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Organic compounds isolated and extracted from the body of naturally existing organisms are collectively known as natural products. They are formed through photosynthesis and biochemical reaction inside the bodies of animals and plants. For example, starch comes from the seeds, stems and roots block of plants; meat, dairy products, eggs and cereals, beans are the basic source of protein; many drugs such as ephedrine, menthol and gall bladder are extracted from the corresponding organisms; indigo blue dye, red dye alizarin are respectively extracted from natural indigo leafs and madder; natural spices musk, jasmine, and rose also originate from the corresponding animal and plant body. The Chengdu Institute of Biology (Chinese academy of sciences) had promoted the research aspects of the natural products from the early 1960s, starting large-scale resources investigation of plants, amphibians, reptiles and microorganisms, mastering a lot of biological resources information in the southwest and the surrounding area. In the research aspect of active ingredients of natural medicinal plant, people have carried out research on the chemical constituents of hundreds of medicinal plants, isolating and identifying of a number of natural chemical components such as saponins, terpenoids, alkaloids, and flavonoids. Through this, people have further found over 100 kinds of novel natural compounds of some new structural skeleton and successfully developed a new herbal drug “DAXXK” for the treatment of cardiovascular disease. It has achieved good sales around the country with a total output value of 2.7 billion yuan and profits of 1.1 billion.

Globe thistle, Canada thistle, Milk thistle, and Star thistle

Thistle is the common name of a group of flowering plants characterized by leaves with sharp prickles on the margins, mostly in the family Asteraceae.

Apr 9,2024  Natural Products

The introduction of 3,4-Dimethoxybenzoic acid (Veratric acid)

Veratric acid (VA; 3,4-Dimethoxybenzoic acid) is a natural compound isolated from Sparassis crispa (cauliflower mushroom), which is an edible mushroom containing b-glucan that enhances anti-tumor resp

Mar 27,2024  Natural Products

What are the benefits of ArganOil for skin and hair?

Argania spinosa kernel oil (Argan oil) is an amber-colored oil derived from the kernels of the argan tree (Argania spinosa), used for its composition of unsaturated fatty acids to nourish and protect

Mar 6,2024  Natural Products

Q:Is Quercetin and Quercitrin the same?

A:Quercetin is the most common flavonoid, existing primarily in its glycoside form as quercitrin (3-rhamnoside).

Feb 6,2024  Natural Products

Urolithin A: A Natural Gut Microbiome-Derived Metabolite

Urolithin A, derived from foods like pomegranates, shows potential in promoting health, mitigating diseases, and enhancing longevity.

Jan 2,2024  Natural Products

Anti-aging effects of Bakuchiol

Bakuchiol (BAK), a meroterpene phenol abundant in the plant Psoralea corylifolia, is an emerging cosmeceutical agent with promising anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties.

Dec 26,2023  Natural Products

The benefits of the naturally occurring substance-Capsaicin

Capsaicin is a naturally occurring substance derived from the plants of the genus Capsicum. This substance has many benefits and some side effects.

Dec 14,2023  Natural Products

Cinnamic acid: Toxicity, Pharmacokinetics and Application

Cinnamic acid is an unsaturated carboxylic acid, and is used in flavorings, synthetic indigo, and certain pharmaceuticals.

Apr 14,2023  Natural Products

(1R)-(-)-10-Camphorsulfonic acid: Synthesis, application, pharmacokinetics and toxicity

(1R)-(-)-10-Camphorsulfonic acid is prepared from camphor by sulfonation reaction. It is a Chinese herbal reference and chemical intermediates.

Apr 11,2023  Natural Products

Nobiletin benefits

Nobiletin has been proved biological activitys such as having antitumor, antiviral, blood sugar lowering, neuroprotective, its active anticancer report mainly for breast carcinoma, hepatocarcinoma, ga

Dec 15,2022  Natural Products
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