PMID: Eur J Nutr. 2019 Oct 16. Epub 2019 Oct 16. PMID: 31620886 Abstract Title: Daily intake of heat-killed Lactobacillus plantarum L-137 improves inflammation and lipid metabolism in overweight healthy adults: a randomized-controlled trial. Abstract: PURPOSE: The effects of heat-killed Lactobacillus plantarum L-137 (HK L-137) on inflammation and lipid metabolism were investigated in overweight volunteers.METHODS: …
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An extract derived from Lactobacillus plantarum 06CC2 significantly suppressed the proliferation of Caco2 colorectal cancer cells.
PMID: Biochem Biophys Rep. 2019 Dec ;20:100691. Epub 2019 Oct 3. PMID: 31650040 Abstract Title: Extract ofstrain 06CC2 induces JNK/p38 MAPK pathway-mediated apoptosis through endoplasmic reticulum stress in Caco2 colorectal cancer cells. Abstract: Colorectal cancer is a multi-factorial disease involving genetic, environmental and lifestyle risk factors. In recent years, many changes in the bacterial composition …
Lactobacillus plantarum PS128 ameliorated visceral hypersensitivity in rats through the gut-brain axis.
PMID: Probiotics Antimicrob Proteins. 2019 Nov 5. Epub 2019 Nov 5. PMID: 31691208 Abstract Title: Lactobacillus plantarum PS128 Ameliorated Visceral Hypersensitivity in Rats Through the Gut-Brain Axis. Abstract: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal pain and alterations in bowel habits. Current treatments for IBS are unsatisfactory due to …
C. sinensis fruit juice has a potential for causing both anti-proliferative and cytostatic effects on fast proliferating cells and hence cancerous cells.
PMID: Int J Appl Basic Med Res. 2014 Sep ;4(Suppl 1):S20-2. PMID: 25298937 Abstract Title: Evaluation of the anti-proliferative and cytostatic effect of Citrus sinensis (orange) fruit juice. Abstract: AIM: This work has been designed to evaluate the anti-proliferative and cytostatic effects of Citrus sinensis (orange) fruit juice on rapidly proliferating cells.MATERIALS AND METHODS: The …
Antimutagenic and antioxidant activity of the essential oils of Citrus sinensis and Citrus latifolia.
PMID: Sci Rep. 2017 09 13 ;7(1):11479. Epub 2017 Sep 13. PMID: 28904369 Abstract Title: Antimutagenic and antioxidant activity of the essential oils of Citrus sinensis and Citrus latifolia. Abstract: The essential oils of Citrus sinensis and Citrus latifolia showed antimycotic activity against Candida spp. isolated from the oral cavity; they are neither mutagenic on …
Tangeretin exerts potent anticancer effects on the MDA-MB-231 cells.
PMID: J BUON. 2019 Jul-Aug;24(4):1532-1537. PMID: 31646804 Abstract Title: Inhibition of cancer cell growth by Tangeretin flavone in drug-resistant MDA-MB-231 human breast carcinoma cells is facilitated via targeting cell apoptosis, cell cycle phase distribution, cell invasion and activation of numerous Caspases. Abstract: PURPOSE: In this study, the anticancer effects of a natural flavonoid-Tangeretin, were examined …
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Tangeretin attenuates lipopolysaccharide-induced acute lung injury.
PMID: Microb Pathog. 2019 Oct 29:103826. Epub 2019 Oct 29. PMID: 31676364 Abstract Title: Tangeretin attenuates lipopolysaccharide-induced acute lung injury through Notch signaling pathway via suppressing Th17 cell response in mice. Abstract: Tangeretin, a polymethoxylated flavonoid is abundant in citrus fruits, which has been reported to inhibit inflammation by inhibiting NF-κB activation and proinflammatory cytokines. Notch …
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Grapefruit essential oils inhibit quorum sensing of Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
PMID: Food Sci Technol Int. 2019 Nov 5:1082013219883465. Epub 2019 Nov 5. PMID: 31684768 Abstract Title: Grapefruit essential oils inhibit quorum sensing of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Abstract: Citrus essential oils are used in food to confer flavor and aromas. The citrus essential oils have been granted as GRAS and could be used as antimicrobial additives to …
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Discovery of nobiletin from citrus peel as a potent inhibitor of β-amyloid peptide toxicity.
PMID: Nutrients. 2019 Nov 4 ;11(11). Epub 2019 Nov 4. PMID: 31689949 Abstract Title: Discovery of Nobiletin from Citrus Peel as a Potent Inhibitor ofβ-Amyloid Peptide Toxicity. Abstract: Increasing evidence has demonstrated that amyloid-β peptide (Aβ), the hallmark of Alzheimer's disease (AD), evokes oxidative and inflammatory cascades, which ultimately lead to the death of neurons. …
Naringenin is a natural flavonoid possessing neuroprotective activities.
PMID: Biomolecules. 2019 Nov 3 ;9(11). Epub 2019 Nov 3. PMID: 31684142 Abstract Title: On the Neuroprotective Effects of Naringenin: Pharmacological Targets, Signaling Pathways, Molecular Mechanisms, and Clinical Perspective. Abstract: As a group of progressive, chronic, and disabling disorders, neurodegenerative diseases (NDs) affect millions of people worldwide, and are on the rise. NDs are known …
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