Anti-inflammatory and non ulcerogenic activities of acetylbergenin

Chemistry and Pharmacology of Bergenin or Its Derivatives: A Promising Molecule

Bergenin is a glycosidic derivative of trihydroxybenzoic acid that was discovered in 1880 by Garreau and Machelart from the rhizomes of the medicinal plant Bergenia crassifolia (currently: Saxifraga crassifolia—Saxifragaceae), though was later isolated from several other plant sources. Since its first report, it has aroused interest because it has several pharmacological activities, mainly antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. In addition to this, bergenin has shown potential antimalarial, antileishmanial, trypanocidal, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, antinociceptive, antiarthritic, antiulcerogenic, antidiabetic/antiobesity, antiarrhythmic, anticancer, hepatoprotective, neuroprotective and cardioprotective activities. Thus, this review aimed to describe the sources of isolation of bergenin and its in vitro and in vivo biological and pharmacological activities. Bergenin is distributed in many plant species (at least 112 species belonging to 34 families). Both its derivatives (natural and semisynthetic) and extracts with phytochemical proof of its highest concentration are well studied, and none of the studies showed cytotoxicity for healthy cells.

Endopleura uchi - A review about its nutritional compounds, biological activities and production market

Endopleura uchi (Huber) Cuatrec, known as uxi, is a native plant from the Amazon region, which has been used by locals for some pathology treatments. This review aimed to find the main uxi studies carried out in scientific literature. This compilation includes the biological activities that have been proven, parts of the plant that were exploited, as well as its nutritional properties. Uxi fruit has compounds, such as vitamins A and E, minerals, bioactive phenolic and organic acids, along with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, antidiabetic, and anti-cholesterol actions. Some E. uchi extract activities have been reported, such as: α-glucosidase and cyclooxygenases (COX1/COX2) inhibitions, in addition to anti-bactericidal properties. The isocoumarin compound, bergenin is responsible for many of the reported biological activities of this species. E. uchi can be used for manufacturing products in food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries, demonstrating its worth, regional economic growth, along the potential to dominate the worldwide market.