PMID: Biomedicine (Taipei). 2019 Sep ;9(3):20. Epub 2019 Aug 27. PMID: 31453801 Abstract Title: The effect of nigella sativa oil on the prevention of phlebitis induced by chemotherapy: a clinical trial. Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Phlebitis, that disrupts chemotherapy, is the inflammation of the vein and the most common complication of intravenous injection of chemotherapy drugs.AIM: the …
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Chondroprotective effect of Nigella sativa oil in the early stages of osteoarthritis.
PMID: J Musculoskelet Neuronal Interact. 2019 Sep 1 ;19(3):362-369. PMID: 31475944 Abstract Title: Chondroprotective effect ofoil in the early stages of osteoarthritis: an experimental study in rabbits. Abstract: PURPOSE: oil possesses a well-known ability to protect certain organs from oxidative, neoplastic, and inflammatory damage. This study investigated the potential chondroprotective effects of intraarticular injections ofoil …
The Healing Effects of Thymoquinone and dexpanthenol in sciatic nerve compression injury.
PMID: J Invest Surg. 2019 Aug 29:1-9. Epub 2019 Aug 29. PMID: 31462122 Abstract Title: The Healing Effects of Thymoquinone and Dexpanthenol in Sciatic Nerve Compression Injury in Rats. Abstract: Functional healing of peripheral nerve injuries is still difficult. In this study, potential healing effects of thymoquinone and dexpanthenol in sciatic nerve compression injury (SCI) …
Vapers showed moderate-to-severe symptomatic dry eye and poorer tear film quality compared with nonsmokers.
PMID: Optom Vis Sci. 2019 Sep ;96(9):678-685. PMID: 31479023 Abstract Title: The Tear Function in Electronic Cigarette Smokers. Abstract: SIGNIFICANCE: Prominent ocular surface dryness and poor tear film quality among electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) smokers (or vapers) indicate potential harm to the eyes from vaping. These findings may serve as precautionary signs for e-cigarette users and …
Electronic cigarettes disrupt lung lipid homeostasis and innate immunity independent of nicotine.
PMID: J Clin Invest. 2019 Sep 4. Epub 2019 Sep 4. PMID: 31483291 Abstract Title: Electronic cigarettes disrupt lung lipid homeostasis and innate immunity independent of nicotine. Abstract: Electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) or e-cigarettes have emerged as a popular recreational tool among adolescents and adults. Although the use of ENDS is often promoted as …
Electronic cigarette use was associated with worse sleep health.
PMID: J Sleep Res. 2019 Sep 4:e12902. Epub 2019 Sep 4. PMID: 31486154 Abstract Title: Electronic cigarette use and sleep health in young adults. Abstract: Poor sleep health is associated with numerous health concerns, and sleep problems are exacerbated by cigarette smoking. Although rates of traditional tobacco use are declining, rates of electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) …
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An Overview on the anti-inflammatory potential and antioxidant profile of eugenol.
PMID: Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2018 ;2018:3957262. Epub 2018 Oct 22. PMID: 30425782 Abstract Title: An Overview on the Anti-inflammatory Potential and Antioxidant Profile of Eugenol. Abstract: The bioactive compounds found in foods and medicinal plants are attractive molecules for the development of new drugs with action against several diseases, such as those associated with …
Protective effect of eugenol against restraint stress-induced gastrointestinal dysfunction: Potential use in irritable bowel syndrome.
PMID: Pharm Biol. 2015 Jul ;53(7):968-74. Epub 2014 Dec 4. PMID: 25473818 Abstract Title: Protective effect of eugenol against restraint stress-induced gastrointestinal dysfunction: Potential use in irritable bowel syndrome. Abstract: CONTEXT: Eugenol, an essential constituent found in plants such as Eugenia caryophyllata Thunb. (Myrtaceae) is reported to possess neuroprotective and anti-stress activities. These activities can …
Eugenol nanocapsule for enhanced therapeutic activity against periodontal infections.
PMID: J Drug Target. 2016 ;24(1):24-33. Epub 2015 Jun 16. PMID: 26079717 Abstract Title: Eugenol nanocapsule for enhanced therapeutic activity against periodontal infections. Abstract: Eugenol is a godsend to dental care due to its analgesic, local anesthetic, and anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. The aim of the present research work was to prepare, characterize and evaluate …
This study clearly documents the antioxidant, anticlastogenic and radioprotective potentials of thymol.
PMID: Mutat Res. 2011 Dec 24 ;726(2):136-45. Epub 2011 Sep 14. PMID: 21933721 Abstract Title: In vivo radioprotective potential of thymol, a monoterpene phenol derivative of cymene. Abstract: The radioprotective and anticlastogenic potential of a phenol derivative monoterpene thymol(TOH), against whole-body gamma radiation was studied in Swiss albino mice. Acute toxicity of TOH, with an …