Modulating the anti-inflammatory and barrier protective effects on intestinal epithelial cells utilizing an aqueous Aspalathus linearis extract in vitro by Shana De Bruyn-Orr, Stefan Abel, Mariam Rado, Mariska Lilly

“…Background: Rooibos is a natural herbal plant containing numerous unique polyphenols which have been associated with certain health benefits. …”
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Comparative Analysis of Chemical Composition and Antibacterial Activity of Essential Oils from Five Varieties of <i>Lavender</i> Extracted via Supercritical Fluid Extraction by Lijing Lin, Zhencheng Lv, Meiyu Wang, Ankang Kan, Songling Zou, Bin Wu, Limin Guo, Salamet Edirs, Jiameng Liu, Lin Zhu

“…The major fragrances were lily of the valley, an aromatic compound fragrance, and an herbal fragrance. The antibacterial activity of LEO from eye-catching <i>Lavender</i> was better than that of others, which could provide a reference for its application in the prevention and control of marine <i>Vibrio</i> spp. and the development of antibacterial products.…”
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Medico-ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants used in the treatment of skin diseases in Tiruppur District, Tamil Nadu, India by Prakasam Radha, Chinniaya Udhayavani, Raju Nagaraj, Kumarasamy Sivaranjani

“…Leaves found the most used part (52 species) in the preparation of herbal medicine in the form of decoction (Kashayam), juice (Charu), paste and powder (Chooranam). …”
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Nursing of a patient with periarthritis of the shoulder treated by Traditional Chinese Medicine ointment rubbing combined with Traditional Chinese Medicine hot pack therapy (中药膏摩联合... by XU Yaqi (徐雅琪), WANG Chunhong (王春红), ZHAO Xin (赵欣), XU Weihong (徐卫红), GAO Chen (盖晨), YAO Wei (姚微), TANG Ling (唐玲)

“…Based on the TCM theory, meridians and collaterals points were selected by syndrome differentiation, and composition of Chinese herbal medicine was determined. The TCM ointment rubbing combined with TCM hot pack therapy was carried out, in coordination with life support, functional exercise and extended care, to improve the function of shoulder joint and recovery of the patient. …”
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Development and Evaluation of Photoprotective O/W Emulsions Containing Hydroalcoholic Extract of Neoglaziovia variegata (Bromeliaceae) by Raimundo Gonçalves de Oliveira-Júnior, Grasielly Rocha Souza, Christiane Adrielly Alves Ferraz, Ana Paula de Oliveira, Camila de Souza Araújo, Sarah Raquel Gomes de Lima-Saraiva, Silvio Alan Gonçalves Bomfim Reis, Talita Mota Gonçalves, Larissa Araújo Rolim, Pedro José Rolim-Neto, Francine Celise Siqueira César, Jackson Roberto Guedes da Silva Almeida

“…Neoglaziovia variegata is a Bromeliaceae plant species widely found in Brazil with several pharmacological properties, including photoprotective activity. Although herbal-based active ingredients have been applied in cosmetic products, especially for skin treatment, its application in sunscreen formulations remains unexplored. …”
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Livogrit mitigates ANIT-induced cholestasis-like symptoms in an in vivo model by curbing hepatic inflammation and regulating BAX, TGF-β, MMP-9 and α-SMA gene expression by Acharya Balkrishna, Ritu Paliwal, Surjeet Singh, Rani Singh, Vivek Gohel, Rishabh Dev, Kunal Bhattacharya, Sandeep Sinha, Anurag Varshney

“…The study investigated hepatoprotective effectiveness of Ayurvedic prescription herbal medicine “Livogrit” commercially available in India, against α-naphtylisothiocyanate (ANIT)-induced cholestasis-like symptoms in male Sprague-Dawley rats. …”
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Climate change and the sustainable use of medicinal plants: a call for “new” research strategies by Olha Mykhailenko, Olha Mykhailenko, Banaz Jalil, Lyndy J. McGaw, Javier Echeverría, Marce Takubessi, Marce Takubessi, Michael Heinrich, Michael Heinrich

“…Biotic and abiotic (ecosystem) determinants affect species distribution and long-term survival, which in turn influence the quality of plants used as herbal medicines and other high-value products. In recent decades, diverse anthropogenic impacts have significantly affected these quality aspects. …”
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Percutaneous coronary intervention supported by intra-aortic balloon pump in treating one case of cardiogenic shock and related integrated nursing of traditional Chinese and wester... by WANG Zhaojia (王兆嘉), LI Xiao (李霄), LIU Shanshan (刘珊珊), ZHANG Lina (张丽娜), ZHANG Nan (张楠), TANG Ling (唐玲)

“…Key issues of nursing included symptomatic nursing, acupoint application, auricular point pressing therapy, oral care with Chinese herbal medicine were carried during the treatment period. …”
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Ex vivo biotransformation of lady’s mantle extracts via the human gut microbiota: the formation of phenolic metabolites and their impact on human normal and colon cancer cell lines... by Katarzyna Jakimiuk, Aleksandra Kruk, Marta Kinga Lemieszek, Jakub W. Strawa, Sebastian Granica, Adrian Wiater, Michał Tomczyk

“…(Rosaceae) stands out as a promising herbal drug candidate due to its phytochemicals displaying anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.MethodsIn our study, we investigated the interaction between the human gut microbiota and lady’s mantle herb extract (AV) following the biotransformation of the extract’s constituents and their impact on colorectal cancer cells (HT-29) and normal CCD 841 CoN epithelial cells. …”
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Liangxue Tongyu Prescription exerts neuroprotection by regulating the microbiota-gut-brain axis of rats with acute intracerebral hemorrhage by Yingying Sun, Dandan Zhou, Anlan Liu, Yu Zhou, Yang Zhao, Yuan Yuan, Weifeng Guo, Jianxiang Li

“…Liangxue Tongyu Prescription (LTP) is a classic herbal formula for treating acute intracerebral hemorrhage (AICH) in China. …”
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Ethnobotanical Survey and Conservation Strategies of Medicinal Plants Used in Masulita Sub-County in Wakiso District. by Musoke, Ronald

“…It also sought to evaluate conservation strategies for these medicinal plants. The global surge in herbal remedy usage has heightened the risk of endangerment for many medicinal plant species. …”
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A Network Pharmacology-Based Approach for Exploring Key Active Compounds and Pharmacological Mechanisms of Tangshen Formula for Treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy by Weie Zhou, Xuefeng Zhou, Yuan Zhang, Yuyang Wang, Wenjie Wu, Haojun Zhang, Tingting Zhao, Liang Peng, Hailing Zhao, Ping Li

“…Furthermore, DN lacks effective drugs for treatment nowadays. Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) often shows the feature of multicomponents, multitargets, multipathways, and synergistic effects and shows a promising source of new therapeutic drugs for DN. …”
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Assessment of Hemoglobin Variants in Patients Receiving Health Care at the Ho Teaching Hospital: A Three-Year Retrospective Study by Daniel Kpodji Awaitey, Elliot Elikplim Akorsu, Emmanuel Allote Allotey, David Annor Kwasie, Precious Kwablah Kwadzokpui, Philip Apraku Tawiah, Stephen Adomako Amankwah, Albert Abaka-Yawson

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Phytochemical and Metabolomic Profiles of Ethanolic Extract of Curculigo pilosa Rhizomes for Animal Health by Adenike Abosede Adebisi, Adeyinka Oye Akintunde, Grace Oluwatoyin Tayo, Rufus Olusegun Animashaun

“…Curculigo pilosa is traditionally used in herbal medicine. This study aims to provide information on the secondary metabolites present in C. pilosa rhizomes powder, considering the growing interest in ethnomedicines in recent times. …”
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The dual anti-inflammatory and anticoagulant effects of Jianpi Huashi Tongluo prescription on Rheumatoid Arthritis through inhibiting the activation of the PI3K/AKT signaling pathw... by Fanfan Wang, Fanfan Wang, Jian Liu

“…Jianpi Huashi Tongluo Prescription - Xinfeng Capsule (XFC), a traditional Chinese medicine formulation comprising multiple herbal ingredients, is widely used clinically for the treatment of RA. …”
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Antiviral Activity and Underlying Mechanism of <i>Moslae herba</i> Aqueous Extract for Treating SARS-CoV-2 by Yan Feng, Qiong Ge, Jian Gao, Zhuoying Wu, Yunyi Zhang, Haiyan Mao, Beibei Wu, Changping Xu

“…<i>Moslae herba</i> (MH) is a herbal medicine credited with antiviral effects. This study aims to investigate the antiviral effects and the underlying mechanism of aqueous extract of <i>Moslae herba</i> (AEMH) for treating SARS-CoV-2. …”
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Effect of integrated Traditional Chinese and western medicine in the treatment of diabetic foot gangrene (中西医结合治疗糖尿病足坏疽临床效果观察) by CUI Yangfang (崔杨芳), ZHANG Xuejian (张雪键), LIU Ai (刘爱), TANG Yue (唐月), WANG Yanke (王艳可), ZHAO Yue (赵月)

“…Patients in the control group were treated by western medicine and nursing, and those in the observation group were given integrated Traditional Chinese and western medicine, which included Chinese herbal medicine internal and external application by syndrome differentiation. …”
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Pharmacognostic analysis and antimalarial evaluation of quercetin in Ilex umbellulata bark using HPTLC, in vitro screening, molecular docking, and network pharmacology by James H. Zothantluanga, Dipak Chetia, Yasangam Umbon, T. C. Lalhriatpuii, Dhritiman Roy, Nidahun Lamare, Salem Lalvenhimi

“…The results obtained from the multi-target molecular docking and network pharmacology studies support the use of I. umbellulata as a traditional herbal remedy against malaria.…”
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Antidiabetic Effect of Fenugreek Seed Powder Solution (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) on Hyperlipidemia in Diabetic Patients by Genet Alem Geberemeskel, Yared Godefa Debebe, Nigisty Abraha Nguse

“…However, their side effects and high costs underscore the need for herbal alternative drugs. Trigonella foenum-graecum is one of the medicinal plants which are important in the management of diabetes mellitus. …”
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THC degradation does not impair the accuracy of THC doses aerosolized by the metered-dose SyqeAir inhaler: a 24-month stability trial by Joshua Aviram, Daniella Atzmony, Anna Frenklakh, Asaf Kroll, Ilana Zaks, Arno Hazekamp

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