Characterization and anti-uterine tumor effect of extract from Prunella vulgaris L.BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies - Tập 20 - Trang 1-11 - 2020
Yan Lin, Chao Yang, Jie Tang, Chun Li, Zhi-min Zhang, Bo-hou Xia, Ya-mei Li, Qing-zhi He, Li-mei Lin, Duan-fang Liao
The flowers and dried fruit spikes of Prunella vulgaris L. (P. vulgaris L.) have been widely used in traditional Chinese medicine and food. P. vulgaris L. is regarded as a good option for treating uterine myoma (UM). However, scientific evidence of anti-UM activity of the extract of P. vulgaris L. (PVE) is lacking. The present study aimed to characterize the chemical composition of PVE and evaluat...... hiện toàn bộ
Nasal irrigation with licorice extract (Glycyrrhiza glabra) in treating nasal polyps by reducing fibroblast differentiation and extracellular matrix production in TGF-β1-stimulated nasal polyp-derived fibroblasts by inhibiting the MAPK/ERK-1/2 pathway – an in vitro and in clinic studyBMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies - Tập 22 - Trang 1-13 - 2022
Geng-He Chang, Pei-Rung Yang, Yu-Ching Cheng, Ke-Hsin Hsu, Ching-Yuan Wu, Yao-Hsu Yang, Yu-Shih Lin, Cheng-Ming Hsu, Ming-Shao Tsai, Yao-Te Tsai, Pey-Jium Chang
To date, treating nasal polyps (NPs) is still a medical challenge. However, we have developed an innovative therapy using licorice extract (LE: Glycyrrhiza glabra) to treat rhinitis and sinusitis via nasal irrigation and have discovered that it significantly affects treatment of NPs. This study investigated the mechanism of LE on NPs. NPs were collected from three patients using tissue biopsies be...... hiện toàn bộ
Phytochemical analysis, in-vitro anti-proliferative, anti-oxidant, anti-diabetic, and anti-obesity activities of Rumex rothschildianus Aarons. extractsBMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies - Tập 21 - Trang 1-11 - 2021
Nidal Jaradat, Mohammed Hawash, Gada Dass
Rumex rothschildianus is the sole member of a unique section of the genus Rumex, in the family Polygonaceae. This species is a very rare small dioecious annual, endemic to Palestine that is traditionally used as food and for the treatment of various diseases. Therefore, the current investigation aimed to screen the chemical constituents, antioxidants, anti-α-amylase, anti-α-glucosidase, antilipase...... hiện toàn bộ
Natural resources used as folk cosmeceuticals among rural communities in Vhembe district municipality, Limpopo province, South AfricaBMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies - Tập 20 - Trang 1-16 - 2020
Mamokete Venolia Setshego, Adeyemi Oladapo Aremu, Obakeng Mooki, Wilfred Otang-Mbeng
Skin-related diseases affect every individual irrespective of age, gender or social status. Since time immemorial, humans have explored natural resources from their environment for the maintenance of the skin. This explorative survey was conducted to document the natural resources (plant and non-plant materials) used for folk cosmeceuticals by rural communities in Vhembe district municipality, Lim...... hiện toàn bộ
Antimicrobial effects of mustard oil-containing plants against oral pathogens: an in vitro studyBMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies - Tập 20 - Trang 1-7 - 2020
Vanessa Eichel, Anne Schüller, Klaus Biehler, Ali Al-Ahmad, Uwe Frank
The present study examines the antimicrobial activity of nasturtium herb (Tropaeoli maji herba) and horseradish root (Armoraciae rusticanae radix) against clinically important oral bacterial pathogens involved in periodontitis, gingivitis, pulpitis, implantitis and other infectious diseases. A total of 15 oral pathogens, including members of the genera Campylobacter, Fusobacterium, Prevotella, Par...... hiện toàn bộ
Patients’ and clinicians’ expectations on integrative medicine Services for Diabetes: a focus group studyBMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies - Tập 20 - Trang 1-11 - 2020
Kam Wa Chan, Pak Wing Lee, Crystal Pui Sha Leung, Gary Chi Wang Chan, Wai Han Yiu, Hoi Man Cheung, Bin Li, Sarah Wing Yan Lok, Hongyu Li, Rui Xue, Loretta Yuk Yee Chan, Joseph Chi Kam Leung, Tai Pong Lam, Kar Neng Lai, Sydney Chi Wai Tang
Difference of perspective between patients and physicians over integrative medicine (IM) research and service provision remains unclear despite significant use worldwide. We observed an exceptionally low utilisation of IM and potential underreporting in diabetes. We aimed to explore the barriers and recommendations regarding service delivery and research of IM service among diabetes patients and p...... hiện toàn bộ
Antitrypanosomal activity of hydromethanol extract of leaves of Cymbopogon citratus and seeds of Lepidium sativum: in-vivo mice modelBMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies - Tập 21 - Trang 1-12 - 2021
Ayechew Yetayeh Emiru, Eyasu Makonnen, Fikru Regassa, Fekadu Regassa, Takele Beyene Tufa
Trypanosomiasis is one of the neglected tropical diseases of both humans and animals which decreases their productivity and causes death in the worst scenario. Unavailability of vaccines, the low therapeutic index of trypanocidal drugs, and the development of resistance lead to the need for research focused on developing alternative treatment options especially from medicinal plants. The present s...... hiện toàn bộ