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Liu X, Huang Q, Li W, Yu J, Yu J, Yang Y, Song H, Liu Y, Niu X, Li W. The inhibitory impact of Schisandrin on inflammation and oxidative stress alleviates LPS-induced acute kidney injury. Biotechnol Appl Biochem 2024. [PMID: 38798098 DOI: 10.1002/bab.2602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2024] [Revised: 04/16/2024] [Accepted: 05/05/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
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Inflammation and oxidative stress (OS) are the major pathogenic characteristics of acute kidney injury (AKI). Studies have shown that Schisandrin (Sch) could regulate inflammatory disease. However, the function and mechanism of Sch in AKI progression are still unknown. Here, we investigated Sch's potential effects and mechanism on mice's renal damage and macrophages induced by lipopolysaccharide (LPS). Sch decreased LPS-induced inflammatory factor production while increasing the activity of related antioxidant enzymes in macrophages and mouse kidney tissues. Hematoxylin and eosin staining revealed that Sch may have the ability to profoundly inhibit inflammatory cell invasion and tissue damage caused by LPS in renal tissue. Furthermore, Western blot and immunohistochemical studies showed that Sch exerted its effects mainly through up-regulation of nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2/heme oxygenase-1 and inhibition of Toll-like receptor 4‒mitogen-activated protein kinases/nuclear factor-kappa B pathways. Collectively, this study illustrates that Sch suppresses LPS-stimulated AKI by descending inflammation and OS, illuminating prospective AKI treatment options.
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- Xinyao Liu
- School of Pharmacy, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, P. R. China
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- School of Chinese Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, P. R. China
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Pozzo LD, Xu Z, Lin S, Wang J, Wang Y, Enechojo OS, Abankwah JK, Peng Y, Chu X, Zhou H, Bian Y. Role of epigenetics in the regulation of skin aging and geroprotective intervention: A new sight. Biomed Pharmacother 2024; 174:116592. [PMID: 38615608 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2024.116592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2024] [Revised: 04/07/2024] [Accepted: 04/10/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024] Open
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Multiple epigenetic factors play a regulatory role in maintaining the homeostasis of cutaneous components and are implicated in the aging process of the skin. They have been associated with the activation of the senescence program, which is the primary contributor to age-related decline in the skin. Senescent species drive a series of interconnected processes that impact the immediate surroundings, leading to structural changes, diminished functionality, and heightened vulnerability to infections. Geroprotective medicines that may restore the epigenetic balance represent valid therapeutic alliances against skin aging. Most of them are well-known Western medications such as metformin, nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), rapamycin, and histone deacetylase inhibitors, while others belong to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) remedies for which the scientific literature provides limited information. With the help of the Geroprotectors.org database and a comprehensive analysis of the referenced literature, we have compiled data on compounds and formulae that have shown potential in preventing skin aging and have been identified as epigenetic modulators.
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- Lisa Dal Pozzo
- School of Integrative Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin 301617, China
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- School of Integrative Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin 301617, China
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- School of Integrative Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin 301617, China
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- School of Integrative Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin 301617, China
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- School of Integrative Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin 301617, China
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- School of Integrative Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin 301617, China
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- School of Integrative Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin 301617, China
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- School of Integrative Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin 301617, China
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- School of Integrative Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin 301617, China
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- School of Integrative Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin 301617, China.
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- School of Integrative Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin 301617, China.
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Feng J, Yao Y, Qiao Y, Ma X, Wu Z, Duan Y, Di P, Chen W, Xiao Y. Effect of pinoresinol-lariciresinol reductases on biosynthesis of lignans with substrate selectivity in Schisandra chinensis. PHYTOCHEMISTRY 2024; 221:114053. [PMID: 38479587 DOI: 10.1016/j.phytochem.2024.114053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2023] [Revised: 03/06/2024] [Accepted: 03/07/2024] [Indexed: 04/08/2024]
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Schisandra lignans are the main bioactive compounds found in Schisandra chinensis fruits, such as schisandrol lignans and schisandrin lignans, which play important roles in organ protection or other clinical roles. Pinoresinol-lariciresinol reductase (PLR) plays a pivotal role in plant lignan biosynthesis, however, limited research has been conducted on S. chinensis PLR to date. This study identified five genes as ScPLR, successfully cloned their coding sequences, and elucidated their catalytic capabilities. ScPLR3-5 could recognize both pinoresinol and lariciresinol as substrates, and convert them into lariciresinol and secoisolariciresinol, respectively, while ScPLR2 exclusively catalyzed the conversion of (+)-pinoresinol into (+)-lariciresinol. Transcript-metabolite correlation analysis indicated that ScPLR2 exhibited unique properties that differed from the other members. Molecular docking and site-directed mutagenesis revealed that Phe271 and Leu40 in the substrate binding motif were crucial for the catalytic activity of ScPLR2. This study serves as a foundation for understanding the essential enzymes involved in schisandra lignan biosynthesis.
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- Jingxian Feng
- The MOE Key Laboratory for Standardization of Chinese Medicines and the SHTCM Key Laboratory for New Resources and Quality Evaluation of Chinese Medicines, The MOE Innovation Centre for Basic Medicine Research on Qi-Blood TCM Theories, Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China.
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- The MOE Key Laboratory for Standardization of Chinese Medicines and the SHTCM Key Laboratory for New Resources and Quality Evaluation of Chinese Medicines, The MOE Innovation Centre for Basic Medicine Research on Qi-Blood TCM Theories, Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China.
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- The MOE Key Laboratory for Standardization of Chinese Medicines and the SHTCM Key Laboratory for New Resources and Quality Evaluation of Chinese Medicines, The MOE Innovation Centre for Basic Medicine Research on Qi-Blood TCM Theories, Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China.
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- The MOE Key Laboratory for Standardization of Chinese Medicines and the SHTCM Key Laboratory for New Resources and Quality Evaluation of Chinese Medicines, The MOE Innovation Centre for Basic Medicine Research on Qi-Blood TCM Theories, Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China.
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- Faculty of Biology, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom.
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- The MOE Key Laboratory for Standardization of Chinese Medicines and the SHTCM Key Laboratory for New Resources and Quality Evaluation of Chinese Medicines, The MOE Innovation Centre for Basic Medicine Research on Qi-Blood TCM Theories, Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China.
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- State Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Ginseng Breeding and Application, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China.
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- The MOE Key Laboratory for Standardization of Chinese Medicines and the SHTCM Key Laboratory for New Resources and Quality Evaluation of Chinese Medicines, The MOE Innovation Centre for Basic Medicine Research on Qi-Blood TCM Theories, Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China; Department of Pharmacy, Changzheng Hospital, Naval Medical University (Second Military Medical University), Shanghai, China.
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- The MOE Key Laboratory for Standardization of Chinese Medicines and the SHTCM Key Laboratory for New Resources and Quality Evaluation of Chinese Medicines, The MOE Innovation Centre for Basic Medicine Research on Qi-Blood TCM Theories, Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China.
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Chen ZH, Liu YX, Chen ZW, Lin MD, Zhang JL, Wang Z, Sun H. Effect and mechanism of gomisin D on the isoproterenol induced myocardial injury in H9C2 cells and mice. JOURNAL OF ASIAN NATURAL PRODUCTS RESEARCH 2024; 26:604-615. [PMID: 38634612 DOI: 10.1080/10286020.2024.2336152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2023] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
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We established myocardial injury models in vivo and in vitro to investigate the cardioprotective effect of gomisin D obtained from Schisandra chinensis. Gomisin D significantly inhibited isoproterenol-induced apoptosis and hypertrophy in H9C2 cells. Gomisin D decreased serum BNP, ANP, CK-MB, cTn-T levels and histopathological alterations, and inhibited myocardial hypertrophy in mice. In mechanisms research, gomisin D reversed ISO-induced accumulation of intracellular ROS and Ca2+. Gomisin D further improved mitochondrial energy metabolism disorders by regulating the TCA cycle. These results demonstrated that gomisin D had a significant effect on isoproterenol-induced myocardial injury by inhibiting oxidative stress, calcium overload and improving mitochondrial energy metabolism.
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- Zi-Han Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Digestive Health, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100050, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Digestive Health, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100050, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Digestive Health, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100050, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Digestive Health, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100050, China
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- Drug Analysis Research Laboratory, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100050, China
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- Drug Analysis Research Laboratory, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100050, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Digestive Health, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100050, China
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Poynter ME, Mank MM, Ather JL. Obesity-associated inflammatory macrophage polarization is inhibited by capsaicin and phytolignans. Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol 2024; 326:R370-R382. [PMID: 38436058 DOI: 10.1152/ajpregu.00161.2023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Revised: 02/25/2024] [Accepted: 02/25/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Obesity is often accompanied by increased adipose tissue inflammation, a process that is partially driven by adipose tissue-resident macrophages. In this study, we explored the potential for plant-derived dietary compounds to exert anti-inflammatory effects in macrophages that alleviate obesity-associated adipocyte dysfunction. Capsaicin (CAP), schisandrin A (SA), enterodiol (END), and enterolactone (ENL) treatment polarized J774 macrophages to an "M2" or anti-inflammatory phenotype and inhibited responses to stimulation with lipopolysaccharide (LPS). Furthermore, these compounds blocked inflammasome activation when administered just before ATP-induced NLRP3 activation, as evidenced by the abrogation of IL-1β release in mouse macrophages and human peripheral blood monocytes. The addition of CAP, SA, or ENL during the differentiation of bone marrow-derived macrophages was also sufficient to inhibit LPS-induced IL-6 and TNFα production. Finally, CAP, END, and ENL treatment during differentiation of 3T3-L1 adipocytes induced an adiponectin-high phenotype accompanied by increases in thermogenic gene expression, and conditioned media from these adipocytes inhibited LPS-induced production of IL-1β, IL-6, and TNFα from J774 macrophages. These polarizing effects were partially mediated by the elevated adiponectin and decreased syndecan-4 in the adipocyte-conditioned media. These results implicate the contribution of plant-derived dietary components to the modulation of macrophages and adipocytes in obesity.NEW & NOTEWORTHY The utility of food-based products to prevent or alleviate chronic conditions such as obesity and its associated comorbidities is an attractive approach. Capsaicin, schisandrin A, enterodiol, and enterolactone, phytochemicals present in traditional medicinal food, decreased proinflammatory cytokine production from macrophages that, in turn, reduced obesity-associated adipocyte dysfunction. These results implicate the contribution of plant-derived dietary components to the modulation of macrophages and adipocytes in obesity.
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- Matthew E Poynter
- Department of Medicine, The University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont, United States
- The Vermont Lung Center, The University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont, United States
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- Department of Medicine, The University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont, United States
- The Vermont Lung Center, The University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont, United States
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- Department of Medicine, The University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont, United States
- The Vermont Lung Center, The University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont, United States
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Zhao D, Wang Y, Wu S, Ji X, Gong K, Zheng H, Zhu M. Research progress on the role of macrophages in acne and regulation by natural plant products. Front Immunol 2024; 15:1383263. [PMID: 38736879 PMCID: PMC11082307 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2024.1383263] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2024] [Accepted: 04/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/14/2024] Open
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Acne vulgaris is one of the most common skin diseases. The current understanding of acne primarily revolves around inflammatory responses, sebum metabolism disorders, aberrant hormone and receptor expression, colonization by Cutibacterium acnes, and abnormal keratinization of follicular sebaceous glands. Although the precise mechanism of action remains incompletely understood, it is plausible that macrophages exert an influence on these pathological features. Macrophages, as a constituent of the human innate immune system, typically manifest distinct phenotypes across various diseases. It has been observed that the polarization of macrophages toward the M1 phenotype plays a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of acne. In recent years, extensive research on acne has revealed an increasing number of natural remedies exhibiting therapeutic efficacy through the modulation of macrophage polarization. This review investigates the role of cutaneous macrophages, elucidates their potential significance in the pathogenesis of acne, a prevalent chronic inflammatory skin disorder, and explores the therapeutic mechanisms of natural plant products targeting macrophages. Despite these insights, the precise role of macrophages in the pathogenesis of acne remains poorly elucidated. Subsequent investigations in this domain will further illuminate the pathogenesis of acne and potentially offer guidance for identifying novel therapeutic targets for this condition.
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- Dan Zhao
- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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Qiang T, Chen Y, Li B, Dong Y, Wei X, Liu J, Zhang B, Liu H, Xiao P. Transcriptome-wide analysis of PIP reductase gene family identified a phenylpropene synthase crucial for the biosynthesis of dibenzocyclooctadiene lignans in Schisandra chinensis. Synth Syst Biotechnol 2024; 9:78-87. [PMID: 38283950 PMCID: PMC10819558 DOI: 10.1016/j.synbio.2023.11.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Revised: 11/25/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/30/2024] Open
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Phenylpropenes, such as isoeugenol and eugenol, are produced as defend compounds, floral attractants, and flavor constituents by phenylpropene synthases belonging to the PIP reductase family. Moreover, isoeugenol is proposed to be involved in the biosynthesis of dibenzocyclooctadiene lignans, the main active compounds of Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill. fruits (SCF). S. chinensis, a woody vine plant, is widely used for its medicinal, horticultural, edible, and economic values. In this study, nine ScPIP genes were identified and characterized from the transcriptome datasets of SCF. The expression profiles revealed that ScPIP genes were differentially expressed during different developmental stages of SCF. Three ScPIPs were selected and cloned as candidate genes encoding phenylpropene synthases according to phylogenetic analysis. ScPIP1 was proved to function as isoeugenol synthase (IGS) and designated as ScIGS1 through in vivo functional characterization in Escherichia coli. Subcellular localization analysis demonstrated that ScIGS1 was localized in both the cytoplasm and nucleus. The three-dimensional (3D) model of ScIGS1 was obtained using homology modeling. Site-directed mutagenesis experiments revealed that the substitution of residues at positions 110 and 113 impacted the product specificity of ScIGS1 and the mutation of Lys157 to Ala abolishing catalytic function. Moreover, the kcat values of mutants were lower than that of ScIGS1 using a deep learning approach. In conclusion, this study provides a basis for further research on PIP reductases and the biosynthetic pathway of dibenzocyclooctadiene lignans.
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- Tingyan Qiang
- State Key Laboratory of Basis and New Drug Development of Natural and Nuclear Drugs, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100193, China
- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hebei University, Baoding, 071000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Basis and New Drug Development of Natural and Nuclear Drugs, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100193, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Basis and New Drug Development of Natural and Nuclear Drugs, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100193, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Basis and New Drug Development of Natural and Nuclear Drugs, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100193, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Basis and New Drug Development of Natural and Nuclear Drugs, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100193, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Basis and New Drug Development of Natural and Nuclear Drugs, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100193, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Basis and New Drug Development of Natural and Nuclear Drugs, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100193, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Basis and New Drug Development of Natural and Nuclear Drugs, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100193, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Basis and New Drug Development of Natural and Nuclear Drugs, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100193, China
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Kim HJ, Park SK, Park SH, Lee YG, Park JH, Hwang JT, Chung MY. Schisandrin A in Schisandra chinensis Upregulates the LDL Receptor by Inhibiting PCSK9 Protein Stabilization in Steatotic Model. J Microbiol Biotechnol 2024; 34:425-435. [PMID: 37997262 PMCID: PMC10940739 DOI: 10.4014/jmb.2306.06049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2023] [Revised: 09/27/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 11/25/2023]
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Schisandra chinensis extract (SCE) protects against hypocholesterolemia by inhibiting proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin 9 (PCSK9) protein stabilization. We hypothesized that the hypocholesterolemic activity of SCE can be attributable to upregulation of the PCSK9 inhibition-associated low-density lipoprotein receptor (LDLR). Male mice were fed a low-fat diet or a Western diet (WD) containing SCE at 1% for 12 weeks. WD increased final body weight and blood LDL cholesterol levels as well as alanine transaminase and aspartate aminotransferase expression. However, SCE supplementation significantly attenuated the increase in blood markers caused by WD. SCE also attenuated WD-mediated increases in hepatic LDLR protein expression in the obese mice. In addition, SCE increased LDLR protein expression and attenuated cellular PCSK9 levels in HepG2 cells supplemented with delipidated serum (DLPS). Non-toxic concentrations of schisandrin A (SA), one of the active components of SCE, significantly increased LDLR expression and tended to decrease PCSK9 protein levels in DLPS-treated HepG2 cells. High levels of SA-mediated PCSK9 attenuation was not attributable to reduced PCSK9 gene expression, but was associated with free PCSK9 protein degradation in this cell model. Our findings show that PCSK9 secretion can be significantly reduced by SA treatment, contributing to reductions in free cholesterol levels.
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- Hyo-Jin Kim
- Personalized Diet Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju 55365, Republic of Korea
- Department of Food Biotechnology, University of Science & Technology, Daejeon 34113, Republic of Korea
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- Personalized Diet Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju 55365, Republic of Korea
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- Personalized Diet Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju 55365, Republic of Korea
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- Personalized Diet Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju 55365, Republic of Korea
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- Personalized Diet Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju 55365, Republic of Korea
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- Personalized Diet Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju 55365, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Food and Nutrition, Gangseo University, Seoul 07661, Republic of Korea
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Kumano T. Specialized metabolites degradation by microorganisms. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem 2024; 88:270-275. [PMID: 38169014 DOI: 10.1093/bbb/zbad184] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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Secondary metabolites are specialized metabolic products synthesized by plants, insects, and bacteria, some of which exhibit significant physiological activities against other organisms. Plants containing bioactive secondary metabolites have been used in traditional medicine for centuries. In developed countries, one-fourth of medicines directly contain plant-derived compounds or indirectly contain them via semi-synthesis. These compounds have contributed considerably to the development of not only medicine but also molecular biology. Moreover, the biosynthesis of these physiologically active secondary metabolites has attracted substantial interest and has been extensively studied. However, in many cases, the degradation mechanisms of these secondary metabolites remain unclear. In this review, some unique microbial degradation pathways for lignans and C-glycosides are explored.
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- Takuto Kumano
- Graduate School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
- Microbiology Research Center for Sustainability, University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
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Wróbel-Biedrawa D, Podolak I. Anti-Neuroinflammatory Effects of Adaptogens: A Mini-Review. Molecules 2024; 29:866. [PMID: 38398618 PMCID: PMC10891670 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29040866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2024] [Revised: 02/07/2024] [Accepted: 02/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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Introduction: Adaptogens are a group of plants that exhibit complex, nonspecific effects on the human body, increasing its ability to adapt, develop resilience, and survive in stress conditions. They are found in many traditional medicinal systems and play a key role in restoring the body's strength and stamina. Research in recent years has attempted to elucidate the mechanisms behind their pharmacological effects, but it appears that these effects are difficult to define precisely and involve multiple molecular pathways. Neuroinflammation: In recent years, chronic inflammation has been recognized as one of the common features of many central nervous system disorders (dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases, depression, anxiety, ischemic stroke, and infections). Because of the specific nature of the brain, this process is called neuroinflammation, and its suppression can result in an improvement of patients' condition and may promote their recovery. Adaptogens as anti-inflammatory agents: As has been discovered, adaptogens display anti-inflammatory effects, which suggests that their application may be broader than previously thought. They regulate gene expression of anti- and proinflammatory cytokines (prostaglandins, leukotriens) and can modulate signaling pathways (e.g., NF-κB). Aim: This mini-review aims to present the anti-neuroinflammatory potential of the most important plants classified as adaptogens: Schisandra chinensis, Eleutherococcus senticosus, Rhodiola rosea and Withania somnifera.
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Jagiellonian University Collegium Medicum, Medyczna 9, 30-688 Cracow, Poland;
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Li Y, Yang K, Zhao L, Xu C, Zhou W, Wang Z, Hu H, You Y. Effects of schisandra lignans on the absorption of protopanaxadiol-type ginsenosides mediated by P-glycoprotein and protopanaxatriol-type ginsenosides mediated by CYP3A4. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 318:117057. [PMID: 37597677 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2023] [Revised: 08/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 08/21/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma (GRR) and Schisandrae Chinensis Fructus (SCF) are frequently used as herb pairs in traditional herbal formulas especially for the synergetic beneficial effects on lung and heart. Shengmai-yin (SMY), a noted formula, was first published in the traditional Chinese medicine classic named Yixue Qiyuan written by Zhang Yuansu in the Jin Dynasty, and has been used for deficiency of both qi and yin, palpitation, shortness of breath and spontaneous sweating. In SMY, GRR, a sovereign herb, plays an essential role in tonifying lung and supplementing qi, and SCF as an adjuvant herb contributes to the effects of nourishing yin and promoting fluid production, both of which are traditionally used as invigorants in China, Korea, Japan, and Russia. However, the underlying compatibility mechanism of GRR-SCF has remained unknown. AIM OF THE STUDY In order to explore the impact and underlying mechanism of schisandra chinensis extract (SCE) on the absorption of ginsenosides Rb1, Rc, Rb2 and Rd belonging to protopanaxdiol (PPD)-type and ginsenosides Rg1 and Re belonging to protopanaxtriol (PPT)-type, pharmacokinetic studies, molecular docking technique and single-pass intestinal perfusion (SPIP) experiment were conducted. MATERIAL AND METHODS Preliminarily, pharmacokinetic characteristics of ginseng extract (GE) in the presence and absence of SCE were studied. Thereafter, molecular docking was used to predict whether ginsenosides were P-glycoprotein (P-gp) or cytochrome P450 isoenzyme 3A4 (CYP3A4) substrates. Finally, the effects and underlying mechanism of SCE on the absorption of GE were further investigated by in situ SPIP experiment. RESULTS Our findings indicated that SCE could increase exposure in vivo and the intestinal absorption of distinct ginsenosides. Additionally, we found that the PPD-type ginsenosides Rb1, Rc, Rb2, and Rd were substrates for P-gp, and the PPT-type ginsenosides Rg1 and Re were substrates for CYP3A4 rather than P-gp. SCE, which has been found with extensive inhibitory effects on P-gp and CYP3A4, could remarkably promote the intestinal absorption of ginsenosides Rg1, Re, Rb1, Rc, Rb2, and Rd, obtaining similar effects comparable with ketoconazole known as a classic dual inhibitor of P-gp and CYP3A4. CONCLUSIONS The study demonstrated that SCE could improve the absorption of GE, and revealed the underlying compatibility mechanism of GRR and SCF from the perspective of P-gp and CYP3A4-mediated interactions to some extent, which provided a certain scientific reference for the compatibility and clinical practice of GRR-SCF as common herb pairs in traditional prescriptions such as SMY. Moreover, this study also furnished a strategy for improving the oral bioavailability of different types of ginsenosides by drug combinations.
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- Yanyan Li
- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Department of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Department of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Department of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Department of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Department of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China
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- Holistic Integrative Medicine Industry Collaborative Innovation Research Center, Qiang Medicine Standard Research Promotion Base and Collaborative Innovation Research Center, School of Preclinical Medicine, Chengdu University, Chengdu, 610106, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Department of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Department of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 611137, China.
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Zhu L, Wang Y, Huang X, Liu X, Ye B, He Y, Yu H, Lv W, Wang L, Hu J. Schizandrin A induces non-small cell lung cancer apoptosis by suppressing the epidermal growth factor receptor activation. Cancer Med 2024; 13:e6942. [PMID: 38376003 PMCID: PMC10877655 DOI: 10.1002/cam4.6942] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2023] [Revised: 12/29/2023] [Accepted: 01/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/21/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study is to explore the biological mechanism of Schizandrin A (SchA) inducing non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) apoptosis. METHODS The reverse molecular docking tool "Swiss Target Prediction" was used to predict the targets of SchA. Protein-protein interaction analysis was performed on potential targets using the String database. Functional enrichment analyses of potential targets were performed with Gene Ontology and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes. The conformation of SchA binding to target was simulated by chemical-protein interactomics and molecular docking. The effect of SchA on the expression and phosphorylation level of EGFR was detected by Western blot. Lipofectamine 3000 and EGFR plasmids were used to overexpress EGFR. Apoptosis was tested with Annexin V-FITC and propidium iodide staining, and cell cycle was detected by propidium iodide staining. RESULTS The "Swiss Target Prediction" database predicted 112 and 111 targets based on the 2D and 3D structures of SchA, respectively, of which kinases accounted for the most, accounting for 24%. Protein interaction network analyses showed that molecular targets such as ERBB family and SRC were at the center of the network. Functional enrichment analyses indicated that ERBB-related signaling pathways were enriched. Compound-protein interactomics and molecular docking revealed that SchA could bind to the ATP-active pocket of the EGFR tyrosine kinase domain. Laboratory results showed that SchA inhibited the phosphorylation of EGFR. Insulin could counteract the cytotoxic effect of SchA. EGFR overexpression and excess EGF or IGF-1 had limited impacts on the cytotoxicity of SchA. CONCLUSIONS Network pharmacology analyses suggested that ERBB family members may be the targets of SchA. SchA can inhibit NSCLC at least in part by inhibiting EGFR phosphorylation, and activating the EGFR bypass can neutralize the cytotoxicity of SchA.
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- Linhai Zhu
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Arthropathy, Zhejiang University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Hospital, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Hangzhou Red Cross Hospital, Hangzhou, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang A&F University, Hangzhou, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
- Key Laboratory of Clinical Evaluation Technology for Medical device of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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Li M, Tang Q, Li S, Yang X, Zhang Y, Tang X, Huang P, Yin D. Inhibition of autophagy enhances the anticancer effect of Schisandrin B on head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. J Biochem Mol Toxicol 2024; 38:e23585. [PMID: 37986106 DOI: 10.1002/jbt.23585] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 11/22/2023]
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Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) is among the most common malignant tumors worldwide and has a poor prognosis. Autophagy regulation has been proposed as a possible treatment option for HNSCC. Schisandrin B (Sch B) exerts anticancer effects by regulating apoptosis and autophagy, but the anticancer effect of Sch B in HNSCC remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the effects of Sch B on human Cal27 HNSCC cells and to further reveal its potential regulatory mechanisms. The anticancer effect of Sch B was evaluated in vitro by flow cytometry, clonogenic assays, and Western blot analysis. The regulatory mechanism of Sch B-induced apoptosis and autophagy was further explored by polymerase chain reaction, luciferase assay, and reactive oxygen species (ROS) detection. The results showed that Sch B significantly induced apoptosis and autophagy in Cal27 cells and that inhibition of autophagy enhanced the apoptotic effect of Sch B on Cal27 cells. Additionally, Sch B-activated autophagy in Cal27 cells was dependent on the nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-κB) pathway, and ROS acted as a regulator of the NF-B pathway. N-acetylcysteine, a scavenger of ROS, inhibited Sch B-dependent autophagy via the NF-κB pathway. Based on the results, Sch B is a potential therapeutic agent for HNSCC and activates the NF-κB pathway by increasing ROS production, which subsequently promotes autophagy in HNSCC cells. Therefore, the strategy of enhancing the anticancer effect of Sch B by inhibiting autophagy deserves further attention.
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- Mengmeng Li
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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Soh R, Fu L, Guo WM, Seetoh WG, Koay A. Inhibitors of human bitter taste receptors from the five-flavour berry, Schisandra chinensis. Food Funct 2023; 14:10700-10708. [PMID: 37986606 DOI: 10.1039/d3fo02303f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2023]
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The human bitter taste 2 receptor member 16 (TAS2R16) is one of 25 class A G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) and responds to a variety of molecules responsible for the bitter taste sensation perceived in humans. TAS2R16 can be activated by β-glucopyranosides, and its activation can be inhibited by probenecid, a synthetic drug compound used to treat gout. In this study we describe naturally derived compounds which can inhibit the activation of TAS2R16 by salicin in vitro. These compounds belong to the lignan class derived from the fruit of Schisandra chinensis, which is commonly known as the five-flavour berry. We further tested other analogs with this lignan scaffold, found their differential inhibitory activities towards TAS2R16 in vitro, and sought to rationalize the activity using molecular docking of these lignans on a computationally modelled structure of TAS2R16. Selected lignans with inhibitory activity against other TAS2Rs reveal sub-millimolar inhibitory activity towards TAS2R10, TAS2R14, and TAS2R43 in cell-based assays. These compounds with demonstrated in vitro inhibition of bitter taste receptors may serve as tool compounds to investigate the molecular mechanisms of hTAS2Rs biology in gustatory and non-gustatory tissues.
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- Ryan Soh
- Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 31 Biopolis Way, #02-01 Nanos, Singapore 138669, Singapore.
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- Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 31 Biopolis Way, #02-01 Nanos, Singapore 138669, Singapore.
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- Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 31 Biopolis Way, #02-01 Nanos, Singapore 138669, Singapore.
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- Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 31 Biopolis Way, #02-01 Nanos, Singapore 138669, Singapore.
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- Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 31 Biopolis Way, #02-01 Nanos, Singapore 138669, Singapore.
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Liu SH, Huang HT, Lo IW, Lin YC, Liao GY, Chao CH, Huang HC, Chang FR, Li TL, Shen YC, Liaw CC. Potential natural product 3,4-seco-schitriterpenoids from Kadsura japonica L. as anti-neuroinflammatory agents. Bioorg Chem 2023; 141:106843. [PMID: 37696148 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioorg.2023.106843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2023] [Revised: 08/19/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/13/2023]
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In the present study, the undescribed schitriterpenoids, kadsujanonols A-I (1-9), and eleven reported compounds (10-20) were isolated from K. japonica L. vines. Their structures of 3,4-seco-schitriterpenoids were elucidated mainly by spectroscopic analyses including 1H-, 13C-, and 2D-NMR, IR, HRESIMS spectra. The spatial configurations were determined by the single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis of kadsujapnonol A (1), 15, 17, and 18, CD data and computational analysis. Furthermore, all isolates were evaluated for the anti-neuroinflammatory activity on LPS-stimulated NO production in BV2 microglial cells and compounds 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13-16, and 18 exposed better or comparable suppression abilities than PDTC. Among them, kadlongilactone B (14) showed the best significant inhibiting ability (IC50 = 0.87 μg/mL) and the effect is through the attenuation of the inflammatory transcription factor p65NF-κB. Preliminary structure-activity relationship revealed that δ-lactone at the side chain and 7-member lactone at C-3/C-4, and 3,4:9,10 ring opening are important.
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- Shu-Hsiang Liu
- School of Nursing, National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences, Taipei 112303, Taiwan
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- National Research Institute of Chinese Medicine, MOWH, Taipei 112026, Taiwan
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- National Research Institute of Chinese Medicine, MOWH, Taipei 112026, Taiwan; Genomics Research Center, Academia Sinica, Taipei 115201, Taiwan
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- National Research Institute of Chinese Medicine, MOWH, Taipei 112026, Taiwan
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- Institute of Physiology, School of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei 112304, Taiwan
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- Chinese Medicine Research and Development Center, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung 404332, Taiwan; School of Pharmacy, China Medical University, Taichung 406040, Taiwan
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- Department of Chinese Pharmaceutical Sciences and Chinese Medicine Resources, China Medical University, 404333, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Natural Products, College of Pharmacy, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 807378, Taiwan
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- Genomics Research Center, Academia Sinica, Taipei 115201, Taiwan
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- School of Nursing, National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences, Taipei 112303, Taiwan; National Research Institute of Chinese Medicine, MOWH, Taipei 112026, Taiwan.
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- National Research Institute of Chinese Medicine, MOWH, Taipei 112026, Taiwan; Department of Biochemical Science and Technology, National Chiayi University, Chiayi 600355, Taiwan.
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Li Z, Zheng Y, Liu K, Liang Y, Lu J, Li Q, Zhao B, Liu X, Li X. Lignans as multi-targeted natural products in neurodegenerative diseases and depression: Recent perspectives. Phytother Res 2023; 37:5599-5621. [PMID: 37669911 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.8003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2023] [Revised: 07/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 09/07/2023]
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As the global population ages, the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases is becoming more and more important. There is an urgent need to discover novel drugs that are effective in treating neurological diseases. In recent years, natural products and their biological activities have gained widespread attention. Lignans are a class of metabolites extensively present in Chinese herbal medicine and possess good pharmacological effects. Latest studies have demonstrated their neuroprotective pharmacological activity in preventing acute/chronic neurodegenerative diseases and depression. In this review, the pharmacological effects of these disorders, the pharmacokinetics, safety, and clinical trials of lignans were summarized according to the scientific literature. These results proved that lignans mainly exert antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Anti-apoptosis, regulation of nervous system functions, and modulation of synaptic signals are also potential effects. Despite the substantial evidence of the neuroprotective potential of lignans, it is not sufficient to support their use in the clinical management. Our study suggests that lignans can be used as prospective agents for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases and depression, with a view to informing their further development and utilization.
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- Zhibei Li
- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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Zuo A, Zhou Y, Chen Y, Liu S, Lu Y, Li Y, Cao S, Liu Z. Physiological and Transcriptome Analysis Reveal the Regulation Mechanism Underlying the Muscle Quality Effect of Dietary Schisandra chinensis in Triploid Crucian Carp (Carassius auratus). MARINE BIOTECHNOLOGY (NEW YORK, N.Y.) 2023; 25:1191-1207. [PMID: 38079085 DOI: 10.1007/s10126-023-10270-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
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Schisandra chinensis (sc) is generally demonstrated to improve antioxidant and immune functions in mammal. The present study through physiological and transcriptome analysis revealed alterations in muscle metabolisms of triploid crucian carp (Carassius auratus) cultured at different concentrations of S. chinensis diets (sc0, sc0.125%, sc0.25%, sc0.5%, sc1%, sc2%) after 8 weeks. The serum antioxidant enzyme activities analysis showed that dietary S. chinensis could reduce oxidative stress and increase organismic antioxidant capacity. Meanwhile, the detected results of muscle components presented that the amino acids and two flavor nucleotides of GMP and IMP significantly elevated while muscle crude lipid significantly reduced in S. chinensis feeding groups. In addition, springiness, chewiness, and fiber density in S. chinensis feeding groups muscle were significantly upregulated while muscle fiber diameter and area showed an opposite trend. By comparative transcriptome analysis of the muscles, functional enrichments of differentially expressed genes showed that multiple terms were related to purine metabolism, glycerolipid metabolism, regulation of actin cytoskeleton, and peroxisome. Finally, some key hub genes such as egln, gst, ggct, su1b, pi3kr4, myh9, lpl, gcdh, mylk, and col4a were identified by weighted gene co-expression network analysis. Taken together, our findings facilitate the understanding of the molecular basis underlying the muscle quality effect of dietary S. chinensis in triploid crucian carp, which provides valuable insights into the nutritional strategies of the aquaculture industry.
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- Anli Zuo
- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Quality Control of Aquatic Animals, Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Changsha University, Changsha, 410022, China
- College of Life Sciences, Hunan Normal University, Changsha, 410081, China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Quality Control of Aquatic Animals, Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Changsha University, Changsha, 410022, China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Quality Control of Aquatic Animals, Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Changsha University, Changsha, 410022, China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Quality Control of Aquatic Animals, Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Changsha University, Changsha, 410022, China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Quality Control of Aquatic Animals, Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Changsha University, Changsha, 410022, China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Quality Control of Aquatic Animals, Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Changsha University, Changsha, 410022, China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Quality Control of Aquatic Animals, Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Changsha University, Changsha, 410022, China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Quality Control of Aquatic Animals, Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Changsha University, Changsha, 410022, China.
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Valíčková J, Zezulka Š, Maršálková E, Kotlík J, Maršálek B, Opatřilová R. Potential toxicity of Schisandra chinensis to water environment: acute toxicity tests with water crustaceans. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:112625-112630. [PMID: 37837583 PMCID: PMC10643315 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-30182-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 09/26/2023] [Indexed: 10/16/2023]
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Fruits of Schisandra chinensis, an East Asian liana plant, are currently more and more used to produce nutrient supplements that positively affect human health due to the content of various secondary metabolites. On the other hand, these substances because of their bioactivity can cause possible allelopathic or toxic effects concerning other organisms (algae, plants, animals). But the ecotoxicological properties of S. chinensis outside its area of origin have yet to be sufficiently verified. Two crustaceans, Daphnia magna and Thamnocephalus platyurus, were selected as model aquatic organisms to test the potential impact of S. chinensis active compounds on the aquatic environment. Crude water extract from S. chinensis fruits, simulating the natural leakage of active substances in water, was tested in treatments from 0.0045 to 45 mg/L (according to the content of schisandrin as the dominating lignan). Effective concentration (EC50) causing 50% lethal effect for D. magna was established to 0.0448 mg/L after 24 h and 0.0152 mg/L after 48 h. EC50 for T. platyurus reached 0.4572 mg/L after 24 h, i.e. more than ten times higher than for D. magna. This study showed that the potential environmentally relevant concentrations of S. chinensis bioactive compounds could represent a severe risk to aquatic ecosystems.
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- Jana Valíčková
- Institute of Chemistry and Technology of Environmental Protection, Faculty of Chemistry, Brno University of Technology, Purkyňova 464/118, 61200, Brno, Czech Republic.
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- Department of Experimental Phycology and Ecotoxicology, Institute of Botany, Czech Academy of Sciences, Lidická 25/27, 60200, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Experimental Phycology and Ecotoxicology, Institute of Botany, Czech Academy of Sciences, Lidická 25/27, 60200, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Chemistry and Technology of Environmental Protection, Faculty of Chemistry, Brno University of Technology, Purkyňova 464/118, 61200, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Experimental Phycology and Ecotoxicology, Institute of Botany, Czech Academy of Sciences, Lidická 25/27, 60200, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Chemical Drugs, Faculty of Pharmacy, Masaryk University, Palackého třída 1946/1, 61200, Brno, Czech Republic
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Sobstyl E, Szopa A, Olszowy-Tomczyk M, Gnat S, Jafernik K, Choma IM. Chromatographic and Biological Screening of Chosen Species of Schisandraceae Family: Schisandra chinensis, S. rubriflora, S. sphenanthera, S. henryi and Kadsura japonica. Chem Biodivers 2023; 20:e202300741. [PMID: 37694741 DOI: 10.1002/cbdv.202300741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Revised: 09/05/2023] [Accepted: 09/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023]
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HPLC and TLC profiling was carried out for leaf and fruit extracts of five Schisandraceae species: Schisandra chinensis, S. rubriflora, S. spehenanthera, S. henryi and Kadsura japonica. HPLC measurements confirmed presence of lignans and phenolic compounds in fruits and leaves of all tested species. The most abundant in lignans was S. chinensis fruit extract in which 15 compounds were detected (e. g.: schisandrol A, schisanhenol, γ-schisandrin, gomisin N). The effect-directed detection, i. e., TLC-direct bioautography against Bacillus subtilis, showed exceptionally high activity for S. chinensis and S. rubriflora fruit extracts. On the other hand, TLC-DB enzyme tests (α-glucosidase, lipase, tyrosinase and acetylcholinesterase (AChE) inhibition assays) showed that all fruit and leaf extracts have ability to inhibit the above-mentioned enzymes (except for the K. japonica fruit). The leaf extracts showed much stronger antioxidant activity than the fruit ones, which were assessed and compared using both TLC-direct bioautography and spectrophotometric measurements based on ABTS, DPPH and FRAP tests.
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- Ewelina Sobstyl
- Department of Chromatography, Faculty of Chemistry, University of M. Curie-Skłodowska, M. Curie-Skłodowska Sq. 3, 20-031, Lublin, Poland
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- Chair and Department of Pharmaceutical Botany, Jagiellonian University, Medical College, Medyczna Str. 9, 30-688, Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Chromatography, Faculty of Chemistry, University of M. Curie-Skłodowska, M. Curie-Skłodowska Sq. 3, 20-031, Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Veterinary Microbiology, University of Life Sciences, Akademicka Str. 13, 20-950, Lublin, Poland
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- Chair and Department of Pharmaceutical Botany, Jagiellonian University, Medical College, Medyczna Str. 9, 30-688, Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Chromatography, Faculty of Chemistry, University of M. Curie-Skłodowska, M. Curie-Skłodowska Sq. 3, 20-031, Lublin, Poland
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Shu L, Qiu H, Zhang S, Xue J, Liu S, Qian J, Chen S, Xu Y, Li Y. Rapid identification of chemical compositions of three species of Schisandra chinensis by ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography quadrupole-orbitrap-mass spectrometry. J Sep Sci 2023; 46:e2300466. [PMID: 37599277 DOI: 10.1002/jssc.202300466] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Revised: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/22/2023]
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Schisandra chinensis is a traditional Chinese medicine, which has played an important role in the field of medicine and food. In this study, ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography quadrupole-orbitrap-mass spectrometry was used to rapidly classify and identify the chemical compositions. Note that 32, 28, and 30 kinds of compounds were successfully identified from northern Schisandra chinensis, vinegar-processed Schisandra chinensis, and wine-processed Schisandra chinensis, respectively. The cleavage patterns of various components including lignans, organic acids, flavonoids, and terpenoids were summarized, and the effects of different processing methods on Schisandra chinensis were analyzed through chemical composition. This method realized the rapid classification and identification of raw Schisandra chinensis and two different processed products, and provided references for improving the traditional processing methods, strengthening quality control, and ensuring safe clinical application.
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- Lexin Shu
- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- The pharmacy Department of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine First Affiliated Hospital, P. R. China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, P. R. China
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Jegal KH, Park HR, Choi BR, Kim JK, Ku SK. Synergistic Protective Effect of Fermented Schizandrae Fructus Pomace and Hoveniae Semen cum Fructus Extracts Mixture in the Ethanol-Induced Hepatotoxicity. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1602. [PMID: 37627597 PMCID: PMC10451898 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12081602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2023] [Revised: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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Schizandrae Fructus (SF), fruits of Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill. and Hoveniae Semen cum Fructus (HSCF), the dried peduncle of Hovenia dulcis Thunb., have long been used for alcohol detoxification in the traditional medicine of Korea and China. In the current study, we aimed to evaluate the potential synergistic hepatoprotective effect of a combination mixture (MSH) comprising fermented SF pomace (fSFP) and HSCF hot water extracts at a 1:1 (w:w) ratio against ethanol-induced liver toxicity. Subacute ethanol-mediated hepatotoxicity was induced by the oral administration of ethanol (5 g/kg) in C57BL/6J mice once daily for 14 consecutive days. One hour after each ethanol administration, MSH (50, 100, and 200 mg/kg) was also orally administered daily. MSH administration significantly reduced the serum activities of alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, alkaline phosphatase, and γ-glutamyl transpeptidase. Histological observation indicated that MSH administration synergistically and significantly decreased the fatty changed region of hepatic parenchyma and the formation of lipid droplet in hepatocytes. Moreover, MSH significantly attenuated the hepatic triglyceride accumulation through reducing lipogenesis genes expression and increasing fatty acid oxidation genes expression. In addition, MSH significantly inhibited protein nitrosylation and lipid peroxidation by lowering cytochrome P450 2E1 enzyme activity and restoring the glutathione level, superoxide dismutase and catalase activity in liver. Furthermore, MSH synergistically decreased the mRNA level of tumor necrosis factor-α in the hepatic tissue. These findings indicate that MSH has potential for preventing alcoholic liver disease through inhibiting hepatic steatosis, oxidative stress, and inflammation.
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- Kyung-Hwan Jegal
- Department of Korean Medical Classics, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan 38610, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Anatomy and Histology, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan 38610, Republic of Korea;
- Nutracore Co., Ltd., Suwon 16514, Republic of Korea;
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- Nutracore Co., Ltd., Suwon 16514, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Physiology, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan 38610, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Anatomy and Histology, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan 38610, Republic of Korea;
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Gębalski J, Małkowska M, Graczyk F, Słomka A, Piskorska E, Gawenda-Kempczyńska D, Kondrzycka-Dąda A, Bogucka-Kocka A, Strzemski M, Sowa I, Wójciak M, Grzyb S, Krolik K, Ptaszyńska AA, Załuski D. Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant and Anti-Enzymatic Activities of Selected Adaptogenic Plants from South America, Asia, and Africa. Molecules 2023; 28:6004. [PMID: 37630255 PMCID: PMC10457937 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28166004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 08/05/2023] [Accepted: 08/07/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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Despite the fact that there are many studies related to the adaptogenic and pro-healthy activities of plant-based compounds, there are some adaptogenic plants whose activities are not fully known, especially those coming from the wild regions of Asia, Africa, and South America. The aim of these studies was to examine the contents of non-nutritional compounds, such as polyphenols, flavonoids, and phenolic acids in ten adaptogenic species (Astragalus membranaceus (AM), Uncaria rhynchophylla (UR), Polygonum multiflorum (PM), Angelica sinensis (AS), Andrographis paniculatea (AP), Tinospora cordifolia (TC), Uncaria tomentosa (UT), Pfaffia paniculate (PP), Sutherlandia frutescens (SF), and Rhaponticum carthamoides (RC)). Considering biological activity, their antioxidant (DPPH, ABTS, FRAP, and ferrous-ion-chelating ability assays), anti-acetylcholinesterase, anti-hyaluronidase, and anti-tyrosinase activities were evaluated. The richest in polyphenols, flavonoids, and phenolic acids was UR (327.78 mg GAE/g, 230.13 mg QE/g, and 81.03 mg CA/g, respectively). The highest inhibitions of acetylcholinesterase, hyaluronidase, and tyrosinase were observed for TC, UR, and PM, respectively. In the case of antioxidant properties, extract from PM appeared to most strongly reduce DPPH, extract from UR inhibited ABTS, and extract from SF showed the best chelating properties. It should be noted that a particularly interesting plant was Ulcaria rhynchophylla. The results mean that there were compounds in UR with broad biological activities, and this species should be explored in more detail. Additionally, our results justify the traditional use of these species in the nutripharmacological or ethnopharmacological care systems of different regions.
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- Jakub Gębalski
- Department of Pharmaceutical Botany and Pharmacognosy, Ludwik Rydygier Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, 85-094 Bydgoszcz, Poland; (M.M.); (F.G.); (D.G.-K.)
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Botany and Pharmacognosy, Ludwik Rydygier Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, 85-094 Bydgoszcz, Poland; (M.M.); (F.G.); (D.G.-K.)
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Botany and Pharmacognosy, Ludwik Rydygier Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, 85-094 Bydgoszcz, Poland; (M.M.); (F.G.); (D.G.-K.)
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- Department of Pathophysiology, Ludwik Rydygier Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, 85-094 Bydgoszcz, Poland;
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- Department of Pathobiochemistry and Clinical Chemistry, Ludwik Rydygier Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, 85-094 Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Botany and Pharmacognosy, Ludwik Rydygier Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, 85-094 Bydgoszcz, Poland; (M.M.); (F.G.); (D.G.-K.)
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- Department of Biology and Genetics, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Medical University of Lublin, 4a Chodzki Str., 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Medical University of Lublin, 4a Chodzki Str., 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Medical University of Lublin, 4a Chodzki Str., 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- College of Engineering and Health in Warsaw, Bitwy Warszawskiej 1920 r. 18 Str., 02-366 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Botany and Pharmacognosy, Ludwik Rydygier Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, 85-094 Bydgoszcz, Poland; (M.M.); (F.G.); (D.G.-K.)
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- Department of Immunobiology, Institute of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology, Maria Curie-Skłodowska University, Akademicka 19 Str., 20-033 Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Botany and Pharmacognosy, Ludwik Rydygier Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, 85-094 Bydgoszcz, Poland; (M.M.); (F.G.); (D.G.-K.)
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Kim JS, Jegal KH, Park HR, Choi BR, Kim JK, Ku SK. A Mixture of Fermented Schizandrae Fructus Pomace and Hoveniae Semen cum Fructus Extracts Synergistically Protects against Oxidative Stress-Mediated Liver Injury. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1556. [PMID: 37627551 PMCID: PMC10451536 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12081556] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2023] [Revised: 07/26/2023] [Accepted: 08/02/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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Schizandrae Fructus (SF) and Hoveniae Semen cum Fructus (HSCF) have long been used as medicinal herbs for treating various diseases in Asian traditional medicine. In the current study, we investigated the protective effect of fermented SF pomace and HSCF extract 1:1 (w:w) combination mixture (MSH) against carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)-induced acute liver injury mice. After MSH (50-200 mg/kg) oral administration for 7 consecutive days, animals were injected intraperitoneally with CCl4 (0.5 mL/kg). Histopathological observation revealed that administration of MSH synergistically decreased the degeneration of hepatocytes and the infiltration of inflammatory cells induced by CCl4. Moreover, MSH administration reduced the activities of alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, and γ-glutamyl transpeptidase in serum, and mitigated apoptotic cell death in hepatic parenchyma. In addition, MSH alleviated CCl4-mediated lipid peroxidation by restoring endogenous antioxidants capacities including glutathione contents, superoxide dismutase, and catalase activities. In vitro assessments using tert-butyl hydroperoxide-induced oxidative stress in HepG2 cells revealed that MSH protects hepatocytes by lowering ROS generation and lipid peroxidation via upregulating the transcriptional activity of nuclear factor erythroid-2-related factor 2 and the expression of antioxidant genes. Furthermore, MSH synergistically attenuated the expression of proinflammatory cytokines in CCl4-injured liver and lipopolysaccharide-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells. Taken together, these findings suggest that MSH has the potential to prevent acute liver damage by effectively suppressing oxidative stress and inflammation.
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- Jang-Soo Kim
- Department of Anatomy and Histology, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan-si 38610, Republic of Korea; (J.-S.K.); (H.-R.P.)
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- Department of Korean Medical Classics, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan-si 38610, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Anatomy and Histology, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan-si 38610, Republic of Korea; (J.-S.K.); (H.-R.P.)
- Nutracore Co., Ltd., Suwon-si 16514, Republic of Korea;
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- Nutracore Co., Ltd., Suwon-si 16514, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Physiology, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan-si 38610, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Anatomy and Histology, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan-si 38610, Republic of Korea; (J.-S.K.); (H.-R.P.)
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You YL, Lee JY, Choi HS. S chisandra chinensis-derived gomisin C suppreses lipid accumulation by JAK2-STAT signaling in adipocyte. Food Sci Biotechnol 2023; 32:1225-1233. [PMID: 37362811 PMCID: PMC10290005 DOI: 10.1007/s10068-023-01263-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2022] [Revised: 12/23/2022] [Accepted: 01/19/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Gomisin C is a lignan isolated from the fruit of Schisandra chinensis. The current study aimed to investigate the effect of gomisin C on lipid accumulation in adipocytes and its underlying mechanism. Gomisin C effectively inhibited lipid accumulation by downregulating adipogenic factors such as PPARγ and C/EBPα. Gomisin C-mediated suppression of lipid accumulation occurred in the early adipogenic stage; C/EBPβ was downregulated by 55%, while KLF2 was upregulated by 1.5-fold. Gomisin C significantly reduced the production of reactive oxygen species but upregulated antioxidant enzymes, including catalase, SOD1, and Gpx at the mRNA level. Gomisin C regulated NRF2-KEAP1 pathway by increasing NRF2 and decreasing KEAP1, in protein abundance. Furthermore, gomisin C suppressed the JAK2-STAT signaling pathway by decreasing phosphorylation. Taken together, gomisin C reduced early adipogenesis and ROS production by inhibiting the JAK2-STAT signaling pathway but activating the NRF2-KEAP1 signaling pathway. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s10068-023-01263-8.
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- Ye-Lim You
- Department of Food Nutrition, Sangmyung University, Hongjimun 2-Gil 20, Jongno-Gu, Seoul, 03016 Republic of Korea
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- Department of Food Nutrition, Sangmyung University, Hongjimun 2-Gil 20, Jongno-Gu, Seoul, 03016 Republic of Korea
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- Department of Food Nutrition, Sangmyung University, Hongjimun 2-Gil 20, Jongno-Gu, Seoul, 03016 Republic of Korea
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Jia M, Zhou L, Lou Y, Yang X, Zhao H, Ouyang X, Huang Y. An analysis of the nutritional effects of Schisandra chinensis components based on mass spectrometry technology. Front Nutr 2023; 10:1227027. [PMID: 37560060 PMCID: PMC10408133 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2023.1227027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/11/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill. (S. chinensis) is a Traditional Chinese medicinal herb that can be used both for medicinal purposes and as a food ingredient due to its beneficial properties, and it is enriched with a wide of natural plant nutrients, including flavonoids, phenolic acids, anthocyanins, lignans, triterpenes, organic acids, and sugars. At present, there is lack of comprehensive study or systemic characterization of nutritional and active ingredients of S. chinensis using innovative mass spectrometry techniques. METHODS The comprehensive review was conducted by searching the PubMed databases for relevant literature of various mass spectrometry techniques employed in the analysis of nutritional components in S. chinensis, as well as their main nutritional effects. The literature search covered the past 5 years until March 15, 2023. RESULTS The potential nutritional effects of S. chinensis are discussed, including its ability to enhance immunity, function as an antioxidant, anti-allergen, antidepressant, and anti-anxiety agent, as well as its ability to act as a sedative-hypnotic and improve memory, cognitive function, and metabolic imbalances. Meanwhile, the use of advanced mass spectrometry detection technologies have the potential to enable the discovery of new nutritional components of S. chinensis, and to verify the effects of different extraction methods on these components. The contents of anthocyanins, lignans, organic acids, and polysaccharides, the main nutritional components in S. chinensis, are also closely associated to its quality. CONCLUSION This review will provide guidelines for an in-depth study on the nutritional value of S. chinensis and for the development of healthy food products with effective components.
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- Mengzhen Jia
- Department of Pediatrics, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- School of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of CM, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Digestive Disease Section, Yale University, New Haven, CT, United States
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- Department of Pediatrics, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
- Department of Pediatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of CM, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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Li B, Qiao L, Xiao Q, Zhang J, Liu J, Zhang B, Liu H. Effects of diarylbutane lignans from Schisandra chinensis fruit on SARS-CoV-2 3CL pro and PL pro and their in vitro anti-inflammatory properties. PHYTOMEDICINE PLUS : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2023; 3:100432. [PMID: 36968623 PMCID: PMC10005971 DOI: 10.1016/j.phyplu.2023.100432] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND Schisandra chinensis fruit is a well-known traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), whose extract has a potent inhibitory effect on the severe acute respiratory syndrome-coronavirus-2 (SARS‑CoV‑2) 3-chymotrypsin-like protease (3CLpro) and papain-like protease (PLpro). PURPOSE This work aims to find the active components from the fruit of S. chinensis against SARS‑CoV‑2 3CLpro and PLpro. MATERIALS AND METHODS The chemical constituents of the fruit of S. chinensis were retrieved based on the electronic databases, such as Web of Science, PubMed, Medline Plus, and CNKI. Molecular docking was used to screen the active components against SARS‑CoV‑2 3CLpro and PLpro. Potential hit compounds were further evaluated by enzymatic activity assay. Furthermore, the anti-inflammatory activities of the active compounds were further explored using the phorbol-12-myristate-13-acetate (PMA)-induced THP1 cells model. RESULTS In this work, we retrieved 75 components of S. chinensis fruit, including 62 dibenzocyclooctadiene-type lignans, 3 diarylbutane-type lignans, 2 tetrahydrofuran-type lignans, and 8 nortriterpenoids. Combining molecular docking study and in vitro experiments, we found that pregomisin (63), meso‑dihydroguaiaretic acid (64), and nordihydroguaiaretic acid (65) could potently inhibit 3CLpro with IC50 values of 3.07 ± 0.38, 4.12 ± 0.38, and 6.06 ± 0.62 μM, respectively, and inhibit PLpro with IC50 values of 5.23 ± 0.33, 4.24 ± 0.46, and 16.28 ± 0.54 μM, respectively. Interestingly, compounds 63, 64, and 65 also have potent activities of regulating the inflammatory response in vitro. CONCLUSION Our results suggest that compounds 63, 64, and 65 may be promising SARS-CoV-2 3CLpro and PLpro inhibitors and anti-inflammatory.
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- Bin Li
- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, 100193, Beijing China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, 100029, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, 100193, Beijing China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, 100193, Beijing China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, 100193, Beijing China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, 100193, Beijing China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, 100193, Beijing China
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Malík M, Tlustoš P. Nootropic Herbs, Shrubs, and Trees as Potential Cognitive Enhancers. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 12:plants12061364. [PMID: 36987052 PMCID: PMC10056569 DOI: 10.3390/plants12061364] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2023] [Revised: 03/15/2023] [Accepted: 03/16/2023] [Indexed: 05/13/2023]
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Plant-based nootropics are a diverse group of natural drugs that can improve cognitive abilities through various physiological mechanisms, especially in cases where these functions are weakened or impaired. In many cases, the nootropics enhance erythrocyte plasticity and inhibit aggregation, which improves the blood's rheological properties and increases its flow to the brain. Many of these formulations possess antioxidant activity that protects brain tissue from neurotoxicity and improves the brain's oxygen supply. They can induce the synthesis of neuronal proteins, nucleic acids, and phospholipids for constructing and repairing neurohormonal membranes. These natural compounds can potentially be present in a great variety of herbs, shrubs, and even some trees and vines. The plant species reviewed here were selected based on the availability of verifiable experimental data and clinical trials investigating potential nootropic effects. Original research articles, relevant animal studies, meta-analyses, systematic reviews, and clinical trials were included in this review. Selected representatives of this heterogeneous group included Bacopa monnieri (L.) Wettst., Centella asiatica (L.) Urban, Eleutherococcus senticosus (Rupr. & Maxim.) Maxim., Ginkgo biloba L., Lepidium meyenii Walp., Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer, Paullinia cupana Kunth, Rhodiola rosea L., Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill., and Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal. The species are depicted and described, together with their active components and nootropic effects, and evidence of their efficacy is presented. The study provides brief descriptions of the representative species, their occurrence, history, and the chemical composition of the principle medicinal compounds, with uses, indications, experimental treatments, dosages, possible side effects, and contraindications. Most plant nootropics must be taken at optimal doses for extended periods before measurable improvement occurs, but they are generally very well tolerated. Their psychoactive properties are not produced by a single molecule but by a synergistic combination of several compounds. The available data suggest that including extracts from these plants in medicinal products to treat cognitive disorders can have substantial potential therapeutic benefits.
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Jang M, Choi JH, Jang DS, Cho IH. Micrandilactone C, a Nortriterpenoid Isolated from Roots of Schisandra chinensis, Ameliorates Huntington's Disease by Inhibiting Microglial STAT3 Pathways. Cells 2023; 12:cells12050786. [PMID: 36899922 PMCID: PMC10000367 DOI: 10.3390/cells12050786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2022] [Revised: 02/21/2023] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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Huntington's disease (HD) is a neurodegenerative disease that affects the motor control system of the brain. Its pathological mechanism and therapeutic strategies have not been fully elucidated yet. The neuroprotective value of micrandilactone C (MC), a new schiartane nortriterpenoid isolated from the roots of Schisandra chinensis, is not well-known either. Here, the neuroprotective effects of MC were demonstrated in 3-nitropropionic acid (3-NPA)-treated animal and cell culture models of HD. MC mitigated neurological scores and lethality following 3-NPA treatment, which is associated with decreases in the formation of a lesion area, neuronal death/apoptosis, microglial migration/activation, and mRNA or protein expression of inflammatory mediators in the striatum. MC also inhibited the activation of the signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (STAT3) in the striatum and microglia after 3-NPA treatment. As expected, decreases in inflammation and STAT3-activation were reproduced in a conditioned medium of lipopolysaccharide-stimulated BV2 cells pretreated with MC. The conditioned medium blocked the reduction in NeuN expression and the enhancement of mutant huntingtin expression in STHdhQ111/Q111 cells. Taken together, MC might alleviate behavioral dysfunction, striatal degeneration, and immune response by inhibiting microglial STAT3 signaling in animal and cell culture models for HD. Thus, MC may be a potential therapeutic strategy for HD.
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- Minhee Jang
- Department of Convergence Medical Science, College of Korean Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Convergence Medical Science, College of Korean Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Science, College of Pharmacy, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea
- Correspondence: (D.S.J.); (I.-H.C.)
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- Department of Convergence Medical Science, College of Korean Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea
- Institute of Korean Medicine, College of Korean Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea
- Correspondence: (D.S.J.); (I.-H.C.)
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Optimized Extraction, Identification and Anti-Biofilm Action of Wu Wei Zi ( Fructus Schisandrae Chinensis) Extracts against Vibrio parahaemolyticus. Molecules 2023; 28:molecules28052268. [PMID: 36903518 PMCID: PMC10005123 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28052268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2023] [Revised: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 02/23/2023] [Indexed: 03/05/2023] Open
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The pathogenicity of foodborne Vibrio parahaemolyticus is a major concern for global public health. This study aimed to optimize the liquid-solid extraction of Wu Wei Zi extracts (WWZE) against Vibrio parahaemolyticus, identify its main components, and investigate the anti-biofilm action. The extraction conditions optimized by the single-factor test and response surface methodology were ethanol concentration of 69%, temperature at 91 °C, time of 143 min, and liquid-solid ratio of 20:1 mL/g. After high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) analysis, it was found that the main active ingredients of WWZE were schisandrol A, schisandrol B, schisantherin A, schisanhenol, and schisandrin A-C. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of WWZE, schisantherin A, and schisandrol B measured by broth microdilution assay was 1.25, 0.625, and 1.25 mg/mL, respectively, while the MIC of the other five compounds was higher than 2.5 mg/mL, indicating that schisantherin A and schizandrol B were the main antibacterial components of WWZE. Crystal violet, Coomassie brilliant blue, Congo red plate, spectrophotometry, and Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK-8) assays were used to evaluate the effect of WWZE on the biofilm of V. parahaemolyticus. The results showed that WWZE could exert its dose-dependent potential to effectively inhibit the formation of V. parahaemolyticus biofilm and clear mature biofilm by significantly destroying the cell membrane integrity of V. parahaemolyticus, inhibiting the synthesis of intercellular polysaccharide adhesin (PIA), extracellular DNA secretion, and reducing the metabolic activity of biofilm. This study reported for the first time the favorable anti-biofilm effect of WWZE against V. parahaemolyticus, which provides a basis for deepening the application of WWZE in the preservation of aquatic products.
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Bak J, Lee SJ, Kim TW, Hwang S, Park MJ, Arunachalam R, Yoo E, Park MH, Choi YS, Kim HK. Schisandrol A and gomisin N from Schisandra chinensis extract improve hypogonadism via anti-oxidative stress in TM3 Leydig cells. Nutr Res Pract 2023; 17:1-12. [PMID: 36777801 PMCID: PMC9884586 DOI: 10.4162/nrp.2023.17.1.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Revised: 05/27/2022] [Accepted: 06/22/2022] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES Male hypogonadism is a condition where the body does not produce enough testosterone and significantly impacts health. Age, obesity, genetics, and oxidative stress are some physiological factors that may contribute to testosterone deficiency. Previous studies have shown many pharmacological benefits of Schisandra chinensis (S. chinensis) Baillon as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. However, the molecular mechanism of attenuating hypogonadism is yet to be well established. This research was undertaken to study the effects of S. chinensis extract (SCE) on testosterone deficiency. MATERIALS/METHODS S. chinensis fruit was pulverized and extracted using 60% aqueous ethanol. HPLC analysis was performed to analyze and quantify the lignans of the SCE. RESULTS The 2,2-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl and 2,2'-azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) scavenging assays confirmed that the SCE and its major lignans (schisandrol A and gomisin N) inhibit oxidative stress. Effects of SCE analysis on the testosterone level under oxidative stress conditions revealed that both schisandrol A and gomisin N were able to recover the lowered testosterone levels. Through mRNA expression of TM3 Leydig cell, we observed that the SCE lignans were able to induce the enzymes involved in testosterone biosynthesis-related genes such as 3β-HSD4 (P < 0.01 for SCE, and P < 0.001 for schisandrol A and gomisin N), 17β-HSD3 (P < 0.001 for SCE, schisandrol A and gomisin N), and 17, 20-desmolase (P < 0.01 for schisandrol A, and P < 0.001 for SCE and gomisin N). CONCLUSIONS These results support that SCE and its active components could be potential therapeutic agents for regulating and increasing testosterone production.
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- Jia Bak
- College of Pharmacy, Kyungsung University, Busan 48434, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Kyungsung University, Busan 48434, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Kyungsung University, Busan 48434, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Kyungsung University, Busan 48434, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Kyungsung University, Busan 48434, Korea
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- College of Engineering, North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC 27411, USA
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- College of Engineering, North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC 27411, USA
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- College of Pharmacy, Kyungsung University, Busan 48434, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Kyungsung University, Busan 48434, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Kyungsung University, Busan 48434, Korea
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Hu JN, Wang YM, Zhang H, Li HP, Wang Z, Han M, Ren S, Tang S, Jiang S, Li W. Schisandra B, a representative lignan from Schisandra chinensis, improves cisplatin-induced toxicity: An in vitro study. Phytother Res 2023; 37:658-671. [PMID: 36223243 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.7644] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2022] [Revised: 09/04/2022] [Accepted: 09/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Schisandrin B (Scheme B) is the most abundant and active lignan monomer isolated from Schisandra chinensis. At present, most reports focus on its cardioprotective and hepatoprotective effects, however, the related reports on gastrointestinal protective effects are still limited. The study aims to evaluate the protective effect of Scheme B on cisplatin-induced rat intestinal crypt epithelial (IEC-6) cell injury and the possible molecular mechanisms. The results showed that Scheme B at 2.5, 5 and 10 μM could inhibit dose-dependently the reduction of cell activity induced by cisplatin exposure at 1 μM, decrease the levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and malondialdehyde (MDA), while increasing glutathione (GSH), superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) to alleviate oxidative stress injury in IEC-6 cell lines. Meanwhile, Scheme B could relieve cisplatin-induced apoptosis by regulating PI3K/AKT and the downstream caspase signaling pathway. The results from flow cytometry analysis and mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP) staining also demonstrated the anti-apoptosis effect of Scheme B. Furthermore, Scheme B was found to reduce the inflammation associated with cell damage by evaluating the protein expressions of the nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-κB) signaling pathway. Importantly, Wnt/β-catenin, as a functional signaling pathway that drives intestinal self-recovery, was also in part regulated by Scheme B. In conclusion, Scheme B might alleviate cisplatin-induced IEC-6 cell damage by inhibiting oxidative stress, apoptosis, inflammation, and repairing intestinal barrier function. The present research provides a strong evidence that Scheme B may be a useful modulator in cisplatin-induced intestinal toxicity.
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- Jun-Nan Hu
- College of Chinese Medicinal Materials, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Medicine, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Chinese Medicinal Materials, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Chinese Medicinal Materials, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Chinese Medicinal Materials, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Chinese Medicinal Materials, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Chinese Medicinal Materials, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Chinese Medicinal Materials, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Chinese Medicinal Materials, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China.,National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center for Ginseng Breeding and Development, Changchun, China
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- College of Chinese Medicinal Materials, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China.,National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center for Ginseng Breeding and Development, Changchun, China
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Qu Z, Bing Y, Zhang T, Zheng Y, Wu S, Ji C, Li W, Zou X. Screening of Q-markers for the wine-steamed Schisandra chinensis decoction pieces in improving allergic asthma. Chin Med 2023; 18:10. [PMID: 36717898 PMCID: PMC9887854 DOI: 10.1186/s13020-023-00712-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2022] [Accepted: 01/14/2023] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) posits that Chinese medicinal materials can only be clinically used after being processed and prepared into decoction pieces. Schisandra Chinensis Fructus (derived from the dried and mature fruits of Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill.) has been used as a traditional antiasthmatic, kidney strengthening, and hepatoprotective agent for 2000 years. The results of previous research show that decoction pieces of wine-steamed Schisandra chinensis (WSC) are more effective than raw decoction pieces of Schisandra chinensis (RSC) for treating cough and asthma. Steaming with wine was demonstrated to promote the dissolution of ingredients. However, the relationship between the changes in the components of the decoction pieces of WSC and the therapeutic effect remains unclear. METHODS The efficacies of decoctions of RSC and WSC were compared using allergic asthma rats. The potential bioactive components in the serum of the WSC treatment group and the changes in the chemical composition of the RSC decoction pieces before and after wine steaming were determined by ultra-performance liquid chromatography quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry (UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS) and ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (UPLC H-CLASS XEVO TQD) to speculate quality markers (Q-markers) related to the efficacy of WSC, which were subsequently verified based on a zebrafish inflammation model. RESULTS Steaming RSC decoction pieces with wine was found to promote improvement of allergic asthma. Reverse tracing of 22 components detected in the serum of the high dose group of WSC (WSC-H) resulted in 12 ingredients being finally designated as potential effective components. Among these ingredients, 5 components, Schisandrin, Schisandrol B, Schisandrin A, Schisandrin B, and Gomisin D, had higher dissolution rates than RSC after steaming with wine. Validation by an inflammatory zebrafish model showed that these 5 ingredients had a dose-dependent effect and were therefore Q-markers for WSC in the treatment of allergic asthma. CONCLUSION In this study, changes in the components of decoction pieces of RSC and WSC and Q-markers related to WSC efficacy were identified, providing valuable information for expanding the application of WSC and establishing a specific quality standard for WSC.
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- Zhongyuan Qu
- grid.411992.60000 0000 9124 0480School of Pharmacy, Harbin University of Commerce, Harbin, 150076 China
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- grid.411992.60000 0000 9124 0480School of Pharmacy, Harbin University of Commerce, Harbin, 150076 China
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- grid.411992.60000 0000 9124 0480School of Pharmacy, Harbin University of Commerce, Harbin, 150076 China
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- grid.411992.60000 0000 9124 0480School of Pharmacy, Harbin University of Commerce, Harbin, 150076 China
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- grid.411992.60000 0000 9124 0480School of Pharmacy, Harbin University of Commerce, Harbin, 150076 China
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- grid.411992.60000 0000 9124 0480School of Pharmacy, Harbin University of Commerce, Harbin, 150076 China
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- grid.411992.60000 0000 9124 0480School of Pharmacy, Harbin University of Commerce, Harbin, 150076 China ,grid.411992.60000 0000 9124 0480Engineering Research Center on Natural Antineoplastic Drugs, Ministry of Education, Harbin University of Commerce, Harbin, 150076 China
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- grid.411992.60000 0000 9124 0480Engineering Research Center on Natural Antineoplastic Drugs, Ministry of Education, Harbin University of Commerce, Harbin, 150076 China ,grid.12082.390000 0004 1936 7590School of Life Sciences, University of Sussex, Brighton, BN19RH UK
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Olas B. Cardioprotective Potential of Berries of Schisandra chinensis Turcz. (Baill.), Their Components and Food Products. Nutrients 2023; 15:nu15030592. [PMID: 36771299 PMCID: PMC9919427 DOI: 10.3390/nu15030592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2022] [Revised: 12/27/2022] [Accepted: 01/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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Schisandra chinensis (S. chinensis) berries, originally a component of traditional herbal medicine in China, Korea, and other east Asian countries, are also valuable agents in modern phototherapy. S. chinensis berry preparations, including extracts and their chemical components, demonstrate anti-cancer, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, among others. These valuable properties, and their therapeutic potential, are conditioned by the unique chemical composition of S. chinensis berries, particularly their lignan content. About 40 of these compounds, mainly dibenzocyclooctane type, were isolated from S. chinensis. The most important bioactive lignans are schisandrin (also denoted as schizandrin or schisandrol A), schisandrin B, schisantherin A, schisantherin B, schisanhenol, deoxyschisandrin, and gomisin A. The present work reviews newly-available literature concerning the cardioprotective potential of S. chinensis berries and their individual components. It places special emphasis on the cardioprotective properties of the selected lignans related to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory characteristis.
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- Beata Olas
- Department of General Biochemistry, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, Pomorska 141/3, 90-236 Lodz, Poland
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The effect of diphenylethane side-chain substituents on dibenzocyclohexadiene formation and their inhibition of α-synuclein aggregation in vitro. Bioorg Med Chem 2023; 78:117147. [PMID: 36587551 DOI: 10.1016/j.bmc.2022.117147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 12/13/2022] [Accepted: 12/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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The naturally-occurring di-catechol lignan nordihydroguaiaretic acid (NDGA) and an analog without methyl groups on the butyl linker both undergo intramolecular cyclization at pH 7.4 to form dibenzocyclooctadienes. Both NDGA and these dibenzocyclooctadienes have been shown to prevent in vitro aggregation of α-synuclein, an intrinsically disordered protein associated with Parkinson's disease. NDGA possesses two vicinal methyl groups on the butyl linker and the presence of these methyl groups attenuates the rate of intramolecular cyclization versus the unsubstituted analog, in opposition to the anticipated Thorpe-Ingold effect, likely due to steric repulsions during cyclization. Numerous 1,2-bis-ethane di-catechols are known to inhibit α-synuclein aggregation in vitro and we hypothesize that these compounds undergo a similar intramolecular cyclization and the cyclized products may be responsible for the activity. To test this hypothesis we prepared a series of 1,2-bis-ethane di-catechols with 0, 2 and 4 methyl substituents on the linker. We have confirmed that these compounds undergo intramolecular cyclization to form dibenzocyclohexadienes and that steric interactions between the methyl substituents leads to an increase in the rate of intramolecular cyclization, which is in contrast to what was observed for lignan di-catechols. The rate of cyclization to form six-membered rings is 10-30 times more rapid than formation of eight membered rings and the dibenzocyclohexadienes also prevent in vitro aggregation of α-synuclein.
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Zaytseva Y, Petruk A, Novikova T. Thidiazuron and LED Lighting Enhance Taxifolin and Rutin Production in Rhododendron mucronulatum Turcz. Microshoot Culture. JOURNAL OF PLANT GROWTH REGULATION 2023; 42:2933-2942. [PMID: 35975274 PMCID: PMC9374291 DOI: 10.1007/s00344-022-10757-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2022] [Accepted: 07/28/2022] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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Rhododendron mucronulatum Turcz., distributed throughout the northern region of East Asia has been considered to be an alternative natural source of taxifolin (dihydroquercetin) and rutin. The present study was conducted based on a biotechnological approach to develop an environment friendly and efficient system to produce taxifolin and rutin in R. mucronulatum microshoots, using different thidiazuron (TDZ) treatments (0.1; 0.5; 2.5 µM) in combination with various types of lighting including fluorescent (FL) and light-emitting diode (LED) (R/B- 80% red + 20% blue; 5LED-20% red + 20% blue + 20% green + 20% yellow + 20% white). The highest number of shoots per explant was obtained under 0.5 µM TDZ combined with 5LED in comparison with FL lighting. Among shoot clusters obtained under different lighting types and TDZ concentrations, a considerable increase in fresh and dry weight was observed in ones cultivated on medium, supplemented with 2.5 µM TDZ under FL and 0.5 µM TDZ at R/B or 5LED. The content of total chlorophylls in R. mucronulatum microshoots increased on TDZ-free medium under FL lighting, whereas, the TDZ treatment decreased chlorophylls concentration at FL and 5LED. The use of 0.1 µM TDZ at 5LED decreased the ratio of chlorophylls a + b to carotenoids and led to the highest accumulation of taxifolin and rutin, quercetin, hyperoside, and avicularin. Thus, it has been demonstrated that the application of combined action of LED and TDZ has great potential in terms of propagation efficiency, biomass accumulation, and taxifolin and rutin production in R. mucronulatum microshoots.
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- Yulianna Zaytseva
- Central Siberian Botanical Garden, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, st. Zolotodolinskaya, 101, Novosibirsk, 630090 Russian Federation
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- Central Siberian Botanical Garden, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, st. Zolotodolinskaya, 101, Novosibirsk, 630090 Russian Federation
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- Central Siberian Botanical Garden, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, st. Zolotodolinskaya, 101, Novosibirsk, 630090 Russian Federation
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Chin Y, Gumilar KE, Li XG, Tjokroprawiro BA, Lu CH, Lu J, Zhou M, Sobol RW, Tan M. Targeting HSF1 for cancer treatment: mechanisms and inhibitor development. Theranostics 2023; 13:2281-2300. [PMID: 37153737 PMCID: PMC10157728 DOI: 10.7150/thno.82431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/06/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023] Open
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Heat Shock Factor 1 (HSF1) is a master regulator of heat shock responsive signaling. In addition to playing critical roles in cellular heat shock response, emerging evidence suggests that HSF1 also regulates a non-heat shock responsive transcriptional network to handle metabolic, chemical, and genetic stress. The function of HSF1 in cellular transformation and cancer development has been extensively studied in recent years. Due to important roles for HSF1 for coping with various stressful cellular states, research on HSF1 has been very active. New functions and molecular mechanisms underlying these functions have been continuously discovered, providing new targets for novel cancer treatment strategies. In this article, we review the essential roles and mechanisms of HSF1 action in cancer cells, focusing more on recently discovered functions and their underlying mechanisms to reflect the new advances in cancer biology. In addition, we emphasize new advances with regard to HSF1 inhibitors for cancer drug development.
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- Yeh Chin
- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Sciences and Research Center for Cancer Biology, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Sciences and Research Center for Cancer Biology, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
- The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical Faculty, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Sciences and Research Center for Cancer Biology, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
- Institute of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical Faculty, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, USA
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- Cancer Research Institute and School of Basic Medical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Warren Alpert Medical School & Legorreta Cancer Center, Brown University, Providence, USA
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- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Sciences and Research Center for Cancer Biology, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
- Institute of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
- ✉ Corresponding author: Ming Tan, Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, China Medical University (Taiwan), E-mail:
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Phytochemistry, Pharmacology and Molecular Mechanisms of Herbal Bioactive Compounds for Sickness Behaviour. Metabolites 2022; 12:metabo12121215. [PMID: 36557252 PMCID: PMC9782141 DOI: 10.3390/metabo12121215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2022] [Revised: 11/24/2022] [Accepted: 11/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/07/2022] Open
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The host's response to acute infections or tissue injury is a sophisticated and coordinated adaptive modification called sickness behaviour. Many herbs have been studied for their ability to protect animals against experimentally induced sickness behaviour. However, there is a lack of knowledge and experimental evidence on the use of herbal bioactive compounds (HBACs) in the management of sick behaviour. The goal of this review is to provide a concise summary of the protective benefits and putative mechanisms of action of phytochemicals on the reduction of lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced sickness behaviour. Relevant studies were gathered from the search engines Scopus, ScienceDirect, PubMed, Google Scholar, and other scientific databases (between 2000 and to date). The keywords used for the search included "Lipopolysaccharide" OR "LPS" OR "Sickness behaviour" OR "Sickness" AND "Bioactive compounds" OR "Herbal medicine" OR "Herbal drug" OR "Natural products" OR "Isolated compounds". A total of 41 published articles that represented data on the effect of HBACs in LPS-induced sickness behaviour were reviewed and summarised systemically. There were 33 studies that were conducted in mice and 8 studies in rats. A total of 34 HBACs have had their effects against LPS-induced changes in behaviour and biochemistry investigated. In this review, we examined 34 herbal bioactive components that have been tested in animal models to see if they can fight LPS-induced sickness behaviour. Future research should concentrate on the efficacy, safety, and dosage needed to protect against illness behaviour in humans, because there is a critical shortage of data in this area.
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Ouyang Y, Tang L, Hu S, Tian G, Dong C, Lai H, Wang H, Zhao J, Wu H, Zhang F, Yang H. Shengmai san-derived compound prescriptions: A review on chemical constituents, pharmacokinetic studies, quality control, and pharmacological properties. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2022; 107:154433. [PMID: 36191550 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2022.154433] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2022] [Revised: 08/26/2022] [Accepted: 09/02/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Shengmai San Formula (SMS), composed of Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma, Ophiopogon Radix and Schisandra chinensis Fructus, was a famous formula in Tradition Chinese Medicine (TCM). With the expansion of clinical applications, SMS was developed to different dosage forms, including Shengmai Yin Oral liquid (SMY), Shengmai Capsule (SMC), Shengmai Granule (SMG), Shengmai Injection (SMI) and Dengzhan Shengmai Capsule (DZSMC). These above SMS-derived compound prescriptions (SSCPs) play an important role in the clinical treatment. This review is aimed to providing a comprehensive perspective of SSCP. METHODS The relevant literatures were collected from classical TCM books and a variety of databases, including PubMed, Google Scholar, Science Direct, Springer Link, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, and Wanfang Data. RESULTS The chemical constituents of SSCPs, arrived from the individual medicinal materials including Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma, Ophiopogon Radix, Schisandra chinensis Fructus, Erigerontis Herba, were firstly summarized respectively. Then the pharmacokinetics studies, quality control, and pharmacological properties of SSCPs were all reviewed. The active compounds, pharmacokinetics characterizes, quality control markers, the effects and mechanisms of pharmacology of the different dosage forms of SSCPs were summarized. Furthermore, the research deficiencies of SSCPs and an innovative research paradigm for Chinese materia medica (CMM) formula were proposed. CONCLUSIONS SMS, as a famous CMM formula, has great values in drug research and in clinical treatment especially for cardiocerebrovascular diseases. This article firstly make a comprehensive and systematic review on SMS.
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- Yi Ouyang
- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing 100700, China.
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- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing 100700, China
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- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing 100700, China
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- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing 100700, China; Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing 100700, China; Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jiangxi, China
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- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing 100700, China; Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing 100700, China
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- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing 100700, China
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- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing 100700, China.
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- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing 100700, China.
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- Medical Experimental Center, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China.
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Wang Z, Meng L, Liu X, Zhang L, Yu Z, Wu G. Recent progress toward developing axial chirality bioactive compounds. Eur J Med Chem 2022; 243:114700. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejmech.2022.114700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2022] [Revised: 08/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Zhao J, Ding K, Hou M, Li Y, Hou X, Dai W, Li Z, Zhao J, Liu W, Bai Z. Schisandra chinensis essential oil attenuates acetaminophen-induced liver injury through alleviating oxidative stress and activating autophagy. PHARMACEUTICAL BIOLOGY 2022; 60:958-967. [PMID: 35588406 PMCID: PMC9122381 DOI: 10.1080/13880209.2022.2067569] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2021] [Revised: 02/25/2022] [Accepted: 04/11/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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CONTEXT Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill. (Magnoliaceae) essential oil (SCEO) composition is rich in lignans that are believed to perform protective effects in the liver. OBJECTIVE This study investigates the effects of SCEO in the treatment of acetaminophen (APAP)-induced liver injury in mice. MATERIALS AND METHODS C57BL/6 mice (n = 56) were randomly divided into seven groups: normal; APAP (300 mg/kg); APAP plus bicyclol (200 mg/kg); APAP plus SCEO (0.25, 0.5, 1, 2 g/kg). Serum biochemical parameters for liver function, inflammatory factors, and antioxidant activities were determined. The protein expression levels of Nrf2, GCLC, GCLM, HO-1, p62, and LC3 were assessed by western blotting. Nrf2, GCLC, HO-1, p62, and LC3 mRNA were detected by real-time PCR. RESULTS Compared to APAP overdose, SCEO (2 g/kg) pre-treatment reduced the serum levels of AST (79.4%), ALT (84.6%), TNF-α (57.3%), and IL-6 (53.0%). In addition, SCEO (2 g/kg) markedly suppressed cytochrome P450 2E1 (CYP2E1) (15.4%) and attenuated the exhaustion of GSH (43.6%) and SOD (16.8%), and the accumulation of MDA (22.6%) in the liver, to inhibit the occurrence of oxidative stress. Moreover, hepatic tissues from our experiment revealed that SCEO pre-treatment mitigated liver injury caused by oxidative stress by increasing Nrf2, HO-1, and GCL. Additionally, SCEO activated autophagy, which upregulated hepatic LC3-II and decreased p62 in APAP overdose mice (p < 0.05). DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS Our evidence demonstrated that SCEO protects hepatocytes from APAP-induced liver injury in vivo and the findings will provide a reliable theoretical basis for developing novel therapeutics.
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- Jing Zhao
- School of Pharmacy, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Department of Hepatology, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, the Fifth Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hepatology, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, the Fifth Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hepatology, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, the Fifth Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Department of Hepatology, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, the Fifth Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hepatology, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, the Fifth Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Department of Hepatology, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, the Fifth Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hepatology, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, the Fifth Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hepatology, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- Department of Hepatology, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, the Fifth Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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Liu J, Mu X, Liang J, Zhang J, Qiang T, Li H, Li B, Liu H, Zhang B. Metabolic profiling on the analysis of different parts of Schisandra chinensis based on UPLC-QTOF-MS with comparative bioactivity assays. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2022; 13:970535. [PMID: 36518510 PMCID: PMC9742558 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2022.970535] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2022] [Accepted: 08/31/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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The Schisandra chinensis is an important edible plant, and previous phytochemical research focused on the S. chinensis fruit (SF) due to its long history as traditional Chinese medicine. Schisandra chinensis fruit was used as an astringent tonic to astringe the lungs and the kidneys, replenish energy, promote the production of body fluids, tonify the kidney, and induce sedation. The components of S. chinensis, such as its stems (SS), leaves (SL), and roots (SR), have drawn little attention regarding their metabolites and bioactivities. In this study, a strategy of combining a chemical database with the Progenesis QI informatics platform was applied to characterize the metabolites. A total of 332 compounds were tentatively identified, including lignans, triterpenoids, flavonoids, tannins, and other compound classes. Heatmap and principal component analysis (PCA) showed remarkable differences in different parts of the plants. By multiple orthogonal partial least-squares discriminant analyses (OPLS-DA), 76 compounds were identified as potential marker compounds that differentiate these different plant parts. Based on the variable influence on the projection score from OPLS-DA, the active substances including gomisin D, schisandrol B, schisantherin C, kadsuranin, and kadlongilactone F supported the fact that the biological activity of the roots was higher than that of the fruit. These substances can be used as marker compounds in the plant roots, which likely contribute to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. The plant roots could be a new medicinal source that exhibits better activity than that of traditional medicinal parts, which makes them worth exploring.
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- Jiushi Liu
- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Medical Guarantee Center Pla General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- College of Horticulture, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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Zaimenko NV, Skrypchenko NV, Ivanytska BO, Venediktova TB, Kovalska NP, Karpiuk UV, Stasiv TG, Liu D. Peculiarities of the distribution of assimilates in the organs of Schisandra chinensis plants under different soil and climatic conditions. BIOSYSTEMS DIVERSITY 2022. [DOI: 10.15421/012241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/11/2023] Open
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Peculiarities of accumulation of nutrients in the leaves of Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill. and rhizosphere soil under the conditions of its continuous monoculture have been studied. Comparative analysis of the distribution of nutrients in the leaves of plants under different soil and climatic conditions revealed significant differences. It was found that plants grown on podzolic chernozem of Kolomyia State Forest Fund (Otyniia, Ukraine) were characterized by more intensive absorption of such nutrients as Ca, Si, P, Cu, Zn and Mg. The content of P, K, S, Mn was much higher in the foliar tissues of S. chinensis plants cultivated on the territory of the M. Gryshko National Botanical Garden (Kyiv, Ukraine) in the conditions of dark grey forest soil. The high ability of plants to accumulate and release Mg into the rhizosphere soil was revealed, which is fully consistent with the selective ability of plants to release mineral elements into the soil environment in accordance with their ecomorphotypes. At the same time, the amount of Ca in the rhizosphere soil decreased significantly at the end of the vegetative period, which could be explained, on the one hand, by the intensive influx of Ca into plant tissues and, on the other hand, by participation in chemical balancing processes to reduce manganese and nitrogen mobility in the soil. Barrier-free accumulation of Fe, Ca, Mg, Al elements in S. chinensis leaves was revealed, which should be taken into account when developing plant cultivation technology. The studies of allelopathy activity of vegetative and generative organs of plants and rhizosphere soil have shown that phenolic substances accumulate in small amounts in the soil under S. chinensis, which is a prerequisite for successful cultivation of this fruit vine in the Forest-Steppe zone of Ukraine under conditions of continuous long-term cultivation. The largest amount of phenolic substances was in the upper soil horizons, which gradually decreased with depth, which is consistent with the course of redox processes for the studied soil profiles. The pool of free amino acids of S. chinensis plants growing in different soil and climatic conditions was analyzed, the concentration of amino acids in the leaves was the most indicative. Evaluation of the quantitative and qualitative distribution of free amino acids in plant tissues serves as a diagnostic sign of plant sensitivity to soil and climatic conditions.
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Su D, Luo J, Ge J, Liu Y, Jin C, Xu P, Zhang R, Zhu G, Yang M, Ai Z, Song Y. Raw and Wine Processed Schisandra chinensis Regulate NREM-Sleep and Alleviate Cardiovascular Dysfunction Associated with Insomnia by Modulating HPA Axis. PLANTA MEDICA 2022; 88:1311-1324. [PMID: 34911135 DOI: 10.1055/a-1721-4971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Clinical studies have shown that insomnia and anxiety are usually accompanied by cardiovascular dysfunction. In traditional Chinese medicine, Schisandra chinensis (SC) and wine processed Schisandra chinensis (WSC) are mainly used for the treatment of dysphoria, palpitation and insomnia. However, little attention was paid to its mechanism. In this study, we monitored the effect of SC and WSC on the nervous system and cardiovascular system of free-moving rats in the real-time. Our results show that SC and WSC can alleviate cardiovascular dysfunction while promoting sleep, and we further explored their potential mechanisms. HPLC-QTOF-MS was used for the quality control of chemical components in SC and WSC. Data sciences international (DSI) physiological telemetry system was applied to collect the electroencephalogram (EEG), electrocardiogram (ECG) and other parameters of free-moving rats to understand the effects of long-term intake of SC and WSC on rats. The content of Cortisol (CORT), neurotransmitters and amino acids in rat pituitary and hypothalamus were analyzed by UPLC-MS to determine the activity of HPA axis. The expression of melatonin receptor MT1 was analyzed by immunofluorescence technique. Our results suggested that SC and WSC may play the role of promoting sleep by increasing the expression level of melatonin receptor MT1 in hypothalamus, and modulate the activity of HPA axis by regulating the levels of the related neurotransmitters and amino acid, so as to improve the abnormal cardiovascular system of rats. This study may provide theoretical support for explicating the advantages of SC and other phytomedicines in the treatment of insomnia.
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- Dan Su
- Key Laboratory of depression animal model based on TCM syndrome, Jiangxi Administration of traditional Chinese Medicine, Key Laboratory of TCM for prevention and treatment of brain diseases with cognitive impairment, Jiangxi Province, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Key Laboratory of depression animal model based on TCM syndrome, Jiangxi Administration of traditional Chinese Medicine, Key Laboratory of TCM for prevention and treatment of brain diseases with cognitive impairment, Jiangxi Province, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Key Laboratory of depression animal model based on TCM syndrome, Jiangxi Administration of traditional Chinese Medicine, Key Laboratory of TCM for prevention and treatment of brain diseases with cognitive impairment, Jiangxi Province, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Key Laboratory of depression animal model based on TCM syndrome, Jiangxi Administration of traditional Chinese Medicine, Key Laboratory of TCM for prevention and treatment of brain diseases with cognitive impairment, Jiangxi Province, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Key Laboratory of depression animal model based on TCM syndrome, Jiangxi Administration of traditional Chinese Medicine, Key Laboratory of TCM for prevention and treatment of brain diseases with cognitive impairment, Jiangxi Province, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Key Laboratory of depression animal model based on TCM syndrome, Jiangxi Administration of traditional Chinese Medicine, Key Laboratory of TCM for prevention and treatment of brain diseases with cognitive impairment, Jiangxi Province, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Shenzhen Honsan Health Industry Group, Shenzhen, China
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- Key Laboratory of depression animal model based on TCM syndrome, Jiangxi Administration of traditional Chinese Medicine, Key Laboratory of TCM for prevention and treatment of brain diseases with cognitive impairment, Jiangxi Province, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Key Laboratory of depression animal model based on TCM syndrome, Jiangxi Administration of traditional Chinese Medicine, Key Laboratory of TCM for prevention and treatment of brain diseases with cognitive impairment, Jiangxi Province, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Key Laboratory of depression animal model based on TCM syndrome, Jiangxi Administration of traditional Chinese Medicine, Key Laboratory of TCM for prevention and treatment of brain diseases with cognitive impairment, Jiangxi Province, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Key Laboratory of depression animal model based on TCM syndrome, Jiangxi Administration of traditional Chinese Medicine, Key Laboratory of TCM for prevention and treatment of brain diseases with cognitive impairment, Jiangxi Province, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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Stimulation of Lignan Production in Schisandra rubriflora In Vitro Cultures by Elicitation. Molecules 2022; 27:molecules27196681. [PMID: 36235218 PMCID: PMC9572178 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27196681] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2022] [Revised: 09/27/2022] [Accepted: 10/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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The study investigated the effect of elicitation with: chitosan (CH) (200 mg/L), yeast extract (YeE) (3000 mg/L), ethephon (ETH) (25 µM/L), and methyl jasmonate (MeJA) (50 µM/L), on lignan accumulation in agitated and bioreactor (Plantform temporary immersion systems) microshoot cultures of female (F) and male (M) Schisandra rubriflora Rehd. et Wils. (Schisandraceae) lines. The elicitors were supplemented on the 10th day of culture. Biomasses were collected at 24 h and 48 h, and 4, 6, and 8 days after the addition of each elicitor. The 24 compounds from the dibenzocyclooctadiene, aryltetralin, dibenzylbutane, and tetrahydrofuran lignans and neolignans were determined qualitatively and quantitatively in biomass extracts using the UHPLC–MS/MS method. The highest total contents [mg/100 g DW] of lignans were: for CH-95.00 (F, day 6) and 323.30 (M, 48 h); for YeE 104.30 (F, day 8) and 353.17 (M, day 4); for ETH 124.50 (F, 48 h) and 334.90 (M, day 4); and for MeJA 89.70 (F, 48 h) and 368.50 (M, 24 h). In the biomass extracts of M cultures grown in bioreactors, the highest total lignan content was obtained after MeJA elicitation (153.20 mg/100 g DW). The maximum total lignan contents in the biomass extracts from agitated and bioreactor cultures were 3.29 and 1.13 times higher, respectively, than in the extracts from the non-elicited cultures. The poor understanding of the chemical composition and the lack of studies in the field of plant biotechnology of S. rubriflora emphasize the innovativeness of the research.
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Gomisin G improves muscle strength by enhancing mitochondrial biogenesis and function in disuse muscle atrophic mice. Biomed Pharmacother 2022; 153:113406. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2022.113406] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2022] [Revised: 07/07/2022] [Accepted: 07/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Possibilities of Using Medicinal Plant Extracts and Salt-Containing Raw Materials from the Aral Region for Cosmetic Purposes. Molecules 2022; 27:molecules27165122. [PMID: 36014366 PMCID: PMC9416250 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27165122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2022] [Revised: 08/03/2022] [Accepted: 08/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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The aim of this work was to study the possibility of using medicinal plants in combination with salt-containing raw materials from the Aral Sea region for cosmetic purposes. The chemical and mineralogical compositions of salts occurring in this region were studied for pharmacological and cosmetic purposes. The salt-containing raw materials were studied by X-ray diffraction (XRD), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The microflora of saline-containing raw materials and flora of the Zhaksy-Klych lake were studied. Fifty-six plant species were identified, of which 25% belong to the Asteraceae family, 32% were Poaceae, 22% were Amaranthaceae, and 21% were Tamaricaceae. Using the solid-phase microextraction (SPME) method and comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography−mass spectrometry, the composition of volatile compounds in such plant species as Artemisia alba L., Achilleamillifolium L., Eleagus commutate Bernh. Ex Rydb., Psoraleadrupacea Bunge, Artemisia cipa O. Vegd., Thymus vulgaris L., Morus alba L., Salvia pratensis L., Glycyrhizaglabra L., Tanacetum vulgare L., Polygonumaviculare L., Alhagipseudoalhagi Gagnebin and Peganumharmala L., chosen on the basis of their herbal components for future cosmetic products, was determined. In total, 187 different volatile compounds were found in the endemic plant species Glycyrrhizaglabra L., of which the following were dominant: 1,7-octadiene-3-, 2,6-dimethyl- with a peak area of 4.71%; caryophyllenes; bicyclo[7.2.0]4,11,11-trimethyl-8-methylene-, [1R-(1R*,4E,9S*)]—3.70%; bicyclo[2.2.1] heptane-2-1,7,7-trimethyl-,(1S)—3.46%; cyclohexanone, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyledene)-; 2-isopropyledene-5—2.97%; menthol; cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-; p-menthane-3-ol; menthol alcohol; and 2-isopropyl-5—2.08%. The remaining compounds were detected in amounts of less than 2.0%. Tests of seven cosmetic compositions developed on the basis of plant extracts and salt-containing raw materials revealed that three samples had a moisturizing effect. Launching the production of cosmetic products in the Aral region will not only reduce social tensions but also significantly improve the environmental situation in the region.
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Bouguellid G, Debbache-Benaida N, Atmani-Kilani D, Russo C, Lavorgna M, Piscitelli C, Ayouni K, Berboucha-Rahmani M, Isidori M, Atmani D. Pistacia lentiscus L. fruits showed promising antimutagenic and antigenotoxic activity using both in-vitro and in-vivo test systems. JOURNAL OF TOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH. PART A 2022; 85:603-621. [PMID: 35387576 DOI: 10.1080/15287394.2022.2057885] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Pistacia lentiscus L. is one of the most popular medicinal plants attributed to its beneficial properties on human health. However, few toxicogenetic studies have been carried out. Therefore, the aim of this study was to examine the potential genotoxic/antigenotoxic and mutagenic/antimutagenic properties of oil, ethyl acetate and ethanolic extracts of P. lentiscus L. fruits using in vitro the Ames and Umu assays, as well as in vivo micronucleus (MN) test. Extracts did not exert any significant mutagenic/genotoxic effects but provided protection against standard mutagenic and genotoxic agents including 2 nitrofluorene (2-NF) at 2.5 and 5 µg/ml; sodium azide at 5 and 10 µg/ml; 3-methylcholanthrene (3-MC) at 25 and 50 μg/ml; cyclophosphamide (CP) at 50 and 100 μg/ml; 4-nitroquinoline 1-oxide (4-NQO) at 0.05 µg/ml and 2-amino-anthracene (AA) at 0.2 µg/ml. Further, cytotoxicity and selectivity were examined on human hepatocarcinoma (HepG2), and MCF-7 breast cancer cell lines as well as a human normal-like fibroblast cell line (TelCOFS02MA) using MTT assay. Among all extracts, PF1 (ethanolic) showed the most significant selectivity index (SI) (HepG2:11.98; MCF7:4.83), which led to further investigations using an animal model. Oral administration of PF1 (125-1000 mg/kg b.w.) significantly decreased the number of micronucleated cells in CP -initiated (50 mg/kg b.w.) mice, while the number of micronucleated reticulocytes (MNRET), micronucleated polychromatic erythrocytes (MNPCE) or mitotic index (MI) were not markedly affected. Further, PF1 significantly enhanced catalase (CAT) and superoxide dismutase (SOD) activities in the livers and kidneys of these animals. The obtained results indicated the beneficial properties of P. lentiscus L. fruits for use in therapy against harmful effects of genotoxic and mutagenic agents. However, while promising it should be noted that the obtained results are preliminary and need to be confirmed prior to therapeutic use.
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- Ghania Bouguellid
- Laboratoire de Biochimie Appliquée, Faculté des Sciences de la Nature et de la Vie, Université de Bejaia, Bejaia, 06000, Algeria
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- Laboratoire de Biochimie Appliquée, Faculté des Sciences de la Nature et de la Vie, Université de Bejaia, Bejaia, 06000, Algeria
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- Laboratoire de Biochimie Appliquée, Faculté des Sciences de la Nature et de la Vie, Université de Bejaia, Bejaia, 06000, Algeria
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- Farmaceutiche, Università della Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli"Dipartimento di Scienze e Tecnologie Ambientali, Biologiche e , Via Vivaldi 43, I-81100 Caserta, Italy
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- Farmaceutiche, Università della Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli"Dipartimento di Scienze e Tecnologie Ambientali, Biologiche e , Via Vivaldi 43, I-81100 Caserta, Italy
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- Farmaceutiche, Università della Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli"Dipartimento di Scienze e Tecnologie Ambientali, Biologiche e , Via Vivaldi 43, I-81100 Caserta, Italy
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- Laboratoire de Biochimie Appliquée, Faculté des Sciences de la Nature et de la Vie, Université de Bejaia, Bejaia, 06000, Algeria
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- Laboratoire de Biochimie Appliquée, Faculté des Sciences de la Nature et de la Vie, Université de Bejaia, Bejaia, 06000, Algeria
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- Farmaceutiche, Università della Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli"Dipartimento di Scienze e Tecnologie Ambientali, Biologiche e , Via Vivaldi 43, I-81100 Caserta, Italy
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- Laboratoire de Biochimie Appliquée, Faculté des Sciences de la Nature et de la Vie, Université de Bejaia, Bejaia, 06000, Algeria
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Kim MR, Cho SY, Lee HJ, Kim JY, Nguyen UTT, Ha NM, Choi KY, Cha KH, Kim JH, Kim WK, Kang K. Schisandrin C improves leaky gut conditions in intestinal cell monolayer, organoid, and nematode models by increasing tight junction protein expression. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2022; 103:154209. [PMID: 35689901 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2022.154209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2021] [Revised: 03/25/2022] [Accepted: 05/24/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND Leaky gut symptoms and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are associated with damaged intestinal mucosa, intestinal permeability dysfunction by epithelial cell cytoskeleton contraction, disrupted intercellular tight junction (TJ) protein expression, and abnormal immune responses and are intractable diseases. PURPOSE We evaluated the effects of schisandrin C, a dibenzocyclooctadiene lignan from Schisandra chinensis, on intestinal inflammation and permeability dysfunction in gut mimetic systems: cultured intestinal cells, intestinal organoids, and a Caenorhabditis elegans model. METHODS Schisandrin C was selected from 9 lignan compounds from S. chinensis based on its anti-inflammatory effects in HT-29 human intestinal cells. IL-1β and Pseudomonas aeruginosa supernatants were used to disrupt intestinal barrier formation in vitro and in C. elegans, respectively. The effects of schisandrin C on transepithelial electrical resistance (TEER) and intestinal permeability were evaluated in intestinal cell monolayers, and its effect on intestinal permeability dysfunction was tested in mouse intestinal organoids and C. elegans by measuring fluorescein isothiocyanate (FITC)-dextran efflux. The effect of schisandrin C on TJ protein expression was investigated by western blotting and fluorescence microscopy. The signaling pathway underlying these effects was also elucidated. RESULTS Schisandrin C ameliorated intestinal permeability dysfunction in three IBD model systems and enhanced epithelial barrier formation via upregulation of ZO-1 and occludin in intestinal cell monolayers and intestinal organoids. In Caco-2 cells, schisandrin C restored IL-1β-mediated increases in MLCK and p-MLC expression, in turn blocking cytoskeletal contraction and subsequent intestinal permeabilization. Schisandrin C inhibited NF-ĸB and p38 MAPK signaling, which regulates MLCK expression and structural reorganization of the TJ complex in Caco-2 cells. Schisandrin C significantly improved abnormal FITC-dextran permeabilization in both intestinal organoids and C. elegans. CONCLUSION Schisandrin C significantly improves abnormal intestinal permeability and regulates the expression of TJ proteins, long MLCK, p-MLC, and inflammation-related proteins, which are closely related to leaky gut symptoms and IBD development. Therefore, schisandrin C is a candidate to treat leaky gut symptoms and IBDs.
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- Mi Ri Kim
- Natural Product Informatics Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea; Department of Aquatic Life Medicine, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25457, South Korea
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- Natural Product Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea; Division of Bio-Medical Science & Technology, KIST School, University of Science and Technology (UST), Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea
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- Natural Product Informatics Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea
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- Natural Product Informatics Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea
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- Natural Product Informatics Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea
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- Natural Product Informatics Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea; Division of Bio-Medical Science & Technology, KIST School, University of Science and Technology (UST), Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea
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- Natural Product Informatics Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea; Division of Bio-Medical Science & Technology, KIST School, University of Science and Technology (UST), Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea
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- Natural Product Informatics Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea
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- Department of Aquatic Life Medicine, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25457, South Korea
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- Natural Product Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea.
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- Natural Product Informatics Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea; Division of Bio-Medical Science & Technology, KIST School, University of Science and Technology (UST), Gangneung, Gangwon-do, 25451, South Korea.
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A simple and effective method based on enzyme-ligand complex for affinity analysis of lipase inhibitor from Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill. J Chromatogr B Analyt Technol Biomed Life Sci 2022; 1208:123393. [PMID: 35907362 DOI: 10.1016/j.jchromb.2022.123393] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2022] [Revised: 07/18/2022] [Accepted: 07/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill has various biological activities including anti-obesity. Rapid analysis and screening of active compounds from natural extracts is one of the challenges faced by natural drug research. In order to analyze and screen lipase inhibitor from Schisandra chinensis extract, a method inspired by the specific binding of enzyme to ligand was developed and established. Through optimization of incubation conditions, such as time, temperature, and pH, the potential active compound was locked by comparing the change of the chemical components of the S. chinensis extract before and after incubation with lipase. Subsequently, the target compound was isolated by high-speed counter-current chromatography and was identified as 5-hydroxymethyl-2-furaldehyde. Moreover, in vitro activity determination confirmed that 5-hydroxymethyl-2-furaldehyde with an IC50 value of 284.78 ± 16.45 μg/mL interacted with the lipase through non-competitive inhibition. Furthermore, molecular docking further revealed that 5-hydroxymethyl-2-furaldehyde can be embedded into the active pocket of lipase via multiple hydrogen bonds and other interactions. This study not only screened a potential lipase inhibitor from S. chinensis through the newly developed method, but also can be used as a typical reference for the discovery of active components from functional foods and natural products.
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Yoo A, Ahn J, Kim MJ, Seo HD, Hahm JH, Jung CH, Ha TY. Fruit of Schisandra chinensis and its bioactive component schizandrin B ameliorate obesity-induced skeletal muscle atrophy. Food Res Int 2022; 157:111439. [PMID: 35761679 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2022.111439] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Revised: 05/13/2022] [Accepted: 05/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Schisandra chinensis fruit (Omiza in Korean), used for the production tea or liquor, and is known to enhance skeletal muscle function. However, the effect of Omiza extract (OM) on obesity-induced skeletal muscle atrophy remains unclear. This study investigated the effect of OM on skeletal muscle mass and performance in obese mice. OM increased skeletal muscle weight, size and improved skeletal muscle performance. Further, it also suppressed obesity-induced increases in proinflammatory cytokines, MuRF1, and Atrogin1 in mouse skeletal muscle and enhanced the expression of MHC and the phosphorylation of AKT/mTOR signaling molecules, thereby suppressing myostatin expression and regulating Smad-FOXO signaling. Schizandrin B, a major component of OM inhibited palmitic acid induced atrophy in C2C12 cells via Smad-FOXO regulation, suggesting that it partially contributed to the effects of OM against obesity-induced muscle atrophy. Taken together, OM may have the potential to prevent and treat obesity-induced muscle atrophy.
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Affiliation(s)
- Ahyoung Yoo
- Division of Food Functionality Research, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea; Department of Food and Nutrition, Chungnam National University, Daejeon 34134, Republic of Korea.
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- Division of Food Functionality Research, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea; Division of Food Biotechnology, University of Science and Technology, Daejeon 34113, Republic of Korea.
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- Division of Food Functionality Research, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea.
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- Division of Food Functionality Research, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea.
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- Division of Food Functionality Research, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea.
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- Division of Food Functionality Research, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea; Division of Food Biotechnology, University of Science and Technology, Daejeon 34113, Republic of Korea.
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- Division of Food Functionality Research, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea; Division of Food Biotechnology, University of Science and Technology, Daejeon 34113, Republic of Korea.
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