PMID: Inflammation. 2012 Aug ;35(4):1392-401. PMID: 22391746 Abstract Title: Resveratrol Inhibits respiratory syncytial virus-induced IL-6 production, decreases viral replication, and downregulates TRIF expression in airway epithelial cells. Abstract: Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the most common pathogen responsible for lower respiratory diseases in children. So far, there is no effective treatment or preventative vaccine available …
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Neuroprotective effect of Annona muricata-derived polysaccharides in neuronal HT22 cell damage induced by hydrogen peroxide.
PMID: Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2020 Jan 21:1-12. Epub 2020 Jan 21. PMID: 31960754 Abstract Title: Neuroprotective effect of-derived polysaccharides in neuronal HT22 cell damage induced by hydrogen peroxide. Abstract: Crude extracts and phytochemical compounds derived fromleaves have been demonstrated to exert neuroprotective effects. However, the neuroprotective effects ofleaves-derived polysaccharide extracts (ALPs) have not been investigated. …
Genetic susceptibility may modify the association between cell phone use and thyroid cancer.
PMID: Environ Res. 2019 Dec 6 ;182:109013. Epub 2019 Dec 6. PMID: 31918310 Abstract Title: Genetic susceptibility may modify the association between cell phone use and thyroid cancer: A population-based case-control study in Connecticut. Abstract: Emerging studies have provided evidence on the carcinogenicity of radiofrequency radiation (RFR) from cell phones. This study aims to test …
Saffron could be considered as an alternative to synthetic antidepressants in the treatment of mild to moderate depression.
PMID: J Nerv Ment Dis. 2020 Jan 7. Epub 2020 Jan 7. PMID: 31913957 Abstract Title: Safety and Efficacy of Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) for Treating Mild to Moderate Depression: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Herbal remedies are becoming increasingly popular for the treatment of depression. Recently, accumulating evidences reveal a positive effect …
A review of the potential efficacy of saffron in cognitive dysfunction and seizures.
PMID: Prev Nutr Food Sci. 2019 Dec ;24(4):363-372. Epub 2019 Dec 31. PMID: 31915630 Abstract Title: A Review of Potential Efficacy of Saffron (L.) in Cognitive Dysfunction and Seizures. Abstract: (saffron) is traditionally used to relieve several ailments. Experimental researches have also investigated applications of saffron and its active constituents for the treatment of a …
Ameliorative effects of crocin on paraquat-induced oxidative stress in testis.
PMID: Int J Reprod Biomed (Yazd). 2019 Dec ;17(11):807-818. Epub 2019 Dec 26. PMID: 31911963 Abstract Title: Ameliorative effects of crocin on paraquat-induced oxidative stress in testis of adult mice: An experimental study. Abstract: Background: Paraquat (PQ), as a pyridine compound, is widely used worldwide to control annual weeds. The oxidative stress caused by PQ …
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Crocin alleviates lipopolysaccharide-induced acute respiratory distress syndrome.
PMID: Inflamm Res. 2020 Jan 10. Epub 2020 Jan 10. PMID: 31925528 Abstract Title: Crocin alleviates lipopolysaccharide-induced acute respiratory distress syndrome by protecting against glycocalyx damage and suppressing inflammatory signaling pathways. Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To explore the mechanisms of crocin against glycocalyx damage and inflammatory injury in lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) mice and …
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Crocin: a protective natural antioxidant against pulmonary fibrosis induced by bleomycin.
PMID: Pharmacol Rep. 2020 Jan 29. Epub 2020 Jan 29. PMID: 31997260 Abstract Title: Crocin: a protective natural antioxidant against pulmonary fibrosis induced by bleomycin. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a chronic and fibrotic lung disease of unknown causes. Given the crucial role of oxidative stress in the progression of IPF, antioxidant therapy …
Crocetin could be used as a preventative measure against myopia progression.
PMID: Nutrients. 2020 Jan 9 ;12(1). Epub 2020 Jan 9. PMID: 31936441 Abstract Title: Estimation of the Minimum Effective Dose of Dietary Supplement Crocetin for Prevention of Myopia Progression in Mice. Abstract: The natural carotenoid crocetin has been reported to suppress phenotypes of an experimental myopia model in mice. We investigated the minimum effective dose …
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Crocetin extracted from saffron shows antitumor effects in models of human glioblastoma.
PMID: Int J Mol Sci. 2020 Jan 9 ;21(2). Epub 2020 Jan 9. PMID: 31936544 Abstract Title: Crocetin Extracted from Saffron Shows Antitumor Effects in Models of Human Glioblastoma. Abstract: Over recent years, many authors discussed the effects of different natural compounds on glioblastoma (GBM). Due to its capacity to impair survival and progression of …
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