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Ayad AS, Hébert MPA, Doiron JA, Loucif-Ayad W, Daas T, Smagghe G, Alburaki M, Barnett DA, Touaibia M, Surette ME. Algerian Propolis from Distinct Geographical Locations: Chemical Profiles, Antioxidant Capacity, Cytotoxicity and Inhibition of 5-Lipoxygenase Product Biosynthesis. Chem Biodivers 2024; 21:e202301758. [PMID: 38241641 DOI: 10.1002/cbdv.202301758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2023] [Revised: 01/18/2024] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 01/21/2024]
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Propolis was collected from honeybee hives in three geographically distinct Algerian climates and extracts were characterized for composition and bioactivity. Bees were identified as native subspecies using an in-silico DraI mtDNA COI-COII test. Over 20 compounds were identified in extracts by LC-MS. Extracts from the Medea region were more enriched in phenolic content (302±28 mg GAE/g of dry extract) than those from Annaba and Ghardaia regions. Annaba extracts had the highest flavonoid content (1870±385 mg QCE/g of dry extract). Medea extracts presented the highest free-radical scavenging activity (IC50=13.5 μg/mL) using the DPPH radical assay while Ghardaia extracts from the desert region were weak (IC50>100 μg/mL). Antioxidant activities measured using AAPH oxidation of linoleic acid were similar in all extracts with IC50 values ranging from 2.9 to 4.9 μg/mL. All extracts were cytotoxic (MTT assay) and proapoptotic (Annexin-V) against human leukemia cell lines in the low μg/mL range, although the Annaba extract was less active against the Reh cell line. Extracts inhibited cellular 5-lipoxygenase product biosynthesis with IC50 values ranging from 0.6 to 3.2 μg/mL. Overall, examined propolis extracts exhibited significant biological activity that warrant further characterization in cellular and in vivo models.
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- Ahmed Sabri Ayad
- Laboratory of Applied Animal Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Badji Mokhtar University, 2300, Annaba, Algeria
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- New Brunswick Centre for Precision Medicine, Moncton, NB, E1A 3E9, Canada
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Université de Moncton, Moncton, NB, E1A 3E9, Canada
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- New Brunswick Centre for Precision Medicine, Moncton, NB, E1A 3E9, Canada
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Université de Moncton, Moncton, NB, E1A 3E9, Canada
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- Laboratory of Applied Animal Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Badji Mokhtar University, 2300, Annaba, Algeria
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- Ghent University, 9000, Ghent, Belgium
- Institute of Entomology, Guizhou University, 550025, Guiyang, China
- Department of Biology, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), 1050, Brussels, Belgium
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- Bee Research Laboratory, United States Department of Agriculture, 20705, Beltsville, MD, United States
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- New Brunswick Centre for Precision Medicine, Moncton, NB, E1A 3E9, Canada
- Atlantic Cancer Research Institute, Moncton, NB, E1C 8X3, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Université de Moncton, Moncton, NB, E1A 3E9, Canada
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- New Brunswick Centre for Precision Medicine, Moncton, NB, E1A 3E9, Canada
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Université de Moncton, Moncton, NB, E1A 3E9, Canada
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Baloghová J, Michalková R, Baranová Z, Mojžišová G, Fedáková Z, Mojžiš J. Spice-Derived Phenolic Compounds: Potential for Skin Cancer Prevention and Therapy. Molecules 2023; 28:6251. [PMID: 37687080 PMCID: PMC10489044 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28176251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2023] [Revised: 08/20/2023] [Accepted: 08/23/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023] Open
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Skin cancer is a condition characterized by the abnormal growth of skin cells, primarily caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or artificial sources like tanning beds. Different types of skin cancer include melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma. Despite the advancements in targeted therapies, there is still a need for a safer, highly efficient approach to preventing and treating cutaneous malignancies. Spices have a rich history dating back thousands of years and are renowned for their ability to enhance the flavor, taste, and color of food. Derived from various plant parts like seeds, fruits, bark, roots, or flowers, spices are important culinary ingredients. However, their value extends beyond the culinary realm. Some spices contain bioactive compounds, including phenolic compounds, which are known for their significant biological effects. These compounds have attracted attention in scientific research due to their potential health benefits, including their possible role in disease prevention and treatment, such as cancer. This review focuses on examining the potential of spice-derived phenolic compounds as preventive or therapeutic agents for managing skin cancers. By compiling and analyzing the available knowledge, this review aims to provide insights that can guide future research in identifying new anticancer phytochemicals and uncovering additional mechanisms for combating skin cancer.
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- Janette Baloghová
- Department of Dermatovenerology, Faculty of Medicine, Pavol Jozef Šafárik University, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia; (J.B.); (Z.B.); (Z.F.)
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Pavol Jozef Šafárik University, 040 01 Kosice, Slovakia;
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- Department of Dermatovenerology, Faculty of Medicine, Pavol Jozef Šafárik University, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia; (J.B.); (Z.B.); (Z.F.)
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- Center of Clinical and Preclinical Research MEDIPARK, Faculty of Medicine, Pavol Jozef Šafárik University, 040 01 Kosice, Slovakia;
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- Department of Dermatovenerology, Faculty of Medicine, Pavol Jozef Šafárik University, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia; (J.B.); (Z.B.); (Z.F.)
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Pavol Jozef Šafárik University, 040 01 Kosice, Slovakia;
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Bernardes CP, Santos NAG, Costa TR, Menaldo DL, Sisti FM, Amstalden MK, Ribeiro DL, Antunes LMG, Sampaio SV, Santos AC. Effects of C-Terminal-Ethyl-Esterification in a Snake-Venom-Based Peptide Against the Neurotoxicity of Acrolein in PC12 Cells. Int J Pept Res Ther 2023. [DOI: 10.1007/s10989-023-10517-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/05/2023]
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Rechek H, Haouat A, Hamaidia K, Pinto DCGA, Boudiar T, Válega MSGA, Pereira DM, Pereira RB, Silva AMS. Inula viscosa (L.) Aiton Ethanolic Extract Inhibits the Growth of Human AGS and A549 Cancer Cell Lines. Chem Biodivers 2023; 20:e202200890. [PMID: 36786298 DOI: 10.1002/cbdv.202200890] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2022] [Accepted: 01/23/2023] [Indexed: 02/15/2023]
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The present study shows the chemical profile and cytotoxic properties of the ethanolic extracts of Inula viscosa from Northeast Algeria. The extract was obtained by maceration using ethanol. Its phenolic profile was determined using ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with a diode array detector and an electrospray mass spectrometer (UHPLC-DAD-ESI/MS), which allowed the identification and quantification of 17 compounds, 1,5-O-caffeoylquinic acid being the most abundant. The cytotoxic activity was assessed against human gastric cancer (AGS) and human non-small-cell lung cancer (A549) cell lines, whereas ethanolic extract elicited nearly 60 % and 40 % viability loss toward AGS and A549 cancer cells, respectively. Results also showed that cell death is caspase-independent and confirmed the involvement of RIPK1 and the necroptosis pathway in the toxicity induced by the I. viscosa extract. In addition, the ethanolic extract would not provoke morphological traits in the cancer cells. These findings suggest that I. viscosa can be a source of new antiproliferative drugs or used in preparation plant-derived pharmaceuticals.
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- Habiba Rechek
- Faculty of Sciences of Nature and Life, Mohamed Cherif Messaadia University, Souk Ahras, 41000, Souk-Ahras, Algeria
- Department of Biology of Organisms, Faculty of Sciences of Nature and Life, University of Batna 2, Mostefa Ben Boulaid, 05078, Batna, Algeria
- LAQV-REQUIMTE & Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193, Aveiro, Portugal
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- Unité de Valorisation des Ressources Naturelles, Molécules Bioactives et Analyse Physicochimiques et Biologiques (VARENBIOMOL), Université des Frères Mentouri, 25000, Constantine, Algeria
- Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Nature and Life, University of Oued Souf, 39 000, Oued Souf, Algeria
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- Faculty of Sciences of Nature and Life, Mohamed Cherif Messaadia University, Souk Ahras, 41000, Souk-Ahras, Algeria
- Laboratory of Applied Animal Biology, Badji Mokhtar University, 23000, Annaba, Algeria
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- LAQV-REQUIMTE & Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193, Aveiro, Portugal
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- Center de Recherche en Biotechnologie, Ali Mendjli Nouvelle Ville UV 03, BP E73, Constantine, Algeria
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- LAQV-REQUIMTE & Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193, Aveiro, Portugal
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- REQUIMTE/LAQV, Laboratório de Farmacognosia, Departamento de Química, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade do Porto, R. Jorge Viterbo Ferreira, n° 228, 4050-313, Porto, Portugal
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- REQUIMTE/LAQV, Laboratório de Farmacognosia, Departamento de Química, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade do Porto, R. Jorge Viterbo Ferreira, n° 228, 4050-313, Porto, Portugal
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- LAQV-REQUIMTE & Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193, Aveiro, Portugal
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Martino R, Barreiro Arcos ML, Peralta I, Marrassini C, Saint Martin EM, Cogoi L, Cremaschi G, Alonso MR, Anesini C. Antiproliferative activity of aqueous and polyphenol-rich extracts of Larrea divaricata Cav. on a melanoma cell line. Nat Prod Res 2021; 36:4431-4434. [PMID: 34569365 DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2021.1980789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Most of the deaths from skin cancer are caused by melanoma, a malignancy in which STAT3 plays a crucial role. The inhibition of STAT3 is considered a potential target to induce cell death, tumor regression and metastasis inhibition. The objective of this work was to evaluate the activity of the aqueous extract of Larrea divaricata (Aq), a fraction rich in polyphenols (EA),and the isolated compound quercetin-3-methyl ether (Q3ME) on B16F10 melanoma cells. The effects of Aq, EA and Q3ME were assessed on B16F10 cells by determining the proliferation, viability, apoptosis induction and the expression and phosphorylation of STAT3. The phytochemical composition of the extracts was determined by High Performance Liquid Chromatography. Aq, EA and Q3ME presented antiproliferative activity on B6F10 cells through p-STAT3 inhibition and early and late apoptosis induction (EC50 EA= ≤0.1 µg/ml; Aq= 316 ± 30 µg/ml; Q3ME= <0.1 µg/ml). L. divaricata could be considered for the development of adjuvant phytotherapies in melanoma treatment.
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- Renzo Martino
- Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Instituto de la Química y Metabolismo del Fármaco (IQUIMEFA), Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Universidad de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Instituto de Investigación Biomédica (BIOMED), Consejo de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Universidad Católica Argentina (UCA), Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Instituto de la Química y Metabolismo del Fármaco (IQUIMEFA), Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Universidad de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Instituto de la Química y Metabolismo del Fármaco (IQUIMEFA), Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Universidad de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Instituto de la Química y Metabolismo del Fármaco (IQUIMEFA), Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Universidad de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Instituto de la Química y Metabolismo del Fármaco (IQUIMEFA), Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Universidad de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Instituto de Investigación Biomédica (BIOMED), Consejo de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Universidad Católica Argentina (UCA), Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Instituto de la Química y Metabolismo del Fármaco (IQUIMEFA), Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Universidad de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Instituto de la Química y Metabolismo del Fármaco (IQUIMEFA), Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Universidad de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Guo R, Zhao M, Liu H, Su R, Mao Q, Gong L, Cao X, Hao Y. Uncovering the pharmacological mechanisms of Xijiao Dihuang decoction combined with Yinqiao powder in treating influenza viral pneumonia by an integrative pharmacology strategy. Biomed Pharmacother 2021; 141:111676. [PMID: 34126353 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2021.111676] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2021] [Revised: 04/22/2021] [Accepted: 04/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Xijiao Dihuang decoction combined with Yinqiao powder (XDD-YQP) is a classical combination formula; however, its therapeutic effects in treating influenza viral pneumonia and the pharmacological mechanisms remain unclear. The therapeutic effect of XDD-YQP in influenza viral pneumonia was evaluated in mice. Subsequently, an everted gut sac model coupled with UPLC/Q-TOF MS were used to screen and identify the active compounds of XDD-YQP. Furthermore, network pharmacological analysis was adopted to probe the mechanisms of the active compounds. Lastly, we verified the targets predicted from network pharmacological analysis by differential bioinformatics analysis. Animal experiments showed that XDD-YQP has a therapeutic effect on influenza viral pneumonia. Moreover, 113 active compounds were identified from intestinal absorbed solutions of XDD-YQP. Using network pharmacological analysis, 90 major targets were selected as critical in the treatment of influenza viral pneumonia through 12 relevant pathways. Importantly, the MAPK signaling pathway was found to be closely associated with the other 11 pathways. Moreover, seven key targets, EGFR, FOS, MAPK1, MAP2K1, HRAS, NRAS, and RELA, which are common targets in the MAPK signaling pathway, were investigated. These seven key targets were identified as differentially expressed genes (DEGs) between influenza virus-infected and uninfected individuals. Hence, the seven key targets in the MAPK signaling pathway may play a vital role in the treatment of influenza viral pneumonia with XDD-YQP. This research may offer an integrative pharmacology strategy to clarify the pharmacological mechanisms of traditional Chinese medicines. The results provide a theoretical basis for a broader clinical application of XDD-YQP.
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- Rui Guo
- School of Life Sciences, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China.
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J. Hashim F, Vichitphan S, Boonsiri P, Vichitphan K. Neuroprotective Assessment of Moringa oleifera Leaves Extract against Oxidative-Stress-Induced Cytotoxicity in SHSY5Y Neuroblastoma Cells. PLANTS 2021; 10:plants10050889. [PMID: 33925070 PMCID: PMC8146478 DOI: 10.3390/plants10050889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2021] [Revised: 04/17/2021] [Accepted: 04/26/2021] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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The current trend worldwide is searching plant extracts towards prevention of neurodegenerative disorders. This study aimed to investigate the neuroprotective effect of Alpinia galanga leaves (ALE), Alpinia galanga rhizomes (ARE), Vitis vinifera seeds (VSE), Moringa oleifera leaves (MLE), Panax ginseng leaves (PLE) and Panax ginseng rhizomes (PRE) ethanolic extracts on human neuroblastoma (SHSY5Y) cells. The 1-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical scavenging of VSE and MLE were 81% and 58%, respectively. Ferric-reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) of ALE and MLE (33.57 ± 0.20 and 26.76 ± 0.30 μmol Fe(ΙΙ)/g dry wt., respectively) were higher than for the other extracts. Liquid chromatography coupled to quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry (LC-QTOF/MS) revealed MLE active compounds. Intracellular study by nitro-blue tetrazolium (NBT) test showed that MLE and VSE had high O2− scavenging (0.83 ± 0.09 vs. 0.98 ± 0.08 mg/mL, respectively). MLE had the highest ROS scavenging followed by PRE (0.71 ± 0.08 vs. 0.83 ± 0.08 mg/mL, respectively), by 2,7-dichlorodihydrofluorescein diacetate (DCFHDA) assay. The 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) cytotoxicity and neuroprotection tests on SHSY5Y showed that PRE had a better neuroprotective effect but higher cytotoxicity compared to MLE (viable cells 51% vs. 44%, IC50 1.92 ± 0.04 vs. 2.7 ± 0.2 mg/mL, respectively). In conclusion, among the studied plants, MLE has potential for developing as a neuroprotective agent.
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- Farah J. Hashim
- Graduate School, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand;
- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Technology, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand;
- Department of Biotechnology, College of Science, University of Baghdad, Baghdad 10071, Iraq
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Technology, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand;
- Fermentation Research Center for Value Added Agricultural Products (FerVAAP), Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand;
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Technology, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand;
- Fermentation Research Center for Value Added Agricultural Products (FerVAAP), Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +668-685-22929
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Doneda E, Bianchi SE, Pittol V, Kreutz T, Scholl JN, Ibañez IL, Bracalente C, Durán H, Figueiró F, Klamt F, Bassani VL. 3-O-Methylquercetin from Achyrocline satureioides-cytotoxic activity against A375-derived human melanoma cell lines and its incorporation into cyclodextrins-hydrogels for topical administration. Drug Deliv Transl Res 2021; 11:2151-2168. [PMID: 33410099 DOI: 10.1007/s13346-020-00882-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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3-O-Methylquercetin (3OMQ), a natural 3-O-methylflavonoid, was isolated from Achyrocline satureioides and purified using the high-performance counter current chromatography (HPCCC) on a semi-preparative scale. High-purity 3OMQ (98%) was obtained with excellent recovery (81.8% (w/w)) and good yield (190 mg/100 g of plant). Isolated 3OMQ was evaluated against the A375 human amelanotic melanoma cancer cell line and A375-derived with different degrees of aggressiveness (A375-A7, A375-G10, and A375-PCDNA3). The results showed that 3OMQ reduced the cell viability of all strains, demonstrating time- and dose-dependent responses. 3OMQ was used to obtain hydrogels for the topical treatment of melanoma. Thus, 3OMQ was incorporated into hypromellose hydrogels with/without different cyclodextrins (CDs). The 3OMQ formulations showed permeation/retention in all skin layers, namely stratum corneum, epidermis, and dermis. A significant amount of 3OMQ was found in the replication site of the melanoma cells (epidermis and dermis). Altogether, these results demonstrate that 3OMQ can be isolated from Achyrocline satureioides by HPCCC on a semi-preparative scale and exhibit cytotoxic activity against melanoma cells. Its incorporation into an HPMC hydrogel containing HP-β-CD yielded a formulation with excellent technological and biopharmaceutical characteristics for evaluating the topical management of melanoma.
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- Eduarda Doneda
- Laboratório de Desenvolvimento Galênico, Programa de Pós-Graduação Em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Avenida Ipiranga, 90610-000, Porto Alegre, RS, 2752-607, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Desenvolvimento Galênico, Programa de Pós-Graduação Em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Avenida Ipiranga, 90610-000, Porto Alegre, RS, 2752-607, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Desenvolvimento Galênico, Programa de Pós-Graduação Em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Avenida Ipiranga, 90610-000, Porto Alegre, RS, 2752-607, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Desenvolvimento Galênico, Programa de Pós-Graduação Em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Avenida Ipiranga, 90610-000, Porto Alegre, RS, 2752-607, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação Em Ciências Biológicas: Bioquímica, Instituto de Ciências Básicas da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Avenida Ramiro Barcelos, 90035-003, Anexo, Porto Alegre, RS, 2600, Brazil
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- Instituto de Nanociencia Y Nanotecnología Nodo Constituyentes, Comisión Nacional de Energía Atómica, Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas Y Técnicas (CONICET) Av. General Paz 1499, B1650KNA, San Martín, Buenos Aires, CNEA, Argentina
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- Instituto de Nanociencia Y Nanotecnología Nodo Constituyentes, Comisión Nacional de Energía Atómica, Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas Y Técnicas (CONICET) Av. General Paz 1499, B1650KNA, San Martín, Buenos Aires, CNEA, Argentina
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- Instituto de Nanociencia Y Nanotecnología Nodo Constituyentes, Comisión Nacional de Energía Atómica, Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas Y Técnicas (CONICET) Av. General Paz 1499, B1650KNA, San Martín, Buenos Aires, CNEA, Argentina.,Universidad Nacional de San Martin, Escuela de Ciencia Y Tecnología, Campus Miguelete, B1650KNA, Villa Lynch, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação Em Ciências Biológicas: Bioquímica, Instituto de Ciências Básicas da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Avenida Ramiro Barcelos, 90035-003, Anexo, Porto Alegre, RS, 2600, Brazil.,Laboratório de Bioquímica Celular, Departamento de Bioquímica, Instituto de Ciências Básicas da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Avenida Ramiro Barcelos, 90035-003, Anexo, Porto Alegre, RS, 2600, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação Em Ciências Biológicas: Bioquímica, Instituto de Ciências Básicas da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Avenida Ramiro Barcelos, 90035-003, Anexo, Porto Alegre, RS, 2600, Brazil.,Laboratório de Bioquímica Celular, Departamento de Bioquímica, Instituto de Ciências Básicas da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Avenida Ramiro Barcelos, 90035-003, Anexo, Porto Alegre, RS, 2600, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Desenvolvimento Galênico, Programa de Pós-Graduação Em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Avenida Ipiranga, 90610-000, Porto Alegre, RS, 2752-607, Brazil.
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Pournaghi N, Khalighi-Sigaroodi F, Safari E, Hajiaghaee R. Bioassay-guided Isolation of Flavonoids from Caesalpinia bonduc (L.) Roxb. and Evaluation of Their Cytotoxicity. IRANIAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL RESEARCH : IJPR 2021; 20:274-282. [PMID: 34400957 PMCID: PMC8170760 DOI: 10.22037/ijpr.2020.112557.13824] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Cancer is one of the most important causes of death all around the world. Screening plants and their secondary metabolites as cytotoxic agents is one of the common methods for identifying new compounds used in chemotherapy and inhibition cancer process. Caesalpinia bonduc (L.) Roxb. from the Fabaceae family was used for improving wound, fever, tumor, hydrocele, hernia, smallpox, toothache, inflammation, and as astringent, anthelmintic, antidiabetic, and antimalarial agent in traditional medicine. A bioassay-guided study of this species led to the isolation of three flavonoids. At first, the cytotoxicity of methanol extract of aerial parts (leaves and stems), seeds, and legumes of this plant was tested against MCF-7 and PC-3 by MTT assay. The methanol extract of legumes showed better inhibitory activities (IC50 < 500 µg/mL). As a result, this extract was selected for fractionation. In the next step, the ethyl acetate (EtOAc) fraction was selected for phytochemical analysis based on the inhibitory activity (IC50 = 170 ± 0.9 µg/mL). In this way, total phenol content (625 ± 7.2 GAE/g extract) and antioxidant activity (IC50 = 6.1 ± 0.3 µg/mL) was compared by BHT (IC50 = 13.5 ± 0.7 µg/mL). Finally, three compounds including, quercetin-3-methyl ether (1), kaempferol (2), and kaempferol-3-O-α-L-rhamnopyranosyl-1→2)-β-D-xylopyranoside (3) were isolated from EtOAc fraction, and all isolated compounds were tested for their cytotoxicity and compound 1 showed better inhibitory activity than other two compounds. This study suggests that Caesalpinia bonduc could be considered for further investigations as a natural source of biological compounds.
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- Narges Pournaghi
- Medicinal Plants Research Center, Institute of Medicinal Plants, ACECR, Karaj, Iran.
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- Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Medicinal Plants Research Center, Institute of Medicinal Plants, ACECR, Karaj, Iran.
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Ahmed OM, Ahmed AA, Fahim HI, Zaky MY. Quercetin and naringenin abate diethylnitrosamine/acetylaminofluorene-induced hepatocarcinogenesis in Wistar rats: the roles of oxidative stress, inflammation and cell apoptosis. Drug Chem Toxicol 2019; 45:262-273. [PMID: 31665932 DOI: 10.1080/01480545.2019.1683187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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This study was designed to assess the preventive effects and to suggest the probable mechanisms of action of quercetin and naringein in diethylnitrosamine (DEN)/2-acetylaminofluorene (2AAF)-induced hepatocarcinogenesis in Wistar male rats. The chemical-induction of hepatocarcinogenesis was performed by injection of DEN intraperitoneally at 150 mg/kg body weight (b.w.) twice/week for two weeks, followed by oral administration of 2AAF at 20 mg/kg body weight (b.w.) 4 times/week for 3 weeks. The DEN/2AAF-administered rats were co-treated with quercetin and naringenin at dose level of 10 mg/kg b. w. by oral gavage for 20 weeks. The treatment of DEN/2AAF-administered rats with quercetin and naringenin significantly prevented the elevations in serum levels of liver function indicators (ALT, AST, ALP, γ-GT, total bilirubin and albumin) and liver tumor biomarkers including AFP, CEA and CA19.9. The cancerous histological lesions and inflammatory cells infiltration in liver of DEN/2AAF-administered rats were remarkably suppressed by treatments with quercetin and naringenin. The hepatic oxidative stress markers including NO level and lipid peroxidation significantly decreased while the SOD, GPx and CAT activities and GSH content significantly increased in DEN/2AAF-administered rats treated with quercetin and naringenin when compared to DEN/2AFF-administered control rats. Furthermore, the lowered mRNA expression of liver IL-4, P53 and Bcl-2 in of DEN/2AAF-administered rats were significantly counteracted by treatment with quercetin and naringenin. Taken together, our results demonstrate that quercetin and naringenin may abate hepatocarcinogenesis via enhancement of anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and apoptotic actions.
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- Osama M Ahmed
- Molecular Physiology Division, Zoology Department, Faculty of Science, Beni-Suef University, Beni-Suef, Egypt
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- Molecular Physiology Division, Zoology Department, Faculty of Science, Beni-Suef University, Beni-Suef, Egypt
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- Molecular Physiology Division, Zoology Department, Faculty of Science, Beni-Suef University, Beni-Suef, Egypt
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- Molecular Physiology Division, Zoology Department, Faculty of Science, Beni-Suef University, Beni-Suef, Egypt.,Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & The Second Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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Potential Therapeutic Targets of Quercetin and Its Derivatives: Its Role in the Therapy of Cognitive Impairment. J Clin Med 2019; 8:jcm8111789. [PMID: 31717708 PMCID: PMC6912580 DOI: 10.3390/jcm8111789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2019] [Revised: 10/18/2019] [Accepted: 10/21/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Quercetin (QC) is a flavonoid and crucial bioactive compound found in a variety of vegetables and fruits. In preclinical studies, QC has demonstrated broad activity against several diseases and disorders. According to recent investigations, QC is a potential therapeutic candidate for the treatment of nervous system illnesses because of its protective role against oxidative damage and neuroinflammation. QC acts on several molecular signals, including ion channels, neuroreceptors, and inflammatory receptor signaling, and it also regulates neurotrophic and anti-oxidative signaling molecules. While the study of QC in neurological disorders has focused on numerous target molecules, the role of QC on certain molecular targets such as G-protein coupled and nuclear receptors remains to be investigated. Our analysis presents several molecular targets of QC and its derivatives that demonstrate the pharmacological potential against cognitive impairment. Consequently, this article may guide future studies using QC and its analogs on specific signaling molecules. Finding new molecular targets of QC and its analogs may ultimately assist in the treatment of cognitive impairment.
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Zhao S, Jiang Y, Zhao J, Li H, Yin X, Wang Y, Xie Y, Chen X, Lu J, Dong Z, Liu K. Quercetin‐3‐methyl ether inhibits esophageal carcinogenesis by targeting the AKT/mTOR/p70S6K and MAPK pathways. Mol Carcinog 2018; 57:1540-1552. [DOI: 10.1002/mc.22876] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2018] [Revised: 07/06/2018] [Accepted: 07/19/2018] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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- Simin Zhao
- Department of PathophysiologySchool of Basic Medical SciencesZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
- Henan Provincial Cooperative Innovation Center for Cancer ChemopreventionZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
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- Department of PathophysiologySchool of Basic Medical SciencesZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
- Henan Provincial Cooperative Innovation Center for Cancer ChemopreventionZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
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- Department of PathophysiologySchool of Basic Medical SciencesZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
- Henan Provincial Cooperative Innovation Center for Cancer ChemopreventionZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
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- East China University of Science and TechnologyShanghaiChina
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- Department of PathophysiologySchool of Basic Medical SciencesZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
- Henan Provincial Cooperative Innovation Center for Cancer ChemopreventionZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
- The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
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- Department of PathophysiologySchool of Basic Medical SciencesZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
- Henan Provincial Cooperative Innovation Center for Cancer ChemopreventionZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
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- Department of PathophysiologySchool of Basic Medical SciencesZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
- Henan Provincial Cooperative Innovation Center for Cancer ChemopreventionZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
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- Department of PathophysiologySchool of Basic Medical SciencesZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
- Henan Provincial Cooperative Innovation Center for Cancer ChemopreventionZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
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- Department of PathophysiologySchool of Basic Medical SciencesZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
- Henan Provincial Cooperative Innovation Center for Cancer ChemopreventionZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
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- Department of PathophysiologySchool of Basic Medical SciencesZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
- Henan Provincial Cooperative Innovation Center for Cancer ChemopreventionZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
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- Department of PathophysiologySchool of Basic Medical SciencesZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
- Henan Provincial Cooperative Innovation Center for Cancer ChemopreventionZhengzhou UniversityZhengzhouHenanChina
- China‐US (Henan) Hormel Cancer InstituteZhengzhouHenanChina
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Cao L, Yang Y, Ye Z, Lin B, Zeng J, Li C, Liang T, Zhou K, Li J. Quercetin‑3‑methyl ether suppresses human breast cancer stem cell formation by inhibiting the Notch1 and PI3K/Akt signaling pathways. Int J Mol Med 2018; 42:1625-1636. [PMID: 29956731 DOI: 10.3892/ijmm.2018.3741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2017] [Accepted: 06/20/2018] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Breast cancer is a leading cause of mortality among women with cancer worldwide. Quercetin‑3‑methyl ether, a natural compound occurring in various plants, has been indicated to have potent anticancer activity. Breast cancer cell growth and survival were examined by CCK‑8 and colony formation assay, whilst cell cycle and apoptosis were determined by flow cytometry. Cell invasion and migration were assessed by wound‑healing assay and Transwell assay. Cancer stem cell formation was analyzed by mammosphere formation assay and related signaling pathways were detected by western blotting. In the present study, it was observed that treatment with quercetin‑3‑methyl ether significantly inhibited cell growth, induced apoptosis and cell cycle arrest at the G2‑M phase, and suppressed invasion and migration in human breast cancer cells, including the triple negative MDAMB‑231 cell line, and the estrogen receptor‑positive/progesterone receptor‑positive/human epidermal growth factor receptor 2‑negative MCF‑7 and T47D cell lines. This compound also markedly suppressed the epithelial‑mesenchymal transition process as evidenced by the upregulated expression of E‑cadherin, and the concomitant downregulated expression of vimentin and MMP‑2. Furthermore, it was demonstrated that quercetin‑3‑methyl ether treatment inhibited mammosphere formation and the expression of the stemness‑related genes, SRY‑box 2 and Nanog. Mechanistically, this compound decreased the expression of Notch1, and induced the phosphorylation of phosphoinositide 3‑kinase (PI3K) and Akt. It also attenuated the human insulin growth factor 1‑induced phosphorylation of PI3K, Akt and glycogen synthase kinase β. Additionally, the combination of quercetin‑3‑methyl ether and a secretase inhibitor (DAPT) exhibited additive suppression of the expression of Notch1, PI3K, Akt and mammalian target of rapamycin and a more marked inhibitory effect on cell proliferation and colony formation compared with either drug alone. Treatment with quercetin‑3‑methyl ether alone markedly suppressed the levels of tri‑methyl histone H3 (Lys27), but had no effect on the expression of enhancer of zeste homolog 2. Overall, these findings indicated that quercein‑3‑methyl ether may be a potential therapeutic compound for the treatment of triple negative and hormone‑sensitive breast cancer.
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- Longbin Cao
- Key Laboratory for Medical Molecular Diagnostics of Guangdong Province, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, Guangdong 523808, P.R. China
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- Key Laboratory for Medical Molecular Diagnostics of Guangdong Province, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, Guangdong 523808, P.R. China
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- Key Laboratory for Medical Molecular Diagnostics of Guangdong Province, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, Guangdong 523808, P.R. China
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- Dongguan Key Laboratory of Medical Bioactive Molecular Developmental and Translational Research, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, Guangdong 523808, P.R. China
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- Key Laboratory for Medical Molecular Diagnostics of Guangdong Province, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, Guangdong 523808, P.R. China
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- Dongguan Key Laboratory of Medical Bioactive Molecular Developmental and Translational Research, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, Guangdong 523808, P.R. China
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- Dongguan Key Laboratory of Medical Bioactive Molecular Developmental and Translational Research, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, Guangdong 523808, P.R. China
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- Key Laboratory for Medical Molecular Diagnostics of Guangdong Province, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, Guangdong 523808, P.R. China
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- Dongguan Key Laboratory of Medical Bioactive Molecular Developmental and Translational Research, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, Guangdong 523808, P.R. China
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Truong VL, Kong AN, Jeong WS. Red Ginseng Oil Inhibits TPA-Induced Transformation of Skin Epidermal JB6 Cells. J Med Food 2017; 21:380-389. [PMID: 29271701 DOI: 10.1089/jmf.2017.4082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Red ginseng oil (RGO) has been shown to possess anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective activity. In this study, we evaluated the inhibitory effect of RGO on 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate (TPA)-stimulated neoplastic transformation of JB6 P+ cells. RGO pretreatment abolished the transformation of JB6 P+ cells challenged by TPA. RGO suppressed the transactivation of activator protein-1 (AP-1) and nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) transcription factors as well as protein levels of cyclooxygenase-2, cyclin D1, cyclin E, and Bcl-2 in the TPA-treated cells. Additionally, TPA-induced phosphorylations of extracellular signal-regulated kinases, 90 kDa ribosomal S6 kinase 2, c-Jun N-terminal kinases, and glycogen synthase kinase 3β were downregulated in the presence of RGO. Furthermore, RGO induced the nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2)-mediated antioxidant enzyme heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) expression, and effectively blocked the overproduction of TPA-induced reactive oxygen species. These results suggest that RGO exerts a potent chemopreventive activity in skin cell model.
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- Van-Long Truong
- 1 Department of Food and Life Sciences, College of BNIT, Inje University , Gimhae, Korea
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- 2 Department of Pharmaceutics, Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey , Piscataway, New Jersey, USA
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- 1 Department of Food and Life Sciences, College of BNIT, Inje University , Gimhae, Korea
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Taxifolin Activates the Nrf2 Anti-Oxidative Stress Pathway in Mouse Skin Epidermal JB6 P+ Cells through Epigenetic Modifications. Int J Mol Sci 2017; 18:ijms18071546. [PMID: 28714938 PMCID: PMC5536034 DOI: 10.3390/ijms18071546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2017] [Revised: 07/04/2017] [Accepted: 07/07/2017] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Nuclear factor erythroid-2 related factor 2 (Nrf2) is a vital transcription factor that regulates the anti-oxidative defense system. Previous reports suggested that the expression of the Nrf2 gene can be regulated by epigenetic modifications. The potential epigenetic effect of taxifolin (TAX), a potent cancer chemopreventive agent, in skin cancer chemoprotection is unknown. In this study, we investigated how Nrf2 is epigenetically regulated by TAX in JB6 P+ cells. TAX was found to inhibit the 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate (TPA)-induced colony formation of JB6 P+ cells. TAX induced antioxidant response element (ARE)-luciferase activity in HepG2-C8 cells and up-regulated mRNA and protein levels of Nrf2 and its downstream genes heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) and NAD(P)H quinone oxidoreductase 1 (NQO1), in JB6 P+ cells. Furthermore, bisulfite genomic sequencing revealed that TAX treatment reduces the methylation level of the first 15 CpGs sites in the Nrf2 promoter. Western blotting showed that TAX inhibits the expression levels of DNA methyltransferase (DNMT) and histone deacetylase (HDAC) proteins. In summary, our results revealed that TAX can induce expression of Nrf2 and its downstream target genes in JB6 P+ cells by CpG demethylation. These finding suggest that TAX may exhibit a skin cancer preventive effect by activating Nrf2 via an epigenetic pathway.
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Martino R, Arcos MLB, Alonso R, Sülsen V, Cremaschi G, Anesini C. Polyphenol-Rich Fraction from Larrea divaricata and its Main Flavonoid Quercetin-3-Methyl Ether Induce Apoptosis in Lymphoma Cells Through Nitrosative Stress. Phytother Res 2016; 30:1128-36. [PMID: 27038396 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.5615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2015] [Revised: 03/01/2016] [Accepted: 03/03/2016] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Larrea divaricata is a plant with antiproliferative principles. We have previously identified the flavonoid quercetin-3-methyl ether (Q-3-ME) in an ethyl acetate fraction (EA). Both the extract and Q-3-ME were found to be effective against the EL-4 T lymphoma cell line. However, the mechanism underlying the inhibition of tumor cell proliferation remains to be elucidated. In this work, we analyzed the role of nitric oxide (NO) in the induction of apoptosis mediated by Q-3-ME and EA. Both treatments were able to induce apoptosis in a concentration-dependent and time-dependent manner. The western blot analysis revealed a sequential activation of caspases-9 and 3, followed by poly-(ADP-ribose)-polymerase cleavage. EA and Q-3-ME lowered the mitochondrial membrane potential, showing the activation of the intrinsic pathway of apoptosis. Q-3-ME and EA increased NO production and inducible NO synthase expression in tumor cells. The involvement of NO in cell death was confirmed by the nitric oxide synthases inhibitor L-NAME. In addition, EA and Q-3-ME induced a cell cycle arrest in G0/G1 phase. These drugs did not affect normal cell viability. This data suggested that EA and Q-3-ME induce an increase in NO production that would lead to the cell cycle arrest and the activation of the intrinsic pathway of apoptosis. Copyright © 2016 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
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- Renzo Martino
- Instituto de Química y Metabolismo del Fármaco - IQUIMEFA (UBA-CONICET), Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Junín 956 piso 2, 1113, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Instituto de Investigaciones Biomédicas (BIOMED), Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina (UCA), Av. A. Moreau de Justo 1600, piso 3, 1107AFF, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Instituto de Química y Metabolismo del Fármaco - IQUIMEFA (UBA-CONICET), Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Junín 956 piso 2, 1113, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Instituto de Química y Metabolismo del Fármaco - IQUIMEFA (UBA-CONICET), Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Junín 956 piso 2, 1113, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Instituto de Investigaciones Biomédicas (BIOMED), Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina (UCA), Av. A. Moreau de Justo 1600, piso 3, 1107AFF, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Instituto de Química y Metabolismo del Fármaco - IQUIMEFA (UBA-CONICET), Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Junín 956 piso 2, 1113, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Hashimoto N, Blumberg JB, Chen CYO. Hyperglycemia and Anthocyanin Inhibit Quercetin Metabolism in HepG2 Cells. J Med Food 2016; 19:141-7. [DOI: 10.1089/jmf.2015.0089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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- Naoto Hashimoto
- Antioxidants Research Laboratory, Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging, Tufts University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Koshi Headquarters, National Agricultural Research Center for Kyushu Okinawa Region, Koshi, Kumamoto, Japan
- Memuro Research Station, National Agriculture Research Center for Hokkaido Region, Kasai, Hokkaido, Japan
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- Antioxidants Research Laboratory, Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging, Tufts University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Antioxidants Research Laboratory, Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging, Tufts University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Cruz M, Antunes P, Paulo L, Ferreira AM, Cunha A, Almeida-Aguiar C, Oliveira R. Antioxidant and dual dose-dependent antigenotoxic and genotoxic properties of an ethanol extract of propolis. RSC Adv 2016. [DOI: 10.1039/c6ra04856k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Propolis is a resinous product made by honeybees from plant-derived materials, with high content of polyphenols associated to beneficial bioactivities with potential use as a natural food additive for preservation and as a functional food ingredient.
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- M. Cruz
- Centre for the Research and Technology of Agro-Environmental and Biological Sciences (CITAB)
- Department of Biology
- University of Minho
- Campus de Gualtar
- 4710-057 Braga
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- Centro de Apoio Tecnológico Agro Alimentar (CATAA)
- Zona Industrial de Castelo Branco
- 6000-459 Castelo Branco
- Portugal
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- Centro de Apoio Tecnológico Agro Alimentar (CATAA)
- Zona Industrial de Castelo Branco
- 6000-459 Castelo Branco
- Portugal
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- Chemistry Research Center (CQVR)
- University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro
- Quinta de Prados
- 5000-801 Vila Real
- Portugal
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- Centre for the Research and Technology of Agro-Environmental and Biological Sciences (CITAB)
- Department of Biology
- University of Minho
- Campus de Gualtar
- 4710-057 Braga
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- Centre for the Research and Technology of Agro-Environmental and Biological Sciences (CITAB)
- Department of Biology
- University of Minho
- Campus de Gualtar
- 4710-057 Braga
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- Centre for the Research and Technology of Agro-Environmental and Biological Sciences (CITAB)
- Department of Biology
- University of Minho
- Campus de Gualtar
- 4710-057 Braga
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Dash R, Uddin MMN, Hosen SZ, Rahim ZB, Dinar AM, Kabir MSH, Sultan RA, Islam A, Hossain MK. Molecular docking analysis of known flavonoids as duel COX-2 inhibitors in the context of cancer. Bioinformation 2015; 11:543-9. [PMID: 26770028 PMCID: PMC4702032 DOI: 10.6026/97320630011543] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2015] [Revised: 12/15/2015] [Accepted: 12/16/2015] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) catalyzed synthesis of prostaglandin E2 and it associates with tumor growth, infiltration, and metastasis in preclinical experiments. Known inhibitors against COX-2 exhibit toxicity. Therefore, it is of interest to screen natural compounds like flavanoids against COX-2. Molecular docking using 12 known flavanoids against COX-2 by FlexX and of ArgusLab were performed. All compounds showed a favourable binding energy of >-10 KJ/mol in FlexX and > -8 kcal/mol in ArgusLab. However, this data requires in vitro and in vivo verification for further consideration.
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- Raju Dash
- Department of Pharmacy, BGC Trust University Bangladesh, Chittagong-4000, Bangladesh
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- Molecular Modeling & Drug Design Laboratory (MMDDL), Pharmacology Research
Division, Bangladesh Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (BCSIR), Chittagong-4220, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, BGC Trust University Bangladesh, Chittagong-4000, Bangladesh
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- Quality Control Operations, Square Pharmaceutical Ltd, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Chittagong, Chittagong-4331, Bangladesh
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Chittagong-4331, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Chittagong, Chittagong-4331, Bangladesh
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Schiavano GF, De Santi M, Brandi G, Fanelli M, Bucchini A, Giamperi L, Giomaro G. Inhibition of Breast Cancer Cell Proliferation and In Vitro Tumorigenesis by a New Red Apple Cultivar. PLoS One 2015; 10:e0135840. [PMID: 26284516 PMCID: PMC4540469 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0135840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2015] [Accepted: 07/27/2015] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to evaluate the antiproliferative activity in breast cancer cells and the inhibition of tumorigenesis in pre-neoplastic cells of a new apple cultivar with reddish pulp, called the Pelingo apple. METHODS The antiproliferative activity was evaluated in MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231 human breast cancer cells. The inhibition of tumorigenesis was performed in JB6 promotion-sensitive (P+) cells. RESULTS Results showed that Pelingo apple juice is characterized by a very high polyphenol content and strongly inhibited breast cancer cell proliferation. Its antiproliferative activity was found to be higher than the other five apple juices tested. Pelingo juice induced cell accumulation in the G2/M phase of the cell cycle and autophagy through overexpression of p21, inhibition of extracellular signal-regulated kinases 1/2 (ERK1/2) activity and an increase in lipidated microtubule-associated protein-1 light chain-3 beta (LC3B). Remarkably, Pelingo juice inhibited the 12-o-tetra-decanoyl-phorbol-13-acetate (TPA)-induced tumorigenesis of JB6 P+ cells, suppressing colony formation in semi-solid medium and TPA-induced ERK1/2 phosphorylation. CONCLUSIONS Our data indicate that the Pelingo apple is rich in food components that can markedly inhibit in vitro tumorigenesis and growth of human breast cancer cells and could provide natural bioactive non-nutrient compounds, with potential chemopreventive activity.
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- Department of Biomolecular Sciences, University of Urbino “Carlo Bo”, Urbino (PU), Italy
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- Department of Biomolecular Sciences, University of Urbino “Carlo Bo”, Urbino (PU), Italy
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- Department of Biomolecular Sciences, University of Urbino “Carlo Bo”, Urbino (PU), Italy
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- Department of Earth, Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Urbino “Carlo Bo”, Urbino (PU), Italy
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- Department of Earth, Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Urbino “Carlo Bo”, Urbino (PU), Italy
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- Department of Earth, Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Urbino “Carlo Bo”, Urbino (PU), Italy
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Nitha A, Prabha SP, Ansil PN, Latha MS. Methanolic extract of Woodfordia fruticosa Kurz flowers ameliorates carbon tetrachloride-induced chronic hepatic fibrosis in rats. Toxicol Ind Health 2014; 32:1224-36. [PMID: 25415873 DOI: 10.1177/0748233714552120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Hepatic fibrosis, characterized by extracellular matrix accumulation, is the common cause of chronic liver failure and is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of dried flowers of Woodfordia fruticosa on carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)-induced hepatic fibrosis in rat model. Hepatic fibrosis was induced in male Wistar rats by CCl4 administration (150 μl/100 g rat weight, oral) twice a week for 10 weeks. In preventive model, administration of daily doses of methanolic extract of W. fruticosa (MEWF) at two different doses (100 mg/kg, body weight (b.w.) and 200 mg/kg, b.w.) was started 1 week before the onset of CCl4 administration and continued for 10 weeks. In curative model, MEWF at 100 and 200 mg/kg were given for last 2 weeks after the establishment of fibrosis. MEWF at a dose of 200 mg/kg was able to exert a more pronounced effect as evidenced histologically by significant reduction in fibrotic septa formation in liver tissue, immunohistochemically by abridged expression of collagen III, and also biochemically by serum and tissue antioxidant status, lipid peroxidation, and hydroxyproline level. Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis revealed the presence of confertin, quercetin methyl ether, ellagic acid, and stigmasterol in MEWF, which could be responsible for its antifibrotic activity. These results indicate the effective protection exerted by MEWF against CCl4-induced hepatic fibrosis in a dose-dependent manner.
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- A Nitha
- Biochemistry and Pharmacognosy Research Laboratory, School of Biosciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India
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- Biochemistry and Pharmacognosy Research Laboratory, School of Biosciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India
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- Biochemistry and Pharmacognosy Research Laboratory, School of Biosciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India
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- Biochemistry and Pharmacognosy Research Laboratory, School of Biosciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India
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Carini JP, Klamt F, Bassani VL. Flavonoids from Achyrocline satureioides: promising biomolecules for anticancer therapy. RSC Adv 2014. [DOI: 10.1039/c3ra43627f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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SIGNIFICANCE Diet exerts a major influence on the risk for developing cancer and heart disease. Food factors such as flavonoids are alleged to protect cells from premature aging and disease by shielding DNA, proteins, and lipids from oxidative damage. RECENT ADVANCES Our work has focused on clarifying the effects of dietary components on cancer cell proliferation and tumor growth, discovering mechanisms to explain the effects, and identifying the specific molecular targets of these compounds. Our strategy for identifying specific molecular targets of phytochemicals involves the use of supercomputer technology combined with protein crystallography, molecular biology, and experimental laboratory verification. CRITICAL ISSUES One of the greatest challenges for scientists is to reduce the accumulation of distortion and half truths reported in the popular media regarding the health benefits of certain foods or food supplements. The use of these is not new, but interest has increased dramatically because of perceived health benefits that are presumably acquired without unpleasant side effects. Flavonoids are touted to exert many beneficial effects in vitro. However, whether they can produce these effects in vivo is disputed. FUTURE DIRECTIONS The World Health Organization indicates that one third of all cancer deaths are preventable and that diet is closely linked to prevention. Based on this idea and epidemiological findings, attention has centered on dietary phytochemicals as an effective intervention in cancer development. However, an unequivocal link between diet and cancer has not been established. Thus, identifying cancer preventive dietary agents with specific molecular targets is essential to move forward toward successful cancer prevention.
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- Ann M Bode
- The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota, Austin, MN 55912, USA
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Vásquez-Garzón VR, Macias-Pérez JR, Jiménez-García MN, Villegas V, Fattel-Fazenta S, Villa-Treviño S. The chemopreventive capacity of quercetin to induce programmed cell death in hepatocarcinogenesis. Toxicol Pathol 2012. [PMID: 23197198 DOI: 10.1177/0192623312467522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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In this study of chemoprevention in the rat modified resistant hepatocyte model, preneoplastic cells were diminished by >60% with quercetin pretreatment compared with those rats treated with N-Diethylnitrosamine (DEN) to induce liver cancer. This decrease occurred associated with an abolished DEN-induced lipid peroxidation as well as activation of caspase 9 and increased caspase 3, as determined by increased expression of cleaved caspase 3 and 9, but not cleaved caspase 8 and increased fragmentation of Poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) inducing apoptosis of presumed genetically injured cells, when quercetin was administered before the initiation agent.
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