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Mohamed RS, Fouda K, Maghraby AS, Assem FM, Menshawy MM, Zaghloul AH, Abdel-Salam AM. Hepato-renal protective impact of nanocapsulated Petroselinum crispum and Anethum graveolens essential oils added in fermented milk against some food additives via antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects: In silico and in vivo studies. Heliyon 2024; 10:e36866. [PMID: 39286161 PMCID: PMC11403541 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e36866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2024] [Revised: 08/18/2024] [Accepted: 08/23/2024] [Indexed: 09/19/2024] Open
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The study assessed the efficacy of parsley and dill essential oils (EOs) nanocapsules incorporated into fermented milk in hepato-renal protection against specific food additives. A molecular docking assay was conducted between parsley and dill EOs bioactive molecules and inflammatory cytokines. Freeze-dried parsley and dill EOs nanocapsules were developed, characterized for their morphological structure, particle size, zeta potential, polydispersity index and encapsulation efficiency and assessed in fast green dye and sodium benzoate (SB) combination-treated rats. The docking results revealed that the primary constituents of parsley and dill EOs (apiol, myristicin, α-pinene, (-)-carvone, and d-limonene) interacted with the active sites of TNF-α, IL-1β and TGF-1β cytokines with hydrophobic and hydrogen bond interactions. D-limonene had the highest binding affinity (6.4 kcal/mol) for the TNF-α. Apiol and myristicin had the highest binding affinity (5.1, 5.0, 5.0 and 5.0 kcal/mol, respectively) for the IL-1β and TGF-β1 receptors. Biochemically and histopathologically, the excessive co-administration of fast green and SB revealed adverse effects on the liver and the kidney. Whereas the treatment with parsley and dill EOs nanocapsules afford hepato-renal protective effects as manifested by suppression the elevated liver and kidney functions. Parsley and dill EOs nanocapsules showed a significant reduction of the liver (64.08 and 80.5 pg/g, respectively) and kidney (59.3 and 83.6 pg/g, respectively) ROS. Moreover, parsley and dill EOs nanocapsules down-regulated the liver and the kidney inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, TNF-α, IL-1β and TGF-1β) and lipid peroxidation and up-regulated the antioxidant enzymes. In conclusion, the data suggest a potential hepato-renal protective effects of parsley and dill EOs nanocapsules.
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- Rasha S Mohamed
- Nutrition and Food Sciences Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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- Nutrition and Food Sciences Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Therapeutic Chemistry, research group immune-and bio-markers for infection, the Center of Excellent for Advanced Science (CEAS), National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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- Dairy Science Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Manufacturing, Misr University for Science and Technology, 6th October City, Egypt
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- Dairy Science Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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Saeed NM, Ramadan LA, El-Sabbagh WA, Said MA, Abdel-Rahman HM, Mekky RH. Exploring the anti-osteoporosis potential of Petroselinum crispum (Mill.) Fuss extract employing experimentally ovariectomized rat model and network pharmacology approach. Fitoterapia 2024; 175:105971. [PMID: 38663562 DOI: 10.1016/j.fitote.2024.105971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2023] [Revised: 03/11/2024] [Accepted: 04/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/30/2024]
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One of the most prevalent secondary osteoporosis is ovariectomy-induced osteoporosis. Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) has potent estrogenic and antioxidant properties and was used traditionally in the treatment of amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea. The present study aimed to characterize parsley leaf extract (PLE) employing RP-HPLC-MS-MS/MS-based method and possible protective effect in ovariectomized (OVX)-induced osteoporosis in rats was assessed. Rats were randomly assigned into SHAM group, OVX group, PLE + OVX group (150 mg/kg/day, p.o), and estradiol benzoate (E2) + OVX group (30 μg/kg/day, s.c). After eight weeks following ovariectomy, biomarkers of bone strength, bone resorption, oxidative stress and histopathology were carried out. A network pharmacology approach investigated the key targets and potential mechanisms by of PLE metabolites against osteoporosis using databases: PubChem, BindingDB server, DisGeNET, ShinyGO, and KEGG Pathway. Moreover, FunRich 3.1.3, Cytoscape 3.10.0, and MOE 2019.0102 softwares were used for network pharmacology analysis and molecular docking studies. Flavones and hydroxycinnamic acid derivatives were predominant among 38 metabolites in PLE. It significantly restored bone strength and bone resorption biomarkers, osteocalcin (OST), oxidative stress biomarkers and histopathological alterations. The employed network pharmacology approach revealed that 14 primary target genes were associated with decreasing the severity of osteoporosis. Molecular docking revealed that cGMP-PKG signaling pathway has the highest fold enrichment and its downstream PDE5A. Luteolin, diosmetin, and isorhamnetin derivatives affected mostly osteoporosis targets. PLE exhibited protective action against ovariectomy-induced osteoporosis in rats and may be a promising therapy for premenopausal bone loss. cGMP-PKG signaling pathway could be a promising target for PLE in treating osteoporosis.
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- Noha M Saeed
- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Egyptian Russian University, Badr City, Cairo-Suez Road, 11829 Cairo, Egypt.
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Egyptian Russian University, Badr City, Cairo-Suez Road, 11829 Cairo, Egypt
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- Drug Radiation Research Department, National Centre for Radiation Research and Technology (NCRRT), Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority (EAEA), 11787 Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Egyptian Russian University, Badr City, Cairo 11829, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, Faculty of Pharmacy, Egyptian Russian University, Cairo 11829, Egypt; Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo 11562, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Egyptian Russian University, Badr City, Cairo-Suez Road, 11829, Cairo, Egypt..
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Bayramova A, Keçeci M, Akpolat M, Cengil O. Protective effect of curcumin on testicular damage caused by carbon tetrachloride exposure in rats. Reprod Fertil Dev 2024; 36:RD23133. [PMID: 38870343 DOI: 10.1071/rd23133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/27/2024] [Indexed: 06/15/2024] Open
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Context Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4 ) is a chemical that is still widely used in industry and has been shown to cause structural defects in rat testicles through oxidative stress. Aims In our study, the effect of curcumin on CCl4 -mediated testicular damage was investigated. Methods Twenty-four adult Wistar albino male rats weighing 300-350g were divided into four groups: control group (olive oil was applied by gavage every consecutive day for 3weeks); curcumin and CCl4 +curcumin groups (200mg/kg curcumin dissolved in olive oil was given by gavage once a day, every consecutive day for 3weeks); and CCl4 and CCl4 +curcumin groups (0.5mL/kg CCl4 was dissolved in olive oil at a ratio of 1/1 and given by i.p. injection every other day for 3weeks). Tissue samples were examined histopathologically, histomorphometrically, immunohistochemically and biochemically. Key results CCl4 disrupted both testicular morphology and testosterone synthesis, whereas curcumin treatment resulted in an improvement in testicular morphology and biochemical parameters, as well as a decrease in caspase-3 and tumour necrosis factor-α expression. Conclusions Curcumin has a protective effect on testicular tissue damage caused by CCl4 with its anti-inflammatory, antiapoptotic and antioxantioxidant properties. Implications Curcumin can prevent testicular damage due to CCl4 , an environmental pollutant.
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- Aysel Bayramova
- Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, Health Sciences Institute, Histology and Embryology Department, Zonguldak, Türkiye
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- Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, Health Sciences Institute, Histology and Embryology Department, Zonguldak, Türkiye
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- Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, Health Sciences Institute, Histology and Embryology Department, Zonguldak, Türkiye
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- Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, Health Sciences Institute, Histology and Embryology Department, Zonguldak, Türkiye
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Shipa AME, Kahilo KA, Elshazly SA, Taher ES, Nasr NE, Alotaibi BS, Almadaly EA, Assas M, Abdo W, Abouzed TK, Salem AE, Kirci D, El-Seedi HR, Refaey MS, Rizk NI, Shukry M, Dorghamm DA. Protective effect of Petroselinum crispum methanolic extract against acrylamide-induced reproductive toxicity in male rats through NF-ĸB, kinesin, steroidogenesis pathways. Reprod Toxicol 2024; 126:108586. [PMID: 38614435 DOI: 10.1016/j.reprotox.2024.108586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2024] [Revised: 03/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 04/15/2024]
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This study examined the protective effects of a Petroselinum crispum (P. crispum) methanolic extract on reproductive dysfunction induced by acrylamide in male rats. A total of 40 rats were divided into four groups (n=10). The control group received distilled water, the acrylamide group received 10 mg/kg of acrylamide, the P. crispum group received 100 mg/kg of P. crispum extract, and the combined group was pretreated with P. crispum for two weeks before co-administration of P. crispum and acrylamide. All administrations were administered orally using a gastric tube for eight weeks. Acrylamide decreased testosterone levels but did not affect levels of FSH or LH. It also increased testicular levels of (MDA) malondialdehyde and reduced activity of (SOD) superoxide dismutase and impairment of sperm parameters. Furthermore, the administration of acrylamide resulted in an elevation of tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) levels and a reduction in the levels of steroidogenic acute regulatory protein (STAR) and cytochrome P450scc (P450scc). Acrylamide negatively affected the histopathological outcomes, Johnsen's score, the diameter of seminiferous tubules, and the thickness of the germinal epithelium. It also upregulated the expression of NF-ĸB P65 and downregulated the expression of kinesin motor protein. In contrast, treatment with P. crispum extract restored the levels of antioxidant enzymes, improved sperm parameters, and normalized the gene expression of TNF-α, IL-10, IL-6, iNOS, NF-ĸB, STAR, CYP17A1, 17β-HSD and P450scc. It also recovered testicular histological parameters and immunoexpression of NF-ĸB P65 and kinesin altered by acrylamide. P. crispum showed protective effects against acrylamide-induced reproductive toxicity by suppressing oxidative damage and inflammatory pathways.
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- Ahmed M E Shipa
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh 33516, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh 33516, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh 33516, Egypt
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- Department of Basic Medical and Dental Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, Zarqa University, Zarqa 13110, Jordan
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh 33516, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Theriogenology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh 33516, Egypt
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- Fish Processing and Biotechnology Department, Faculty of Aquatic and Fisheries Sciences, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh 33516, Egypt
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- Department of Veterinary Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafr El Sheikh 33516, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh 33516, Egypt; Faculty of Medicine, Biochemistry Department University of Misrata, Libya
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Selçuk University, Konya, Turkiye
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Islamic University of Madinah, Madinah 42351, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Sadat City, Sadat City 32897, Egypt
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- Medical Physiology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Menoufia University, Egypt
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh 33516, Egypt
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Nouioura G, El fadili M, El Hachlafi N, Abuelizz HA, Elidrissi AE, Ferioun M, Soulo N, Er-rahmani S, Lyoussi B, Derwich E. Petroselinum crispum L ., essential oil as promising source of bioactive compounds, antioxidant, antimicrobial activities : In vitro and in silico predictions. Heliyon 2024; 10:e29520. [PMID: 38660278 PMCID: PMC11040043 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e29520] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2023] [Revised: 04/08/2024] [Accepted: 04/09/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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This exploratory study aims to identify the volatile compounds in PC-Eo (Petroselinum crispum L. essential oil) and evaluate its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties in vitro. Molecular docking, drug-likeness prediction, and pharmacokinetics (absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion, and toxicity-ADMET) were among the in silico simulations that were used to explain the biological properties observed in vitro. For PC-Eo's chemical screening, gas chromatography-mass spectrophotometry (GC-MS) was employed. The antioxidant activity of PC-Eo was evaluated using five in vitro complementary techniques, including 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), 2,2'-azinobis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonate) (ABTS) radical scavenging activity, β-Carotene bleaching test (BCBT), reducing power (RP), and phosphomolybdenum assay (TAC). GC-MS analysis revealed that the primary components of PC-Eo are apiol (49.05 %), Myristicin (21.01 %), and 1-allyl-2,3,4,5-tetramethoxybenzene (13.14 %). The results of the in vitro antioxidant assays indicate that PC-Eo exhibits a superior antioxidant profile. The in vitro antimicrobial activity of PC-Eo was assessed against five strains, including 2 g-positive bacteria, 2 g-negative bacteria, and one fungal strain (Candida albicans). The disc-diffusion assay revealed significant antibacterial and antifungal activities against all strains, with zones of inhibition exceeding 15 mm. The microdilution test highlighted the lowest MIC and MBC values with gram-positive bacteria, ranging from 0.25 to 0.5 % v/v for MIC and 0.5-1.0 % v/v for MBC. For the fungal strain, MIC was recorded at 1.25 % and MFC at 2.5 % v/v. PC-Eo demonstrates bactericidal and fungicidal activity based on the MBC/MIC and MFC/MIC ratios. According to the ADMET study, the primary PC-Eo compounds have advantageous pharmacokinetic characteristics. These findings provide empirical support for the traditional uses of this plant and indicate its possible use as a natural remedy.
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- Ghizlane Nouioura
- Laboratory of Natural Substances, Pharmacology, Environment, Modeling, Health and Quality of Life (SNAMOPEQ), Faculty of Sciences Dhar El Mehraz, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, 30 000, Morocco
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- LIMAS Laboratory, Faculty of Sciences Dhar El Mehraz, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, 30 000, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Microbial Biotechnology and Bioactive Molecules, Sciences and Technologies Faculty, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Imouzzer Road, Fez, 30000, Morocco
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, PO Box 2457, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Laboratory of Natural Substances, Pharmacology, Environment, Modeling, Health and Quality of Life (SNAMOPEQ), Faculty of Sciences Dhar El Mehraz, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, 30 000, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Microbial Biotechnology and Bioactive Molecules, Sciences and Technologies Faculty, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Imouzzer Road, Fez, 30000, Morocco
- Natural Resources and Environmental Laboratory. Taza Polydisciplinary Faculty, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Natural Substances, Pharmacology, Environment, Modeling, Health and Quality of Life (SNAMOPEQ), Faculty of Sciences Dhar El Mehraz, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, 30 000, Morocco
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Torino, 10125, Torino, Italy
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- Laboratory of Natural Substances, Pharmacology, Environment, Modeling, Health and Quality of Life (SNAMOPEQ), Faculty of Sciences Dhar El Mehraz, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, 30 000, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Natural Substances, Pharmacology, Environment, Modeling, Health and Quality of Life (SNAMOPEQ), Faculty of Sciences Dhar El Mehraz, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, 30 000, Morocco
- Unity of GC/MS and GC, City of Innovation, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, Morocco
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Bahramsoltani R, Ahmadian R, Daglia M, Rahimi R. Petroselinum crispum (Mill.) Fuss (Parsley): An Updated Review of the Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry, and Pharmacology. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2024; 72:956-972. [PMID: 38189231 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.3c06429] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2024]
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Petroselinum crispum (Mill.) Fuss (parsley) is a popular medicinal plant widely used in different traditional medicines all over the world. This paper provides an updated review on the traditional use, phytochemistry, and pharmacological activities of parsley. Parsley contains volatile compounds such as terpenes and terpenoids in the essential oil, as well as phenolic compounds in the plant extract. Parsley is traditionally used as a diuretic, liver and stomach tonic, and for urolithiasis and indigestion. Pharmacological investigations also confirm several biological activities of parsley including hepatoprotective, nephroprotective, antiurolithiatic, neuroprotective, cardioprotective, and antineoplastic effects in animal and cell-based studies. Parsley has currently demonstrated several pharmacological activities in preclinical studies; however, there is a big lack in clinical evidence. Considering parsley as a possible valuable medicinal food, future clinical trials are recommended to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of the plant in different health conditions.
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- Roodabeh Bahramsoltani
- Department of Traditional Pharmacy, School of Persian Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 14167-53955, Iran
- PhytoPharmacology Interest Group (PPIG), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran 1417653761, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 19839-63113, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II, via Domenico Montesano 49, 80131 Naples, Italy
- International Research Center for Food Nutrition and Safety, Jiangsu University, 212013 Zhenjiang, China
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- Department of Traditional Pharmacy, School of Persian Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 14167-53955, Iran
- PhytoPharmacology Interest Group (PPIG), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran 1417653761, Iran
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Nouioura G, Kettani T, Tourabi M, Elousrouti LT, Al kamaly O, Alshawwa SZ, Shahat AA, Alhalmi A, Lyoussi B, Derwich E. The Protective Potential of Petroselinum crispum (Mill.) Fuss. on Paracetamol-Induced Hepatio-Renal Toxicity and Antiproteinuric Effect: A Biochemical, Hematological, and Histopathological Study. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:1814. [PMID: 37893532 PMCID: PMC10608762 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59101814] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2023] [Revised: 09/25/2023] [Accepted: 10/05/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023]
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Background and Objectives: Paracetamol overdose is a significant global issue due to its widespread use, which can lead to a lack of awareness regarding its potential side effects. Paracetamol can harm the liver, possibly resulting in liver failure. Conversely, this study employed extracts from Petroselinum crispum (PC), known for its rich content of bioactive compounds, with demonstrated antioxidant properties shown in previous research as well as protective effects against various diseases. The primary objective of this study was to investigate the potential protective effects of Petroselinum crispum on altered hematological and biochemical parameters in the blood of rats exposed to paracetamol. Materials and Methods: The study involved twenty Wistar rats divided into four groups. Different groups of male rats were administered PC extract at 200 mg/kg body weight daily for 15 days, along with a standard reference dose of paracetamol at 200 mg/kg. The study assessed hepatoprotection capacity by analyzing liver enzymes such as aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), bilirubin, albumin, and lipid profiles. Renal safety was evaluated through creatinine, urea, uric acid, lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), and total protein. Additionally, histopathological examinations of the liver and kidneys were conducted. Results: Following Paracetamol overdose, there were reductions in hemoglobin levels, serum total protein, albumin, and uric acid. Paracetamol overdose also elevated levels of several blood biomarkers, including creatinine, urea, nitrogen, ALT, AST, triglycerides, LDH activity, white blood cell count, and platelet count compared to the control group. However, using an ethanolic extract of Petroselinum crispum significantly mitigated the severity of these alterations and the extent of the effect correlated with the dose administered. Parsley extract helped prevent proteinuria and low hemoglobin, which are common side effects of Paracetamol. Conclusions: Therefore, parsley may hold promise in managing liver and kidney conditions-particularly in addressing proteinuria. Ultimately, these results may have implications for human health by potentially mitigating paracetamol-induced renal, hepatic, and hematological toxicity.
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- Ghizlane Nouioura
- Laboratory of Natural Substances, Pharmacology, Environment, Modeling, Health and Quality of Life (SNAMOPEQ), Faculty of Sciences Dhar El-Mehraz, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez 30000, Morocco; (M.T.); (B.L.); (E.D.)
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- Saâda Laboratory of Medical Analysis, Fez 30000, Morocco;
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- Laboratory of Natural Substances, Pharmacology, Environment, Modeling, Health and Quality of Life (SNAMOPEQ), Faculty of Sciences Dhar El-Mehraz, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez 30000, Morocco; (M.T.); (B.L.); (E.D.)
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia; (O.A.k.); (S.Z.A.)
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia; (O.A.k.); (S.Z.A.)
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy King Saud University, P.O. Box 2457, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
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- Laboratory of Natural Substances, Pharmacology, Environment, Modeling, Health and Quality of Life (SNAMOPEQ), Faculty of Sciences Dhar El-Mehraz, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez 30000, Morocco; (M.T.); (B.L.); (E.D.)
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- Laboratory of Natural Substances, Pharmacology, Environment, Modeling, Health and Quality of Life (SNAMOPEQ), Faculty of Sciences Dhar El-Mehraz, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez 30000, Morocco; (M.T.); (B.L.); (E.D.)
- Unity of GC/MS and GC, City of Innovation, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez 30000, Morocco
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Herrera-Calderon O, Saleh AM, Mahmood AAR, Khalaf MA, Calva J, Loyola-Gonzales E, Tataje-Napuri FE, Chávez H, Almeida-Galindo JS, Chavez-Espinoza JH, Pari-Olarte JB. The Essential Oil of Petroselinum crispum (Mill) Fuss Seeds from Peru: Phytotoxic Activity and In Silico Evaluation on the Target Enzyme of the Glyphosate Herbicide. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 12:2288. [PMID: 37375914 DOI: 10.3390/plants12122288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2023] [Revised: 05/25/2023] [Accepted: 06/03/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023]
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Petroselinum crispum (Mill) Fuss is an aromatic plant belonging to the Apiaceae family and used in gastronomy as a spice. Several studies have been developed in leaves but studies are limited in seeds, especially the essential oils obtained from seeds. The aim of this study was to determine the phytochemical profile of the volatile compounds of this essential oil by gas-chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) in order to evaluate its phytotoxic activity on Lactuca sativa seeds and to carry out an in silico analysis on the target enzyme of the herbicide glyphosate 5-enolpyruvylshikimate 3-phosphate synthase (EPSP). The essential oil was obtained by steam distillation for two hours and then was injected into a GC-MS, the phytotoxic assay was carried out on Lactuca seeds and the in silico evaluation on the EPSP synthase focused on the volatile compounds similar to glyphosate, docking analysis, and molecular dynamics to establish the protein-ligand stability of the most active molecule. The chromatographic analysis revealed 47 compounds, predominated by three compounds with the most abundant percentage in the total content (1,3,8-ρ-menthatriene (22.59%); apiole (22.41%); and β-phellandrene (15.02%)). The phytotoxic activity demonstrated that the essential oil had a high activity at 5% against L. sativa seed germination, inhibition of root length, and hypocotyl length, which is comparable to 2% glyphosate. The molecular docking on EPSP synthase revealed that trans-p-menth-6-en-2,8-diol had a high affinity with the enzyme EPSP synthase and a better stability during the molecular dynamic. According to the results, the essential oil of P. crispum seeds presented a phytotoxic activity and might be useful as a bioherbicide agent against weeds.
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- Oscar Herrera-Calderon
- Department of Pharmacology, Bromatology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy and Biochemistry, Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, Lima 15001, Peru
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- Pharmaceutical Medicinal Chemistry & Drug Design Department, Faculty of Pharmacy (Boys), Al-Azhar University, Cairo 11884, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, University of Baghdad, Bab-Almouadam, Baghdad 10001, Iraq
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- Chemistry Department, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al-Ain P.O. Box 15551, United Arab Emirates
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- Departamento de Química, Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja, Loja 1101608, Ecuador
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Science, Faculty of Pharmacy and Biochemistry, Universidad Nacional San Luis Gonzaga, Ica 11001, Peru
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- Departamento de Ciencias Comunitarias de la Facultad de Odontología, Universidad Nacional San Luis Gonzaga, Ica 11001, Peru
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy and Biochemistry, Universidad Nacional San Luis Gonzaga, Ica 11001, Peru
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy and Biochemistry, Universidad Nacional San Luis Gonzaga, Ica 11001, Peru
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy and Biochemistry, Universidad Nacional San Luis Gonzaga, Ica 11001, Peru
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Xue L, Li X, Zhu X, Zhang J, Zhou S, Tang W, Chen D, Chen Y, Dai J, Wu M, Wu M, Wang S. Carbon tetrachloride exposure induces ovarian damage through oxidative stress and inflammatory mediated ovarian fibrosis. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2022; 242:113859. [PMID: 35816842 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2022.113859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2022] [Revised: 07/02/2022] [Accepted: 07/03/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
Abstract
Carbon tetrachloride (CCL4) is widely used as a chemical intermediate and as a feedstock in the production of chlorofluorocarbons. CCL4 is highly toxic in the liver, kidney, testicle, brain and other tissues. However, the effect of CCL4 on ovarian function has not been reported. In this study, we found that the mice treated with CCL4 showed decreased ovarian function with disturbed estrus cycle, decreased serum level of 17β-estradiol and the reduced number of healthy follicles. Ovarian damage was accompanied by oxidative stress and the production of proinflammatory cytokines, especially interleukins. The indicators of oxidative stress, 4-Hydroxynonenal (4-HNE), 8-hydroxy-2´-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG), 3-Nitrotyrosine (3-NT) and malondialdehyde (MDA), and the levels of proinflammatory cytokines IL-1α, IL-1β, IL-6 and IL-11 were increased, while the antioxidants, including superoxide dismutase (SOD), nuclear factor erythroid2-related factor 2 (NRF2) and heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1), were decreased in the CCL4 group. In the CCL4 treated group, the results of Sirius Red staining, immunohistochemistry and qPCR indicated that proinflammatory cytokines caused further ovarian fibrosis. And CCL4 could also promote ovarian thecal cells to secrete inflammatory cytokines, resulting in fibrosis in vitro. In addition, CCL4 inhibited oocyte development and triggered oocyte apoptosis. In conclusion, CCL4 exposure causes ovarian damage by strong oxidative stress and the high expression of the proinflammatory cytokine mediated ovarian fibrosis.
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- Liru Xue
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Xiehe Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China
| | - Dan Chen
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, 430030 Wuhan, Hubei, China.
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