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Hypoglycemic Effect of the Rhizomes of Smilax glabra in Normal and Diabetic Mice.

Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 1997
The hypoglycemic effect of the rhizomes of Smilax glabra ROXBURGH (Liliaceae) was investigated in normal and KK-Ay mice, one of the animal models of non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) with hyperinsulinemia. The methanol extract of rhizomes of Smilax glabra ROXBURGH (SM, 100 mg/kg body weight) reduced the blood glucose of normal mice 4 h ...
FUKUNAGA, Tomoji, MIURA, Toshihiro, FURUTA, Ko, KATO, Atsushi   +3 more
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Engeletin protects against cerebral ischemia/reperfusion injury by modulating the VEGF/vasohibin and Ang-1/Tie-2 pathways

Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research, 2021
Engeletin is a natural derivative of Smilax glabra rhizomilax that exhibits anti-inflammatory activity and suppresses lipid peroxidation. In the present study, we sought to elucidate the mechanistic basis for the neuroprotective and pro-angiogenic ...
Hui Liu, Shucui Li, Yangyang Xu, Xin Wang, Rui Ren, Haibo Zhu, Shuping Zhang   +6 more
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Smilax glabra Roxb.: A Review of Its Traditional Usages, Phytochemical Constituents, Pharmacological Properties, and Clinical Applications

Drug Design, Development and Therapy, 2022
Hao Wu,1,* Yu Wang,1,* Bing Zhang,1,2 Yao-lei Li,1 Zhi-xin Ren,1 Jing-jian Huang,1 Zhi-qi Zhang,1 Zhi-jian Lin,1 Xiao-meng Zhang1 1Department of Clinical Chinese Pharmacy, School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine ...
Wu H, Wang Y, Zhang B, Li YL, Ren ZX, Huang JJ, Zhang ZQ, Lin ZJ, Zhang XM   +8 more
doaj  

Interannual dynamic resource selection patterns of the northern bobwhite in a region with poor edaphic conditions

Wildlife Biology, EarlyView.
Understanding an organism's shifting resource needs throughout its life cycle is crucial for developing effective conservation strategies. Northern bobwhite Colinus virginianus populations have been declining for nearly a century due largely to habitat loss/degradation.
Autumn S. Randall, Theron M. Terhune, Darin J. McNeil   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Distinguishing Dioscorea and Smilax species as potential Hua-Khao-Yen using DNA barcoding coupled with high resolution melting analysis (Bar-HRM)

Phytomedicine Plus
Background: Hua-Khao-Yen (HKY) refers to a group of Thai medicinal plants valued for their pharmaceutical properties, commonly obtained from the rhizomes of five species: Dioscorea birmanica, Dioscorea membranacea, Smilax corbularia, Smilax glabra, and ...
Anocha Poommouang, Theeradon Ninson, Tanapat Tamee, Pranee Nangngam, Nattakanwadee Khumpirapang, Kittisak Buddhachat   +5 more
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Dietary and Ranging Behavior of Semi‐Free Ranging Lemur catta and Varecia rubra at Myakka City Lemur Reserve, Florida, USA

Zoo Biology, EarlyView.
Betsiboka, a female red ruffed lemur (Varecia rubra) eating Carolina redroot in the Tower forest. ABSTRACT Lemurs are severely threatened due to anthropogenic habitat loss and climate change. Therefore, understanding how lemurs adapt their diets to novel habitats is critically important for maintaining healthy wild populations and effectively managing ...
Ethan Gulledge, Hannah L. Lyles, Lydia E. O. Light, Taylor Fisher, Elizabeth Gandy, Bruce Holst, Timothy D. Bransford, Erik R. Patel   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Fluoride‐Free Mouthwashes Available Over‐The‐Counter in the US‐An Overview

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Purpose Fluoride‐free mouthwashes (FFM) are commonly used by patients for a variety of cosmetic and/or therapeutic reasons. The purpose of this study was to investigate the composition and purposes of FFM available over‐the‐counter in the US.
Astrid C. Valdivia‐Tapia, Jaime A. Cury, Antonio P. Ricomini‐Filho, Frank Lippert   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Harnessing Natural Compounds in Psoriasis: Targeting Cellular Pathways for Effective Therapy

Phytotherapy Research, Volume 40, Issue 8, Page 4759-4791, August 2026.
Natural compounds act on key cellular pathways in psoriasis by suppressing keratinocyte hyperproliferation, modulating Th17/IL‐17‐mediated immune responses, and reducing oxidative stress. These multi‐target effects highlight their potential as safer adjunctive therapies alongside conventional treatments.
Hye Jin Lee, Yu Jin So, Il‐Joo Jo, Ji Yong Jang, Tae Han Yook, Jun Ho Lee, Sung Wook Kim, Kangwook Lee, Soo Jung Park, Gabsik Yang   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Botanical inventory of the early book herbaria of Leonhard Rauwolf from southern France and northern Italy (1560–1563)

TAXON, Volume 75, Issue 4, August 2026.
Abstract Sixteenth‐century herbaria are the oldest plant collections that survive today and, as such, they provide valuable insights in past floras and historical botanical interactions. One of the most fascinating still extant 16th‐century herbaria is the four‐volume collection of the German physician, botanist and traveler Leonhard Rauwolf (1535 ...
Anastasia Stefanaki, Alice Bertin, Marco Wind, Tilmann Walter, Anne Jansen, Tinde van Andel   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Exploring Floristic Diversity and Medicinal Plant Uses in Venda, Limpopo, South Africa

Feddes Repertorium, Volume 137, Issue 2, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Plants have been an important source of medicine for thousands of years. To better understand the current diversity and usage of medicinal plants, floristic studies are essential. This report documents an expedition conducted in the Venda region of Limpopo, South Africa. The study was carried out in Shanzha and surrounding villages, as well as
Gurusamy Manikandan, Iliassou L. Mouafon, David R. Katerere   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source