Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 20, 2024
Abstract
The
emergence
of
nanotechnology
has
significantly
promoted
the
development
medical
field,
and
nanomedicines
broadened
application
potential
existing
drugs.
However,
at
present,
many
new
types
suffer
from
poor
stability,
uncertain
safety,
complex
preparation
processes,
high
costs.
nano‐
Chinese
herbal
medicines
(CHMs)
provided
ideas
for
nanomedicines.
Nano‐CHMs
are
simple
to
prepare,
easily
accessible,
possess
stable
reliable
safety.
This
review
highlighted
nanoparticles
with
pharmacological
activities
important
material
basis
CHM
formula
decoctions.
Given
composition
formulas,
article
further
presented
nanoaggregates
exosome‐like
vesicle
nanostructures
in
single
herbs,
self‐assembly
effect
natural
compounds.
For
first
time,
this
systematically
introduced
characteristics
formulas
herbs
then
compounds,
nano‐aggregates
unclear
components
structures
self‐assembled
supramolecular
materials.
It
also
summarized
problems
be
solved
research
CHMs
applications,
aiming
provide
guidance
modernization
‐related
nanoparticles.
Biomolecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(7), P. 836 - 836
Published: July 11, 2024
Polyphenols
are
natural
bioactives
occurring
in
medicinal
and
aromatic
plants
food
beverages
of
plant
origin.
Compared
with
conventional
therapies,
plant-derived
phytochemicals
more
affordable
accessible
have
no
toxic
side
effects.
Thus,
pharmaceutical
research
is
increasingly
inclined
to
discover
study
new
innovative
molecules
for
the
treatment
several
chronic
human
diseases,
like
type
2
diabetes
mellitus
(T2DM)
osteoporosis.
These
pathological
conditions
characterized
by
a
inflammatory
state
persistent
oxidative
stress,
which
interconnected
lead
development
worsening
these
two
health
disorders.
Oral
nano
delivery
strategies
been
used
improve
bioavailability
polyphenols
allow
exert
their
antioxidant,
anti-inflammatory,
anti-diabetic,
pro-osteogenic
biological
activities
vivo
experimental
models
patients.
commonly
formulations
nutraceuticals,
can
counteract
detrimental
effects
T2DM
osteoporosis
pathologies.
This
review
describes
that
protective
against
through
modulation
specific
molecular
markers
pathways.
could
be
as
adjuvants,
combination
synthetic
drugs,
future
develop
therapeutic
Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(5), P. 735 - 735
Published: March 4, 2024
Background:
Periodontitis
is
an
inflammatory
condition
initiated
by
oral
bacteria
and
associated
with
several
systemic
diseases.
Quercetin
anti-inflammatory
anti-bacterial
poly-phenol
present
in
various
foods.
The
aim
of
this
meta-analysis
was
the
evaluation
effects
quercetin
administration
animal
models
experimental
periodontitis.
Methods:
A
systematic
search
performed
electronic
databases
using
following
terms:
“periodontitis”
or
“periodontal
disease”
“gingivitis”
“quercetin”
“cyanidanol”
“sophoretin”
“pentahydroxyflavone”.
In
vivo
preclinical
periodontal
disease
a
measurement
alveolar
bone
loss
were
included
analysis.
risk
bias
studies
assessed
SYRCLE
tool.
Results:
yielded
335
results.
Five
included,
four
them
qualified
for
meta-analysis.
showed
that
decreased
(τ2
=
0.31,
1.88
mm
95%CI:
1.09,
2.67)
models.
However,
assessment
indicated
domains
had
high
bias.
Conclusions:
diminishes
prevents
progression
disease.
might
facilitate
tissue
hemostasis
reducing
senescent
cells,
decreasing
oxidative
stress
via
SIRT1-induced
autophagy,
limiting
inflammation,
fostering
bacterial
microenvironment
symbiotic
microbiota
health.
Future
research
will
show
whether
how
promising
results
can
be
translated
into
clinical
treatment
Alzheimer s & Dementia,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 27, 2025
Abstract
Alzheimer's
disease
(AD)
is
a
degenerative
characterized
by
progressive
cognitive
dysfunction.
The
strong
link
between
nutrition
and
the
occurrence
progression
of
AD
pathology
has
been
well
documented.
Poor
nutritional
status
accelerates
progress
potentially
aggravating
amyloid
beta
(Aβ)
tau
deposition,
exacerbating
oxidative
stress
response,
modulating
microbiota–gut–brain
axis,
disrupting
blood–brain
barrier
function.
advanced
stage
tends
to
lead
malnutrition
due
impairments,
sensory
dysfunctions,
brain
atrophy,
behavioral
psychological
symptoms
dementia
(BPSD).
This,
in
turn,
produces
vicious
cycle
AD.
This
review
discusses
how
factors
deteriorate
each
other
from
early
terminal
stages
AD,
focusing
on
potential
different
levels
factors,
ranging
micronutrients
diet
patterns.
provides
novel
insights
into
reducing
risk
delaying
its
progression,
improving
prognosis.
Highlights
Two‐fifths
cases
worldwide
have
attributed
modifiable
factors.
Up
≈26%
community‐dwelling
patients
with
are
malnourished,
compared
7%∼76%
institutionalized
patients.
Undernutrition
effects
onset,
prognosis
through
multiple
mechanisms.
Various
supports
were
confirmed
be
protective
for
via
specific
Medicinal Research Reviews,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
44(5), P. 2078 - 2111
Published: March 26, 2024
Abstract
As
the
world
population
ages,
there
will
be
an
increasing
need
for
effective
therapies
aging‐associated
neurodegenerative
disorders,
which
remain
untreatable.
Dementia
due
to
Alzheimer's
disease
(AD)
is
one
of
leading
neurological
diseases
in
aging
population.
Current
therapeutic
approaches
treat
this
disorder
are
solely
symptomatic,
making
new
molecular
entities
acting
on
causes
extremely
urgent.
One
potential
solutions
use
compounds
that
already
market.
The
structures
have
known
pharmacokinetics,
pharmacodynamics,
toxicity
profiles,
and
patient
data
available
several
countries.
Several
drugs
been
used
successfully
different
from
their
original
purposes,
such
as
autoimmunity
peripheral
inflammation.
Herein,
we
divulge
repurposing
area
diseases,
focusing
antineoplastics
dementia
AD
dementia.
We
briefly
touch
upon
shared
pathological
mechanism
between
cancer
drug
strategies,
with
a
focus
artificial
intelligence.
Next,
bring
out
current
status
research
development
drugs,
provide
supporting
evidence
retrospective,
clinical,
preclinical
studies
antineoplastic
use,
areas,
prion‐like
spreading
pathologies
treating
AD.
Biochemical Society Transactions,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
52(3), P. 1275 - 1291
Published: May 30, 2024
Parkinsonism
is
the
primary
type
of
movement
disorder
in
adults,
encompassing
a
set
clinical
symptoms,
including
rigidity,
tremors,
dystonia,
bradykinesia,
and
postural
instability.
These
symptoms
are
primarily
caused
by
deficiency
dopamine
(DA),
an
essential
neurotransmitter
brain.
Currently,
DA
precursor
levodopa
(synthetic
L-DOPA)
standard
medication
to
treat
deficiency,
but
it
only
addresses
rather
than
provides
cure.
In
this
review,
we
provide
overview
disorders
associated
with
dysregulation
particularly
Parkinson's
disease
rare
inherited
leading
predominantly
dystonia
and/or
parkinsonism,
even
childhood.
Although
relatively
effective
for
management
motor
dysfunctions,
less
severe
forms
parkinsonism
also
side
effects
loss
efficacy
over
time.
We
present
ongoing
efforts
reinforce
effect
develop
innovative
therapies
that
target
underlying
pathogenic
mechanisms
affecting
synthesis
transport,
increasing
neurotransmission
through
disease-modifying
approaches,
such
as
cell-based
therapies,
nucleic
acid-
protein-based
biologics,
small
molecules.
Pharmacological Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
207, P. 107324 - 107324
Published: July 24, 2024
This
review
rigorously
assesses
the
burgeoning
research
into
role
of
polyphenols
in
modulating
mitophagy,
an
essential
cellular
mechanism
for
targeted
removal
impaired
mitochondria.
These
natural
compounds,
known
their
low
toxicity,
are
underscored
potential
therapeutic
strategies
against
a
diverse
array
diseases,
such
as
neurodegenerative,
cardiovascular,
and
musculoskeletal
disorders.
The
analysis
penetrates
deeply
molecular
mechanisms
whereby
promote
particularly
by
influencing
crucial
signaling
pathways
transcriptional
regulators,
including
phosphatase
tensin
homolog
(PTEN)
induced
putative
kinase
1
(PINK1)/parkin
forkhead
box
O3
(FOXO3a)
pathways.
Noteworthy
discoveries
include
neuroprotective
properties
resveratrol
curcumin,
which
affect
both
autophagic
mitochondrial
dynamics,
pioneering
integration
with
other
substances
to
amplify
effectiveness.
Furthermore,
confronts
issue
polyphenol
bioavailability
emphasizes
imperative
clinical
trials
corroborate
viability.
By
delivering
exhaustive
synthesis
contemporary
insights
recent
advancements
mitophagy
research,
this
endeavors
catalyze
additional
foster
creation
innovative
modalities
that
exploit
distinctive
attributes
manage
prevent
disease.
Journal of Umm Al-Qura University for Applied Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Sept. 18, 2024
Abstract
Senescence,
often
known
as
ageing,
is
a
condition
of
decline
that
shows
itself
decrease
in
fertility
and
survival
at
older
ages.
Ageing
theory
suggests
ageing
evolves
function
life
history
optimization
or
because
mutation
pressure,
depending
on
the
degree
externally
imposed
mortality
shocks
to
fertility.
An
important
key
factor
many
aging-related
disorders
(ARDs),
such
hypertension,
myocardial
infarction,
atherosclerosis,
osteoporosis,
cancer,
neurodegenerative
diseases
like
Alzheimer’s
Parkinson’s
disease,
process
influenced
by
countless
biological
genetic
pathways.
While
there
have
been
significant
advancements
therapeutics
for
age-related
disorders,
nutritional
therapy,
encasing
various
products
from
natural
sources
recommended
durable
fruitful
treatment.
Numerous
health
advantages
date
palm,
Phoenix
dactylifera
,
well-documented.
These
include
antioxidant,
anti-inflammatory,
cardioprotective,
neuroprotective
activity.
Phytochemical
analysis
palm
demonstrates
lot
beneficial
nutraceuticals
can
ameliorate
ARDs
polyphenols,
phytosterols,
carotenoids,
flavonoids,
terpenoids,
fatty
acids,
carbohydrates,
vitamins,
amino
acids
etc.
The
major
signaling
molecular
pathways
which
these
phytoconstituents
exert
their
anti-ageing
effects
terminating
inflammation
blocking
release
IL-6,
TNF-α
clearance
Aβ
plaques
diseases;
ACE-II
HMG-CoA
cardio-protection;
regulating
RANK,
p38MAPK-Runx2
pathways,
insulin-growth
factor-1
(IGF-1)
osteoporosis.
However,
research
benefits
still
lacking.
purpose
this
review
shed
light
activities
explore
its
remedial
mechanisms.