Synergistic Effectiveness of Curcuma longa and Safflower: Potent Anti-inflammatory and Immunomodulatory Effects The immune system protects the host by generating an immune response against external stimuli such as pathogens or infections. The immune response is divided into innate and adaptive immunity. To maintain a healthy state, it is important to improve immune function, and a…
Caralluma Fimbriata: A Natural Solution for Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome Caralluma Fimbriata: A Natural Solution for Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome Obesity is one of the most serious public health problems of the 21st century. However, many edible indigenous and wild plants are still overlooked by scientists, nutritionists, and food producers. Among these, Caralluma fimbriata (CF)…
Ashwagandha: Efficacy in Stress Reduction and Health Benefits Psychological stress plays a significant role in our society, with worldwide prevalence constantly increasing in recent years. When encountering a stressor, a complex cascade of physiological responses is initiated, leading to the activation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis and the secretion of the primary stress hormone, cortisol.…
Nisin: A Promising Antimicrobial Peptide for Oral Health and Food Safety Nisin is a low molecular weight antimicrobial peptide produced by Lactococcus lactis, composed of 34 amino acid residues with effective action against gram-positive bacteria. This peptide works by binding to cell membranes, forming pores, causing the leakage of intracellular nutrients, inhibiting cell wall synthesis,…
Antidiabetic Effects of Tribulus Terrestris and Curcuma Amada: A Study on Animal Models Diabetes is a metabolic disease characterized by high blood glucose levels due to low insulin secretion or insulin resistance. According to the WHO, it will be the leading cause of mortality and morbidity by 2030. Diabetes leads to secondary complications such as…
Benefits of Genistein on Glucose and Lipid Metabolism: Systematic Review and Meta-Analyzed Impaired glucose and lipid metabolism is one of the most common health problems worldwide, increasing with age. According to the International Diabetes Federation, the global prevalence of diabetes will reach 592 million and 642 million by 2035 and 2040, respectively. The World Health…
Effect of Genistein Supplementation on Metabolic Parameters: Meta-Analysis and Contrasting Results Supplementation with genistein has been studied to evaluate its effects on metabolic parameters such as BMI, lipid profiles, and homocysteine. Genistein, a phytoestrogen found in soy, has demonstrated potential benefits in improving blood glucose, and lipid levels and reducing homocysteine. This study included clinical…
Anti-Atherosclerotic Effects of Radish Extracts: Comparative Study between White and Purple Radish in Murine Models Atherosclerosis is a disease caused by plaque buildup in the blood vessels. Smoking increases the chance of heart problems like heart attack, heart failure, stroke, and artery disease in the legs. While statins are widely used as anti-hyperlipidemic drugs, their…
Red clover isoflavones: a scientific analysis Red clover (Trifolium pratense L.) is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Fabaceae family, widespread throughout Italy. It grows spontaneously in meadows and pastures and is harvested between May and October. Recognizable by its characteristic whitish “V” shaped spot on the leaves and reddish-purple flowers, this plant has…