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A review on the application, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Polygonatum odoratum, an edible medicinal plant
2023 Sep Journal of Future Foods Bi J, Fang H, Zhang J, Lu L, Gu X, Zheng Y
Through a comprehensive analysis of the chemical composition and pharmacological effects, it is presumed that the main active ingredients are homoisoflavanones, polysaccharides, saponins, and lectins, and the pharmacological effects are antitumour, anticancer, antioxidant, delayed aging activity, slowing senescence, relieving fatigue and immune regulation.
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The genus Polygonatum : A review of ethnopharmacology, phytochemistry and pharmacology
2018 Mar Journal of Ethnopharmacology Zhao P, Zhao C, Li X, Gao Q, Huang L, Xiao P, et al.
Based on this review, some traditional uses of Polygonatum species have been confirmed by pharmacological studies, such as its anti-osteoporosis, neuroprotective, immunomodulatory, anti-diabetic and anti-fatigue effects. Most of the pharmacological effects of this genus can be attributed to its polysaccharides, saponins and lectins. However, to clarify the chemical differences that lead to the different traditional uses between “Huangjing” (derived from P. sibiricum, P. kingianum, P. cyrtonema) and “Yuzhu” (derived from P. odoratum), a systematic comparison of the small molecule compositions and polysaccharides of these four species is needed.
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Lectins with Potential for Anti-Cancer Therapy
2015 Feb 26 Molecules Yau T, Dan X, Ng C, Ng T
In summary, the use of lectins obtained from natural plant and animal sources shows great promise and potential for use in future cancer therapy. Current research has found strong anti-cancer effects of many lectins as shown in this article. Both apoptosis and autophagy are important factors that influence the success of lectin chemotherapy. In vitro laboratory and in vivo animal studies show promising results, but it is clear that clinical studies are necessary to advance cancer research in utilizing lectins for chemotherapeutic treatment.
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A review on the application, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Polygonatum odoratum, an edible medicinal plant
2023 Sep Journal of Future Foods Bi J, Fang H, Zhang J, Lu L, Gu X, Zheng Y
Through a comprehensive analysis of the chemical composition and pharmacological effects, it is presumed that the main active ingredients are homoisoflavanones, polysaccharides, saponins, and lectins, and the pharmacological effects are antitumour, anticancer, antioxidant, delayed aging activity, slowing senescence, relieving fatigue and immune regulation.
Review Article Yu ZhuThe genus Polygonatum : A review of ethnopharmacology, phytochemistry and pharmacology
2018 Mar Journal of Ethnopharmacology Zhao P, Zhao C, Li X, Gao Q, Huang L, Xiao P, et al.
Based on this review, some traditional uses of Polygonatum species have been confirmed by pharmacological studies, such as its anti-osteoporosis, neuroprotective, immunomodulatory, anti-diabetic and anti-fatigue effects. Most of the pharmacological effects of this genus can be attributed to its polysaccharides, saponins and lectins. However, to clarify the chemical differences that lead to the different traditional uses between “Huangjing” (derived from P. sibiricum, P. kingianum, P. cyrtonema) and “Yuzhu” (derived from P. odoratum), a systematic comparison of the small molecule compositions and polysaccharides of these four species is needed.
Review ArticleLectins with Potential for Anti-Cancer Therapy
2015 Feb 26 Molecules Yau T, Dan X, Ng C, Ng T
In summary, the use of lectins obtained from natural plant and animal sources shows great promise and potential for use in future cancer therapy. Current research has found strong anti-cancer effects of many lectins as shown in this article. Both apoptosis and autophagy are important factors that influence the success of lectin chemotherapy. In vitro laboratory and in vivo animal studies show promising results, but it is clear that clinical studies are necessary to advance cancer research in utilizing lectins for chemotherapeutic treatment.
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