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Iqbal MO, Gu Y, Khan IA, Wang R, Chen J. Evaluation of the in vitro antioxidant and antitumor activity of hydroalcoholic extract from Jatropha mollissima leaves in Wistar rats. Front Chem 2023; 11:1283618. [PMID: 38164252 PMCID: PMC10757942 DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2023.1283618] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Accepted: 12/04/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024] Open
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Introduction: Despite modern sciences and advancements in new drugs or chemicals, the new era now rushes natural remedies for various illnesses and diseases that lead to end organ damage. In this study, we investigated Jatropha mollissima ethanolic extract's effect against doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity and renal toxicity. Methods: To determine phytochemicals, a phytochemical screening was conducted. Various assays were used to measure the antioxidant activity, including the DPPH (2,2-diphenylpicrylhydrazyl), SOD (superoxide dismutase), NO (nitric oxide), and others. The antiproliferative effect of Jm was assessed by MTT assay; morphological analysis was performed using an inverted and phase contrast microscope, ultra morphological analysis of apoptosis with acridine orange (AO)/propidium iodide (PI) staining. Results: It was seen that doxorubicin caused elevated serum markers and abnormal changes in histological patterns. The significant reduction in cardiac and renal marker levels seen in groups given either 400 or 600 mg/kg of crude extract demonstrates that Jm has a protective effect against doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity due to the presence of active phytoconstituents having antioxidant potential. There is a dose-dependent decrease in cell viability when using J. mollissima. Apoptosis was observed in the treated cells. Conclusion: In conclusion, our research lends credence to the idea that J. mollissima could be used for cancer management and have cardioprotective and nephroprotective effects.
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- Muhammad Omer Iqbal
- College of Marine Science and Biological Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, China
- Key Laboratory of Marine Drugs, The Ministry of Education, School of Medicine and Pharmacy, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, China
- Fatima Tu Zahara Department of Life Sciences, Muhammad Institute of Medical and Allied Sciences, Multan, Pakistan
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- College of Marine Science and Biological Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, China
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- Fatima Tu Zahara Department of Life Sciences, Muhammad Institute of Medical and Allied Sciences, Multan, Pakistan
- Department of Pharmacy, MNS University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan
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- The Affiliated Qingdao Central Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
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- College of Marine Science and Biological Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, China
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AlDreini S, Fatfat Z, Abou Ibrahim N, Fatfat M, Gali-Muhtasib H, Khalife H. Thymoquinone enhances the antioxidant and anticancer activity of Lebanese propolis. World J Clin Oncol 2023; 14:203-214. [PMID: 37275937 PMCID: PMC10236984 DOI: 10.5306/wjco.v14.i5.203] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2022] [Revised: 03/24/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 05/19/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are produced by multiple cellular processes and are maintained at optimal levels in normal cells by endogenous antioxidants. In recent years, the search for potential exogenous antioxidants from dietary sources has gained considerable attention to eliminate excess ROS that is associated with oxidative stress related diseases including cancer. Propolis, a resinous honeybee product, has been shown to have protective effects against oxidative stress and anticancer effects against several types of neoplasms.
AIM To investigate the antioxidant and anticancer potential of Lebanese propolis when applied alone or in combination with the promising anticancer compound Thymoquinone (TQ) the main constituent of Nigella sativa essential oil.
METHODS Crude extracts of Lebanese propolis collected from two locations, Rashaya and Akkar-Danniyeh, were prepared in methanol and the total phenolic content was determined by Folin–Ciocalteu method. The antioxidant activity was assessed by the ability to scavenge 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) free radical and to inhibit H2O2-induced oxidative hemolysis of human erythrocytes. The anticancer activity was evaluated by [3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5 diphenyl tetrazolium bromide] MTT assay against HCT-116 human colorectal cancer cells and MDA-MB-231 human breast cancer cells.
RESULTS The total phenolic content of propolis extract from Rashaya and Akkar-Danniyeh were 56.81 µg and 83.503 µg of gallic acid equivalent /mg of propolis, respectively. Both natural agents exhibited strong antioxidant activities as evidenced by their ability to scavenge DPPH free radical and to protect erythrocytes against H2O2-induced hemolysis. They also dose-dependently decreased the viability of both cancer cell lines. The IC50 value of each of propolis extract from Rashaya and Akkar-Danniyeh or TQ was 22.3, 61.7, 40.44 µg/mL for breast cancer cells at 72 h and 33.3, 50.9, 33.5 µg/mL for colorectal cancer cells at the same time point, respectively. Importantly, the inhibitory effects of propolis on DPPH radicals and cancer cell viability were achieved at half its concentration when combined with TQ.
CONCLUSION Our results indicate that Lebanese propolis extract has antioxidant and anticancer potential and its combination with TQ could possibly prevent ROS- mediated diseases.
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- Sima AlDreini
- Rammal Rammal Laboratory (ATAC Group), Faculty of Sciences I, Hadath 1003, Lebanon
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- Department of Biology, American University of Beirut, Beirut 1107-2020, Lebanon
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- Rammal Rammal Laboratory (ATAC Group), Faculty of Sciences I, Hadath 1003, Lebanon
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- Department of Biology, American University of Beirut, Beirut 1107-2020, Lebanon
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- Department of Biology, American University of Beirut, Beirut 1107-2020, Lebanon
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- Rammal Rammal Laboratory (ATAC Group), Faculty of Sciences I, Hadath 1003, Lebanon
- Applied Biochemistry Laboratory, School of Pharmacy, Camerino University, Camerino 62032, Italy
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Uddin S, Bin Safdar L, Fatima I, Iqbal J, Ahmad S, Ahsan Abbasi B, Masood Quraishi U. Bioprospecting roots, stem and leaves extracts of Berberis baluchistanica Ahrendt. (Berberidaceae) as a natural source of biopharmaceuticals. JOURNAL OF TAIBAH UNIVERSITY FOR SCIENCE 2022; 16:954-965. [DOI: 10.1080/16583655.2022.2129244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2021] [Revised: 04/19/2022] [Accepted: 09/23/2022] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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- Siraj Uddin
- Department of Plant Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- School of Biosciences, University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington, UK
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- Department of Biotechnology, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, Bacha Khan University, Charsadda, Pakistan
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- Shantou University Medical College, Cancer Hospital, Shantou, People’s Republic of China
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Aderinola TA, Akinola IA, Babalola OE, Adebisi AO, Akinyemi OJ, Adenuga OE. Supplementation of Biscuit with Moringa Oleifera Seed Protein Enhanced Its in-vitro Antioxidative, Antidiabetic and anti-inflammatory Properties. JOURNAL OF CULINARY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/15428052.2022.2073933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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- Taiwo Ayodele Aderinola
- Department of Food Science and Technology, the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria
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Yan JK, Zhu J, Liu Y, Chen X, Wang W, Zhang H, Li L. Recent advances in research on Allium plants: functional ingredients, physiological activities, and applications in agricultural and food sciences. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2022; 63:8107-8135. [PMID: 35343832 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2022.2056132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Fruits and vegetables (FVs) have long been a major source of nutrients and dietary phytochemicals with outstanding physiological properties that are essential for protecting humans from chronic diseases. Moreover, the growing demand of consumers for nutritious and healthy foods is greatly promoting the increased intake of FVs. Allium (Alliaceae) is a perennial bulb plant genus of the Liliaceae family. They are customarily utilized as vegetable, medicinal, and ornamental plants and have an important role in agriculture, aquaculture, and the pharmaceutical industry. Allium plants produce abundant secondary metabolites, such as organosulfur compounds, flavonoids, phenols, saponins, alkaloids, and polysaccharides. Accordingly, Allium plants possess a variety of nutritional, biological, and health-promoting properties, including antimicrobial, antioxidant, antitumor, immunoregulatory, antidiabetic, and anti-inflammatory effects. This review aims to highlight the advances in the research on the bioactive components, physiological activities and clinical trials, toxicological assessment for safety, and applications of different Allium plants. It also aims to cover the direction of future research on the Allium genus. This review is expected to provide theoretical reference for the comprehensive development and utilization of Allium plants in the fields of functional foods, medicine, and cosmetics.
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- Jing-Kun Yan
- Key Laboratory of Healthy Food Development and Nutrition Regulation of China National Light Industry, School of Chemical Engineering and Energy Technology, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan, China
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- Key Laboratory of Healthy Food Development and Nutrition Regulation of China National Light Industry, School of Chemical Engineering and Energy Technology, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan, China
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- Key Laboratory of Healthy Food Development and Nutrition Regulation of China National Light Industry, School of Chemical Engineering and Energy Technology, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan, China
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- Key Laboratory of Healthy Food Development and Nutrition Regulation of China National Light Industry, School of Chemical Engineering and Energy Technology, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan, China
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- Institute of Edible Fungi, Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences, National Engineering Research Center of Edible Fungi, Key Laboratory of Edible Fungi Resources and Utilization (South), Ministry of Agriculture, Shanghai, China
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- Institute of Edible Fungi, Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences, National Engineering Research Center of Edible Fungi, Key Laboratory of Edible Fungi Resources and Utilization (South), Ministry of Agriculture, Shanghai, China
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- Key Laboratory of Healthy Food Development and Nutrition Regulation of China National Light Industry, School of Chemical Engineering and Energy Technology, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan, China
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Mazumder K, Nabila A, Aktar A, Farahnaky A. Bioactive Variability and In Vitro and In Vivo Antioxidant Activity of Unprocessed and Processed Flour of Nine Cultivars of Australian lupin Species: A Comprehensive Substantiation. Antioxidants (Basel) 2020; 9:E282. [PMID: 32230703 PMCID: PMC7222189 DOI: 10.3390/antiox9040282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2020] [Revised: 02/23/2020] [Accepted: 03/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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The aim of this present investigation was to analyze bioactive compounds, as well as demonstrate the antioxidant activities of nine cultivars of Australian lupin species accompanied by observing the effect of domestic heat processing on their antioxidant activities adopting in vivo and in vitro approaches. Gas chromatography mass spectroscopy (GC-MS) analysis was performed for profiling bioactive compounds present in lupin cultivars. Multiple assay techniques involving quantification of polyphenolics, flavonoids and flavonol, electron transfer (ET) based assay, hydrogen atom transfer (HAT)-based assay and in vivo assays were performed. The major compounds found were hexadecanoic acid methyl ester, 9,12-octadecadienoic acid methyl ester, methyl stearate, lupanine,13-docosenamide and 11-octadecenoic acid (Z)- methyl ester. Mandelup was found to show excellent antioxidant activity. Moreover, Jurien, Gunyidi and Barlock had strong antioxidant activity. Both positive and negative impacts of heat processing were observed on antioxidant activity. Heating and usage of excess water during processing were the key determinants of loss of antioxidants. Negligible loss of antioxidant activity was observed in most of the assays whereas inhibition of both lipid peroxidation (33.53%) and hemolysis of erythrocytes (37.75%) were increased after processing. In addition, in vitro and in vivo antioxidant assays are found to show statistically significant (* p < 0.05 and ** p < 0.01) results, which are supported by the presence of a number of antioxidant compounds in GC-MS analysis.
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- Kishor Mazumder
- Department of Pharmacy, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore 7408, Bangladesh
- School of Biomedical Sciences and Graham Centre for Agricultural Innovation, Charles Sturt University, Boorooma St, Wagga Wagga NSW 2127, Australia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Basic Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Science and Technology Chittagong, Foy's Lake, Chittagong 4202, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore 7408, Bangladesh
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- School of Biomedical Sciences and Graham Centre for Agricultural Innovation, Charles Sturt University, Boorooma St, Wagga Wagga NSW 2127, Australia
- School of Science, RMIT University, Bundoora West Campus, Plenty Road, Melbourne VIC 3083, Australia
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Mahi-Birjand M, Yaghoubi S, Abdollahpour-Alitappeh M, Keshtkaran Z, Bagheri N, Pirouzi A, Khatami M, Sineh Sepehr K, Peymani P, Karimzadeh I. Protective effects of pharmacological agents against aminoglycoside-induced nephrotoxicity: A systematic review. Expert Opin Drug Saf 2020; 19:167-186. [PMID: 31914328 DOI: 10.1080/14740338.2020.1712357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Introduction: Aminoglycosides have been long used for antibacterial treatment and are still commonly used in clinical practice. Despite their extensive application and positive effects, drug-related toxicity is considered as the main obstacle for aminoglycosides. Aminoglycosides induce nephrotoxicity through the endocytosis and accumulation of the antibiotics in the epithelial cells of proximal tubule. Most importantly, however, a number of pharmacological agents were demonstrated to have protective activities against nephrotoxicity in experimental animals.Areas covered: In the present systematic review, the authors provide and discuss the mechanisms and epidemiological features of aminoglycoside-induced nephrotoxicity, and focus mainly on recent discoveries and key features of pharmacological interventions. In total, 39 articles were included in this review.Expert opinion: The majority of studies investigated gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity in animal models. Antioxidants, chemicals, synthetic drugs, hormones, vitamins, and minerals showed potential values to prevent gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity. Indicators used to evaluate the effectiveness of nephroprotection included antioxidative indexes, inflammatory responses, and apoptotic markers. Among the nephroprotective agents studied, herbs and natural antioxidant agents showed excellent potential to provide a protective strategy against gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity.
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- Motahareh Mahi-Birjand
- Student Research Committee, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.,Infectious Disease Research Center, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Microbiology, Iranshahr University of Medical Sciences, Iranshahr, Iran
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- Department of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Basic Health Sciences Institute, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- NanoBioelectrochemistry Research Center, Bam University of Medical Sciences, Bam, Iran
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- Laboratory Sciences Research Center, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology, University Hospital Zurich-University of Zurich, Switzerland.,Health Policy Research Center, Institute of Heath, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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Boland-Nazar NS, Eslamirad Z, Sarmadian H, Ghasemikhah R. An In Vitro Evaluation of Ozonized Organic Extra-Virgin Olive Oil on Giardia Lamblia Cysts. Jundishapur J Microbiol 2016; 9:e40839. [PMID: 28138377 PMCID: PMC5240161 DOI: 10.5812/jjm.40839] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2016] [Revised: 09/07/2016] [Accepted: 09/13/2016] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Giardia lamblia is a common intestinal parasite that has been reported all over the world. OBJECTIVES This study was conducted to evaluate the effect of ozonized organic extra-virgin olive oil on the cyst of G. lamblia. METHODS The olive oil was ozonized based on international standards and confirmed by the world health organization (WHO) at various times in a generator. The ozone concentration of olive oil was adjusted at 32, 64, 96, 128, 160 mg/g based on ozone absorption. Giardia lamblia cysts were isolated from heavily infected stool samples and the sucrose gradient flotation technique. Five groups of triple tubes containing Giardia cysts were exposed to olive oil with 32, 64, 96, 128, 160 ozone concentrations, and the sixth and seventh groups were exposed to non-ozonized olive oil and normal saline, respectively. The tubes were placed at room temperature, and every four hours, the mortality of the Giardia cysts was assessed. RESULTS The results showed that the first five groups' mortality rate of Giardia cysts reached 100% in 100 hours. An increasing concentration of ozone in olive oil leads to an increase in the mortality rate of Giardia cysts. The results showed a significant difference in the mean time of the mortality in all the groups (P ≤ 0.05). Furthermore, the higher fatality effect of ozonized organic extra-virgin olive oil (Ozonized Olive Oil = OZO) was proved in comparison with metronidazole in vitro. CONCLUSIONS We concluded that ozonized organic extra-virgin olive oil was a growth inhibitor of Giardia cysts, and concerning its compatibility with a biological system, it is recommended for further clinical trials.
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- Najmeh Sadat Boland-Nazar
- Infectious Diseases Research Center, School of Medicine, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, IR Iran
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- Department of Parasitology and Mycology, School of Medicine, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, IR Iran
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- Infectious Diseases Research Center, School of Medicine, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, IR Iran
- Department of Infection Disease, School of Medicine, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, IR Iran
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- Infectious Diseases Research Center, School of Medicine, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, IR Iran
- Department of Parasitology and Mycology, School of Medicine, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, IR Iran
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Alinezhad H, Azimi R, Zare M, Ebrahimzadeh MA, Eslami S, Nabavi SF, Nabavi SM. Antioxidant and Antihemolytic Activities of Ethanolic Extract of Flowers, Leaves, and Stems ofHyssopus officinalisL. Var.angustifolius. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD PROPERTIES 2013. [DOI: 10.1080/10942912.2011.578319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Nabavi SF, Nabavi SM, Ebrahimzadeh MA, Eslami B, Jafari N. In Vitro Antioxidant and Antihemolytic Activities of Hydroalcoholic Extracts of Allium scabriscapum Boiss. & Ky. Aerial Parts and Bulbs. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD PROPERTIES 2013. [DOI: 10.1080/10942912.2011.565902] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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- Seyed Fazel Nabavi
- Applied Biotechnology Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- National Elites Foundation of Iran, Tehran, Iran
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- Applied Biotechnology Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- National Elites Foundation of Iran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Biology, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Islamic Azad University, Ghaemshahr, Iran
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Nabavi SF, Nabavi SM, Ebrahimzadeh MA, Jafari N, Yazdanpanah S. Biological Activities of Freshwater Algae,Spirogyra singularisNordstedt. JOURNAL OF AQUATIC FOOD PRODUCT TECHNOLOGY 2013. [DOI: 10.1080/10498850.2011.624292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Rabiei K, Bekhradnia S, Nabavi S, Nabavi S, Ebrahimzadeh M. Antioxidant activity of polyphenol and ultrasonic extracts from fruits ofCrataegus pentagynasubsp.elburensis. Nat Prod Res 2012; 26:2353-7. [DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2012.658799] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Craciunescu O, Constantin D, Gaspar A, Toma L, Utoiu E, Moldovan L. Evaluation of antioxidant and cytoprotective activities of Arnica montana L. and Artemisia absinthium L. ethanolic extracts. Chem Cent J 2012; 6:97. [PMID: 22958433 PMCID: PMC3472325 DOI: 10.1186/1752-153x-6-97] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2012] [Accepted: 08/23/2012] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Arnica montana L. and Artemisia absinthium L. (Asteraceae) are medicinal plants native to temperate regions of Europe, including Romania, traditionally used for treatment of skin wounds, bruises and contusions. In the present study, A. montana and A. absinthium ethanolic extracts were evaluated for their chemical composition, antioxidant activity and protective effect against H2O2-induced oxidative stress in a mouse fibroblast-like NCTC cell line. RESULTS A. absinthium extract showed a higher antioxidant capacity than A. montana extract as Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity, Oxygen radical absorbance capacity and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl free radical-scavenging activity, in correlation with its flavonoids and phenolic acids content. Both plant extracts had significant effects on the growth of NCTC cells in the range of 10-100 mg/L A. montana and 10-500 mg/L A. absinthium. They also protected fibroblast cells against hydrogen peroxide-induced oxidative damage, at the same doses. The best protection was observed in cell pre-treatment with 10 mg/L A. montana and 10-300 mg/L A. absinthium, respectively, as determined by Neutral red and lactate dehydrogenase assays. In addition, cell pre-treatment with plant extracts, at these concentrations, prevented morphological changes induced by hydrogen peroxide. Flow-cytometry analysis showed that pre-treatment with A. montana and A. absinthium extracts restored the proportion of cells in each phase of the cell cycle. CONCLUSIONS A. montana and A. absinthium extracts, rich in flavonoids and phenolic acids, showed a good antioxidant activity and cytoprotective effect against oxidative damage in fibroblast-like cells. These results provide scientific support for the traditional use of A. montana and A. absinthium in treatment of skin disorders.
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- Oana Craciunescu
- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, National Institute of Research and Development for Biological Sciences, 296, Splaiul Independentei, 060031, Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, National Institute of Research and Development for Biological Sciences, 296, Splaiul Independentei, 060031, Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, National Institute of Research and Development for Biological Sciences, 296, Splaiul Independentei, 060031, Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, National Institute of Research and Development for Biological Sciences, 296, Splaiul Independentei, 060031, Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, National Institute of Research and Development for Biological Sciences, 296, Splaiul Independentei, 060031, Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, National Institute of Research and Development for Biological Sciences, 296, Splaiul Independentei, 060031, Bucharest, Romania
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Nabavi SF, Nabavi SM, Moghaddam AH, Naqinezhad A, Bigdellou R, Mohammadzadeh S. Protective effects of Allium paradoxum against gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity in mice. Food Funct 2012; 3:28-9. [DOI: 10.1039/c1fo10173k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Protective Effects of Curcumin against Fluoride-Induced Oxidative Stress in the Rat Brain. NEUROPHYSIOLOGY+ 2011. [DOI: 10.1007/s11062-011-9228-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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