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Comparative GC–MS fingerprint analysis of M. fragrans and M. argentea essential oils: Identifying potential markers for safety and quality control of nutmeg [PDF]

Food Chemistry: X
Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans Houtt.) is widely used for aromatic and medicinal properties, yet adulteration with related species, namely M. argentea compromises quality and raises health concerns.
Suthiwat Khamnuan, Aekkhaluck Intharuksa, Ampai Phrutivorapongkul, Tinnakorn Theansungnoen, Siripat Chaichit, Kannika Thongkhao, Pawitrabhorn Samutrtai, Kasirawat Sawangrat   +7 more
doaj   +2 more sources

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans Houtt.) essential oil: A review on its composition, biological, and pharmacological activities. [PDF]

Phytother Res, 2022
Abstract Myristica fragrans (Houtt.) is an evergreen tree native to the Maluku Islands, Indonesia. M. fragrans kernel is extensively used in Indian traditional medicines to treat various diseases. Several studies attempt to compile and interpret the pharmacological potential of Myristica fragrans (Houtt.) aqueous and various chemical extracts.
Ashokkumar K, Simal-Gandara J, Murugan M, Dhanya MK, Pandian A.   +4 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

Safety and efficacy of a feed additive consisting of an essential oil from the seeds of Myristica fragrans Houtt. (nutmeg oil) for all animal species (FEFANA asbl). [PDF]

EFSA J, 2023
Abstract Following a request from the European Commission, EFSA was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the safety and efficacy of an essential oil from the seeds of Myristica fragrans Houtt. (nutmeg oil), when used as a sensory additive in feed and water for drinking for all animal species. The additive contains myristicin (up to 12%), safrole (2.
EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP), Bampidis V, Azimonti G, Bastos ML, Christensen H, Durjava M, Kouba M, López-Alonso M, López Puente S, Marcon F, Mayo B, Pechová A, Petkova M, Ramos F, Sanz Y, Villa RE, Woutersen R, Brantom P, Chesson A, Schlatter J, Westendorf J, Manini P, Dusemund B.   +22 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

Genetic Diversity of Sangihe Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans Houtt.) Based on Morphological and ISSR Markers. [PDF]

Scientifica (Cairo)
Sangihe nutmeg is an important crop because of its usefulness in the pharmacology, spices and cosmetics industries. Sangihe is the oldest active subduction zone island in the Indonesia–Philippines region, where frequent tectonic earthquakes and the geographic and reproductive isolation of Sangihe nutmeg occur.
Agustina T, Chasani AR, Daryono BS, Rifqi MS.   +3 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

In Silico Models for Anti‐COVID‐19 Drug Discovery: A Systematic Review

Advances in Pharmacological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Volume 2023, Issue 1, 2023., 2023
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) is a severe worldwide pandemic. Due to the emergence of various SARS‐CoV‐2 variants and the presence of only one Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved anti‐COVID‐19 drug (remdesivir), the disease remains a mindboggling global public health problem. Developing anti‐COVID‐19 drug candidates that are effective
Okello Harrison Onyango, Benedetto Natalini   +1 more
wiley   +1 more source

NF‐κB Inhibitor Myrislignan Induces Ferroptosis of Glioblastoma Cells via Regulating Epithelial‐Mesenchymal Transformation in a Slug‐Dependent Manner

Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity, Volume 2023, Issue 1, 2023., 2023
Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most common malignant tumor of the adult central nervous system. Aberrant regulation of cell death is an important feature of GBM, and investigating the regulatory mechanisms of cell death in GBM may provide insights into development of new therapeutic strategies.
Ying Zhou, Wenxuan Qian, Xiangming Li, Wenzhi Wei, Jayeeta Ghose   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Evergreen forest types of the central plains in Cambodia: floristic composition and ecological characteristics

Nordic Journal of Botany, Volume 2022, Issue 8, August 2022., 2022
Current vegetation maps show evergreen forests of Cambodia as one homogenous forest type. However, ecological field studies in the central plains demonstrated a heterogenous mosaic of different evergreen forest types, each with a unique species composition and ecological characteristics.
Ida Theilade, Chhang Phourin, Lars Schmidt, Henrik Meilby, Martin van de Bult, Katrine Gro Friborg   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effects of dietary tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) oil and feeding patterns on the zootechnical performance and nonspecific immune response of the giant freshwater prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii)

Journal of the World Aquaculture Society, Volume 53, Issue 2, Page 542-557, April 2022., 2022
Abstract This study investigated the effects of dietary tea tree oil (TTO) supplementation and feeding patterns on the growth and nonspecific immunity of Macrobrachium rosenbergii. Prawns were randomly assigned into four patterns. Patterns 1 (P1) and 4 (P4): prawns were fed with a basal diet and basal diet supplemented with 100 mg/kg of TTO ...
Mingyang Liu, Cunxin Sun, Pao Xu, Bo Liu, Xiaochuan Zheng, Bo Liu, Qunlan Zhou   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Radioprotection of Swiss Albino Mice by Myristica fragrans houtt [PDF]

Journal of Radiation Research, 2007
Nutmeg, the dried seed kernel of Myristica fragrans, MF (Family: Myristicaceae) possesses antifungal, hepatoprotective and antioxidant properties. Its radioprotective effect against 6, 8 and 10 Gy gamma radiation was evaluated by 30 day survival assay. Regression analysis yielded LD(50/30 )as 6.83 Gy and 8.89 Gy for irradiated only and (MF + radiation)
Mini, Sharma, Madhu, Kumar
openaire   +2 more sources

Medicinal Plants Used as an Alternative to Treat Gingivitis and Periodontitis

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Volume 2022, Issue 1, 2022., 2022
For various ailments, natural remedies have been traditionally used. To defend against common disorders, medicinal plants are progressively used as nutritional supplements. Gingivitis and periodontitis are widespread and can affect most of the world’s population.
Neeraj Rani, Rajeev K. Singla, Sonia Narwal, Tanushree, Nitish Kumar, Md. Mominur Rahman, Shuli Yang   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source