A plant extract is a substance or an active with desirable properties that is removed from the tissue of a plant, usually by treating it with a solvent, to be used for a particular purpose.
Ellagic acid: Source, Chemical property, and Bioavailability
The bioactive compound mainly responsible for the health effects of pomegranate is ellagic acid (EA), as it represents one of the most potent dietary antioxidants.
Jan 3，2025 Plant extracts
Nervonic acid: Source and Benefits
Nervonic acid (C24:1 Δ15, cis-15-tetracosenoic acid, NA) is a very long-chain fatty acid whose name originated from the original discovery in mammalian nerve tissues. Nutrient plays a vital role in hu
Dec 19，2024 Plant extracts
Research progress of hesperetin in diabetes mellitus
Hesperetin holds promise as a natural compound for a promising treatment option for diabetes and related complications.
Dec 17，2024 Plant extracts
Does nanodispersion-based paclitaxel injection have better antitumor effects than paclitaxel?
Yes. Currently, researchers have developed a nanoparticle-based concentrate for injection (Nab-paclitaxel), which is a water-soluble formulation of paclitaxel.
Dec 16，2024 Plant extracts
What are the properties of dihydromyricetin and what are its health benefits?
Dihydromyricetin (DHM) is a natural flavonoid compound isolated from the traditional Chinese medicinal plant Bletilla striata.
Dec 16，2024 Plant extracts
Raspberry Ketone: Uses, Synthesis, Supplements and Benefits, Side Effects
Raspberry Ketone, chemical formula 4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-2-butanone, is a natural plant phenolic compound and the source of the characteristic aroma of raspberry fruits.
Dec 16，2024 Plant extracts
Camptothecin vs. 10-Hydroxycamptothecin: Uses and Synthesis
Camptothecin (CPT) is a pentacyclic natural alkaloid extracted from Camptotheca acuminata. CPT is a unique class of complex quinoline cytotoxins that inhibit the DNA enzyme topoisomerase I (topo I).
Dec 16，2024 Plant extracts
Gallic acid: Application and Benefits
Gallic acid is a plant polyphenol active ingredient with antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, cardioprotective, gastroprotective and neuroprotective properties, which provide a w
Dec 16，2024 Plant extracts
What are the benefits of using andrographolide supplements?
Andrographolide (AG) is a labdane diterpenoid isolated from Andrographis paniculata. Reported effects include antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, neuroprotective, and immunomodulatory effect
Dec 16，2024 Plant extracts
The Anti-cancer activity of Shikonin
Shikonin, a naphthoquinone compound, is the main effective component of Arnebiae Radix, with antitumor， anti-inflammatory， antioxidant， and other pharmacological effect.
Dec 11，2024 Plant extracts