Antidiabetic activities of aqueous ethanol and n-butanol fraction of Moringa stenopetala leaves in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diabetes is a growing burden in sub-Saharan Africa where traditional medicines (TMs) remain a primary form of healthcare in many settings. In Tanzania, TMs are frequently used to treat non-communicable diseases, yet little is known about TM practices for non-communicable diseases like diabetes. METHODS:Betw...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Lunyera J,Wang D,Maro V,Karia F,Boyd D,Omolo J,Patel UD,Stanifer JW,Comprehensive Kidney Disease Assessment For Risk factors, epidemiology, Knowledge, and Attitudes (CKD AFRiKA) Study.

更新日期：2016-08-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Threatened miscarriage involves vaginal bleeding in a pregnancy that remains viable. This is a common early pregnancy complication with increased risk factors for early pregnancy loss, preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM), preterm delivery, low birth weight babies and maternal antepartum haemorrhag...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Betts D,Smith CA,Hannah DG

更新日期：2012-03-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bitter cumin (Centratherum anthelminticum (L.) Kuntze), is a medicinally important plant. Earlier, we have reported phenolic compounds, antioxidant, and anti-hyperglycemic, antimicrobial activity of bitter cumin. In this study we have further characterized the antioxidative activity of bitter cumin extracts ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Ani V,Naidu KA

更新日期：2011-05-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is characterized by chronic or relapsing immune system activation and inflammation within the gastrointestinal tract. The lack of safety and efficacy of standard therapies, the use of food supplements for managing IBD is increasing, and many studies have reported that various...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Woo JK,Choi S,Kang JH,Kim DE,Hurh BS,Jeon JE,Kim SY,Oh SH

更新日期：2016-12-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Solidago chilensis (syn. microglossa) is a plant from the Asteraceae family widely distributed in South America and used to treat inflammatory diseases. In 2009, it was listed as one of the native medicinal herbal plants used in the Brazilian public health system. In addition to its anti-inflammatory propert...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Malpezzi-Marinho ELA,Molska GR,Freire LIGP,Silva CI,Tamura EK,Berro LF,Parada CA,Marinho EAV

更新日期：2019-03-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Natural products play a significant role in human health in relation to the prevention and treatment of inflammatory conditions. One of the plants with great medicinal potentials is Diospyros kaki which is mainly cultivated in Asian countries including Korea, Japan, and China. Astringent D. kaki is a wild sp...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Choi J,Kim MJ,Komakech R,Jung H,Kang Y

更新日期：2019-09-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pain and anxiety occurring from cardiovascular disease are associated with long-term health risks. Integrative medicine (IM) therapies reduce pain and anxiety in small samples of hospitalized cardiovascular patients within randomized controlled trials; however, practice-based effectiveness research has been ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Johnson JR,Crespin DJ,Griffin KH,Finch MD,Rivard RL,Baechler CJ,Dusek JA

更新日期：2014-12-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The therapeutic use of Helleborus niger L. is manifold due to its specific phytochemical composition. Two compound groups, the ranunculin derivates including protoanemonin and the steroidal saponins, are also associated with toxicity (genotoxicity, disintegration of membrane structures). Therefore, in vitro ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Felenda JE,Turek C,Mörbt N,Herrick A,Müller MB,Stintzing FC

更新日期：2019-05-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Suo Quan Wan (SQW) is a Chinese traditional prescription that has been used in clinical treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms for centuries. However, scientific basis of SQW efficacy and mechanism is still needed. This study investigated the effect of SQW on bladder function and transient receptor potent...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Lai H,Tan B,Liang Z,Yan Q,Lian Q,Wu Q,Huang P,Cao H

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aims of this study were to evaluate the effect and mechanism of a traditional Chinese medicine formula: Tongxieyaofang (TXYF) on Rats with Post Infectious Irritable Bowel Syndrome (PI-IBS). METHODS:SD male rats in adult were used to model PI-IBS and treated with TXYF at three dosage for 14 consecutive d...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Hu X,Zhang X,Han B,Bei W

更新日期：2013-10-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Berberis vulgaris is a well known plant with traditional herbal medical history. The aims of this study was to bioscreen and compare the in vitro biological activity (antioxidant, cholinergic, antidaibetic and the anticancer) of barberry crude extract and berberine active compound. METHODS:The effect of B. ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Abd El-Wahab AE,Ghareeb DA,Sarhan EE,Abu-Serie MM,El Demellawy MA

更新日期：2013-09-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Flavonoids and other polyphenols play a protective role in liver diseases and possess a high antioxidant capacity. OBJECTIVE:To compare and evaluate the antioxidant and hepatotoprotective activities of 4 deserts plants, Fagonia indica Burm. f., Calotropis procera R.Br., Zygophylum hamiense Schweinf. and Sal...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Shehab NG,Abu-Gharbieh E,Bayoumi FA

更新日期：2015-11-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Natural products display numerous therapeutic properties (e.g., antibacterial activity), providing the population with countless benefits. Therefore, the search for novel biologically active, naturally occurring compounds is extremely important. The present paper describes the antibacterial action of the Cop...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Abrão F,de Araújo Costa LD,Alves JM,Senedese JM,de Castro PT,Ambrósio SR,Veneziani RC,Bastos JK,Tavares DC,Martins CH

更新日期：2015-12-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use is popular in former Soviet Central Asian countries including Mongolia. However, no studies are available on CAM use among patients with cancer in countries of this region. The aim of this research is to describe the prevalence and patterns of CAM use by patie...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Oyunchimeg B,Hwang JH,Ahmed M,Choi S,Han D

更新日期：2017-01-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Naturopaths are an increasingly significant part of the healthcare sector in Australia, yet despite their significant role there has been little research on this practitioner group. Currently the naturopathic profession in Australia is undergoing a period of rapid professional growth and change. However, to ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Wardle JL,Adams J,Lui CW,Steel AE

更新日期：2013-01-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most common cause of chronic liver disease and is highly prevalent in populations with metabolic conditions such as obesity and type II diabetes. Specific types of Sasang constitution can act as a risk factor for metabolic diseases, but there are no studies ad...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Lee SK,Yoon DW,Lee SW,Kim JY,Kim JK,Shin C

更新日期：2015-11-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of herbal supplements in the United States has become increasingly popular. The prevalence of herbal use among primary care patients varies in previous studies; the pattern of herbal use among urban racially/ethnically diverse primary care patients has not been widely studied. The primary objectives ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Kuo GM,Hawley ST,Weiss LT,Balkrishnan R,Volk RJ

更新日期：2004-12-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Protein kinase C regulates various cellular processes including cell proliferation, cell adhesion, apoptosis, angiogenesis, invasion, and metastasis. Activation of different PKC isozymes results in distinct cellular responses. Novel PKCs are mainly involved in apoptotic process. Atypical PKC subfamily plays ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Mishra S,Vinayak M

更新日期：2015-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transcutaneous acupoint electrical stimulation (TAES) as a needleless acupuncture has the same effect like traditional manual acupuncture. The combination of TAES and anesthesia has been proved valid in enhancing the anesthetic effects but its mechanisms are still not clear. METHODS:In this study, we invest...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Liu X,Wang J,Wang B,Wang YH,Teng Q,Yan J,Wang S,Wan Y

更新日期：2016-01-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Macrofungi have an established history of use in traditional oriental medicine. Anthracophyllum lateritium is a terrestrial macrofungus found in the dry zone forest reserves in Sri Lanka. Yet there are no scientific reports on bioactive properties of this species. Hence, the current study was aimed at determ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Fernando DM,Wijesundera RL,Soysa P,de Silva D,Nanayakkara CM

更新日期：2015-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ultraviolet radiation from sunlight induces overproduction of reactive oxygen species (ROS) resulting in skin photoaging and hyperpigmentation disorders. Novel whitening and anti-wrinkle compounds from natural products have recently become of increasing interest. The purpose of this study was to find product...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Chatatikun M,Chiabchalard A

更新日期：2017-11-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Native bees of the tribe Meliponini produce a distinct kind of propolis called geopropolis. Although many pharmacological activities of propolis have already been demonstrated, little is known about geopropolis, particularly regarding its antimicrobial activity against oral pathogens. The present study aimed...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Liberio SA,Pereira AL,Dutra RP,Reis AS,Araújo MJ,Mattar NS,Silva LA,Ribeiro MN,Nascimento FR,Guerra RN,Monteiro-Neto V

更新日期：2011-11-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gualou Xiebai Decoction (GXD) is a well-known traditional Chinese recipe. It has been used to treat cardiovascular disorders for nearly two thousand years. But there is a lack of reports on cardiac fibrosis and underlying mechanism. METHODS:Myocardial infarction was performed by ligation of left anterior de...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Ding YF,Peng YR,Shen H,Shu L,Wei YJ

更新日期：2016-02-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In ayurvedic traditional medicine Gentiana kurroo Royle (family; Gentianaceae) is used to treat several metabolic diseases. This plant is rich in various compounds belonging to flavonoids and glycosides. Till now little work has been carried out on immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory potential of this pla...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Mubashir K,Ganai BA,Ghazanfar K,Akbar S,Rah B,Tantry M,Masood A

更新日期：2017-01-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Aging is an inevitable process for all living organisms. During this process reactive oxygen species generation is increased which leads to the activation of hyaluronidase, collagenase and elastase, which can further contribute to skin aging. Four southern African medicinal plants; Clerodendrum glabrum, Scho...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Ndlovu G,Fouche G,Tselanyane M,Cordier W,Steenkamp V

更新日期：2013-11-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sanguisorbae Radix (SR) is a well-known herbal medicine used to treat inflammatory disease and skin burns in Asia. In addition, it is used to treat many types of allergic skin diseases, including urticaria, eczema, and allergic dermatitis. SR has been reported to exhibit anti-wrinkle, anti-oxidant, and anti-...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Yang JH,Yoo JM,Cho WK,Ma JY

更新日期：2016-09-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Juglans regia has been found to exhibit significant anticancer activity against various human cancer cell lines. This study was undertaken to isolate the active chemical constituent (Juglone) and to investigate its cytotoxic activity along with its various analogs against different human cancer cell lines. ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Zhang XB,Zou CL,Duan YX,Wu F,Li G

更新日期：2015-11-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Breast cancer is the most common type of malignancy in women worldwide. Euphorbia humifusa Willd (EuH) is a plant that is widely used as a traditional medicine. However, no systemic studies on the anti-cancer effects of EuH have been reported. The aim of this study is to evaluate the anti-metastatic effect o...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Shin SY,Kim CG,Jung YJ,Jung Y,Jung H,Im J,Lim Y,Lee YH

更新日期：2016-10-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dermal wound healing involves a cascade of complex events including angiogenesis and extracellular matrix remodeling. Several groups have focused in the study of the skin wound healing activity of natural products. The phytomedicine Acheflan®, and its main active constituent is the oil from Cordia verbenacea...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Perini JA,Angeli-Gamba T,Alessandra-Perini J,Ferreira LC,Nasciutti LE,Machado DE

更新日期：2015-06-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Honey is widely used in folk medicine to treat cough, fever, and inflammation. In this study, the effect of aerosolised honey on airway tissues in a rabbit model of ovalbumin (OVA)-induced asthma was investigated. The ability of honey to act either as a rescuing agent in alleviating asthma-related symptoms o...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Kamaruzaman NA,Sulaiman SA,Kaur G,Yahaya B

更新日期：2014-05-29 00:00:00