PMID: Nutrients. 2019 Aug 21 ;11(9). Epub 2019 Aug 21. PMID: 31438590 Abstract Title: Effect of Anthocyanin-Rich Tart Cherry Extract on Inflammatory Mediators and Adipokines Involved in Type 2 Diabetes in a High Fat Diet Induced Obesity Mouse Model. Abstract: Male C57BL/6J mice were used to determine the possible therapeutic effects of our previously described …
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The efficacy of tart cherry juice in aiding recovery after intermittent exercise.
PMID: Int J Sports Physiol Perform. 2019 Oct 15:1-7. Epub 2019 Oct 15. PMID: 31614329 Abstract Title: The Efficacy of Tart Cherry Juice in Aiding Recovery After Intermittent Exercise. Abstract: PURPOSE: To investigate the effects of supplementation with tart cherry juice (TCJ) on markers of recovery after intermittent exercise under habitual dietary conditions.METHODS: Using a …
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Tart cherry concentrate may enhance endurance exercise performance.
PMID: J Am Coll Nutr. 2020 Jan 27:1-8. Epub 2020 Jan 27. PMID: 31986108 Abstract Title: Effect of Tart Cherry Concentrate on Endurance Exercise Performance: A Meta-analysis. Abstract: Tart cherry concentrate has been shown to improve muscle function, and reduce muscle damage, oxidative stress/inflammation, and muscle soreness in athletes; however, evidence for acute endurance performance …
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Tart cherry fractions inhibit biofilm formation and adherence properties of oral pathogens and enhance oral epithelial barrier function.
PMID: Phytother Res. 2019 Dec 17. Epub 2019 Dec 17. PMID: 31846135 Abstract Title: Tart cherry (Prunus cerasus L.) fractions inhibit biofilm formation and adherence properties of oral pathogens and enhance oral epithelial barrier function. Abstract: Dental caries, candidiasis, and periodontal disease are the most common oral infections affecting a wide range of the population …
Gallic acid potentiate the antihyperglycemic effect of acarbose and metformin.
PMID: Arch Physiol Biochem. 2020 Jan 24:1-9. Epub 2020 Jan 24. PMID: 31979987 Abstract Title: Can gallic acid potentiate the antihyperglycemic effect of acarbose and metformin? Evidence from streptozotocin-induced diabetic rat model. Abstract: This study investigated the influence of dietary phenolic acid- Gallic acid (GA) on the antihyperglycemic properties of acarbose (ACA) and metformin (MET). …
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Analysis of the anti-fatigue activity of polysaccharides from Spirulina platensis.
PMID: Food Funct. 2020 Feb 26 ;11(2):1826-1834. PMID: 32057057 Abstract Title: Analysis of the anti-fatigue activity of polysaccharides from Spirulina platensis: role of central 5-hydroxytryptamine mechanisms. Abstract: This study evaluated the effects of polysaccharides from Spirulina platensis (PSP) on endurance during treadmill exercise; levels of some biochemical indicators including hemoglobin (Hb), lactic acid (LA), creatine …
P. tenuifila showed no acute toxicity and had a promising effect as an anxiolytic agent, hypnotic-sedative and anticonvulsant.
PMID: Food Res Int. 2020 Feb ;128:108813. Epub 2019 Nov 21. PMID: 31955772 Abstract Title: Garlic passion fruit (Passiflora tenuifila Killip): Assessment of eventual acute toxicity, anxiolytic, sedative, and anticonvulsant effects using in vivo assays. Abstract: Several Passiflora species are known for their sedative and anxiolytic properties. However, the functional properties of Passiflora tenuifila Killip …
Seed extract of P. edulis Sims var. edulis had good antibacterial activity against P. acnes.
PMID: Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2020 ;13:99-104. Epub 2020 Jan 31. PMID: 32099437 Abstract Title: Antibacterial Activity of Passion Fruit Purple Variant () Seeds Extract Against. Abstract: Background: Passion fruit is used commercially for consumption and in beverages. This plant exhibits various pharmacological properties and possesses a complex phytochemistry. In recent years, this plant has …
Paeoniae Radix inhibits hepatoma cell growth by inducing apoptosis in a p53 independent pathway.
PMID: Life Sci. 2002 Sep 27 ;71(19):2267-77. PMID: 12215374 Abstract Title: Paeoniae Radix, a Chinese herbal extract, inhibit hepatoma cells growth by inducing apoptosis in a p53 independent pathway. Abstract: Paeoniae Radix (PR) is the root of traditional Chinese Herb named Paeonia lactiflora Pallas, which is commonly used to treat liver diseases in China for …
Vasodilatory effects of ethanol extract of Radix Paeoniae Rubra and its mechanism of action in the rat aorta.
PMID: J Ethnopharmacol. 2012 Jun 26 ;142(1):188-93. Epub 2012 Apr 21. PMID: 22543176 Abstract Title: Vasodilatory effects of ethanol extract of Radix Paeoniae Rubra and its mechanism of action in the rat aorta. Abstract: ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE: Radix Paeoniae Rubra (RPR) is an important traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) commonly used in clinic for a long history …
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