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Vieira TM, Barco JG, de Souza SL, Santos ALO, Daoud I, Rahali S, Amdouni N, Bastos JK, Martins CHG, Ben Said R, Crotti AEM. In Vitro and In Silico Studies of the Antimicrobial Activity of Prenylated Phenylpropanoids of Green Propolis and Their Derivatives against Oral Bacteria. Antibiotics (Basel) 2024; 13:787. [PMID: 39200088 PMCID: PMC11352038 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics13080787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2024] [Revised: 08/14/2024] [Accepted: 08/17/2024] [Indexed: 09/01/2024] Open
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Artepillin C, drupanin, and plicatin B are prenylated phenylpropanoids that naturally occur in Brazilian green propolis. In this study, these compounds and eleven of their derivatives were synthesized and evaluated for their in vitro antimicrobial activity against a representative panel of oral bacteria in terms of their minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) values. Plicatin B (2) and its hydrogenated derivative 8 (2',3',7,8-tetrahydro-plicatin B) were the most active compounds. Plicatin B (2) displayed strong activity against all the bacteria tested, with an MIC of 31.2 μg/mL against Streptococcus mutans, S. sanguinis, and S. mitis. On the other hand, compound 8 displayed strong activity against S. mutans, S. salivarius, S. sobrinus, Lactobacillus paracasei (MIC = 62.5 μg/mL), and S. mitis (MIC = 31.2 μg/mL), as well as moderate activity against Enterococcus faecalis and S. sanguinis (MIC = 125 μg/mL). Compounds 2 and 8 displayed bactericidal effects (MBC: MIC ≤ 4) against all the tested bacteria. In silico studies showed that the complexes formed by compounds 2 and 8 with the S. mitis, S. sanguinis, and S. mutans targets (3LE0, 4N82, and 3AIC, respectively) had energy score values similar to those of the native S. mitis, S. sanguinis, and S. mutans ligands due to the formation of strong hydrogen bonds. Moreover, all the estimated physicochemical parameters satisfied the drug-likeness criteria without violating the Lipinski, Veber, and Egan rules, so these compounds are not expected to cause problems with oral bioavailability and pharmacokinetics. Compounds 2 and 8 also had suitable ADMET parameters, as the online server pkCSM calculates. These results make compounds 2 and 8 good candidates as antibacterial agents against oral bacteria.
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- Tatiana M. Vieira
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Philosophy, Science and Letters at Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto 14040-901, SP, Brazil; (T.M.V.); (J.G.B.)
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Philosophy, Science and Letters at Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto 14040-901, SP, Brazil; (T.M.V.); (J.G.B.)
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- Department of Microbiology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia 38405320, MG, Brazil; (S.L.d.S.); (A.L.O.S.); (C.H.G.M.)
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- Department of Microbiology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia 38405320, MG, Brazil; (S.L.d.S.); (A.L.O.S.); (C.H.G.M.)
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- Department of Matter Sciences, University Mohamed Khider, BP 145 RP, Biskra 07000, Algeria;
- Laboratory of Natural and Bio-Active Substances, Faculty of Science, Tlemcen University, Tlemcen P.O. Box 119, Algeria
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Qassim University, Qassim 51452, Saudi Arabia;
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- Laboratoire de Caractérisations, Applications et Modélisations des Matériaux, Faculté des Sciences de Tunis, Université Tunis El Manar, Tunis 1068, Tunisia;
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto 14040-903, SP, Brazil;
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- Department of Microbiology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia 38405320, MG, Brazil; (S.L.d.S.); (A.L.O.S.); (C.H.G.M.)
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Qassim University, Qassim 51452, Saudi Arabia;
- Laboratoire de Caractérisations, Applications et Modélisations des Matériaux, Faculté des Sciences de Tunis, Université Tunis El Manar, Tunis 1068, Tunisia;
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Philosophy, Science and Letters at Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto 14040-901, SP, Brazil; (T.M.V.); (J.G.B.)
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Mountford-McAuley R, Robertson A, Taylor M, Clavijo McCormick A. Characterisation of New Zealand Propolis from Different Regions Based on Its Volatile Organic Compounds. Molecules 2024; 29:3143. [PMID: 38999095 PMCID: PMC11243487 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29133143] [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: 06/11/2024] [Revised: 06/20/2024] [Accepted: 06/20/2024] [Indexed: 07/14/2024] Open
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Propolis is a bee product mainly consisting of plant resins and is used by bees to maintain the structural integrity of the colony. Propolis is known to contribute to bee health via its antimicrobial activity and is a valued product for human use owing to its nutritional and medicinal properties. Propolis is often characterised into seven categories depending on the resin source. New Zealand propolis is typically assumed as being poplar-type propolis, but few studies have chemically characterised New Zealand propolis to confirm or reject this assumption. Here, for the first time, we characterise propolis originating from different regions in New Zealand based on its volatile organic compounds, using gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry (GC-MS). To support this characterisation, we also collected and analysed resin samples from a variety of resin-producing plants (both native to New Zealand and introduced). Our findings suggest that bees mainly use poplar as a resin source, but also utilize native plant species to produce propolis. While regional variation did not allow for clear separation between samples, some patterns emerged, with samples from some regions having more chemical complexity and a higher contribution from native species (as suggested by a higher number of compounds unique to native species resin). Further studies are needed to accurately identify the botanical sources contributing to these samples. It may be also of interest to explore the biological activity of regional propolis samples and their potential nutritional or medicinal benefits.
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- Ruby Mountford-McAuley
- School of Food Technology & Natural Sciences, Massey University, Palmerston North 4410, New Zealand
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- School of Food Technology & Natural Sciences, Massey University, Palmerston North 4410, New Zealand
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- The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, Hamilton 3214, New Zealand
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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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Chuttong B, Lim K, Praphawilai P, Danmek K, Maitip J, Vit P, Wu MC, Ghosh S, Jung C, Burgett M, Hongsibsong S. Exploring the Functional Properties of Propolis, Geopropolis, and Cerumen, with a Special Emphasis on Their Antimicrobial Effects. Foods 2023; 12:3909. [PMID: 37959028 PMCID: PMC10648409 DOI: 10.3390/foods12213909] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Revised: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/19/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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Bee propolis has been touted as a natural antimicrobial agent with the potential to replace antibiotics. Numerous reports and reviews have highlighted the functionalities and applications of the natural compound. Despite much clamor for the downstream application of propolis, there remain many grounds to cover, especially in the upstream production, and factors affecting the quality of the propolis. Moreover, geopropolis and cerumen, akin to propolis, hold promise for diverse human applications, yet their benefits and intricate manufacturing processes remain subjects of intensive research. Specialized cement bees are pivotal in gathering and transporting plant resins from suitable sources to their nests. Contrary to common belief, these resins are directly applied within the hive, smoothed out by cement bees, and blended with beeswax and trace components to create raw propolis. Beekeepers subsequently harvest and perform the extraction of the raw propolis to form the final propolis extract that is sold on the market. As a result of the production process, intrinsic and extrinsic factors, such as botanical origins, bee species, and the extraction process, have a direct impact on the quality of the final propolis extract. Towards the end of this paper, a section is dedicated to highlighting the antimicrobial potency of propolis extract.
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- Bajaree Chuttong
- Meliponini and Apini Research Laboratory, Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology, Faculty of Agriculture, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand; (P.P.); (M.B.)
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- ES-TA Technology Pte Ltd., Singapore 368819, Singapore;
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- Meliponini and Apini Research Laboratory, Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology, Faculty of Agriculture, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand; (P.P.); (M.B.)
- Office of Research Administration, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- School of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Phayao, Phayao 56000, Thailand;
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- Faculty of Science, Energy and Environment, King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok, Rayong Campus, Bankhai, Rayong 21120, Thailand;
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- Apitherapy and Bioactivity, Food Science Department, Faculty of Pharmacy and Bioanalysis, Universidad de Los Andes, Merida 5001, Venezuela;
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- Department of Entomology, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, National Chung Hsing University, Taichung 40227, Taiwan;
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- Agriculture Science and Technology Research Institute, Andong National University, Andong 36729, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Plant Medical, Andong National University, Andong 36729, Republic of Korea;
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- Meliponini and Apini Research Laboratory, Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology, Faculty of Agriculture, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand; (P.P.); (M.B.)
- Department of Horticulture, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331, USA
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- School of Health Sciences Research, Research Institute for Health Sciences, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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Berretta AA, Zamarrenho LG, Correa JA, De Lima JA, Borini GB, Ambrósio SR, Barud HDS, Bastos JK, De Jong D. Development and Characterization of New Green Propolis Extract Formulations as Promising Candidates to Substitute for Green Propolis Hydroalcoholic Extract. Molecules 2023; 28:molecules28083510. [PMID: 37110745 PMCID: PMC10145546 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28083510] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2023] [Revised: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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The technologies used to produce the different dosage forms of propolis can selectively affect the original propolis compounds and their biological activities. The most common type of propolis extract is hydroethanolic. However, there is considerable demand for ethanol-free propolis presentations, including stable powder forms. Three propolis extract formulations were developed and investigated for chemical composition and antioxidant and antimicrobial activity: polar propolis fraction (PPF), soluble propolis dry extract (PSDE), and microencapsulated propolis extract (MPE). The different technologies used to produce the extracts affected their physical appearance, chemical profile, and biological activity. PPF was found to contain mainly caffeic and p-Coumaric acid, while PSDE and MPE showed a chemical fingerprint closer to the original green propolis hydroalcoholic extract used. MPE, a fine powder (40% propolis in gum Arabic), was readily dispersible in water, and had less intense flavor, taste, and color than PSDE. PSDE, a fine powder (80% propolis) in maltodextrin as a carrier, was perfectly water-soluble and could be used in liquid formulations; it is transparent and has a strong bitter taste. PPF, a purified solid with large amounts of caffeic and p-Coumaric acids, had the highest antioxidant and antimicrobial activity, and therefore merits further study. PSDE and MPE had antioxidant and antimicrobial properties and could be used in products tailored to specific needs.
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- Andresa Aparecida Berretta
- Research, Development & Innovation Department, Apis Flora Industrial e Comercial Ltda., Ribeirão Preto 14020-670, SP, Brazil
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- Research, Development & Innovation Department, Apis Flora Industrial e Comercial Ltda., Ribeirão Preto 14020-670, SP, Brazil
- Faculty of Philosophy, Sciences and Letters at Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto 05508-060, SP, Brazil
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- Research, Development & Innovation Department, Apis Flora Industrial e Comercial Ltda., Ribeirão Preto 14020-670, SP, Brazil
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- Research, Development & Innovation Department, Apis Flora Industrial e Comercial Ltda., Ribeirão Preto 14020-670, SP, Brazil
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- Research, Development & Innovation Department, Apis Flora Industrial e Comercial Ltda., Ribeirão Preto 14020-670, SP, Brazil
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- Nucleus of Research in Sciences and Technolog, University of Franca, Franca 14404-600, SP, Brazil
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- Biopolymers and Biomaterials Group, University of Araraquara, Araraquara 14801-320, SP, Brazil
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto 14040-900, SP, Brazil
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- Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto 14049-900, SP, Brazil
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Segueni N, Boutaghane N, Asma ST, Tas N, Acaroz U, Arslan-Acaroz D, Shah SRA, Abdellatieff HA, Akkal S, Peñalver R, Nieto G. Review on Propolis Applications in Food Preservation and Active Packaging. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 12:1654. [PMID: 37111877 PMCID: PMC10142627 DOI: 10.3390/plants12081654] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2023] [Revised: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 04/05/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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Propolis is a natural hive product collected by honeybees from different plants and trees. The collected resins are then mixed with bee wax and secretions. Propolis has a long history of use in traditional and alternative medicine. Propolis possesses recognized antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Both properties are characteristics of food preservatives. Moreover, most propolis components, in particular flavonoids and phenolic acids, are natural constituents of food. Several studies suggest that propolis could find use as a natural food preservative. This review is focused on the potential application of propolis in the antimicrobial and antioxidant preservation of food and its possible application as new, safe, natural, and multifunctional material in food packaging. In addition, the possible influence of propolis and its used extracts on the sensory properties of food is also discussed.
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- Narimane Segueni
- Laboratory of Natural Product and Organic Synthesis, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Campus Chaabat Ersas, University Mentouri–Constantine 1, Constantine 25000, Algeria
- Faculty of Medicine, University Salah Boubnider Constantine 3, Constantine 25000, Algeria
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- Laboratoire d’Obtention des Subtances Thérapeutiques (LOST), Département de Chimie, Campus Chaabet-Ersas, Université des Frères Mentouri-Constantine 1, Constantine 25000, Algeria
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Technology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Afyon Kocatepe University, Afyonkarahisar 03200, Turkey
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Technology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Afyon Kocatepe University, Afyonkarahisar 03200, Turkey
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Technology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Afyon Kocatepe University, Afyonkarahisar 03200, Turkey
- ACR Bio Food and Biochemistry Research and Development, Afyonkarahisar 03200, Turkey
- Department of Food Hygiene and Technology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University, Bishkek KG-720038, Kyrgyzstan
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- ACR Bio Food and Biochemistry Research and Development, Afyonkarahisar 03200, Turkey
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Afyon Kocatepe University, Afyonkarahisar 03200, Turkey
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University, Bishkek KG-720038, Kyrgyzstan
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- Department of Animal Nutrition and Nutritional Diseases, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Afyon Kocatepe University, Afyonkarahisar 03200, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Damanhour University, El-Beheira, Damanhour 22514, Egypt
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- Unit of Recherche Valorisation of Natural Resources, Bioactive Molecules and Analyses Physicochemical and Biological (VARENBIOMOL), Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University Mentouri-Constantine 1, Constantine 25000, Algeria
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- Department of Food Technology, Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Regional Campus of International Excellence “Campus Mare Nostrum”, University of Murcia, Espinardo, 30071 Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Food Technology, Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Regional Campus of International Excellence “Campus Mare Nostrum”, University of Murcia, Espinardo, 30071 Murcia, Spain
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Zulkifli NA, Hassan Z, Mustafa MZ, Azman WNW, Hadie SNH, Ghani N, Mat Zin AA. The potential neuroprotective effects of stingless bee honey. Front Aging Neurosci 2023; 14:1048028. [PMID: 36846103 PMCID: PMC9945235 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2022.1048028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2022] [Accepted: 12/29/2022] [Indexed: 02/11/2023] Open
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Tropical Meliponini bees produce stingless bee honey (SBH). Studies have shown beneficial properties, including antibacterial, bacteriostatic, anti-inflammatory, neurotherapeutic, neuroprotective, wound, and sunburn healing capabilities. High phenolic acid and flavonoid concentrations offer SBH its benefits. SBH can include flavonoids, phenolic acids, ascorbic acid, tocopherol, organic acids, amino acids, and protein, depending on its botanical and geographic origins. Ursolic acid, p-coumaric acid, and gallic acid may diminish apoptotic signals in neuronal cells, such as nuclear morphological alterations and DNA fragmentation. Antioxidant activity minimizes reactive oxygen species (ROS) formation and lowers oxidative stress, inhibiting inflammation by decreasing enzymes generated during inflammation. Flavonoids in honey reduce neuroinflammation by decreasing proinflammatory cytokine and free radical production. Phytochemical components in honey, such as luteolin and phenylalanine, may aid neurological problems. A dietary amino acid, phenylalanine, may improve memory by functioning on brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) pathways. Neurotrophin BDNF binds to its major receptor, TrkB, and stimulates downstream signaling cascades, which are crucial for neurogenesis and synaptic plasticity. Through BDNF, SBH can stimulate synaptic plasticity and synaptogenesis, promoting learning and memory. Moreover, BDNF contributes to the adult brain's lasting structural and functional changes during limbic epileptogenesis by acting through the cognate receptor tyrosine receptor kinase B (TrkB). Given the higher antioxidants activity of SBH than the Apis sp. honey, it may be more therapeutically helpful. There is minimal research on SBH's neuroprotective effects, and the related pathways contribute to it is unclear. More research is needed to elucidate the underlying molecular process of SBH on BDNF/TrkB pathways in producing neuroprotective effects.
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- Nurdarina Ausi Zulkifli
- Department of Pathology, School of Medical Sciences Universiti Sains Malaysia and Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Centre for Drug Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia
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- Department of Neuroscience, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Department of Chemical Pathology, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia and Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Department of Anatomy, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Basic and Medical Sciences Unit, School of Dental Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Department of Pathology, School of Medical Sciences Universiti Sains Malaysia and Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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Barrientos‐Lezcano JC, Gallo‐Machado J, Marin‐Palacio LD, Builes S. Extraction kinetics and physicochemical characteristics of Colombian propolis. J FOOD PROCESS ENG 2023. [DOI: 10.1111/jfpe.14272] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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- Escuela de Ciencias Aplicadas e Ingeniería Universidad EAFIT Medellín Colombia
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Zuluaga-Domínguez CM, Fuenmayor CA, Quicazán MC. Bioactive Attributes and Analysis of Electronic Nose Feature Signals of Colombian Stingless Bees Propolis. Chem Biodivers 2023; 20:e202200952. [PMID: 36424344 DOI: 10.1002/cbdv.202200952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Revised: 11/23/2022] [Accepted: 11/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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The volatile and non-volatile chemical composition and bioactivity of propolis from the species Apis mellifera has been widely studied, but there is very little knowledge regarding propolis of other bee species, which ultimately hinders their differentiation and potential use. In this work, 53 propolis samples of A. mellifera and four stingless bee species (Frieseomielitta sp., Melipona eburnea, Melipona sp., and Trigona sp.) were collected in Colombia. An electronic nose with 10 metal oxide semiconductor sensors (MOS) was used to generate a pattern of the representative volatile compounds of the samples. Ethanolic extracts were obtained to assess their antioxidant activity towards DPPH radical and ABTS radical cation, total phenolics, and color (CIELAB space). The results showed an overall similarity of the aromatic profiles between species. The antioxidant activity of Frieseomielitta sp. propolis was higher than that of A. mellifera and the other species, in correspondence with a higher phenolic content. CIELAB color parameter b* was the most differentiating variable among samples, indicating a variation of propolis colors between red and yellow. By combining the data from physico-chemical analysis and aromatic profile, it was possible to differentiate the propolis from each bee species, with the exception of those from Melipona sp. and Trigona sp., indicating their similarity. These results have practical significance since they are a starting point to recognizing and valuing native stingless bee propolis and their bioactive potential, which, in addition to geographical differentiation and further quality parameters evaluation, will enhance their commercial exploitation.
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- Carlos Mario Zuluaga-Domínguez
- Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Sede Bogotá, Facultad de Ciencias Agrarias, Departamento de Desarrollo Rural y Agroalimentario, Carrera 30 # 45-03 Edificio 500, Bogotá D.C, 111321, Colombia
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- Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Sede Bogotá, Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de Alimentos, Carrera 30 # 45-03 Edificio 500, Bogotá D.C, 111321, Colombia
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- Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Sede Bogotá, Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de Alimentos, Carrera 30 # 45-03 Edificio 500, Bogotá D.C, 111321, Colombia
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Ribeiro VP, Mejia JAA, Rodrigues DM, Alves GR, de Freitas Pinheiro AM, Tanimoto MH, Bastos JK, Ambrósio SR. Brazilian Brown Propolis: an Overview About Its Chemical Composition, Botanical Sources, Quality Control, and Pharmacological Properties. REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE FARMACOGNOSIA : ORGAO OFICIAL DA SOCIEDADE BRASILEIRA DE FARMACOGNOSIA 2023; 33:288-299. [PMID: 36908300 PMCID: PMC9955532 DOI: 10.1007/s43450-023-00374-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2022] [Accepted: 02/07/2023] [Indexed: 03/14/2023]
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Brazil is one of the largest propolis producers in the world. Propolis is produced by bees from plant exudates and tissues, leading to many variations in the types of propolis. Generally, Brazilian propolis types are green, brown, and red. Despite not being the main research focus as the green and red propolis, brown propolis is the second most produced propolis type in Brazil and has tremendous economic and medicinal importance. Propolis has drawn attention with the rise in the search for healthier lifestyles, functional foods, biocosmetics, and natural products as therapeutic sources. This review covers the main chemical constituents identified in different types of Brazilian brown propolis, and their botanical sources, chemistry, and biological activities. The economic aspect of brown propolis is also presented. There are many gaps to be filled for brown propolis regarding the development of analytical methods, and quality control to allow its standardization, limiting its applicability in the food and pharmaceutical industries. Future perspectives regarding brown propolis research were discussed, especially biological activities, to support the medicinal uses of different types of brown propolis. Graphical Abstract Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s43450-023-00374-x.
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- Victor Pena Ribeiro
- Núcleo de Pesquisa Em Ciências Exatas E Tecnológicas, Universidade de Franca, Franca, SP 14404-600 Brazil
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- Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Av. Do Café, Ribeirão Preto, SP 14040-930 Brazil
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- Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Av. Do Café, Ribeirão Preto, SP 14040-930 Brazil
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- Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Av. Do Café, Ribeirão Preto, SP 14040-930 Brazil
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- Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Av. Do Café, Ribeirão Preto, SP 14040-930 Brazil
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- Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Av. Do Café, Ribeirão Preto, SP 14040-930 Brazil
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- Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Av. Do Café, Ribeirão Preto, SP 14040-930 Brazil
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- Núcleo de Pesquisa Em Ciências Exatas E Tecnológicas, Universidade de Franca, Franca, SP 14404-600 Brazil
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de Sá Assis MA, de Paula Ramos L, Abu Hasna A, de Queiroz TS, Pereira TC, Nagai de Lima PM, Berretta AA, Marcucci MC, Talge Carvalho CA, de Oliveira LD. Antimicrobial and Antibiofilm Effect of Brazilian Green Propolis Aqueous Extract against Dental Anaerobic Bacteria. Molecules 2022; 27:8128. [PMID: 36500223 PMCID: PMC9740127 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27238128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2022] [Revised: 11/11/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Green propolis may represent a promising therapeutic alternative against dental anaerobic pathogens because of its antimicrobial action. This study aimed to evaluate the antimicrobial and antibiofilm actions of Brazilian green propolis aqueous extract (BGP-AqExt) against dental anaerobic bacteria. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum microbicide concentration (MMC) of the extract were determined against the standard strains (ATCC) of Fusobacterium nucleatum, Parvimonas micra, Prevotella intermedia, Porphyromonas gingivalis and Porphyromonas endodontalis. BGP-AqExt was chemically characterized by high-performance liquid chromatography with diode-array detection (HPLC-DAD) analysis. Antibiofilm action was measured by MTT and crystal violet tests. The data were statistically analyzed by ANOVA and Tukey (5%) tests. The extract had antimicrobial action against all tested anaerobic bacteria, with an MIC value of 55 mg/mL for all bacteria, an MMC of 27.5 mg/mL for F. nucleatum and P. micra and 55 mg/mL for P. intermedia. Chemically, BGP-AqExt is composed of quercetin, gallic acid, caffeic and p-coumaric acid, drupani, kaempferol and Artepillin C. Significant reductions in biomass and metabolic action of biofilms were found after BGP-AqExt application. Therefore, BGP-AqExt has an antimicrobial and antibiofilm effect against dental anaerobic bacteria.
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- Maria Angélica de Sá Assis
- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, Brazil
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- Research and Development Laboratory, Apis Flora Industrial e Comercial Ltda., Rua Triunfo, 945, Ribeirão Preto 14020-670, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, Brazil
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Gupta P, Singh A, Singh N, Ali F, Tyagi A, Shanmugam SK. Healing Potential of Propolis Extract– Passiflora edulis Seed Oil Emulgel Against Excisional Wound: Biochemical, Histopathological, and Cytokines Level Evidence. Assay Drug Dev Technol 2022; 20:300-316. [DOI: 10.1089/adt.2022.075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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- Puneet Gupta
- Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University, Noida, India
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- I.T.S. College of Pharmacy (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow), Ghaziabad, India
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- I.T.S. College of Pharmacy (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow), Ghaziabad, India
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- Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority, Gaborone, Botswana
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- I.T.S. College of Pharmacy (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow), Ghaziabad, India
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- I.T.S. College of Pharmacy (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow), Ghaziabad, India
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Pereira L, Cunha A, Almeida-Aguiar C. Portuguese propolis from Caramulo as a biocontrol agent of the apple blue mold. Food Control 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2022.109071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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The Oral Wound Healing Potential of Thai Propolis Based on Its Antioxidant Activity and Stimulation of Oral Fibroblast Migration and Proliferation. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2022; 2022:3503164. [PMID: 35664934 PMCID: PMC9162842 DOI: 10.1155/2022/3503164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2022] [Revised: 04/03/2022] [Accepted: 04/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Introduction. Propolis has demonstrated wound healing effects. Propolis’ effects vary based on its composition and geographical origin. However, there are few reports on the effects of propolis on oral wound healing. The aim of this study was to evaluate the antioxidant and in vitro gingival wound healing effects of the n-hexane extract of propolis (HEP), ethyl acetate extract of propolis (EEP), and aqueous extract of propolis (AEP) fractions of the ethanol extract of Thai propolis. Materials and Methods. The crude ethanol extract of propolis was obtained by maceration with 95% ethanol that was sequentially fractionated with hexane, ethyl acetate, and distilled water. The chemical profiles of the samples were assessed by thin-layer chromatography (TLC) and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). Antioxidant activity was determined using DPPH and FRAP assays. The effects of the propolis fractions on human gingival fibroblast (HGF) proliferation, migration, and in vitro wound healing were determined by MTT, modified Boyden chamber, and scratch assay, respectively. Results. We found that solvent polarity greatly affected the extract yield and TLC profiles. The highest extract yield was found in HEP (38.88%), followed by EEP (19.8%) and AEP (1.42%). TLC revealed 7 spots in the crude ethanol extract (Rf 0.36–0.80), 6 spots in HEP (Rf 0.42–0.80) and EEP (Rf 0.36–0.72), and 4 spots in AEP (Rf 0.17–0.79). GC-MS analysis revealed a high amount of triterpenoids in HEP (82.97%) compared with EEP (28.96%). However, no triterpenoid was found in AEP. The highest antioxidant activity and stimulation of HGF proliferation were observed in HEP, followed by EEP and AEP. HEP and EEP, but not AEP, enhanced HGF migration. However, all propolis fractions induced wound closure. Conclusions. HEP contained a large amount of triterpenoids. Antioxidant and in vitro wound closure effects were found in HEP, EEP, and AEP fractions.
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Pant K, Thakur M, Chopra HK, Dar BN, Nanda V. Assessment of fatty acids, amino acids, minerals, and thermal properties of bee propolis from Northern India using a multivariate approach. J Food Compost Anal 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jfca.2022.104624] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Neme Afata T, Nemo R, Ishete N, Terefe G, Dekebo A. Phytochemical Investigation, Physicochemical Characterization, and Antimicrobial Activities of Ethiopian Propolis. ARAB J CHEM 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.arabjc.2022.103931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/02/2022] Open
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Javed S, Mangla B, Ahsan W. From propolis to nanopropolis: An exemplary journey and a paradigm shift of a resinous substance produced by bees. Phytother Res 2022; 36:2016-2041. [PMID: 35259776 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.7435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2021] [Revised: 02/16/2022] [Accepted: 02/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Propolis, a natural resinous mixture produced by honey bees is poised with diverse biological activities. Owing to the presence of flavonoids, phenolic acids, terpenes, and sesquiterpenes, propolis has garnered versatile applications in pharmaceutical industry. The biopharmaceutical issues associated with propolis often beset its use as being too hydrophobic in nature; it is not absorbed in the body well. To combat the problem, various nanotechnological approaches for the development of novel drug delivery systems are generally applied to improve its bioavailability. This paradigm shift and transition of conventional propolis to nanopropolis are evident from the literature wherein a multitude of studies are available on nanopropolis with improved bioavailability profile. These approaches include preparation of gold nanoparticles, silver nanoparticles, magnetic nanoparticles, liposomes, liquid crystalline formulations, solid lipid nanoparticles, mesoporous silica nanoparticles, etc. Nanopropolis has further been explored to assess the potential benefits of propolis for the development of futuristic useful products such as sunscreens, creams, mouthwashes, toothpastes, and nutritional supplements with improved solubility, bioavailability, and penetration profiles. However, more high-quality clinical studies assessing the effects of propolis either alone or in combination with synthetic drugs as well as natural products are warranted and its safety needs to be firmly established.
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- Shamama Javed
- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU), New Delhi, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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Laaroussi H, Ferreira-Santos P, Genisheva Z, Bakour M, Ousaaid D, Teixeira JA, Lyoussi B. Unraveling the chemical composition, antioxidant, α-amylase and α-glucosidase inhibition of Moroccan propolis. FOOD BIOSCI 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fbio.2021.101160] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Guler HI, Tatar G, Yildiz O, Belduz AO, Kolayli S. Investigation of potential inhibitor properties of ethanolic propolis extracts against ACE-II receptors for COVID-19 treatment by molecular docking study. Arch Microbiol 2021; 203:3557-3564. [PMID: 33950349 PMCID: PMC8098016 DOI: 10.1007/s00203-021-02351-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2020] [Revised: 04/22/2021] [Accepted: 04/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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The angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE)-related carboxypeptidase, ACE-II, is a type I integral membrane protein of 805 amino acids that contains 1 HEXXH-E zinc binding consensus sequence. ACE-II has been implicated in the regulation of heart function and also as a functional receptor for the coronavirus that causes the severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). In this study, the potential of some flavonoids presents in propolis to bind to ACE-II receptors was calculated with in silico. Binding constants of ten flavonoids, caffeic acid, caffeic acid phenethyl ester, chrysin, galangin, myricetin, rutin, hesperetin, pinocembrin, luteolin and quercetin were measured using the AutoDock 4.2 molecular docking program. And also, these binding constants were compared to reference ligand of MLN-4760. The results are shown that rutin has the best inhibition potentials among the studied molecules with high binding energy − 8.04 kcal/mol, and it is followed by myricetin, quercetin, caffeic acid phenethyl ester and hesperetin. However, the reference molecule has binding energy of – 7.24 kcal/mol. In conclusion, the high potential of flavonoids in ethanolic propolis extracts to bind to ACE-II receptors indicates that this natural bee product has high potential for COVID-19 treatment, but this needs to be supported by experimental studies.
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- Halil Ibrahim Guler
- Faculty of Science, Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Karadeniz Technical University, 61080, Trabzon, Turkey.
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics, Karadeniz Technical University, 61080, Trabzon, Turkey
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Basic Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Biochemistry, Karadeniz Technical University, 61080, Trabzon, Turkey
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- Faculty of Science, Department of Biology, Karadeniz Technical University, 61080, Trabzon, Turkey
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- Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry, Karadeniz Technical University, 61080, Trabzon, Turkey
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Silveira MAD, De Jong D, Berretta AA, Galvão EBDS, Ribeiro JC, Cerqueira-Silva T, Amorim TC, Conceição LFMRD, Gomes MMD, Teixeira MB, Souza SPD, Santos MHCAD, San Martin RLA, Silva MDO, Lírio M, Moreno L, Sampaio JCM, Mendonça R, Ultchak SS, Amorim FS, Ramos JGR, Batista PBP, Guarda SNFD, Mendes AVA, Passos RDH. Efficacy of Brazilian green propolis (EPP-AF®) as an adjunct treatment for hospitalized COVID-19 patients: A randomized, controlled clinical trial. Biomed Pharmacother 2021; 138:111526. [PMID: 34311528 PMCID: PMC7980186 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2021.111526] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2021] [Revised: 03/06/2021] [Accepted: 03/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Background Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) promotes challenging immune and inflammatory phenomena. Though various therapeutic possibilities have been tested against coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), the most adequate treatment has not yet been established. Propolis is a natural product with considerable evidence of immunoregulatory and anti-inflammatory activities, and experimental data point to potential against viral targets. We hypothesized that propolis can reduce the negative effects of COVID-19. Methods In a randomized, controlled, open-label, single-center trial, hospitalized adult COVID-19 patients were treated with a standardized green propolis extract (EPP-AF®️) as an adjunct therapy. Patients were allocated to receive standard care plus an oral dose of 400 mg or 800 mg/day of green propolis for seven days, or standard care alone. Standard care included all necessary interventions, as determined by the attending physician. The primary end point was the time to clinical improvement, defined as the length of hospital stay or oxygen therapy dependency duration. Secondary outcomes included acute kidney injury and need for intensive care or vasoactive drugs. Patients were followed for 28 days after admission. Results We enrolled 124 patients; 40 were assigned to EPP-AF®️ 400 mg/day, 42 to EPP-AF®️ 800 mg/day, and 42 to the control group. The length of hospital stay post-intervention was shorter in both propolis groups than in the control group; lower dose, median 7 days versus 12 days (95% confidence interval [CI] −6.23 to −0.07; p = 0.049) and higher dose, median 6 days versus 12 days (95% CI −7.00 to −1.09; p = 0.009). Propolis did not significantly affect the need for oxygen supplementation. In the high dose propolis group, there was a lower rate of acute kidney injury than in the controls (4.8 vs 23.8%), (odds ratio [OR] 0.18; 95% CI 0.03–0.84; p = 0.048). No patient had propolis treatment discontinued due to adverse events. Conclusions Addition of propolis to the standard care procedures resulted in clinical benefits for the hospitalized COVID-19 patients, especially evidenced by a reduction in the length of hospital stay. Consequently, we conclude that propolis can reduce the impact of COVID-19.
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- Marcelo Augusto Duarte Silveira
- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil.
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- Genetics Department, Ribeirão Preto School of Medicine, University of São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP 14049-900, Brazil
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- Research, Development and Innovation Department, Apis Flora Indl. Coml. Ltda, Rua Triunfo 945, Subsetor Sul 3, Ribeirão Preto, SP 14020-670, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil; Universidade de Salvador - UNIFACS, Avenida Luís Viana, 3100-3146 Pituaçu, Imbuí, Salvador 41720-200, BA, Brazil; Escola Bahiana de Medicina e Saúde Pública, EBMSP, Av. Dom João VI, 275 - Brotas, Salvador 40290-000, BA, Brazil
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- Instituto Gonçalo Moniz, Fundação Oswaldo Cruz (FIOCRUZ), Rua Waldemar Falcão 121, Candeal, Salvador 40296-710, BA, Brazil; School of Medicine, Federal University of Bahia, Rua Augusto Viana s/n, Canela, Salvador 40110-909, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil; Escola Bahiana de Medicina e Saúde Pública, EBMSP, Av. Dom João VI, 275 - Brotas, Salvador 40290-000, BA, Brazil; Universidade do Estado da Bahia (UNEB), Rua Silveira Martin 2555, Cabula, Salvador 41150-000, BA , Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil; Escola Bahiana de Medicina e Saúde Pública, EBMSP, Av. Dom João VI, 275 - Brotas, Salvador 40290-000, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil; School of Medicine, Federal University of Bahia, Rua Augusto Viana s/n, Canela, Salvador 40110-909, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael 2152, São Marcos, Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
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The amino acid profile of broiler chicken meat after dietary administration of bee products and probiotics. Biologia (Bratisl) 2020. [DOI: 10.2478/s11756-020-00451-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Wezgowiec J, Wieczynska A, Wieckiewicz W, Kulbacka J, Saczko J, Pachura N, Wieckiewicz M, Gancarz R, Wilk KA. Polish Propolis-Chemical Composition and Biological Effects in Tongue Cancer Cells and Macrophages. Molecules 2020; 25:molecules25102426. [PMID: 32455950 PMCID: PMC7287845 DOI: 10.3390/molecules25102426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2020] [Revised: 05/19/2020] [Accepted: 05/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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The purpose of this study was to compare the chemical composition and biological properties of Polish propolis. Ethanol, ethanol-hexane, hexane and hexane-ethanol extracts of propolis from three different regions of Poland were prepared. On the basis of the evaluation of their chemical composition as well as the extraction yield and free radical scavenging activity, the ethanol and hexane-ethanol extractions were proposed as the most effective methods. Subsequently, the biological properties of the extracts were evaluated to investigate the selectivity of an anticancer effect on tongue cancer cells in comparison to normal gingival fibroblasts. The obtained products demonstrated anticancer activity against tongue cancer cells. Additionally, when the lowest extract concentration (100 µg/mL) was applied, they were not cytotoxic to gingival fibroblasts. Finally, a possible anti-inflammatory potential of the prepared products was revealed, as reduced mitochondrial activity and proliferation of macrophages exposed to the extracts were observed. The results obtained indicate a potential of Polish propolis as a natural product with cancer-selective toxicity and anti-inflammatory effect. However, further studies are still needed to thoroughly explain the molecular mechanisms of its action and to obtain the promising health benefits of this versatile natural product.
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- Joanna Wezgowiec
- Department of Experimental Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-425 Wroclaw, Poland;
- Correspondence: (J.W.); (W.W.)
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- Department of Engineering and Technology of Chemical Processes, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, 50-370 Wroclaw, Poland; (A.W.); (R.G.); (K.A.W.)
- Institute of Genetics and Microbiology, University of Wroclaw, 51-148 Wroclaw, Poland
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- Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-425 Wroclaw, Poland
- Correspondence: (J.W.); (W.W.)
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- Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-556 Wroclaw, Poland; (J.K.); (J.S.)
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- Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-556 Wroclaw, Poland; (J.K.); (J.S.)
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- Department of Chemistry, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, 50-375 Wroclaw, Poland;
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- Department of Experimental Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-425 Wroclaw, Poland;
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- Department of Engineering and Technology of Chemical Processes, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, 50-370 Wroclaw, Poland; (A.W.); (R.G.); (K.A.W.)
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- Department of Engineering and Technology of Chemical Processes, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, 50-370 Wroclaw, Poland; (A.W.); (R.G.); (K.A.W.)
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El Adaouia Taleb R, Djebli N, Chenini H, Sahin H, Kolayli S. In vivo and in vitro anti-diabetic activity of ethanolic propolis extract. J Food Biochem 2020; 44:e13267. [PMID: 32378224 DOI: 10.1111/jfbc.13267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2020] [Revised: 03/20/2020] [Accepted: 04/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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The study investigated whether ethanolic propolis extract would exhibit an anti-diabetic effect in rats. The animals were divided into four groups of five rats each. Diabetic rats received 30% or 15% propolis extract at a dosage of 0.5 ml/100 g for 4 weeks. Data for the diabetic groups treated with 30% and 15% propolis showed a decrease in blood sugar levels from 393 ± 192.7 to 154 ± 28.0 mg/dl and from 386 ± 141.1 to 331.5 ± 123.74 mg/dl, respectively. Compared with the diabetic control group, an improvement was observed in both groups treated with propolis at the pancreatic, hepatic, and renal tissue levels. Antioxidant capacity, phenolic analysis, and the inhibition of α-amylase and α-glucosidase were also tested using the propolis samples to support in vivo data. Chrysin and caffeic acid phenyl ester were the dominant phenolics. The IC50 results for α-amylase (0.62 ± 0.00 μg/ml) and α-glucosidase (40.40 ± 0.09 μg/ml) were also encouraging. PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS: Bee products, non-synthetic compounds including propolis, are of great interest due to their potential therapeutic effects in metabolic disorders. The current study was designed and is now reported in order to confirm this potential benefit. The results obtained indicate that the higher concentration (30%) of ethanolic propolis extract exhibited excellent potential anti-diabetic activity by reducing blood sugar levels in diabetic rats. In addition, compared to the diabetic rat group, this extract exhibited a promising effect on the pancreatic, hepatic, and renal tissues of the propolis-treated groups. The current results indicate that propolis is a remarkable natural product with clinical potential in the treatment of diabetic disease.
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- Rabia El Adaouia Taleb
- Laboratory of Pharmacognosy & Api-Phytotherapy (LPAP), University of Mostaganem, Mostaganem, Algeria
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- Laboratory of Pharmacognosy & Api-Phytotherapy (LPAP), University of Mostaganem, Mostaganem, Algeria
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- Laboratory of Pharmacognosy & Api-Phytotherapy (LPAP), University of Mostaganem, Mostaganem, Algeria
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- Espiye Vocational School, Giresun University, Giresun, Turkey
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- Faculty of Sciences, Department of Chemistry, Karadeniz Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey
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In Vitro Evaluation of the Potential Use of Propolis as a Multitarget Therapeutic Product: Physicochemical Properties, Chemical Composition, and Immunomodulatory, Antibacterial, and Anticancer Properties. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2019; 2019:4836378. [PMID: 31915694 PMCID: PMC6930758 DOI: 10.1155/2019/4836378] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2019] [Accepted: 11/25/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Propolis is a resin that honeybees produce by mixing saliva and beeswax with exudate gathered from botanical sources. The present in vitro study investigated the potential use of propolis as a multitarget therapeutic product and the physicochemical properties, chemical composition, and immunomodulatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and anticancer properties of a propolis extract from the northern Morocco region (PNM). Pinocembrin, chrysin, and quercetin were the main phenolic compounds of PNM as measured in HPLC. The PNM showed significant inhibitory effects against all tested Gram-positive and Gram-negative strains and showed high antioxidant activities by scavenging free radicals with IC50 (DPPH = 0.02, ABTS = 0.04, and FRAP = 0.04 mg/ml). In addition, PNM induced a dose-dependent cytostatic effect in MCF-7, HCT, and THP-1 cell lines at noncytotoxic concentrations with IC50 values of 479.22, 108.88, and 50.54 μg/ml, respectively. The production of tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and interleukin-6 (IL-6) was decreased in a dose-dependent manner in LPS-stimulated human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMNCs), whereas the production of the anti-inflammatory interleukin-10 (IL-10) was increased in a dose-dependent manner reaching 15-fold compared to the levels measured in untreated PBMNCs. Overall, the results showed that the traditionally known multitarget therapeutic properties of the PNM seem to be mediated, at least in part, through cytostatic, antibacterial, and immunomodulatory effects.
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Comparative evaluation of maceration, microwave and ultrasonic-assisted extraction of phenolic compounds from propolis. Journal of Food Science and Technology 2019; 57:70-78. [PMID: 31975709 DOI: 10.1007/s13197-019-04031-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Revised: 08/05/2019] [Accepted: 08/13/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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The aim of this study was to compare different techniques in order to achieve a high extraction of phenolic compounds from propolis. For this purpose, it was investigated the use of double maceration (24 h at room temperature with continuous agitation at 250 rpm), double microwave treatments (1 min at 140 W) and double ultrasound-assisted extraction (15 min at 20 kHz) using 70% ethanol. The extraction efficiency was measured based on extraction yield, total phenolic content, flavones and flavonol content, and flavanone and dihydroflavonol content. The ultrasonic extraction had an extraction yield higher than microwave extraction and maceration. The yield of the propolis ranged between samples and between the years of propolis harvesting. Of the twelve quantified phenolic compounds, p-coumaric acid was the most abundant (271.65 mg/g propolis).
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Camuri IJ, Costa AB, Ito AS, Pazin WM. pH and Charge Effects Behind the Interaction of Artepillin C, the Major Component of Green Propolis, With Amphiphilic Aggregates: Optical Absorption and Fluorescence Spectroscopy Studies. Photochem Photobiol 2019; 95:1345-1351. [DOI: 10.1111/php.13128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2018] [Revised: 04/24/2019] [Accepted: 05/14/2019] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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- Isamara Julia Camuri
- Department of Physics, Faculty of Philosophy, Sciences and Letters of Ribeirão Preto University of São Paulo (USP) Ribeirão Preto SP Brazil
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Philosophy, Sciences and Letters of Ribeirão Preto University of São Paulo (USP) Ribeirão Preto SP Brazil
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Philosophy, Sciences and Letters of Ribeirão Preto University of São Paulo (USP) Ribeirão Preto SP Brazil
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- Department of Physics, School of Sciences and Technology São Paulo State University (UNESP) Presidente Prudente SP Brazil
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Carvalho CD, Fernandes WHC, Mouttinho TBF, Souza DMD, Marcucci MC, D’Alpino PHP. Evidence-Based Studies and Perspectives of the Use of Brazilian Green and Red Propolis in Dentistry. Eur J Dent 2019; 13:459-465. [PMID: 31795009 PMCID: PMC6890504 DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1700598] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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This review analyzes the evidence and perspectives of dental use of the green and red propolis produced in Brazil by Apis mellifera L. Multiple applications of propolis were found considering its antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, antiviral, and healing properties. Its therapeutic effects are mainly due to the presence of alcohols, aldehydes, aliphatic acids, aliphatic esters, amino acids, aromatic acids, aromatic esters, flavonoids, hydrocarbyl esters, ethers, fatty acids, ketones, terpenes, steroids, and sugars. Propolis has been mainly used in dentistry in the composition of dentifrices and mouthwashes. Studies have also demonstrated promising use against dentin hypersensitivity, root canal treatment, Candida albicans, and other microorganisms. Overall review of the literature presented here demonstrated that both Brazilian green and red propolis are effective for the problems of multiple etiologies that affect the oral cavity in different dental specialties.
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- Laboratory of Natural Products and Chemometrics, Programa de Pós-Graduação Stricto sensu em Farmácia, Universidade Anhanguera de São Paulo (UNIAN-SP), São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
- Programa de Pós-Graduação Stricto sensu em Biotecnologia e Inovação em Saúde, Universidade Anhanguera de São Paulo (UNIAN-SP), São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação Stricto sensu em Biotecnologia e Inovação em Saúde, Universidade Anhanguera de São Paulo (UNIAN-SP), São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
- Programa de Pós-Graduação Stricto sensu em Ensino de Ciências em Saúde, Universidade Anhanguera de São Paulo (UNIAN-SP), São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Olegário LS, Andrade JKS, Andrade GRS, Denadai M, Cavalcanti RL, da Silva MAAP, Narain N. Chemical characterization of four Brazilian brown propolis: An insight in tracking of its geographical location of production and quality control. Food Res Int 2019; 123:481-502. [PMID: 31284998 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2019.04.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2019] [Revised: 03/27/2019] [Accepted: 04/02/2019] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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The aim of this work was to undertake a detailed analysis on chemical constituents of brown propolis, originating from four different states (Bahia, Minas Gerais, Paraná and Sergipe) of Brazil. The volatile profile was determined by using HS-SPME-GC-MS along with the determination of total phenolic compounds content, flavonoids and antioxidant activity. A total of 315 volatile compounds were identified, however, several of them have not been reported so far in the Brazilian brown propolis. The terpenes represented the major class with 40.92-84.66% of the total area in the chromatograms. PCA analysis of the majority of compounds successfully indicated the volatile profile of each propolis sample according to their geographical origin. The analysis of volatile compounds and its characterization also varied significantly and confirmed that these depended on the geographical area of collection of propolis. The data generated in this work may help in establishing criteria for quality control and tracking the specific region of propolis production in different states of Brazil.
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- Lary Souza Olegário
- Federal University of Paraíba, Laboratory of Flavor Analyzes, João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil
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- Federal University of Sergipe, Laboratory of Flavor and Chromatographic Analyzes, São Cristóvão, Sergipe, Brazil
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- Federal University of Sergipe, Laboratory of Flavor and Chromatographic Analyzes, São Cristóvão, Sergipe, Brazil
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- Federal University of Sergipe, Laboratory of Flavor and Chromatographic Analyzes, São Cristóvão, Sergipe, Brazil.
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Brazilian stingless bee propolis and geopropolis: promising sources of biologically active compounds. REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE FARMACOGNOSIA-BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACOGNOSY 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bjp.2018.11.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Pazin WM, Vilanova N, Voets IK, Soares AEE, Ito AS. Effects of artepillin C on model membranes displaying liquid immiscibility. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2019; 52:e8281. [PMID: 30916221 PMCID: PMC6437936 DOI: 10.1590/1414-431x20198281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2018] [Accepted: 01/22/2019] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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It has been hypothesized that the therapeutic effects of artepillin C, a natural
compound derived from Brazilian green propolis, are likely related to its
partition in the lipid bilayer component of biological membranes. To test this
hypothesis, we investigated the effects of the major compound of green propolis,
artepillin C, on model membranes (small and giant unilamelar vesicles) composed
of ternary lipid mixtures containing cholesterol, which display liquid-ordered
(lo) and liquid-disordered (ld) phase coexistence.
Specifically, we explored potential changes in relevant membrane parameters upon
addition of artepillin C presenting both neutral and deprotonated states by
means of small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS), differential scanning calorimetry
(DSC), and confocal and multiphoton excitation fluorescence microscopy.
Thermotropic analysis obtained from DSC experiments indicated a loss in the
lipid cooperativity of lo phase at equilibrium conditions, while at
similar conditions spontaneous formation of unilamellar vesicles from SAXS
experiments showed that deprotonated artepillin C preferentially located at the
surface of the membrane. Time-resolved experiments using fluorescence microscopy
showed that at doses above 100 µM, artepillin C in its neutral state interacted
with both liquid-ordered and liquid-disordered phases, inducing curvature stress
and promoting dehydration at the membrane interface.
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- W M Pazin
- Departmento de Física, Faculdade de Filosofia, Ciências e Letras de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil.,Departmento de Física, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade do Estado de São Paulo, Presidente Prudente, SP, Brasil
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- Macromolecular and Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry & Institute for Complex Molecular Systems, Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Macromolecular and Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry & Institute for Complex Molecular Systems, Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, The Netherlands.,Dutch Polymer Institute (DPI), Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Departamento de Genética, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil
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- Departmento de Física, Faculdade de Filosofia, Ciências e Letras de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil
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Zeitoun R, Najjar F, Wehbi B, Khalil A, Fayyad-Kazan M, Dagher-Hamalian C, Faour WH, El-Makhour Y. Chemical Composition, Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory Activity Evaluation of the Lebanese Propolis Extract. Curr Pharm Biotechnol 2019; 20:84-96. [DOI: 10.2174/1389201020666190206201241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2018] [Revised: 06/14/2018] [Accepted: 01/19/2019] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
Abstract
Background:
Propolis is a resinous substance produced by bees and known to possess antioxidant,
antimicrobial, antiproliferative and anti-inflammatory activities.
Objective:
This study is aimed at evaluating the in vivo and in vitro anti-inflammatory potential of the
Crude Ethanolic Extract (CE) of Lebanese propolis and its Ethyl Acetate Fraction (EAF).
Method:
Chemical content of propolis was characterized using high-performance liquid chromatography
and LC-MS/MS. COX-2 and iNOS protein expression, nitric oxide (NO) and prostaglandin
(PGE2) release in LPS-activated RAW monocytes were achieved respectively by western blot and
spectrophotometry. Antioxidant activity was evaluated by DPPH free radical scavenging assay. Measurement
of paw thickness in carrageenan-induced paw edema in mice and pathologic assessment of inflammation
in paw sections were used to judge the anti-inflammatory properties of propolis.
Results:
Pathology analysis revealed in the treated group significant reduction of immune cell infiltration
and edema. Both extract and ethyl acetate fraction showed significant anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
effects in LPS-treated RAW cells characterized by the inhibition of COX-2 and iNOS protein
expression, as well as PGE2 and NO release. Chemical analysis of the crude extract and its ethyl acetate
fraction identified 28 different compounds of which two phenolic acids and nine other flavonoids
were also quantified. Ferulic acid, caffeic acid, chrysin, galangin, quercetin, and pinocembrin were
among the most representative compounds.
Conclusion:
Lebanese propolis is rich in a various amount of flavonoids which showed promising antiinflammatory
and antioxidant properties. Additionally, chemical analysis showed unique chemical
compositions with the potential of identifying ingredients with interesting anti-inflammatory activities.
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- Rawan Zeitoun
- Environmental Health Research Lab (EHRL), Faculty of Sciences V, Lebanese University, Nabatieh, Lebanon
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- Laboratoire d'Innovation Therapeutique, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences II, Lebanese University, Fanar, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Sciences I, Hadath Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Laboratory of Experimental Medicine (ULB Unit), CHU de Charleroi, A. Vesale Hospital, Universite Libre de Bruxelles, Montigny le Tilleul, Belgium
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- Institut de Biologie et de Medecine Moleculaires, Universite Libre de Bruxelles, 6041 Gosselies, Belgium
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- School of Medicine, Lebanese American University, Byblos, Lebanon
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- Environmental Health Research Lab (EHRL), Faculty of Sciences V, Lebanese University, Nabatieh, Lebanon
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Pazin WM, Ruiz GCM, Oliveira OND, Constantino CJL. Interaction of Artepillin C with model membranes: Effects of pH and ionic strength. BIOCHIMICA ET BIOPHYSICA ACTA-BIOMEMBRANES 2019; 1861:410-417. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bbamem.2018.11.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2018] [Revised: 11/13/2018] [Accepted: 11/16/2018] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Application of propolis in antimicrobial and antioxidative protection of food quality – A review. Trends Food Sci Technol 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.tifs.2018.11.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 89] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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de Oliveira Dembogurski DS, Silva Trentin D, Boaretto AG, Rigo GV, da Silva RC, Tasca T, Macedo AJ, Carollo CA, Silva DB. Brown propolis-metabolomic innovative approach to determine compounds capable of killing Staphylococcus aureus biofilm and Trichomonas vaginalis. Food Res Int 2018; 111:661-673. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2018.05.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2018] [Revised: 05/06/2018] [Accepted: 05/15/2018] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Meimandi-Parizi A, Oryan A, Sayahi E, Bigham-Sadegh A. Propolis extract a new reinforcement material in improving bone healing: An in vivo study. Int J Surg 2018; 56:94-101. [PMID: 29902525 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2018.06.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2017] [Revised: 04/27/2018] [Accepted: 06/05/2018] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Propolis is known for its antioxidant, immune response modulating, and wound healing effects. In the present study in order to determine the bone healing capacity of the propolis extract, a critical sized, nonunion, radial bone defect model was repaired in rat, using chitosan and demineralized bone matrix (DBM) scaffolds along with propolis extract. MATERIALS AND METHODS Seventy-two radial bone defects in 36 healthy male rats were randomly divided into 6 groups (n = 12/group). The groups included autograft, defect or untreated group, chitosan, DBM, chitosan and propolis (chitosan-propolis), and DBM and propolis (DBM-propolis). The bone repairing capability was characterized using radiography at 28th, 42nd and 56th postoperative days. Gross morphologic, histopathologic, histomorphometric and biomechanical examinations were performed following euthanasia at the 56th post-operative day. RESULTS The DBM-propolis group, showed better structural and biomechanical properties compared to the untreated, DBM, chitosan and chitosan-propolis groups. The defect site in the chitosan and untreated groups were mainly restored by fibrous connective tissue while the lesions in the autograft group were mostly filled by cartilage and a lesser amount of woven bone. The woven bone, and the hyaline cartilage were the main constituents of the newly formed tissues in the DBM-propolis group, at the 56th day after injury. CONCLUSION The results of this study showed that percutaneous injection of diluted aqueous propolis extract in the bone defect (25 mg/defect) can improve bone formation in the critical radial bone defect in rat. Since there was no significant difference between the autograft and DBM-propolis group, probably this therapeutic strategy has high potential in augmentation of autologous bone grafting.
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- Clinical Sciences Department, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
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- Clinical Sciences Department, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Shahrekord University, Shahrekord, Iran
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Escriche I, Juan-Borrás M. Standardizing the analysis of phenolic profile in propolis. Food Res Int 2018; 106:834-841. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2018.01.055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2017] [Revised: 01/20/2018] [Accepted: 01/21/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Andrade JKS, Denadai M, de Oliveira CS, Nunes ML, Narain N. Evaluation of bioactive compounds potential and antioxidant activity of brown, green and red propolis from Brazilian northeast region. Food Res Int 2017; 101:129-138. [PMID: 28941675 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2017.08.066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 119] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2017] [Revised: 08/29/2017] [Accepted: 08/30/2017] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The aim of the present study was to determine the contents of bioactive compounds present in brown, green and red species of propolis cultivated in the Brazilian northeast states of Alagoas and Sergipe. The contents of phenolic compounds, flavonoids and antioxidant activity (DPPH, ABTS+, FRAP, ORAC) were determined. Identification and quantification of phenolic and flavonoid compounds were performed by using UHPLC-QqQ-MS/MS system. The results revealed high contents of total phenolics and flavonoids. Among the three species, the antioxidant potential had higher capacity in the red propolis. The presence of some of bioactive compounds viz. acacetin, artepellin C, eriodictyol, gallic acid, isorhamnetin, protocatechuic acid, vanillin and vanillic acid in Brazilian red propolis is reported for the first time in this work. Positive correlation between total phenolics versus the FRAP and ORAC methods was established which led to conclusion that antioxidant activity of propolis is mainly due to its phenolic compounds.
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- Julianna Karla Santana Andrade
- Laboratory of Flavor and Chromatographic Analysis, PROCTA, Federal University of Sergipe, 49100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Flavor and Chromatographic Analysis, PROCTA, Federal University of Sergipe, 49100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Flavor and Chromatographic Analysis, PROCTA, Federal University of Sergipe, 49100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil
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- Department of Food Technology, Federal University of Ceara, CEP 60020-180 Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Flavor and Chromatographic Analysis, PROCTA, Federal University of Sergipe, 49100-000 São Cristóvão, SE, Brazil
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Santos TLAD, Queiroz RF, Sawaya ACHF, Lopez BGC, Soares MBP, Bezerra DP, Rodrigues ACBC, Paula VFDE, Waldschmidt AM. Melipona mondury produces a geopropolis with antioxidant, antibacterial and antiproliferative activities. AN ACAD BRAS CIENC 2017; 89:2247-2259. [PMID: 28746550 DOI: 10.1590/0001-3765201720160725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2016] [Accepted: 03/03/2017] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Geopropolis is a special type of propolis produced by stingless bees. Several pharmacological properties have been described for different types of geopropolis, but there have been no previous studies of the geopropolis from Melipona mondury. In this study, we investigated the antioxidant, antibacterial, and antiproliferative activities of M. mondury geopropolis, and determined its chemical profile. The antioxidant activity was determined using in vitro ABTS·+, ·DPPH, and β-carotene/linoleic acid co-oxidation methods. The antibacterial activity was determined using a microdilution method with Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, and methicillin-resistant S. aureus. The antiproliferative effect was determined in tumor cell lines using the Alamar Blue assay. The chemical profile was obtained using UHPLC-MS and UHPLC-MS/MS. The butanolic fraction had the highest concentration of phenolic compounds and more potent antioxidant properties in all assays. This fraction also had bacteriostatic and bactericidal effects against all bacterial strains at low concentrations, especially S. aureus. The hexane fraction had the highest antiproliferative potential, with IC50 values ranging from 24.2 to 46.6 µg/mL in HL-60 (human promyelocytic leukemia cell) and K562 (human chronic myelocytic leukemia cell), respectively. Preliminary chemical analysis indicates the presence of terpenes and gallic acid in the geopropolis. Our results indicate the therapeutic potential of geopropolis from M. mondury against inflammatory, oxidative, infectious, and neoplastic diseases.
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- Tássia L A Dos Santos
- Departamento de Ciências Biológicas, Universidade Estadual do Sudoeste da Bahia, Rua José Moreira Sobrinho, s/n, Jequiezinho, 45208-091 Jequié, BA, Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciências Naturais, Universidade Estadual do Sudoeste da Bahia, Estrada do Bem Querer, Km 04, s/n, 45031-900 Vitória da Conquista, BA, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia e Ciências Farmacêuticas, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Rua Monteiro Lobato, 255, Cidade Universitária, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia e Ciências Farmacêuticas, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Rua Monteiro Lobato, 255, Cidade Universitária, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Instituto Gonçalo Moniz, Fundação Oswaldo Cruz/IGM-FIOCRUZ-BA, Rua Waldemar Falcão, 121, Candeal, 40296-710 Salvador, BA, Brazil.,Centro de Biotecnologia e Terapia Celular, Hospital São Rafael, Avenida São Rafael, 2152, São Marcos, 41253-190 Salvador, BA, Brazil
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- Instituto Gonçalo Moniz, Fundação Oswaldo Cruz/IGM-FIOCRUZ-BA, Rua Waldemar Falcão, 121, Candeal, 40296-710 Salvador, BA, Brazil
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- Instituto Gonçalo Moniz, Fundação Oswaldo Cruz/IGM-FIOCRUZ-BA, Rua Waldemar Falcão, 121, Candeal, 40296-710 Salvador, BA, Brazil
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- Departmento de Química e Ciências Exatas, Universidade Estadual do Sudoeste da Bahia, Rua José Moreira Sobrinho, s/n, Jequiezinho, 45208-091 Jequié, BA, Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciências Biológicas, Universidade Estadual do Sudoeste da Bahia, Rua José Moreira Sobrinho, s/n, Jequiezinho, 45208-091 Jequié, BA, Brazil
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Abd Jalil MA, Kasmuri AR, Hadi H. Stingless Bee Honey, the Natural Wound Healer: A Review. Skin Pharmacol Physiol 2017; 30:66-75. [DOI: 10.1159/000458416] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/02/2023]
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<b><i>Background:</i></b> The stingless bee is a natural type of bee that exists in almost every continent. The honey produced by this bee has been widely used across time and space. The distinctive feature of this honey is that it is stored naturally in the pot (cerumen), thus contributing to its beneficial properties, especially in the wound healing process. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> In this article, several studies on stingless bee honey that pointed out the numerous therapeutic profiles of this honey in terms of its antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, as well as moisturizing properties are reviewed. All of these therapeutic properties are related to wound healing properties. <b><i>Results:</i></b> Antioxidant in stingless bee honey could break the chain of free radicals that cause a detrimental effect to the wounded area. Furthermore, the antimicrobial properties of stingless bee honey could overcome the bacterial contamination and thus improve the healing rate. Moreover, the anti-inflammatory attribute in this honey could protect the tissue from highly toxic inflammatory mediators. The moisturizing properties of the honey could improve wound healing by promoting angiogenesis and oxygen circulation. <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> The application of honey to the wound has been widely used since ancient times. As a result, it is essential to understand the pharmacological mechanism of the honey towards the physiology of the wounded skin in order to optimize the healing rate in the future.
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Nishimura E, Murakami S, Suzuki K, Amano K, Tanaka R, Shinada T. Structure Determination of Monomeric Phloroglucinol Derivatives with a Cinnamoyl Group Isolated from Propolis of the Stingless Bee,Tetragonula carbonaria. ASIAN J ORG CHEM 2016. [DOI: 10.1002/ajoc.201600106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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- Eiji Nishimura
- Graduate School of Science; Osaka City University; 3-3-138, Sugimoto, Sumiyoshi Osaka 558-8585 Japan
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- Organization for Research Promotion; Iwate University; 3-18-8 Ueda, Morioka Iwate 020-8550 Japan
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- Organization for Research Promotion; Iwate University; 3-18-8 Ueda, Morioka Iwate 020-8550 Japan
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- Institute of Stingless Honeybees Science; 1-7 Wakaba, Tsukuba Ibaraki 300-1249 Japan
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- Graduate School of Engineering; Osaka City University; 3-3-138, Sugimoto, Sumiyoshi Osaka 558-8585 Japan
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- Graduate School of Science; Osaka City University; 3-3-138, Sugimoto, Sumiyoshi Osaka 558-8585 Japan
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Polyphenol-rich propolis extracts from China and Brazil exert anti-inflammatory effects by modulating ubiquitination of TRAF6 during the activation of NF-κB. J Funct Foods 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2015.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Determination of the Mineral Composition and Toxic Element Contents of Propolis by Near Infrared Spectroscopy. SENSORS 2015; 15:27854-68. [PMID: 26540058 PMCID: PMC4701257 DOI: 10.3390/s151127854] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2015] [Revised: 10/16/2015] [Accepted: 10/29/2015] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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The potential of near infrared spectroscopy (NIR) with remote reflectance fiber-optic probes for determining the mineral composition of propolis was evaluated. This technology allows direct measurements without prior sample treatment. Ninety one samples of propolis were collected in Chile (Bio-Bio region) and Spain (Castilla-León and Galicia regions). The minerals measured were aluminum, calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, and some potentially toxic trace elements such as zinc, chromium, nickel, copper and lead. The modified partial least squares (MPLS) regression method was used to develop the NIR calibration model. The determination coefficient (R2) and root mean square error of prediction (RMSEP) obtained for aluminum (0.79, 53), calcium (0.83, 94), iron (0.69, 134) potassium (0.95, 117), magnesium (0.70, 99), phosphorus (0.94, 24) zinc (0.87, 10) chromium (0.48, 0.6) nickel (0.52, 0.7) copper (0.64, 0.9) and lead (0.70, 2) in ppm. The results demonstrated that the capacity for prediction can be considered good for wide ranges of potassium, phosphorus and zinc concentrations, and acceptable for aluminum, calcium, magnesium, iron and lead. This indicated that the NIR method is comparable to chemical methods. The method is of interest in the rapid prediction of potentially toxic elements in propolis before consumption.
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de Mendonça ICG, Porto ICCDM, do Nascimento TG, de Souza NS, Oliveira JMDS, Arruda REDS, Mousinho KC, dos Santos AF, Basílio-Júnior ID, Parolia A, Barreto FS. Brazilian red propolis: phytochemical screening, antioxidant activity and effect against cancer cells. BMC COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2015; 15:357. [PMID: 26467757 PMCID: PMC4604764 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-015-0888-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2015] [Accepted: 10/02/2015] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND The implementation of new public healthcare models that stimulate the use of natural products from traditional medicine, as a so-called integrated medicine, refers to an approach that use best of both conventional medicine and traditional medicine. Propolis is a widely used natural product by different ancient cultures and known to exhibit biological activities beneficial for health. The large number of studies conducted with propolis had shown that its chemical composition differs as a function of the climate, plant diversity and bee species and plays an important role on its therapeutic properties. The aim of this study was to analyse the phytochemical profile of the ethanolic extract of red propolis (EEP) and its fractionation, antioxidant action of EEP and its fractions hexane, cloroform and ethyl acetate and cytotoxic activity of EEP on human tumour cell lines SF-295 (glioblastoma), OVCAR-8 (ovary) and HCT-116 (colon). METHODS EEP was obtained by maceration with absolute ethanol, then it was concentrated in rotaevaporator up to complete evaporation of the solvent. The crude extract was fractionated with hexane, ethyl acetate, chloroform and methanol and they were subjected to phytochemical screening and total phenolic compounds. Antioxidant activity of EEP and fractions was done by means of the 2,2-diphenyl-1-picryhydrazyl (DPPH) method. Biomarkers of red propolis were identified by LC-Orbitrap-FTMS. To assess cytotoxic activity of the extract, cells were exposed to EEP over 72 h. Cell viability was assessed by means of MTT assay. The percentage of cell growth inhibition (IC50) was analysed by means of non-linear regression, and the absorbance values of the various investigated concentrations were subjected to one-factor analysis of variance (ANOVA) followed by Tukey's or Tamhane's tests (α = 0.05). RESULTS The results obtained using phytochemical screening and LC-Orbitrap-FTMS indicated the presence of phlobaphene tannins, catechins, chalcones, aurones, flavonones, flavonols, xanthones, pentacyclic triterpenoids and guttiferones in Brazilian red propolis. EEP and its hexane, chloroform and ethyl acetate fractions obtained by liquid-liquid partitioning exhibited satisfactory antioxidant percentages. EEP (IC50 < 34.27 μg/mL) exhibited high levels of cytotoxicity on all human tumour cell lines tested when compared to negative control. CONCLUSIONS C-Orbitrap-FTMS was useful to establish the chemical profile of the red propolis. Brazilian red propolis has antioxidant properties and decreases substantially the percentage of cell survival of human tumour cells; thus, it has potential to serve as an anticancer drug.
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Conti BJ, Santiago KB, Búfalo MC, Herrera YF, Alday E, Velazquez C, Hernandez J, Sforcin JM. Modulatory effects of propolis samples from Latin America (Brazil, Cuba and Mexico) on cytokine production by human monocytes. J Pharm Pharmacol 2015; 67:1431-8. [DOI: 10.1111/jphp.12431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2015] [Accepted: 03/29/2015] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Objectives
Propolis has been used in folk medicine in different regions of the world including Latin America. Propolis is a resinous mixture of substances collected by honey bees from several botanical sources, and its composition contains a rich chemical variety, depending on the geographical area and plant sources. Our aim was to compare the modulatory effect of propolis samples from three different countries of Latin America (Brazil, Cuba and Mexico) on pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokine production (tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α and interleukin (IL)-10, respectively) by human monocytes.
Methods
Cells were incubated with propolis for 18 h at 37°C. Cell viability was assessed by 3-(4,5-dimethyl-thiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide method, and cytokine production was determined by ELISA.
Key findings
All samples did not affect monocyte viability. Brazilian propolis stimulated both TNF-α and IL-10 production by monocytes. Cuban propolis stimulated TNF-α and inhibited IL-10 production, while Mexican sample exerted the opposite effect, inhibiting TNF-α and stimulating IL-10 production. The major compounds found in Brazilian, Cuban and Mexican propolis samples were artepillin C, isoflavonoids and pinocembrin, respectively.
Conclusion
Brazilian, Cuban and Mexican propolis contained different components that may exert pro- and anti-inflammatory activity depending on concentration, what may provide a novel approach to the development of immunomodulatory drugs containing propolis.
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- Bruno J Conti
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Biosciences Institute, UNESP, Botucatu, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Biosciences Institute, UNESP, Botucatu, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Biosciences Institute, UNESP, Botucatu, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry-Biology, University of Sonora, Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico
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- Department of Chemistry-Biology, University of Sonora, Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico
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- Unidad de Servicios de Apoyo en Resolución Analítica, Universidad Veracruzana, Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Biosciences Institute, UNESP, Botucatu, São Paulo, Brazil
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Reis JSS, Oliveira GB, Monteiro MC, Machado CS, Torres YR, Prediger RD, Maia CSF. Antidepressant- and anxiolytic-like activities of an oil extract of propolis in rats. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2014; 21:1466-1472. [PMID: 25012909 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2014.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2014] [Revised: 04/13/2014] [Accepted: 06/06/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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PURPOSE Propolis biological effects are mainly attributed to its polyphenolic constituents such as flavonoids and phenolic acids that were recently described in the chemical composition of an extract of propolis obtained with edible vegetal oil (OEP) by our group. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of OEP on the behavior of rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS An in vivo open field (OF), elevated Plus-maze (EPM), and forced swimming (FS) tests were performed to evaluate locomotor activity, anxiolytic- and antidepressant effects of the extract. Besides, oxidative stress levels were measured in rat blood samples after the behavioral assays by evaluation of the Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity (TEAC) and nitric oxide levels. RESULTS OEP increased locomotion in the OF test (50mg/kg) and central locomotion and open arm entries in the OF and EPM tests (10-50mg/kg) and decreased the immobility time in the FS test (10-50mg/kg). Moreover, OEP reduced nitric oxide levels in response to swim stress induced in rats. CONCLUSION OEP exerted stimulant, anxiolytic and antidepressant effects on the Central Nervous System and antioxidant activity in rats, highlighting propolis as a potential therapeutic compound for behavior impairment of anxiety and depression.
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- Julia S S Reis
- Pharmaceutical Science Post-graduation Program, Health Science Institute, Federal University of Pará, Brazil
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- Pharmaceutical Science Post-graduation Program, Health Science Institute, Federal University of Pará, Brazil
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- Pharmaceutical Science Post-graduation Program, Health Science Institute, Federal University of Pará, Brazil; Laboratory of Microbiology and Immunology of Teaching and Research, Faculty of Pharmacy, Health Science Institute, Federal University of Pará, Brazil
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- State University of Midwest/UNICENTRO, Departament of Chemistry, Guarapuava, Paraná 85010-990, Brazil
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- State University of Midwest/UNICENTRO, Departament of Chemistry, Guarapuava, Paraná 85010-990, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmacology, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Santa Catarina 88049-900, Brazil
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- Pharmaceutical Science Post-graduation Program, Health Science Institute, Federal University of Pará, Brazil; Neuroscience and Celular Biology Post-graduation Program, Federal University of Pará, Brazil; Laboratory Pharmacology of Inflammation and Behavior, Institute of Health Sciences, Federal University of Pará, 66075-900 Belém, Pará, Brazil.
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De Luca MP, Franca JR, Macedo FAFF, Grenho L, Cortes ME, Faraco AAG, Moreira AN, Santos VR. Propolis varnish: antimicrobial properties against cariogenic bacteria, cytotoxicity, and sustained-release profile. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2014; 2014:348647. [PMID: 24949436 PMCID: PMC4052844 DOI: 10.1155/2014/348647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2014] [Revised: 04/06/2014] [Accepted: 04/22/2014] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Varnishes are preparations that differ in the polymeric matrix and therapeutical agents. In dentistry they are used to prevent caries. In this study we developed a propolis varnish, considering propolis properties against cariogenic bacteria. To a chitosan polymeric base (CHV) was added ethanolic propolis extract in different concentrations: PV1 (5%), PV2 (10%), and PV3 (15%). Antimicrobial activity was carried out against Streptococcus mutans (SM), Streptococcus sanguinis (SG), Streptococcus salivarius (SS), and Lactobacillus casei (LC) through agar diffusion method. The three propolis concentrations incorporated were effective in inhibiting the growth of all microorganisms, but without significant difference between the zones of inhibition observed. Cytotoxicity assay was done by MTT method. Data were analyzed by one-way ANOVA and Bonferroni test. None of the varnishes were cytotoxic, keeping 80% of viable cells, while CHV allowed cellular proliferation (120%). Sustained-release test was carried out by applying 40 μ L of each varnish in the buccal surface of bovine teeth and kept in an ethanol/water solution removed in regular times. According to the "independent model approach," the release profiles were distinct from each varnish and the most prolonged was PV3 (8 weeks). Varnish formulations had satisfactory antimicrobial activity against cariogenic bacteria and have a low cytotoxicity (<50%).
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- Mariana P. De Luca
- Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Campus Pampulha, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos 6627, 31.270-901 Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Products, Faculty of Pharmacy, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Campus Pampulha, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos 6627, 31.270-901 Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Campus Pampulha, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos 6627, 31.270-901 Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Biomedical Engineering Institute (INEB), Porto University and Faculty of Engineering, DEMM, Porto University, Porto, Portugal
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Campus Pampulha, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos 6627, 31.270-901 Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Products, Faculty of Pharmacy, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Campus Pampulha, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos 6627, 31.270-901 Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Campus Pampulha, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos 6627, 31.270-901 Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Oral Surgery and Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Campus Pampulha, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos 6627, 31.270-901 Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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Finger D, Filho IK, Torres YR, Quináia SP. Propolis as an indicator of environmental contamination by metals. BULLETIN OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY 2014; 92:259-264. [PMID: 24414164 DOI: 10.1007/s00128-014-1199-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2013] [Accepted: 01/04/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Concentrations of eleven representative metals (Al, Ca, Cd, Cr, Cu, K, Mg, Mn, Na, Pb and Zn) in forty-two propolis samples were measured by electrothermal atomization and flame atomic absorption spectrometry after calcination in a muffle furnace. Samples were collected from different regions from Paraná State - Brazil where apiculture is an important economic activity. Results showed that the average content of Al, Ca, K, Mg, Mn, Na and Zn in propolis was 0.68, 1.66, 7.59, 1.27, 0.08, 0.58 and 0.02 mg g(-1), respectively. Levels of Al, Ca, and Mg were statistically different in some regions of Paraná and could be used to assign the geographical origin of the propolis. The average concentration of the Cd, Cr, and Pb in raw propolis was 0.13, 5.53 and 9.85 μg g(-1), respectively, and allowed for identification of specific areas with environmental contamination.
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- Daiane Finger
- Departamento de Química, Setor de Ciências Exatas e de Tecnologia, Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste - UNICENTRO, Rua Simeão Varela de Sá, 3, Guarapuava, PR, Brazil
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Finger D, Machado CS, Torres YR, Quináia SP, Thomaz ACG, Gobbo AR, Monteiro MC, Ferreira AG, Sawaya ACHF, Eberlin MN. Antifungal Bioassay-Guided Fractionation of an Oil Extract of Propolis. J FOOD QUALITY 2013. [DOI: 10.1111/jfq.12039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022] Open
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- Daiane Finger
- Departamento de Química; Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste (UNICENTRO); Guarapuava Paraná 3010 Brazil
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- Departamento de Química; Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste (UNICENTRO); Guarapuava Paraná 3010 Brazil
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- Departamento de Química; Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste (UNICENTRO); Guarapuava Paraná 3010 Brazil
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- Faculdade de Farmácia; Universidade Federal do Pará (UFPA); Belém Pará Brazil
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- Laboratório ThoMSom de Espectrometria de Massas; Instituto de Química; Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP); Campinas São Paulo Brazil
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Skaba D, Morawiec T, Tanasiewicz M, Mertas A, Bobela E, Szliszka E, Skucha-Nowak M, Dawiec M, Yamamoto R, Ishiai S, Makita Y, Redzynia M, Janoszka B, Niedzielska I, Król W. Influence of the toothpaste with brazilian ethanol extract propolis on the oral cavity health. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE : ECAM 2013; 2013:215391. [PMID: 23861699 PMCID: PMC3687592 DOI: 10.1155/2013/215391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2013] [Accepted: 04/20/2013] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Propolis-based therapeutic agents represent this potential for the development of new drugs in dental care. The aim of a clinical-cohort study was to determine the influence of application of toothpaste enriched with Brazilian extract of propolis (EEP) on health status of oral cavity. Laboratory analysis was conducted in order to assess the chemical composition of EEP including total phenolic compounds, the DPPH (1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl) radical scavenging activity, ABTS radical cation scavenging activity, and FRAP assay. Clinical research involved two groups of subjects comprising 32 adult patients, with assessment based on the preliminary evaluation of the state of their marginal periodontium. The investigation of oral health indices API, OHI, and SBI and microbiological examination of oral microflora were also carried out. Results obtained indicated time-dependent microbial action of EEP at 50 mg/L concentration, with antimicrobial activity against Gram-positive bacteria. The total decrease of API, OHI, and SBI mean values was observed. Hygienic preparations with 3% content of Brazilian ethanol extract of green propolis (EEP) efficiently support removal of dental plaque and improve the state of marginal periodontium.
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- Dariusz Skaba
- Department of Conservative Dentistry with Endodontics, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Plac Akademicki 17, 41902 Bytom, Poland
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- Department of Oral Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Plac Akademicki 17, 41-902 Bytom, Poland
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry with Endodontics, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Plac Akademicki 17, 41902 Bytom, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Ul Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Ul Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Ul Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry with Endodontics, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Plac Akademicki 17, 41902 Bytom, Poland
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry with Endodontics, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Plac Akademicki 17, 41902 Bytom, Poland
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- Nihon Natural Therapy Research Laboratory, 6-26-12 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, 160-0023 Tokyo, Japan
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- Nihon Natural Therapy Research Laboratory, 6-26-12 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, 160-0023 Tokyo, Japan
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- Nippon Zettoc Research Laboratory, 3-26 Kudan-Minami 2-Chome, Chiyoda-ku, 102-0074 Tokyo, Japan
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- Institute of Technical Biochemistry, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences, Lodz Technical University Ul Stefanowskiego 4/10, 90-924 Łódź, Poland
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Ul Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Oral Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Plac Akademicki 17, 41-902 Bytom, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Ul Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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Chirumbolo S. Flavonoids in propolis acting on mast cell-mediated wound healing. Inflammopharmacology 2012; 20:99-101. [PMID: 22349997 DOI: 10.1007/s10787-012-0125-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2012] [Accepted: 02/06/2012] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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