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Noguera NH, Noguera DCLH, Machado APDF, Reguengo LM, Nascimento RDPD. Emerging berries from the Brazilian Amazon and Atlantic Forest biomes: new sources of bioactive compounds with potential health benefits. Food Funct 2024; 15:5752-5784. [PMID: 38753200 DOI: 10.1039/d4fo00182f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2024]
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Brazil has a broad geographic biodiversity spread across its six different biomes. However, it has been suffering from the abusive exploitation of its resources, which poses a threat to the local fauna and flora. The Amazon and Atlantic Forest, for example, are birthplaces to rare and edible native species, such as bacaba (Oenocarpus bacaba, Arecaceae) and camu-camu (Myrciaria dubia, Myrtaceae), and cereja-do-Rio Grande (Eugenia involucrata, Myrtaceae) and grumixama (Eugenia brasiliensis, Myrtaceae), respectively. These plants produce fruits which are sources of macro and micronutrients, including sugars, dietary fibers, vitamins, minerals, and/or lipids. Nutritionally, their consumption have the ability to reach partially or totally the daily recommendations for adults of some nutrients. More recently, these fruits have also been exposed as interesting sources of minor bioactive compounds, such as carotenoids, terpenes, and/or polyphenols, the latter which include anthocyanins, phenolic acids, and tannins. Particularly, bacaba stands out for being a rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids (around 22%, dry weight) and dietary fibers (6.5-21%, dry weight); camu-camu has very high contents of vitamin C (up to 5000 mg per 100 g of pulp, dry basis); and cereja-do-Rio-Grande and grumixama are abundant sources of anthocyanins. Although they are still underexplored, several in vitro and in vivo studies with different parts of the fruits, including the peel, seed, and pulp, indicate their health potential through anti-oxidative, anti-obesity, antihyperglycemic, antidyslipidemic, antimicrobial, and/or anticancer effects. All things considered, the focus of this research was to highlight the bioactive potential and health impact of native fruits from the Amazon and Atlantic Forest biomes.
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- Nathan Hargreaves Noguera
- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Departamento de Engenharia e Tecnologia de Alimentos, Faculdade de Engenharia de Alimentos, 13083-862, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Departamento de Engenharia e Tecnologia de Alimentos, Faculdade de Engenharia de Alimentos, 13083-862, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados, Faculdade de Engenharia, 79804-970, Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Departamento de Ciência de Alimentos e Nutrição, Faculdade de Engenharia de Alimentos, 13083-862, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Departamento de Ciência de Alimentos e Nutrição, Faculdade de Engenharia de Alimentos, 13083-862, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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Dalmagro M, Donadel G, Moraes Pinc M, Becker Viana AP, Klein EJ, da Silva EA, Cassemiro NS, Silva DB, Gasparotto Junior A, de Almeida Canoff JR, Lourenço ELB, Hoscheid J. Exploring antioxidant and α-glucosidase inhibition in Eugenia L. extracts: a comprehensive phytochemical study. Nat Prod Res 2024:1-7. [PMID: 38738742 DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2024.2352868] [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: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 05/14/2024]
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This study analysed extracts obtained from the leaves of Eugenia uniflora, E. involucrata, and E. myrcianthes to determine their chemical composition, antioxidative properties, and α-glucosidase inhibitory capacity. By using liquid chromatography with a diode array detector, we identified chlorogenic acids, flavonoids, tannins, proanthocyanidins, saponins, and triterpenes in the extracts. The antioxidant activities of the extracts were found to be directly related to their total phenolic, flavonoid content and enzyme inhibition. The E. uniflora aqueous extract showed significant inhibition of α-glucosidase (IC50 0.98 µg mL-1), indicating its potential as a non-competitive inhibitor for managing Diabetes Mellitus. This study contributes to the existing knowledge on the chemical and biological aspects of Eugenia genus.
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- Mariana Dalmagro
- Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology Applied to Agriculture, University of Paraná, Umuarama, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Animal Science with an Emphasis on Bioactive Products, University of Paraná, Umuarama, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology Applied to Agriculture, University of Paraná, Umuarama, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Chemical and Biotechnological Processes (PPGQB), Federal University of Technology Paraná, Toledo, Paraná, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Chemical Engineering, State University of Western Paraná, Toledo, Brazil
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- Natural Products Laboratory and Mass Spectrometry (LaPNEM), Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Natural Products Laboratory and Mass Spectrometry (LaPNEM), Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pharmacology (LaFaC), Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Animal Science with an Emphasis on Bioactive Products, University of Paraná, Umuarama, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology Applied to Agriculture, University of Paraná, Umuarama, Brazil
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Macharia JM, Pande DO, Zand A, Budán F, Káposztás Z, Kövesdi O, Varjas T, Raposa BL. In Vitro Inhibition of Colorectal Cancer Gene Targets by Withania somnifera L. Methanolic Extracts: A Focus on Specific Genome Regulation. Nutrients 2024; 16:1140. [PMID: 38674831 PMCID: PMC11054881 DOI: 10.3390/nu16081140] [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: 03/08/2024] [Revised: 04/09/2024] [Accepted: 04/10/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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An approach that shows promise for quickening the evolution of innovative anticancer drugs is the assessment of natural biomass sources. Our study sought to assess the effect of W. somnifera L. (WS) methanolic root and stem extracts on the expression of five targeted genes (cyclooxygenase-2, caspase-9, 5-Lipoxygenase, B-cell lymphoma-extra-large, and B-cell lymphoma 2) in colon cancer cell lines (Caco-2 cell lines). Plant extracts were prepared for bioassay by dissolving them in dimethyl sulfoxide. Caco-2 cell lines were exposed to various concentrations of plant extracts, followed by RNA extraction for analysis. By explicitly relating phytoconstituents of WS to the dose-dependent overexpression of caspase-9 genes and the inhibition of cyclooxygenase-2, 5-Lipoxygenase, B-cell lymphoma-extra-large, and B-cell lymphoma 2 genes, our novel findings characterize WS as a promising natural inhibitor of colorectal cancer (CRC) growth. Nonetheless, we recommend additional in vitro research to verify the current findings. With significant clinical benefits hypothesized, we offer WS methanolic root and stem extracts as potential organic antagonists for colorectal carcinogenesis and suggest further in vivo and clinical investigations, following successful in vitro trials. We recommend more investigation into the specific phytoconstituents in WS that contribute to the regulatory mechanisms that inhibit the growth of colon cancer cells.
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- John M. Macharia
- Doctoral School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, Vörösmarty Mihály Str. 4, 7621 Pécs, Hungary
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- Department of Biological Sciences and Biomedical Science & Technology, School of Science and Applied Technology, Laikipia University, Nyahururu P.O. Box 1100-20300, Kenya
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- Department of Public Health Medicine, Medical School, University of Pécs, 7621 Pécs, Hungary
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- Institute of Physiology, Medical School, University of Pécs, 7621 Pécs, Hungary;
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, 7621 Pécs, Hungary
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- Doctoral School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, Vörösmarty Mihály Str. 4, 7621 Pécs, Hungary
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- Department of Public Health Medicine, Medical School, University of Pécs, 7621 Pécs, Hungary
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- Institute of Basics of Health Sciences, Midwifery and Health Visiting, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, Vörösmarty Mihály Str. 4, 7621 Pécs, Hungary
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Sousa MHOD, Freitas MSD, Cesca K, Pilau EJ, Porto C, Moura NFD. Bioactive compounds by UHPLC-MS/MS and molecular networking from Myrceugenia foveolata. Nat Prod Res 2023:1-5. [PMID: 37933751 DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2023.2278162] [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: 06/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/22/2023] [Indexed: 11/08/2023]
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Myrceugenia foveolata, commonly known as 'guamirim', was analysed using UHPLC-MS/MS and molecular networking. Hydroalcoholic extracts of leaves and stem bark were obtained using ethanol:water (70:30) as solvent. Chemical composition of the extracts was identified using UHPLC-MS/MS and tested for antioxidant activity and growth inhibition against E. coli, S. aureus, L. monocytogenes and S. enterica. Ten compounds were tentatively identified in the extracts including myricitrin, quercitrin, and betulin (in leave extracts), and avicularin, kaemferol-3-O-arabinopyroniside, 2"-O-galloylquercitrin and the acid triterpenes ursolic, sumaresinolic, asiatic and maslinic (in both extracts). Both extracts showed similar antioxidant activities, phenolic composition, and growth inhibition. The most pronounced response was observed against L. monocytogenes, with a growth inhibition rate of 73% to leaves extract and 65% do stem bark extract.
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- Matheus H O de Sousa
- Natural Products Research Group, Federal University of Rio Grande, Santo Antônio da Patrulha, RS, Brazil
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- Natural Products Research Group, Federal University of Rio Grande, Santo Antônio da Patrulha, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Chemical and Food Engineering, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry, State University of Maringá, Maringá, PR, Brazil
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- MS Bioscience-Technological Incubator of Maringá-UEM Complex, Maringá, PR, Brazil
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- Natural Products Research Group, Federal University of Rio Grande, Santo Antônio da Patrulha, RS, Brazil
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Arvinte OM, Senila L, Becze A, Amariei S. Rowanberry-A Source of Bioactive Compounds and Their Biopharmaceutical Properties. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 12:3225. [PMID: 37765389 PMCID: PMC10536293 DOI: 10.3390/plants12183225] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2023] [Revised: 08/26/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023]
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After a period of intense development in the synthesis pharmaceutical industry, plants are making a comeback in the public focus as remedies or therapeutic adjuvants and in disease prevention and ensuring the wellbeing and equilibrium of the human body. Plants are being recommended more and more in alimentation, in their natural form, or as extracts, supplements or functional aliments. People, in general, are in search of new sources of nutrients and phytochemicals. As a result, scientific research turns to lesser known and used plants, among them being rowanberries, a species of fruit very rich in nutrients and underused due to their bitter astringent taste and a lack of knowledge regarding the beneficial effects of these fruit. Rowan fruits (rowanberries) are a rich source of vitamins, polysaccharides, organic acids and minerals. They are also a source of natural polyphenols, which are often correlated with the prevention and treatment of modern world diseases. This article presents the existing data regarding the chemical composition, active principles and biopharmaceutical properties of rowan fruits and the different opportunities for their usage.
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- Ofelia Marioara Arvinte
- Faculty of Food Engineering, Stefan cel Mare University of Suceava, 720229 Suceava, Romania;
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- INCDO-INOE 2000, Research Institute for Analytical Instrumentation, 67 Donath Street, 400293 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (L.S.); (A.B.)
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- INCDO-INOE 2000, Research Institute for Analytical Instrumentation, 67 Donath Street, 400293 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (L.S.); (A.B.)
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- Faculty of Food Engineering, Stefan cel Mare University of Suceava, 720229 Suceava, Romania;
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