Pub Date : 2024-01-11DOI: 10.2174/0122150838266638231117180516
Akanksha Bhatt, Nidhi Nainwal, Priyank Purohit
Carrageenan (CG) a sulfated polysaccharide (SP) is produced using a variety of seaweeds from the Rhodophyceae family. This type of seaweed is available in areas, like the Atlantic Ocean close to Great Britain, Europe, and North America. Carrageenan has been permitted for the use as food items with the European additive E-number E407. Carrageenan is a widely used polysaccharide derived from red seaweed and is known for its various applications in the chemical, biological, and pharmaceutical fields. It delves into its versatile applications across various sub areas, spanning from the food to the pharmaceutical industry. A significant emphasis is placed on the intricate roles of carrageenan in pharmaceutical science, where it serves as both a drug carrier agent and an active ingredient, owing to its noteworthy biological activity. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of carrageenan`s versatile applications, with a focus on its chemical properties, biological activities, and pharmaceutical uses. The pharmaceutical applications of carrageenan are further categorized into various subparts, including its role in treating diseases and its use in drug delivery systems, such as topical, oral, nasal, and unconventional routes. The review also incorporates the most recent developments in clinical trials involving carrageenan and its updated applications, drawing from authoritative sources. This comprehensive analysis aims to offer readers a clear understanding of carrageenan's multifaceted nature and its evolving significance in diverse industries.
卡拉胶（CG）是一种硫酸化多糖（SP），由红藻科的多种海藻制成。这种海藻在靠近英国、欧洲和北美的大西洋等地区均有分布。卡拉胶已被允许用作食品添加剂，欧洲添加剂 E 编号为 E407。卡拉胶是从红藻中提取的一种用途广泛的多糖，因其在化学、生物和制药领域的各种应用而闻名。本研究深入探讨了卡拉胶在从食品到制药等各个子领域的广泛应用。其中特别强调了卡拉胶在制药科学中的复杂作用，由于其显著的生物活性，卡拉胶既是药物载体，也是活性成分。本综述旨在全面概述卡拉胶的多种应用，重点介绍其化学特性、生物活性和制药用途。卡拉胶的医药应用进一步分为多个子部分，包括其在治疗疾病中的作用及其在给药系统中的应用，如局部、口腔、鼻腔和非常规途径。本综述还根据权威资料，纳入了卡拉胶临床试验的最新进展及其最新应用。这篇全面的分析旨在让读者清楚地了解卡拉胶的多面性及其在不同行业中不断发展的重要性。
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Pub Date : 2024-01-03DOI: 10.2174/0122150838268705230928080148
T. Kwape, Kabo Masisi, Laone Kelaotswe, Keagile Bati, Phazha Baeti
Repeated heating of cooking oils induces the overproduction of reactive oxygen species with an overwhelmed cellular antioxidant defense system, resulting in oxidative stress, the known cause of cardiovascular diseases. Elaeodendron transvaalense is a medicinal plant believed to have phytochemicals that help ameliorate the effects of oxidative stress. This study investigated the pro-oxidant effects of repeatedly heated sunflower oil and the possible ameliorative potential of Elaeodendron transvaalense leaf powder in Sprague Dawley rats. Four groups of male Sprague Dawley rats were fed for 4-weeks a standard diet supplemented without (a) control or with (b) 15% (w/w) repeatedly heated sunflower oil (RHSO), (c) 15% (w/w) non-heated sunflower oil, (d) 15% (w/w) RHSO and 1.5% ETLP. Endogenous antioxidants: Catalase and SOD activities were observed to rise significantly (p <0.05) in Group 2 when compared to Group 1 and Group 3 respectively. A significant decline in the SOD and catalase activities was observed in group 4 fed RHSO + ETLP. No significant differences were observed in the body, liver, and kidney weights of Group 2 when compared with Groups 1, 3 and 4 respectively, and no significant differences were observed when comparing Group 4 to Groups 1, 2 and 3. The levels of Lipid profiles; Low-density Lipoproteins (LDL), Total cholesterol (TC), and Triglycerides (TG) were observed to rise significantly (p <0.05) in Group 2 when compared to Group 1 and 3, while their significant (p <0.05) decline was observed in Group 4 fed with RHSO + ETLP. The levels of HDL showed no significant difference across all groups because the p-values for the difference between groups exceeded the null hypothesis (p <0.05). The findings of this experiment indicate the possible ameliorative potential of ETLP observed in the significantly (p <0.05) reduced SOD and catalase activities. A significant (p <0.05) decline in the TC, TG, and LDL to desirable levels further indicated the ameliorative effects.
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Pub Date : 2024-01-02DOI: 10.2174/0122150838259363230922033947
Keagile Bati, R. Majinda, Goabaone Gaobotse, T. Kwape
Postprandial hyperglycemia is a key factor in type 2 diabetes, and its management is critical in alleviating the deleterious consequences of diabetes and its associated micro and macrovascular complications. The current study aims to determine the effect of Euclea natalensis leaf extracts on α- glucosidase inhibition in vitro and postprandial hyperglycemia in vivo in rats. Sequentially extracted leaf extracts of Euclea natalensis were evaluated for their inhibitory effects on α-glucosidase in vitro and the suppression of postprandial hyperglycemia in normoglycemic rats. The extracts were fingerprinted using a Fourier-transform infrared spectrophotometer (FTIR), and the bioactive compounds were evaluated by molecular docking for their interaction with α-glucosidase. FTIR fingerprinting of the extracts showed that they contain functional groups of important bioactive phytochemicals. The extracts inhibited α-glucosidase in vitro, with the methanol extract (1 mg/mL) showing the highest inhibitory effect of 93.52 ± 1.50% compared to 69.62% ± 1.45 of the standard drug acarbose (0.05 mg/mL). The extracts also reduced postprandial hyperglycemia in rats in a sucrose tolerance test, where the hexane and methanol extracts performed similarly to Acarbose. Molecular docking studies showed that 20(29)-lupene-3β- isoferulate 3 is the most potent α-glucosidase inhibitor with the lowest binding energy of -10.79 kcal/mol, 2 hydrogen bonds with residues ASP1526 and ASP1157, and numerous Van der Waal interactions with amino acids in the binding pocket of α-glucosidase. Euclea natalensis leaf extracts were found to suppress postprandial hyperglycemia by inhibiting α-glucosidase activity; thus, it has a promising potential for use as an antidiabetic agent.
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Pub Date : 2023-12-11DOI: 10.2174/0122150838226522231113073535
Shuvendhu Gupta, A. Singh, Alok Sharma
The skin is the largest and most important organ in the human body. Taking care of the skin is crucial for maintaining beauty and preventing skin issues. Recently, Ayurvedic Cosmetology has become very popular due to its availability, affordability, and long-lasting benefits. Simple formulations like herbal pastes made from natural substances, peels, juices, and extracts are applied to the face. An ancient Ayurvedic text called "The Sharangdhara Samhita" provides detailed information about skin care, preventing skin disorders, and enhancing beauty. This text specifically focuses on "The Lepa," which refers to topical applications for skincare and beauty. It mentions a total of 94 types of lepa, including 26 for treating skin disorders. The present work is aimed to formulate four different lepa, which are mentioned in ancient text and standardization was carried out to confirm its identity and quality. Different parameters such as loss on drying, total ash, acid insoluble ash value, extraction, pH, and solubility were performed. This work highlights a neglected section of Ayurveda that has the potential for future advancements in skincare and more phytochemical studies are required for the lead identification of lead molecule.
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Pub Date : 2023-12-11DOI: 10.2174/0122150838211267231113074710
Rashmi Singh, Alok Sharma
Ayurveda mainly focuses on treating diseases which aims at disease prevention. According to ayurveda, a disease is caused by inappropriate intellect, constitution, moral conduct, karma, and inappropriate contact with sensory perceptions such as sound, touch, vision, taste, and smell. These factors influence how diseases present themselves, whether they are mild, severe, acute, chronic, easily treatable, or incurable. The concept of "Vyadhikshamatva" in Ayurveda represents the fundamental principles of immunity. Ayurveda uses the terms "Vyadhi" and "Kshamatva" to describe illness and adaptation, respectively. According to Ayurveda, an imbalance in the Doshas leads to the development of diseases. In Ayurveda, immunity is referred to as "Vyadhikshamatva" and according to ayurvedic biology, Vyadhikshamatva can be correlated with the concept of immunity. Sahaja bala, Kalaja and yuktikrita bala refer to innate immunity and acquired immunity. The current work is focused on the concept of immunity in ayurveda. Various literatures have been collected from various sources such as ancient textbooks and references to highlight ayurvedic immunity concept and the management of disease by executing different ayurvedic principles. The result highlights the concept of Vyadhikshamatva as mentioned in Ayurvedic text which is considered Immunity. Therefore, the present work could contribute to ayurvedic biology and explore the concept of Vyadhikshamatva with the immunity in future.
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Pub Date : 2023-11-24DOI: 10.2174/0122150838237067231010041602
Prerna Sharma, N. Rani, Vikas Sharma, Nitin Goel, Sanchit Dhankhar
Ever since the global outbreak of COVID-19, which is an infectious disease caused by the novel SARS-CoV-2 (Novel Coronavirus (nCov-19), scientists and researchers across the globe have been looking and searching for a cure that is quick, efficient and affordable. SARSCoV- 2 spread in 215 countries and territories around the globe with +15 million reported cases and +670k deaths worldwide until July 24, 2020. Healthcare facilities across the globe are trying to manage, control, and prevent the spread of this submicroscopic entity entering the macroscopic cosmos. Patients infected with COVID-19 frequently present with a respiratory infection that is similar to pneumonia and a cough. We do not yet have an effective vaccination to battle the sickness; therefore, the only treatment option for patients is symptomatic therapy. In the meantime, however, it could be useful to have a look at the most recent research on immuneenhancing herbs and how they might be incorporated into daily life if the impact of nCov-19 on an individual cannot be stopped entirely but can at least be mitigated.
{"title":"Immunity Boosting Herbs For Fighting COVID-19","authors":"Prerna Sharma, N. Rani, Vikas Sharma, Nitin Goel, Sanchit Dhankhar","doi":"10.2174/0122150838237067231010041602","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/0122150838237067231010041602","url":null,"abstract":"Ever since the global outbreak of COVID-19, which is an infectious disease caused by the novel SARS-CoV-2 (Novel Coronavirus (nCov-19), scientists and researchers across the globe have been looking and searching for a cure that is quick, efficient and affordable. SARSCoV- 2 spread in 215 countries and territories around the globe with +15 million reported cases and +670k deaths worldwide until July 24, 2020. Healthcare facilities across the globe are trying to manage, control, and prevent the spread of this submicroscopic entity entering the macroscopic cosmos. Patients infected with COVID-19 frequently present with a respiratory infection that is similar to pneumonia and a cough. We do not yet have an effective vaccination to battle the sickness; therefore, the only treatment option for patients is symptomatic therapy. In the meantime, however, it could be useful to have a look at the most recent research on immuneenhancing herbs and how they might be incorporated into daily life if the impact of nCov-19 on an individual cannot be stopped entirely but can at least be mitigated.","PeriodicalId":11026,"journal":{"name":"Current Traditional Medicine","volume":"262 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2023-11-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139239702","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Abstract: he global threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic has intensified the search for innovative treatments, sparking interest in the potential of natural materials as sources for antiviral medications. This paper delves into the realm of natural medicine, examining the utilization of plant extracts and microbial compounds to combat viral diseases like COVID-19. While these sources hold promise, safety remains paramount. Just as with conventional drugs, natural medications can yield adverse effects and interactions, necessitating rigorous evaluation. To mitigate potential risks, techniques to reduce after-effects are explored, emphasizing the importance of standardization and quality control. Integrating traditional knowledge with modern scientific methods presents an opportunity to discover novel therapies. The development of potent and effective natural antiviral medications and vaccines, crucial for managing future outbreaks, demands interdisciplinary collaboration, regulatory oversight, and comprehensive clinical trials. In navigating the dynamic landscape of viral diseases, the exploration of natural sources complements conventional approaches, underlining the need for a holistic and balanced strategy.
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Pub Date : 2023-11-06DOI: 10.2174/0122150838252861231019101920
Asim Ali Khan, Rajiv Janardhanan, Jugal Kishore, Shazina Saeed, B.C Das, Shagufta Parveen, Prashant Kesharwani, Ritu Karwasra, Amirhossein Sahebkar, W. Selvamurthy
Objectives:: The objective of this study is to assess the level of knowledge, practice, and usage of Unani medicine among 250 participants in different areas of New Delhi, India. Materials and Methods:: A cross-sectional, observational descriptive survey with a sample size of 250 people was carried out in New Delhi utilizing a pretested, predesigned, and structured questionnaire to evaluate the awareness and usage patterns of Unani medicine. The study was conducted at three different spots in different regions of New Delhi. Results:: With a mean age of 40.056 ± 10.77 years and a range of 18 to 65 years, the 250 participants were divided into 66% men and 34% women. 60% of the population who had been adopted had knowledge of Unani medicine, and 54.6% of them relied on Unani medicine as a treatment regime. 40% of users reported Unani medicine due to lack of no or minimal side effects. Contrary to this, among non-user (n = 68), 51.4% populace considers Unani medicine as the slow onset of action medication. Although a small percentage of users (6.1%) chose to use Unani completely, most preferred it as an adjunct to allopathic care. Conclusion:: Findings in the survey-based study depict that the awareness of Unani medicines is better than the utilization pattern. There is an urge and opportunity to advance health education and change people's perceptions of the Unani medical system.
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Pub Date : 2023-11-03DOI: 10.2174/0122150838268882231006094411
Kajal Gaur, Yasir Hasan Siddique
Abstract: Phthalates are common synthetic chemicals in various industrial and consumer products, including plastics, personal care products, and medical equipment. They are dangerous even at extremely low concentrations during the crucial stages of life, such as pregnancy, infancy, early childhood, and adolescence. In recent years, there has been increased interest in looking into natural plant components as potential phthalate toxicity mitigators. Phthalates have been related to a number of health problems, including endocrine disruption, reproductive and developmental disorders, and carcinogenicity. As a result, effective ways to decrease phthalate exposure and attenuate its negative effects are required. Natural plant products have shown the potential to reduce phthalate toxicity via various methods. These methods include antioxidant and anti- inflammatory properties, detoxifying enzyme regulation, and competition for phthalate binding sites. Certain plant-derived chemicals, such as polyphenols, flavonoids, terpenes, and alkaloids, have been shown to interact with phthalates and potentially limit their absorption, distribution, and metabolism inside the body. This review highlights the effects of several naturally occurring plant products, such as apigenin, taxifolin, vitamin C, and many more, on the toxicity of phthalates. Natural products use nowadays is increasing due to their non-toxic nature, so in the future, more focus should be in favor of increasing the use of these natural products that we obtained from plants.
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Abstract: Punica granatum L. (Punicaceae) generally identified as pomegranate, seeded or granular fruit, has been widely used for centuries in many cultures. P. granatum exhibits a wide variety of medicinal activities, viz., anticancer, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, etc. A variety of ethnomedical uses of P. granatum in several formulations, like powder, pulp, decoction and extract on its own or in blend with additional herbs against various diseases, like inflammation, skin disorders, cancer, microbial infections, and asthma, have been recorded. A wide variety of phytochemicals, including polyphenols, terpenoids, fatty acids, sugars, amino acids, tocopherols, sterols, alkaloids, amino acids, etc., have been isolated and identified from P. granatum, amongst which punicalagin, the major polyphenolic component of pomegranate extract, has been well thought of as the main effective component of plant. Thorough information related to P. granatum was gathered using the keywords Punica granatum or pomegranate in various computerized databases, including Pubmed, ACS, Science Direct, Google Scholar, WoS, Springer Link, Sci Finder, and Wiley. All full-text articles and abstracts were reviewed. Additionally, book chapters and monographs were also screened. The current study has highlighted the botany, ethnopharmacology, phytochemical profile, pharmacological activity, and toxicological studies of P. granatum. The ethnopharmacological importance of pomegranate has been discussed in recent pharmacological studies, indicating its medicinal and nutritional benefits in varied human disorders. Moreover, inquiries related to various facets of P. granatum relating to safety, toxicity and quality control are yet unanswered. Additionally, the article has provided a thorough knowledge of the herb, including its mechanism of action, structure activity relationships, safety as well as toxicity, as reported in clinical studies.
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