiome, plasma physiology, and growth performance. This has potential benefits for livestock growth and economic outcomes.

Zhu J et al (2023).

Animals (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/ani13152454

PubMed:

37570263

Innovative Approaches for Food: Using Natural Phenolic-Rich Extracts to Produce Value-Added Fresh Pasta.

Researchers extracted phenolic compounds from leaf powder and incorporated them into fresh pasta, increasing its antioxidant capacity and shelf-life without affecting cooking properties. This sustainable approach can be used to enhance nutritional value and extend shelf-life of cereal-based products.

Gomes SM, Albuquerque D and Santos L (2023).

Int J Mol Sci.

DOI:

10.3390/ijms241512451

PubMed:

37569826