PMID: Phytother Res. 2019 Nov 19. Epub 2019 Nov 19. PMID: 31742775 Abstract Title: A systematic review of the clinical use of Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) to ameliorate cognitive dysfunction. Abstract: Many developed countries are experiencing a rapidly"greying"population, and cognitive decline is common in the elderly. There is no cure for dementia, and pharmacotherapy options to …
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Fatty acids from W. somnifera seeds have strong anti-inflammatory properties, along with remarkable therapeutic potential on psoriasis-like skin etiologies.
PMID: Biomolecules. 2020 Jan 25 ;10(2). Epub 2020 Jan 25. PMID: 31991752 Abstract Title: Super Critical Fluid Extracted Fatty Acids fromSeeds Repair Psoriasis-Like Skin Lesions and Attenuate Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines (TNF-α and IL-6) Release. Abstract: (1) Background:Dunal (Ashwagandha) is a widely used medicinal herb in traditional medicinal systems with extensive research on various plant parts. Surprisingly, …
Biostimulating gut microbiome with bilberry anthocyanin combo to enhance Anti-PD-L1 efficiency against murine colon cancer.
PMID: Microorganisms. 2020 Jan 25 ;8(2). Epub 2020 Jan 25. PMID: 31991820 Abstract Title: Biostimulating Gut Microbiome with Bilberry Anthocyanin Combo to Enhance Anti-PD-L1 Efficiency against Murine Colon Cancer. Abstract: Recent advances have revealed the essential role of gut microbiomes in the therapeutic efficiency of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs). Inspired by biostimulation, a method using …
Blueberry attenuated liver fibrosis, protected intestinal epithelial barrier, and maintained the homeostasis of the gut microbiota.
PMID: Can J Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2019 ;2019:5236149. Epub 2019 Nov 22. PMID: 31886154 Abstract Title: Blueberry Attenuates Liver Fibrosis, Protects Intestinal Epithelial Barrier, and Maintains Gut Microbiota Homeostasis. Abstract: Objective: Recently, blueberry has been identified as a candidate for the treatment of liver fibrosis. Given the role of gut-liver axis in liver fibrosis and the …
Phenolic-enriched blueberry-leaf extract attenuates glucose homeostasis, pancreatic β-cell function, and insulin sensitivity in high-fat diet-induced diabetic mice.
PMID: Nutr Res. 2019 Nov 7 ;73:83-96. Epub 2019 Nov 7. PMID: 31923607 Abstract Title: Phenolic-enriched blueberry-leaf extract attenuates glucose homeostasis, pancreaticβ-cell function, and insulin sensitivity in high-fat diet-induced diabetic mice. Abstract: Blueberry fruit exhibits strong antioxidant activity owing to the presence of anthocyanin. As blueberry-leaf extract (BLE) contains chlorogenic acid and flavonol glycosides, we …
Welsh onion root restores ovarian functions from letrozole induced-polycystic ovary syndrome.
PMID: Nutrients. 2018 Oct 4 ;10(10). Epub 2018 Oct 4. PMID: 30287740 Abstract Title: Welsh Onion Root () Restores Ovarian Functions from Letrozole Induced-Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Abstract: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine, metabolic, and systemic disease. It is mainly characterized by hyperandrogenism, oligomenorrhea, and high levels of luteinizing hormone (LH). There is no …
Nigella sativa and onion extract attenuate the pathological effect of nicotine in the lung.
PMID: Folia Morphol (Warsz). 2019 ;78(3):554-563. Epub 2018 Dec 21. PMID: 30575005 Abstract Title: Evaluation of antioxidant and anti-lipid peroxidation potentials of Nigella sativa and onion extract on nicotine-induced lung damage. Abstract: BACKGROUND: The present work aimed to compare the protective effect of Nigella sativa (NS) and onion extract on the nicotine-induced lung damage in …
Wild edible onions successfully prevent adverse effects of chemotherapeutic drug doxorubicin.
PMID: Biomed Pharmacother. 2019 Jan ;109:2482-2491. Epub 2018 Dec 1. PMID: 30551509 Abstract Title: Wild edible onions – Allium flavum and Allium carinatum – successfully prevent adverse effects of chemotherapeutic drug doxorubicin. Abstract: The objective of this study was to evaluate potential of two chemically characterized edible wild onion species, Allium flavum and Allium carinatum, …
Consuming marjoram may have an antihypertensive effect.
PMID: Biomolecules. 2019 06 11 ;9(6). Epub 2019 Jun 11. PMID: 31212721 Abstract Title: Marjoram Relaxes Rat Thoracic Aorta Via a PI3-K/eNOS/cGMP Pathway. Abstract: Despite pharmacotherapeutic advances, cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the primary cause of global mortality. Alternative approaches, such as herbal medicine, continue to be sought to reduce this burden.is recognized for many medicinal …
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Origanum majorana L. extract exhibit positive cooperative effects on the main mechanisms involved in acute infectious diarrhea.
PMID: J Ethnopharmacol. 2019 Jul 15 ;239:111503. Epub 2018 Sep 11. PMID: 30217790 Abstract Title: Origanum majorana L. extract exhibit positive cooperative effects on the main mechanisms involved in acute infectious diarrhea. Abstract: ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE: Origanum majorana L. (Lamiaceae) is commonly used in Moroccan folk medicine to treat infantile colic, abdominal discomfort and diarrhea. Liquid …
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