scholarly journals Flavonoids and Phenolic Acids from Oregano: Occurrence, Biological Activity and Health Benefits

Plants ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 2 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erick Gutiérrez-Grijalva ◽  
Manuel Picos-Salas ◽  
Nayely Leyva-López ◽  
Marilyn Criollo-Mendoza ◽  
Gabriela Vazquez-Olivo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Biological Activity ◽  
Phenolic Acids ◽  
Health Benefits

scholarly journals Extracts of Emmer Wheatgrass Grown with Distilled Water, Salinity or Selenium Differently Affect Germination and Cytosolic Ca2+ of Maize Pollen

Agronomy ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 633
Author(s):  
Alberto Marco Del Pino ◽  
Beatrice Falcinelli ◽  
Roberto D’Amato ◽  
Daniela Businelli ◽  
Paolo Benincasa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Biological Activity ◽  
Phenolic Acids ◽  
Triticum Turgidum ◽  
Germination Rate ◽  
Biological Response ◽  
Pollen Grains ◽  
Water Salinity ◽  
Distilled Water ◽  
Agonist Activity ◽  
Maize Pollen

In this work, the biological activity of emmer (Triticum turgidum L. spp. dicoccum (Schrank ex Shubler) Thell.) wheatgrass extracts obtained from grains sprouted with distilled water, or salinity (50 mM) or selenium (45 mg L−1 of Na2SeO3), was tested through an experimental biological model based on the germination and cytosolic Ca2+ homeostasis of maize pollen grains. The effects of thapsigargin (TG) and of four phenolic acids (PAs: ferulic, coumaric, salicylic and 3-HO benzoic) on maize pollen were also tested as controls. Wheatgrass extracts influenced both pollen cytosolic Ca2+ and germination. The Ca2+ agonist activity of emmer wheatgrass was transient, different from that of TG, which caused a depletion of the stored Ca2+ and a permanent alteration of Ca2+ homeostasis. The results obtained with extracts compared to those obtained with pure PAs suggest that PAs in unconjugated forms, which are known to be well represent in emmer wheatgrass, contribute to the biological activity of extracts. The extent of the biological response of emmer wheatgrass extracts was influenced by emmer sprouting conditions (i.e., distilled water, or salinity or selenium). Maize pollen treated with Se-enriched wheatgrass extracts showed a less perturbed cytosolic Ca2+ and a higher germination rate.

scholarly journals Phytochemicals and Biological Activity of Desert Date (Balanites aegyptiaca (L.) Delile)

Plants ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 32
Author(s):  
Hosakatte Niranjana Murthy ◽  
Guggalada Govardhana Yadav ◽  
Yaser Hassan Dewir ◽  
Abdullah Ibrahim
Keyword(s):  
Biological Activity ◽  
Middle East ◽  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Phenolic Acids ◽  
Tree Species ◽  
Indian Subcontinent ◽  
Therapeutic Agents ◽  
Root Bark ◽  
Balanites Aegyptiaca ◽  
Anti Inflammatory

Many underutilized tree species are good sources of food, fodder and possible therapeutic agents. Balanites aegyptiaca (L.) Delile belongs to the Zygophyllaceae family and is popularly known as “desert date”, reflecting its edible fruits. This tree grows naturally in Africa, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent. Local inhabitants use fruits, leaves, roots, stem and root bark of the species for the treatment of various ailments. Several research studies demonstrate that extracts and phytochemicals isolated from desert date display antioxidant, anticancer, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, hepatoprotective and molluscicidal activities. Mesocarp of fruits, seeds, leaves, stem and root bark are rich sources of saponins. These tissues are also rich in phenolic acids, flavonoids, coumarins, alkaloids and polysterols. Some constituents show antioxidant, anticancer and antidiabetic properties. The objective of this review is to summarize studies on diverse bioactive compounds and the beneficial properties of B. aegyptiaca.

scholarly journals Factors affecting intake, metabolism and health benefits of phenolic acids: do we understand individual variability?

2019 ◽  
Vol 59 (4) ◽  
pp. 1275-1293 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andreia Bento-Silva ◽  
Ville M. Koistinen ◽  
Pedro Mena ◽  
Maria R. Bronze ◽  
Kati Hanhineva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Phenolic Acids ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Individual Variability ◽  
Factors Affecting

scholarly journals The dose–response effect on polyphenol bioavailability after intake of white and red wine pomace products by Wistar rats

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 1661-1671 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gisela Gerardi ◽  
Mónica Cavia-Saiz ◽  
M. Dolores Rivero-Pérez ◽  
María Luisa González-SanJosé ◽  
Pilar Muñiz
Keyword(s):  
Phenolic Acids ◽  
Dose Response ◽  
Wistar Rats ◽  
Red Wine ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Response Effect ◽  
Dose Response Effect ◽  
By Products

Wine pomace by-products are an important source of phenolic acids with health benefits and its bioavailability can differ between products and doses.

Health Benefits of Dietary Chronobiotics: Beyond Resynchronizing Internal Clocks

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Junqing Huang ◽  
Muwen Lu ◽  
Chi-Tang Ho
Keyword(s):  
Biological Activity ◽  
Circadian Clock ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Whole Body ◽  
Hormone Release ◽  
Metabolic Processes ◽  
Activity Rhythms ◽  
Enzyme Functions ◽  
External Signals

The internal circadian clock in mammals drives whole-body biological activity rhythms. The clock reflects changes in external signals by controlling enzyme functions and hormone release involved in metabolic processes. Thus,...

scholarly journals Sugarcane rind: applications and health benefits: a review

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Yue Luo ◽  
Shiming Li ◽  
Chi-Tang Ho
Keyword(s):  
Coronary Disease ◽  
Phenolic Acids ◽  
Industrial Waste ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Fatty Alcohols ◽  
Comprehensive Review ◽  
Action Mechanisms ◽  
Long Chain

Sugarcane rind is usually treated as an industrial waste. However, it contains valuable phytochemicals that can be extracted and utilized. Herein we provide a comprehensive review about application and health benefits of the phytochemicals in sugarcane rind, including polyphenols, flavonoids, especially anthocyanins, phenolic acids, long chain fatty alcohols particularly 1-octacosanol, phytosterols and fiber. Various bioactivities are associated with these phytochemicals, such as antioxidant, anticancer, antivirus, inhibition of inflammatory, and attenuation of the risk of cardiovascular and coronary disease. However, further studies are warranted to focus on health benefits of sugarcane rind and to elucidate their action mechanisms.

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