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Liu F, O'Donnell TJ, Park EJ, Kovacs S, Nakamura K, Dave A, Luo Y, Sun R, Wall M, Wongwiwatthananukit S, Silva DK, Williams PG, Pezzuto JM, Chang LC. Anti-inflammatory Quinoline Alkaloids from the Roots of Waltheria indica. JOURNAL OF NATURAL PRODUCTS 2023; 86:276-289. [PMID: 36746775 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jnatprod.2c00861] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
Abstract
Sixteen new quinoline alkaloids (1a-7, 8a, 9, 10, 13-15, 17, and 21) and 10 known analogs (8b, 11, 12, 16, 18-20, and 22-24), along with three known cyclopeptide alkaloids (25-27), were isolated from the roots of Waltheria indica. The structures of the new compounds were elucidated by detailed NMR and circular dichroism with computational support and mass spectrometry data interpretation. Anti-inflammatory potential of isolates was evaluated based on inhibition of lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced nitric oxide (NO) production and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α)-induced nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) activity with cell culture models. In the absence of cell growth inhibition, compounds 6, 8a, 9-11, 13, 21, and 24 reduced TNF-α-induced NF-κB activity with IC50 values ranging from 7.1 to 12.1 μM, comparable to the positive control (BAY 11-7082, IC50 = 9.7 μM). Compounds 6, 8a, 8b, and 11 showed significant NO-inhibitory activity with IC50 values ranging from 11.0 to 12.8 μM, being more active than the positive control (l-NMMA, IC50 = 22.7 μM). Structure-activity relationships indicated that NO inhibitory activity was significantly affected by C-8 substitution. Inhibition of LPS-induced nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) by 8b [(5S)-waltherione M, IC50 11.7 ± 0.8 μM] correlated with inhibition of iNOS mRNA expression. The biological potential of W. indica metabolites supports the traditional use of this plant for the treatment of inflammatory-related disorders.
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- Feifei Liu
- School of Life Sciences, Jiangsu Normal University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu 221116, People's Republic of China
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy, University of Hawai'i at Hilo, Hilo, Hawaii 96720, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, 2545 McCarthy Mall, Honolulu, Hawaii 96822, United States
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy, University of Hawai'i at Hilo, Hilo, Hawaii 96720, United States
- Arnold and Marine Schwartz College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Long Island University, Brooklyn, New York 11201, United States
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy, University of Hawai'i at Hilo, Hilo, Hawaii 96720, United States
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy, University of Hawai'i at Hilo, Hilo, Hawaii 96720, United States
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- Arnold and Marine Schwartz College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Long Island University, Brooklyn, New York 11201, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, 2545 McCarthy Mall, Honolulu, Hawaii 96822, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, 2545 McCarthy Mall, Honolulu, Hawaii 96822, United States
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- Daniel K. Inouye U.S. Pacific Basin Agricultural Research Center, USDA-ARS, Hilo, Hawaii 96720, United States
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy, University of Hawai'i at Hilo, Hilo, Hawaii 96720, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, 2545 McCarthy Mall, Honolulu, Hawaii 96822, United States
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy, University of Hawai'i at Hilo, Hilo, Hawaii 96720, United States
- College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Western New England University, Springfield, Massachusetts 10119, United States
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy, University of Hawai'i at Hilo, Hilo, Hawaii 96720, United States
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Sprouts of Moringa oleifera Lam.: Germination, Polyphenol Content and Antioxidant Activity. MOLECULES (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 27:molecules27248774. [PMID: 36557909 PMCID: PMC9785483 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27248774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2022] [Revised: 12/05/2022] [Accepted: 12/08/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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(1) Background: In recent years, the consumption of sprouts, thanks to their high nutritional value, and the presence of bioactive compounds with antioxidant, antiviral and antibacterial properties, is becoming an increasingly widespread habit. Moringa oleifera Lam. (Moringa) seems to be an inexhaustible resource considering that many parts may be used as food or in traditional medicine; on the other hand, Moringa sprouts still lack a proper characterization needing further insights to envisage novel uses and applications. (2) Methods: In this study, a rapid and easy protocol to induce the in vivo and in vitro germination of Moringa seeds has been set up to obtain sprouts and cotyledons to be evaluated for their chemical composition. Moreover, the effects of sprouts developmental stage, type of sowing substrate, and gibberellic acid use on the chemical characteristics of extracts have been evaluated. (3) Results: Moringa seeds have a high germinability, both in in vivo and in vitro conditions. In addition, the extracts obtained have different total phenolic content and antioxidant activity. (4) Conclusions: This research provides a first-line evidence to evaluate Moringa sprouts as future novel functional food or as a valuable source of bioactive compounds.
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Ndlovu SS, Ghazi T, Chuturgoon AA. The Potential of Moringa oleifera to Ameliorate HAART-Induced Pathophysiological Complications. Cells 2022; 11:2981. [PMID: 36230942 PMCID: PMC9563018 DOI: 10.3390/cells11192981] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2022] [Accepted: 09/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/06/2022] Open
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Highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) comprises a combination of two or three antiretroviral (ARV) drugs that are administered together in a single tablet. These drugs target different steps within the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) life cycle, providing either a synergistic or additive antiviral effect; this enhances the efficiency in which viral replication is suppressed. HIV cannot be completely eliminated, making HAART a lifetime treatment. With long-term HAART usage, an increasing number of patients experience a broadening array of complications, and this significantly affects their quality of life, despite cautious use. The mechanism through which ARV drugs induce toxicity is associated with metabolic complications such as mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative stress, and inflammation. To address this, it is necessary to improve ARV drug formulation without compromising its efficacy; alternatively, safe supplementary medicine may be a suitable solution. The medicinal plant Moringa oleifera (MO) is considered one of the most important sources of novel nutritionally and pharmacologically active compounds that have been shown to prevent and treat various diseases. MO leaves are rich in polyphenols, vitamins, minerals, and tannins; studies have confirmed the therapeutic properties of MO. MO leaves provide powerful antioxidants, scavenge free radicals, promote carbohydrate metabolism, and repair DNA. MO also induces anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, anti-proliferative, and anti-mutagenic effects. Therefore, MO can be a source of affordable and safe supplement therapy for HAART-induced toxicity. This review highlights the potential of MO leaves to protect against HAART-induced toxicity in HIV patients.
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- Discipline of Medical Biochemistry, School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban 4041, South Africa
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- Discipline of Medical Biochemistry, School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban 4041, South Africa
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Minocha T, Das M, Rai V, Verma SS, Awasthee N, Gupta SC, Haldar C, Yadav SK. Melatonin induces apoptosis and cell cycle arrest in cervical cancer cells via inhibition of NF-κB pathway. Inflammopharmacology 2022; 30:1411-1429. [DOI: 10.1007/s10787-022-00964-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2022] [Accepted: 03/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Alia F, Putri M, Anggraeni N, Syamsunarno MRAA. The Potency of Moringa oleifera Lam. as Protective Agent in Cardiac Damage and Vascular Dysfunction. Front Pharmacol 2022; 12:724439. [PMID: 35140601 PMCID: PMC8818947 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2021.724439] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2021] [Accepted: 12/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Cardiac damage and vascular dysfunction due to underlying diseases, such as hypertension and cardiac thrombosis, or side effects from certain drugs may lead to critical illness conditions and even death. The phytochemical compounds in natural products are being prospected to protect the heart and vascular system from further damage. Moringa genus is a subtropical tree native to Asia and Africa, which includes 13 species; Moringa oleifera Lam. (MO) is the most cultivated for its beneficial uses. MO is also known as the “miracle tree” because it has been used traditionally as a food source and medicine to treat various diseases such as anemia, diabetes, and infectious or cardiovascular diseases. The phytochemical compounds identified in MO with functional activities associated with cardiovascular diseases are N,α-L-rhamnopyranosyl vincosamide, isoquercetin, quercetin, quercetrin, and isothiocyanate. This study aims to investigate the potency of the phytochemical compounds in MO as a protective agent to cardiac damage and vascular dysfunction in the cardiovascular disease model. This is a scoping review by studying publications from the reputed database that assessed the functional activities of MO, which contribute to the improvement of cardiac and vascular dysfunctions. Studies show that the phytochemical compounds, for example, N,α-L-rhamnopyranosyl vincosamide and quercetin, have the molecular function of antioxidant, anti-inflammation, and anti-apoptosis. These lead to improving cardiac contractility and protecting cardiac structural integrity from damage. These compounds also act as natural vasorelaxants and endothelium protective agents. Most of the studies were conducted on in vivo studies; therefore, further studies should be applied in a clinical setting.
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- Fenty Alia
- Study Program of Biomedical Engineering, School of Electrical Engineering, Telkom University, Bandung, Indonesia
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- Department of Biochemistry, Nutrition, and Biomolecular, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Islam Bandung, Bandung, Indonesia
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- Medical Laboratory Technologist, Bakti Asih School of Analyst, Bandung, Indonesia
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jatinangor, Indonesia
- *Correspondence: Mas Rizky A. A Syamsunarno,
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Xie J, Qian YY, Yang Y, Peng LJ, Mao JY, Yang MR, Tian Y, Sheng J. Isothiocyanate From Moringa oleifera Seeds Inhibits the Growth and Migration of Renal Cancer Cells by Regulating the PTP1B-dependent Src/Ras/Raf/ERK Signaling Pathway. Front Cell Dev Biol 2022; 9:790618. [PMID: 35059399 PMCID: PMC8764249 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2021.790618] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2021] [Accepted: 12/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Moringa oleifera Lam. is a tropical and subtropical plant that has been used for centuries as both food and traditional medicine. 4-[(α-L-Rhamnosyloxy) benzyl] isothiocyanate (MIC-1) is an active substance in M. oleifera, with anti-cancer activity. However, whether MIC-1 exerts anti-renal cancer effects is unknown. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to evaluate the effects of MIC-1 on the growth and migration of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) cells and to identify the putative underlying mechanism. We found that, among 30 types of cancer cells, MIC-1 exerted the strongest growth inhibitory effects against 786-O RCC cells. In addition, MIC-1 (10 μM) significantly inhibited the growth of five RCC cell lines, including 786-O, OSRC-2, 769-P, SK-NEP-1, and ACHN cells, but was not toxic to normal renal (HK2) cells. Also, MIC-1 suppressed 786-O and 769-P cell migration and invasion abilities, and reduced the expression of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-2 and MMP-9. Furthermore, MIC-1 induced apoptosis and cell cycle arrest, increased Bax/Bcl-2 ratio, and decreased cell cycle-related protein expression in 786-O cells and 769-P cells. Molecular docking and small-molecule interaction analyses with PTP1B both showed that MIC-1 inhibited PTP1B activity by binding to its active site through hydrogen bonding and hydrophobic interactions. Additionally, MIC-1 could suppress the growth and migration of 786-O cells by inhibiting PTP1B-mediated activation of the Src/Ras/Raf/ERK signaling pathway. In vivo experiments further showed that MIC-1 markedly inhibited the growth of xenograft tumors in mice, and greatly increased Bax/Bcl-2 ratio in tumor tissues. In addition, MIC-1 had no effect on the PTP1B-dependent Src/Ras/Raf/ERK signaling pathway in HCT-116 cells, Hep-G2 cells, and A431 cells. Overall, our data showed that MIC-1 could be a promising, non-toxic, natural dietary supplement for the prevention and treatment of renal cancer.
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- Jing Xie
- College of Food Science and Technology, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming, China.,Engineering Research Center of Development and Utilization of Food and Drug Homologous Resources, Ministry of Education, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming, China.,National R&D Center for Moringa Processing Technology, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming, China
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- College of Science, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming, China.,National R&D Center for Moringa Processing Technology, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming, China.,Yunnan Provincial Engineering Research Center for Edible and Medicinal Homologous Functional Food, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming, China
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- Key Laboratory of Pu-er Tea Science, Ministry of Education, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming, China
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Akter T, Rahman MA, Moni A, Apu MAI, Fariha A, Hannan MA, Uddin MJ. Prospects for Protective Potential of Moringa oleifera against Kidney Diseases. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 10:plants10122818. [PMID: 34961289 PMCID: PMC8706354 DOI: 10.3390/plants10122818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2021] [Revised: 12/15/2021] [Accepted: 12/16/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Kidney diseases are regarded as one of the major public health issues in the world. The objectives of this study were: (i) to investigate the causative factors involved in kidney disease and the therapeutic aspects of Moringa oleifera, as well as (ii) the effectiveness of M. oleifera in the anti-inflammation and antioxidant processes of the kidney while minimizing all potential side effects. In addition, we proposed a hypothesis to improve M. oleifera based drug development. This study was updated by searching the key words M. oleifera on kidney diseases and M. oleifera on oxidative stress, inflammation, and fibrosis in online research databases such as PubMed and Google Scholar. The following validation checking and scrutiny analysis of the recently published articles were used to explore this study. The recent existing research has found that M. oleifera has a plethora of health benefits. Individual medicinal properties of M. oleifera leaf extract, seed powder, stem extract, and the whole extract (ethanol/methanol) can up-increase the activity of antioxidant enzymes like superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), and glutathione (GSH), while decreasing the activity of inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, and COX-2. In our study, we have investigated the properties of this plant against kidney diseases based on existing knowledge with an updated review of literature. Considering the effectiveness of M. oleifera, this study would be useful for further research into the pharmacological potential and therapeutic insights of M. oleifera, as well as prospects of Moringa-based effective medicine development for human benefits.
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- Tanzina Akter
- ABEx Bio-Research Center, East Azampur, Dhaka 1230, Bangladesh; (T.A.); (M.A.R.); (A.M.); (M.A.I.A.); (A.F.); (M.A.H.)
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- ABEx Bio-Research Center, East Azampur, Dhaka 1230, Bangladesh; (T.A.); (M.A.R.); (A.M.); (M.A.I.A.); (A.F.); (M.A.H.)
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- ABEx Bio-Research Center, East Azampur, Dhaka 1230, Bangladesh; (T.A.); (M.A.R.); (A.M.); (M.A.I.A.); (A.F.); (M.A.H.)
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- ABEx Bio-Research Center, East Azampur, Dhaka 1230, Bangladesh; (T.A.); (M.A.R.); (A.M.); (M.A.I.A.); (A.F.); (M.A.H.)
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- ABEx Bio-Research Center, East Azampur, Dhaka 1230, Bangladesh; (T.A.); (M.A.R.); (A.M.); (M.A.I.A.); (A.F.); (M.A.H.)
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- ABEx Bio-Research Center, East Azampur, Dhaka 1230, Bangladesh; (T.A.); (M.A.R.); (A.M.); (M.A.I.A.); (A.F.); (M.A.H.)
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh 2202, Bangladesh
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- ABEx Bio-Research Center, East Azampur, Dhaka 1230, Bangladesh; (T.A.); (M.A.R.); (A.M.); (M.A.I.A.); (A.F.); (M.A.H.)
- Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Ewha Womans University, Seoul 03760, Korea
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Wu YY, Xu YM, Lau ATY. Anti-Cancer and Medicinal Potentials of Moringa Isothiocyanate. Molecules 2021; 26:molecules26247512. [PMID: 34946594 PMCID: PMC8708952 DOI: 10.3390/molecules26247512] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2021] [Revised: 12/03/2021] [Accepted: 12/07/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Moringa oleifera (M. oleifera), which belongs to the Moringaceae family, is a common herb, rich in plant compounds. It has a variety of bioactive compounds that can act as antioxidants, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer agents, etc., which can be obtained in different body parts of M. oleifera. Isothiocyanates (ITCs) from M. oleifera are one class of these active substances that can inhibit cancer proliferation and promote cancer cell apoptosis through multiple signaling pathways, thus curbing cancer migration and metastasis, at the same time they have little adverse effect on normal cells. There are multiple variants of ITCs in M. oleifera, but the predominant phytochemical is 4-(α-L-rhamnosyloxy)benzyl isothiocyanate, also known as moringa isothiocyanate (MIC-1). Studies have shown that MIC-1 has the possibility to be used clinically for the treatment of diabetes, neurologic diseases, obesity, ulcerative colitis, and several cancer types. In this review, we focus on the molecular mechanisms underlying the anti-cancer and anti-chronic disease effects of MIC-1, current trends, and future direction of MIC-1 based treatment strategies. This review combines the relevant literature of the past 10 years, in order to provide more comprehensive information of MIC-1 and to fully exploit its potentiality in the clinical settings.
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Wang S, Sun-Waterhouse D, Neil Waterhouse GI, Zheng L, Su G, Zhao M. Effects of food-derived bioactive peptides on cognitive deficits and memory decline in neurodegenerative diseases: A review. Trends Food Sci Technol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.tifs.2021.04.056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Ashrafizadeh M, Yaribeygi H, Sahebkar A. Therapeutic Effects of Curcumin against Bladder Cancer: A Review of Possible Molecular Pathways. Anticancer Agents Med Chem 2021; 20:667-677. [PMID: 32013836 DOI: 10.2174/1871520620666200203143803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2019] [Revised: 01/03/2020] [Accepted: 01/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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There are concerns about the increased incidence of cancer both in developing and developed countries. In spite of recent progress in cancer therapy, this disease is still one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Consequently, there have been rigorous attempts to improve cancer therapy by looking at nature as a rich source of naturally occurring anti-tumor drugs. Curcumin is a well-known plant-derived polyphenol found in turmeric. This compound has numerous pharmacological effects such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic and anti-tumor properties. Curcumin is capable of suppressing the growth of a variety of cancer cells including those of bladder cancer. Given the involvement of various signaling pathways such as PI3K, Akt, mTOR and VEGF in the progression and malignancy of bladder cancer, and considering the potential of curcumin in targeting signaling pathways, it seems that curcumin can be considered as a promising candidate in bladder cancer therapy. In the present review, we describe the molecular signaling pathways through which curcumin inhibits invasion and metastasis of bladder cancer cells.
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- Milad Ashrafizadeh
- Department of Basic Science, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran
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- Research Center of Physiology, Semnan University of Medical Sciences, Semnan, Iran
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- Halal Research Center of IRI, FDA, Tehran, Iran.,Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Wang F, Bao Y, Zhang C, Zhan L, Khan W, Siddiqua S, Ahmad S, Capanoglu E, Skalicka-Woźniak K, Zou L, Simal-Gandara J, Cao H, Weng Z, Shen X, Xiao J. Bioactive components and anti-diabetic properties of Moringa oleifera Lam. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2021; 62:3873-3897. [PMID: 33401950 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2020.1870099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Moringa oleifera Lam. is a perennial tropical deciduous tree with high economic and pharmaceutical value. As an edible plant, M. oleifera Lam. is rich in nutrients, such as proteins, amino acids, mineral elements and vitamins. Besides, it also contains an important number of bioactive phytochemicals, such as polysaccharides, flavonoids, alkaloids, glucosinolates and isothiocyanates. M. oleifera for long has been used as a natural anti-diabetic herb in India and other Asian countries. Thus, the anti-diabetic properties of Moringa plant have evolved highly attention to the researchers. In the last twenty years, a huge number of new chemical structures and their pharmacological activities have been reported in particularly the anti-diabetic properties. The current review highlighted the bioactive phytochemicals from M. Oleifera. Moreover, evidence regarding the therapeutic potential of M. oleifera for diabetes including experimental and clinical data was presented and the underlying mechanisms were revealed in order to provide insights for the development of novel drugs.
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- Fang Wang
- College of Food Science and Engineering/Collaborative Innovation Center for Modern Grain Circulation and Safety/Key Laboratory of Grains and Oils Quality Control and Processing, Nanjing University of Finance and Economics, Nanjing, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering/Collaborative Innovation Center for Modern Grain Circulation and Safety/Key Laboratory of Grains and Oils Quality Control and Processing, Nanjing University of Finance and Economics, Nanjing, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering/Collaborative Innovation Center for Modern Grain Circulation and Safety/Key Laboratory of Grains and Oils Quality Control and Processing, Nanjing University of Finance and Economics, Nanjing, China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Bioactive Natural Product Laboratory, New Delhi, India
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- School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Bioactive Natural Product Laboratory, New Delhi, India
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- School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Bioactive Natural Product Laboratory, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, Maslak, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Key Laboratory of Coarse Cereal Processing, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Chengdu University, Chengdu, China
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- Nutrition and Bromatology Group, Department of Analytical Chemistry and Food Science, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Vigo-Ourense Campus, Ourense, Spain
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Guangdong Ocean University, Zhanjiang, China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering/Collaborative Innovation Center for Modern Grain Circulation and Safety/Key Laboratory of Grains and Oils Quality Control and Processing, Nanjing University of Finance and Economics, Nanjing, China
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- Nutrition and Bromatology Group, Department of Analytical Chemistry and Food Science, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Vigo-Ourense Campus, Ourense, Spain.,College of Food Science and Technology, Guangdong Ocean University, Zhanjiang, China.,International Research Center for Food Nutrition and Safety, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, China
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Lopez-Rodriguez NA, Gaytán-Martínez M, de la Luz Reyes-Vega M, Loarca-Piña G. Glucosinolates and Isothiocyanates from Moringa oleifera: Chemical and Biological Approaches. PLANT FOODS FOR HUMAN NUTRITION (DORDRECHT, NETHERLANDS) 2020; 75:447-457. [PMID: 32909179 DOI: 10.1007/s11130-020-00851-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/25/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Alternative therapies, such as phytotherapy, are considered to improve the health status of people with chronic non-communicable diseases (CNCDs). In this regard, Moringa oleifera is currently being studied for its nutritional value and its total phenolic content. Besides phenolic compounds, the phytochemical composition is also of great interest. This composition is characterized by the presence of glucosinolates and isothiocyanates. Isothiocyanates formed by the biotransformation of Moringa glucosinolates contain an additional sugar in their chemical structure, which provides stability to these bioactive compounds over other isothiocyanates found in other crops. Both glucosinolates and isothiocyanates have been described as beneficial for the prevention and improvement of some chronic diseases. The content of glucosinolates in Moringa tissues can be enhanced by certain harvesting methods which in turn alters their final yield after extraction. This review aims to highlight certain features of glucosinolates and isothiocyanates from M. oleifera, such as their chemical structure, functionality, and main extraction and harvesting methods. Some of their health-promoting effects will also be addressed.
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- Norma A Lopez-Rodriguez
- Programa de Posgrado en Alimentos del Centro de la República, Research and Graduate Studies in Food Science, School of Chemistry, Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, Centro Universitario, Cerro de las Campanas, S/N, Santiago de Querétaro, 76010, Qro, Mexico
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- Programa de Posgrado en Alimentos del Centro de la República, Research and Graduate Studies in Food Science, School of Chemistry, Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, Centro Universitario, Cerro de las Campanas, S/N, Santiago de Querétaro, 76010, Qro, Mexico
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- Programa de Posgrado en Alimentos del Centro de la República, Research and Graduate Studies in Food Science, School of Chemistry, Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, Centro Universitario, Cerro de las Campanas, S/N, Santiago de Querétaro, 76010, Qro, Mexico
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- Programa de Posgrado en Alimentos del Centro de la República, Research and Graduate Studies in Food Science, School of Chemistry, Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, Centro Universitario, Cerro de las Campanas, S/N, Santiago de Querétaro, 76010, Qro, Mexico.
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Mehwish HM, Riaz Rajoka MS, Xiong Y, Zheng K, Xiao H, Anjin T, Liu Z, Zhu Q, He Z. Moringa oleifera – A Functional Food and Its Potential Immunomodulatory Effects. FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL 2020. [DOI: 10.1080/87559129.2020.1825479] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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- Hafiza Mahreen Mehwish
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangdong Key Laboratory for Genome Stability & Human Disease Prevention, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Novel Natural Health Care Products, Engineering Laboratory of Shenzhen Natural small molecule Innovative Drugs, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, PR China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangdong Key Laboratory for Genome Stability & Human Disease Prevention, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Novel Natural Health Care Products, Engineering Laboratory of Shenzhen Natural small molecule Innovative Drugs, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, PR China
- College of Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518060, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangdong Key Laboratory for Genome Stability & Human Disease Prevention, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Novel Natural Health Care Products, Engineering Laboratory of Shenzhen Natural small molecule Innovative Drugs, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, PR China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangdong Key Laboratory for Genome Stability & Human Disease Prevention, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Novel Natural Health Care Products, Engineering Laboratory of Shenzhen Natural small molecule Innovative Drugs, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, PR China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangdong Key Laboratory for Genome Stability & Human Disease Prevention, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Novel Natural Health Care Products, Engineering Laboratory of Shenzhen Natural small molecule Innovative Drugs, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, PR China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Hybio Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Shenzhen, 518057, PR China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangdong Key Laboratory for Genome Stability & Human Disease Prevention, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Novel Natural Health Care Products, Engineering Laboratory of Shenzhen Natural small molecule Innovative Drugs, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, PR China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangdong Key Laboratory for Genome Stability & Human Disease Prevention, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Novel Natural Health Care Products, Engineering Laboratory of Shenzhen Natural small molecule Innovative Drugs, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, PR China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangdong Key Laboratory for Genome Stability & Human Disease Prevention, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Novel Natural Health Care Products, Engineering Laboratory of Shenzhen Natural small molecule Innovative Drugs, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, PR China
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Science Center, Shenzhen Technology University., Shenzhen, 518060, PR China
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Shah KH, Oza MJ. Comprehensive Review of Bioactive and Molecular Aspects of Moringa Oleifera Lam. FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL 2020. [DOI: 10.1080/87559129.2020.1813755] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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- Kaushal H. Shah
- Department of Pharmacognosy, SVKM’s Dr. Bhanuben Nanavati College of Pharmacy, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, SVKM’s Dr. Bhanuben Nanavati College of Pharmacy, Mumbai, India
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Vadabingi N, Avula VKR, Zyryanov GV, Vallela S, Anireddy JS, Pasupuleti VR, Mallepogu V, Chamarthi NR, Ponne VC. Multiple molecular targets mediated antioxidant activity, molecular docking, ADMET, QSAR and bioactivity studies of halo substituted urea derivatives of α-Methyl-l-DOPA. Bioorg Chem 2020; 97:103708. [PMID: 32146177 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioorg.2020.103708] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2020] [Revised: 02/26/2020] [Accepted: 02/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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A series of novel α-methyl-l-DOPA urea derivatives viz., 3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-2-methyl-2-(3-halo/trifluoromethyl substituted phenyl ureido)propanoic acids (6a-e) have been synthesized from the reaction of α-methyl-l-DOPA (3) with various aryl isocyanates (4a-e) by using triethylamine (5, TEA) as a base catalyst in THF at reflux conditions. The synthesized compounds are structurally characterized by spectral (IR, 1H &13C NMR and MASS) and elemental analysis studies and screened for their in-vitro antioxidant activity against DPPH, NO and H2O2 free radical scavenging assays and identified compounds 6c &6d as potential antioxidants. The acquired in vitro results were correlated with the results of molecular docking, ADMET, QSAR and bioactivity studies performed for them and predicted that the recorded in silico binding affinities are in good correlation with the in vitro antioxidant activity results. The molecular docking analysis has comprehended the strong hydrogen bonding interactions of 6a-e with 1CB4, 1N8Q, 3MNG, 1OG5, 1DNU, 3NRZ, 2CDU, 1HD2 and 2HCK proteins of their respective SOD, LO, PRXS5, CP450, MP, XO, NO, PRY5 and HCK enzymes. This has sustained the effective binding of 6a-e and resulted in functional inhibition of selective aminoacid residues to be pronounced as multiple molecular targets mediated antioxidant potent compounds. In addition, the evaluated toxicology risks of 6a-e are identified with in the potential limits of drug candidates. The conformational analysis of 6c & 6d prominently infers that urea moiety uniting α-methyl-l-DOPA with halo substituted aryl units into a distinctive orientation to comply good structure-activity to inhibit the proliferation of reactive oxygen species in vivo.
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- Nagalakshmamma Vadabingi
- Department of Chemistry, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam's Sri Venkateswara Arts College, Tirupati 517502, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Chemical Engineering Institute, Ural Federal University, Yekaterinburg 620002, Russian Federation
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- Chemical Engineering Institute, Ural Federal University, Yekaterinburg 620002, Russian Federation; Ural Division of the Russian Academy of Sciences, I. Ya. Postovskiy Institute of Organic Synthesis, 22 S. Kovalevskoy Street, Yekaterinburg 620219, Russian Federation
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- Centre for Chemical Science and Technology, Institute of Science and Technology, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad, Hyderabad 500085, Telangana, India
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- Centre for Chemical Science and Technology, Institute of Science and Technology, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad, Hyderabad 500085, Telangana, India
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Therapeutics, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Kota Kinabalu 88400, Sabah, Malaysia
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- Department of Biochemistry, Sri Venkateswara University College of Sciences, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati 517502, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Sri Venkateswara University College of Sciences, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati 517502, Andhra Pradesh, India.
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- Department of Chemistry, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam's Sri Venkateswara Arts College, Tirupati 517502, Andhra Pradesh, India.
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Pilotos J, Ibrahim KA, Mowa CN, Opata MM. Moringa oleifera treatment increases Tbet expression in CD4 + T cells and remediates immune defects of malnutrition in Plasmodium chabaudi-infected mice. Malar J 2020; 19:62. [PMID: 32033605 PMCID: PMC7006207 DOI: 10.1186/s12936-020-3129-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2019] [Accepted: 01/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Malaria is a worldwide problem that affects millions of people yearly. In rural areas where anti-malarial drugs are not easily accessible, many people use herbal treatments, such as Moringa oleifera, to treat a variety of diseases and ailments including malaria. While Moringa is reported to possess potent and curative anti-malarial properties, previous studies have mostly been restricted to assessment of parasitaemia. In this study, the effect of Moringa on malaria immunity in a murine model was investigated. METHODS Using a high dose (60 mg/mouse) for a short time (7 days) or low dose Moringa (30 mg/mouse) for a longer time (3 weeks), cytokine production, and Tbet expression by effector CD4+ T cells (Teff) were determined. Mice were also treated with Moringa after infection (curatively) or before infection (prophylactically) to determine the effect of the plant extract on parasitaemia and immunity. Given that Moringa also possess many nutritional benefits, the contribution of Moringa on malnourished malaria infected mice was determined. Malnutrition was induced by limiting access to food to only 4 h a day for 4 weeks, while control mice had unlimited access to mouse laboratory chow. All data was collected by flow cytometry and analysed using one-Way ANOVA or two tailed Student's t test. RESULTS Moringa-treated mice had increased numbers of effector CD4+ T cells accompanied by an increase in Tbet expression compared to control untreated mice. Mice that were treated with Moringa curatively also exhibited increased effector CD4+ T cell numbers, IFN-gamma and TNF secretion. Interestingly, the mice that were treated prophylactically had significantly higher Tbet expression. In the absence of adaptive immunity, high parasitaemia was observed in the RAG1 knockout mice. The food limited mice (malnourished) had reduced numbers of CD4+ T cells, TNF proportions, and significantly greater Tbet expression compared to the control group. Supplementation with Moringa in the limited group slightly restored CD4+ T cell activation, IL-2, and IL-10 production. CONCLUSIONS Taken together, these data suggest that Moringa treatment leads to increased CD4+ T cell activation, Th1 differentiation and production of pro-inflammatory cytokines after malaria infection. Thus, Moringa may be immunologically useful in the treatment of malaria and malnutrition. Further investigations are required to identify the active components in Moringa.
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- Jennifer Pilotos
- Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences, Appalachian State University, 572 Rivers Street, ASU Box 32027, Boone, NC, 28604, USA
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- Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences, Appalachian State University, 572 Rivers Street, ASU Box 32027, Boone, NC, 28604, USA
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- Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences, Appalachian State University, 572 Rivers Street, ASU Box 32027, Boone, NC, 28604, USA
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- Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences, Appalachian State University, 572 Rivers Street, ASU Box 32027, Boone, NC, 28604, USA.
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Emerging Insights into Anticancer Chemopreventive Activities of Nutraceutical Moringa oleifera: Molecular Mechanisms, Signal Transduction and In Vivo Efficacy. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s40495-020-00210-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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Small molecule inhibitors and stimulators of inducible nitric oxide synthase in cancer cells from natural origin (phytochemicals, marine compounds, antibiotics). Biochem Pharmacol 2020; 176:113792. [PMID: 31926145 DOI: 10.1016/j.bcp.2020.113792] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2019] [Accepted: 01/03/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Nitric oxide synthases (NOS) are a family of isoforms, which generate nitric oxide (NO). NO is one of the smallest molecules in nature and acts mainly as a potent vasodilator. It participates in various biological processes ranging from physiological to pathological conditions. Inducible NOS (iNOS, NOS2) is a calcium-independent and inducible isoform. Despite high iNOS expression in many tumors, the role of iNOS is still unclear and complex with both enhancing and prohibiting actions in tumorigenesis. Nature presents a broad variety of natural stimulators and inhibitors, which may either promote or inhibit iNOS response. In the present review, we give an overview of iNOS-modulating agents with a special focus on both natural and synthetic molecules and their effects in related biological processes. The role of iNOS in physiological and pathological conditions is also discussed.
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Lachhi Reddy V, Avula VKR, Zyryanov GV, Vallela S, Anireddy JS, Pasupuleti VR, Chamarthi NR. Hunig's base catalyzed synthesis of new 1-(2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-yl)-3-aryl urea/thiourea derivatives as potent antioxidants and 2HCK enzyme growth inhibitors. Bioorg Chem 2019; 95:103558. [PMID: 31911311 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioorg.2019.103558] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2019] [Revised: 11/28/2019] [Accepted: 12/24/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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A series of 1-(2,3-dihydro-1H-indan-1-yl)-3-aryl urea/thiourea derivatives (4a-j) have been synthesized from the reaction of 2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-amine (2) with various aryl isocyanates/isothiocyanates (3a-j) by using N,N-DIPEA base (Hunig's base) catalyst in THF at reflux conditions. All of them are structurally confirmed by spectral (IR, 1H &13C NMR and MASS) and elemental analysis and screened for their in-vitro antioxidant activity against DPPH and NO free radicals and found that compounds 4b, 4i, 4h &4g are potential antioxidants. The obtained in vitro results were compared with the molecular docking, ADMET, QSAR and bioactivity study results performed for them and identified that the recorded in silico binding affinities were observed in good correlation with the in vitro antioxidant results. The Molecular docking analysis had unveiled the strong hydrogen bonding interactions of synthesized ligands with ARG 160 residue of protein tyrosine kinase (2HCK) enzyme and plays an effective role in its inhibition. Toxicology studies have assessed the potential risks of 4a-j and inferred that all of them were in the limits of potential drugs. The conformational analysis of 4a-j inferred that the urea/thiourea spacer linking 2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-amino and substituted aryl units has facilitated all these molecules to effectively bind with ARG 160 amino acid residue present on the α-helix of the protein tyrosine kinase (2HCK) enzyme specifically on chain A of hemopoetic cell kinase. Collectively this study has established a relationship between the antioxidant potentiality and ligands binding with ARG 160 amino acid residue of chain A of 2HCK enzyme to inhibit its growth as well as proliferation of reactive oxygen species in vivo.
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- Venkataramana Lachhi Reddy
- Department of Chemistry, Sri Venkateswara University College of Sciences, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati 517502, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Chemical Engineering Institute, Ural Federal University, Yekaterinburg 620002, Russian Federation
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- Chemical Engineering Institute, Ural Federal University, Yekaterinburg 620002, Russian Federation; Ural Division of the Russian Academy of Sciences, I. Ya. Postovskiy Institute of Organic Synthesis, 22 S. Kovalevskoy Street, Yekaterinburg 620219, Russian Federation
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- Centre for Chemical Science and Technology, Institute of Science and Technology, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad, Hyderabad 500085, Telangana, India
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- Centre for Chemical Science and Technology, Institute of Science and Technology, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad, Hyderabad 500085, Telangana, India
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Therapeutics, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Kota Kinabalu 88400, Sabah, Malaysia
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- Department of Chemistry, Sri Venkateswara University College of Sciences, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati 517502, Andhra Pradesh, India.
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Effects of Moringa oleifera on Glycaemia and Insulin Levels: A Review of Animal and Human Studies. Nutrients 2019; 11:nu11122907. [PMID: 31810205 PMCID: PMC6950081 DOI: 10.3390/nu11122907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2019] [Revised: 10/09/2019] [Accepted: 10/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Diabetes and related neurological complications are serious worldwide public health problems. The increasing number of affected individuals make it necessary to implement novel nutritional and therapeutic interventions. The tree Moringa oleifera (MO) has been used as a food source and for traditional medicine purposes due to possible antihyperglycemic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and lipid regulating properties. These properties may be explained by the presence of numerous phytochemicals in the leaves, fruits, roots and, oil of the tree. The evidence for acute antihyperglycemic effects of MO extract on diabetic animal models seems to be robust, but more chronic and long-term studies are needed. In contrast, the hypoglycemic effects of MO on humans are not as clear. The scarce number of human studies, together with a diverse range of methodologies and MO doses, may explain this. In addition, evidence regarding changes in insulin levels due to MO intervention is ambiguous, both in animal and human studies. Therefore, more structured studies are needed to clarify if MO has an effect on insulin levels or activity.
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Ruhee RT, Ma S, Suzuki K. Sulforaphane Protects Cells against Lipopolysaccharide-Stimulated Inflammation in Murine Macrophages. Antioxidants (Basel) 2019; 8:antiox8120577. [PMID: 31766492 PMCID: PMC6943607 DOI: 10.3390/antiox8120577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2019] [Revised: 11/18/2019] [Accepted: 11/19/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Inflammation is an essential part for the general or innate immune defenses to defend against tissue damage and accelerate the curing process by providing protection against pathogens. Sulforaphane (SFN) is a natural isothiocyanate that has potential properties against inflammation, along with other protective functions. The purpose of this study was to examine the mechanism of its protective effect on lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced inflammation in Raw 264.7 macrophages. Here, we compared LPS-challenged macrophages with or without SFN pretreatment. Macrophages were pre-incubated for 6 h with a wide range of concentrations of SFN (0 to 50 µM), and then treated with LPS for 24 h. Nitric oxide (NO) concentration and gene expression of different inflammatory mediators, i.e., interleukin (IL)-6, tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α, and IL-1β, were measured. SFN neither directly reacted with cytokines, nor with NO. To understand the mechanisms, we performed analyses of the expression of regulatory enzyme inducible nitic oxide synthase (iNOS), the transcription factor NF-E2-related factor 2 (Nrf2), and its enzyme heme-oxygenase (HO)-1. Our results revealed that LPS increased significantly the expression of inflammatory cytokines and concentration of NO in non-treated cells. SFN was able to prevent the expression of NO and cytokines through regulating inflammatory enzyme iNOS and activation of Nrf2/HO-1 signal transduction pathway.
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- Ruheea Taskin Ruhee
- Graduate School of Sport Sciences, Waseda University, Tokorozawa 359-1192, Japan;
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, Waseda University, Tokorozawa 359-1192, Japan
- Correspondence: (S.M.); (K.S.); Tel.: +81-4-2947-6753 (S.M.); +81-4-2947-6898 (K.S.)
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, Waseda University, Tokorozawa 359-1192, Japan
- Correspondence: (S.M.); (K.S.); Tel.: +81-4-2947-6753 (S.M.); +81-4-2947-6898 (K.S.)
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Mousa AA, El-Gansh HAI, Eldaim MAA, Mohamed MAEG, Morsi AH, El Sabagh HS. Protective effect of Moringa oleifera leaves ethanolic extract against thioacetamide-induced hepatotoxicity in rats via modulation of cellular antioxidant, apoptotic and inflammatory markers. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2019; 26:32488-32504. [PMID: 31617137 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-019-06368-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2018] [Accepted: 08/29/2019] [Indexed: 05/16/2023]
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The current study was conducted to evaluate the ameliorative and protective potentials of Moringea oleifera leaves ethanolic extract (MOLE) against thioacetamide (TAA) toxicity. A total of 58 male albino rats were randomly assigned into six experimental groups. G1, rats received distilled water. G2, rats were injected with a single dose of TAA (200 mg/kg BW) i.p. G3, rats were given MOLE (300 mg/kg BW) orally for 26 days. G4, rats were injected TAA as in G2 and treated with MOLE as G3. G5, rats were kept for 26 days without treatment then on day 27 injected with TAA as in G2. G6, rats were given MOLE for 26 days then on day 27 injected with TAA. Phytochemical analysis of MOLE indicated the presence of kaempferol, kaempferol malonylglucoside, kaempferol hexoside, kaempferol -3-O-glucoside, kaempferol-3-O-acetyl-glucoside, cyanidin -3-O-hexoside, ellagic acid, quercetin, quercetin-3-O-glucoside, and apigenin glucoside. Intoxication of rats with TAA significantly elevated activities of serum AST, ALT, and ALP; concentrations of malondialdehyde, nitric oxide, and hepatic tissue protein expression of caspase 3 and COX2 with alteration of the histological structures of hepatic tissues, while it decreased serum levels of total protein, albumin, and hepatic tissue contents of reduced glutathione. Also, TAA intoxication resulted in 62.5% mortality in rats of G5. Treatment of TAA intoxicated rats (G4) with MOLE ameliorated the toxic effects of TAA on hepatic tissue structure and function. It decreased serum activities of AST, ALT, and ALP; enhanced hepatic GSH concentration; reduced pathological alterations and lipid peroxidation; and downregulated caspase 3 and COX2 proteins expression in hepatic tissue. In addition, MOLE protected rats of G6 from TAA-induced hepatic tissues injury and dysfunction, and increased survival rate of rats. In conclusion, MOLE had both ameliorating and protecting potentials against TAA-induced rats liver damage through regulation of antioxidant, anti-apoptotic, and inflammatory biomarkers. Graphical abstract.
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- Ahmed Abdelmoniem Mousa
- Department of Biochemistry and Chemistry of Nutrition, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Menoufia, 32897, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry and Chemistry of Nutrition, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Menoufia, 32897, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry and Chemistry of Nutrition, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Menoufia University, Shebin Elkom, Menoufia, Egypt.
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Toxicology and Forensic Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Menoufia, 32897, Egypt
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Nitrogenous phytoconstituents of genus Moringa: spectrophotometrical and pharmacological characteristics. Med Chem Res 2019. [DOI: 10.1007/s00044-019-02403-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Minhas R, Bansal Y, Bansal G. Inducible nitric oxide synthase inhibitors: A comprehensive update. Med Res Rev 2019; 40:823-855. [PMID: 31502681 DOI: 10.1002/med.21636] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2019] [Revised: 08/22/2019] [Accepted: 08/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), which is expressed in response to bacterial/proinflammatory stimuli, generates nitric oxide (NO) that provides cytoprotection. Overexpression of iNOS increases the levels of NO, and this increased NO level is implicated in pathophysiology of complex multifactorial diseases like Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and inflammatory bowel disease. Selective inhibition of iNOS is an effective approach in treatment of such complex diseases. l-Arginine, being a substrate for iNOS, is the natural lead to develop iNOS inhibitors. More than 200 research reports on development of nitric oxide synthase inhibitors by different research groups across the globe have appeared in literature so far. The first review on iNOS, in 2002, discussed the iNOS inhibitors under two classes that is, amino acid and non-amino acid derivatives. Other review articles discussing specific chemical classes of iNOS inhibitors also appeared during last decade. In the present review, all reports on both natural and synthetic iNOS inhibitors, published 2002 onwards, are studied, classified, and discussed to provide comprehensive information on iNOS inhibitors. The synthetic inhibitors are broadly classified into two categories that is, arginine and non-arginine analogs. The latter are further classified into amidines, five- or six-membered heterocyclics, fused cyclics, steroidal type, and chalcones analogs. Structures of the most/significantly potent compounds from each report are provided to know the functional groups important for incurring iNOS inhibitory activity and selectivity. This review is aimed to provide a comprehensive view to the medicinal chemists for rational designing of novel and potent iNOS inhibitors.
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- Richa Minhas
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University, Patiala, Punjab, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University, Patiala, Punjab, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University, Patiala, Punjab, India
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Basaiyye SS, Kashyap S, Krishnamurthi K, Sivanesan S. Induction of apoptosis in leukemic cells by the alkaloid extract of garden cress (Lepidium sativum L.). JOURNAL OF INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE-JIM 2019; 17:221-228. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joim.2019.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2018] [Accepted: 12/30/2018] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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El-Deep MH, Dawood MAO, Assar MH, Ijiri D, Ohtsuka A. Dietary Moringa oleifera improves growth performance, oxidative status, and immune related gene expression in broilers under normal and high temperature conditions. J Therm Biol 2019; 82:157-163. [PMID: 31128643 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtherbio.2019.04.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2019] [Revised: 04/16/2019] [Accepted: 04/20/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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The aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of Moringa oleifera (MO) on the performance, antioxidative status, and immune related gene expression in broilers raised under normal or heat stress conditions. Broiler chickens were distributed into 4 groups and fed diets with dietary MO at 0% or 5% (MO0 or MO5) and raised under ambient temperature 22 ± 1 °C (N) or 35±1 °C (HS). HS conditions negatively affected the weight gain and FCR, while feeding MO exhibited beneficial effects especially under HS conditions. Triglycerides, total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL) levels were significantly (P < 0.05) higher in chickens raised in HS conditions and fed the basal diet than those in normal condition and fed with or without MO, while MO decreased triglycerides and total cholesterol levels in normal and HS conditions. Blood high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL) was significantly decreased in broilers raised in HS conditions and fed diets without MO, while MO increased HDL level. Blood glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) was significantly (P < 0.05) decreased in broilers raised in HS conditions and fed the basal diet without MO. mRNA expression of GSH-Px was significantly (P < 0.05) downregulated in broilers raised in HS conditions and fed diets without MO. Broilers under normal or HS conditions and fed the basal diet exhibited significantly (P < 0.05) downregulated mRNA expressions of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) compared to chickens under normal conditions and fed MO. Liver and muscle thiobarbituric acid reactive substance (TBARs) were significantly (P < 0.05) increased in broilers under HS conditions and fed diet without MO. The expressions of interleukins (IL2 and IL6) were significantly (P < 0.05) downregulated in broilers under normal or HS conditions and fed diets without MO. To sum up, HS conditions depressed the performance, antioxidative status, and immune related gene expression in broilers, while MO obviously alleviated these negative effects in broilers.
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- Mahmoud H El-Deep
- Animal Production Research Institute, Sakha Station, 33717 Kafr El-Sheikh, Egypt
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- Department of Animal Production, Faculty of Agriculture, Kafrelsheikh University, 33516, Egypt.
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- Animal Production Research Institute, Sakha Station, 33717 Kafr El-Sheikh, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemical Science and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, Kagoshima University, 1-21-24 Kagoshima, Kagoshima 890-0065, Japan
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- Department of Biochemical Science and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, Kagoshima University, 1-21-24 Kagoshima, Kagoshima 890-0065, Japan
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Haodang L, Lianmei Q, Ranhui L, Liesong C, Jun H, Yihua Z, Cuiming Z, Yimou W, Xiaoxing Y. HO-1 mediates the anti-inflammatory actions of Sulforaphane in monocytes stimulated with a mycoplasmal lipopeptide. Chem Biol Interact 2019; 306:10-18. [PMID: 30965051 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2019.04.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2018] [Revised: 03/24/2019] [Accepted: 04/04/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Exposure to Mycoplasma pneumoniae leads to lung inflammation through a host defense pathway. Increasing evidence has indicated that the mycoplasma-derived membrane lipoprotein, or its analogue macrophage-activating lipopeptide-2 (MALP-2), excretes LPS as an immune system-stimulating substance and plays a crucial role in pathological injury during M. pneumoniae infection. It has been established that Sulforaphane confers anti-inflammatory properties. However, the underlying mechanism responsible for the inhibitory actions of Sulforaphane in the context of mycoplasmal pneumoniae are poorly understood. Here, we report that Sulforaphane is an inducer of heme oxygenase (HO)-1, a cytoprotective enzyme that catalyzes the degradation of heme through signaling pathways in human monocytes. Sulforaphane stimulated NF-E2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) translocation from the cytosol to the nucleus, and small interfering RNA-mediated knock-down of Nrf2 significantly inhibited Sulforaphane-induced HO-1 expression. Additionally, PI3K/Akt and ROS were also involved in Sulforaphane-induced Nrf2 activation and HO-1 expression, as revealed by the pharmacological inhibitors LY294002 and NAC. Moreover, Sulforaphane treatment inhibited MALP-2-induced pro-inflammatory cytokine secretion and pulmonary inflammation in mice, as well as MALP-2-triggered NF-κB activation. Furthermore, SnPP, a selective inhibitor of HO-1, reversed the inhibitory actions of Sulforaphane, while a carbon monoxide-releasing molecule, CORM-2, caused a significant decrease in MALP-2-induced cytokine secretion. Collectively, these results suggest that Sulforaphane functions as a suppressor of the MALP-2-induced inflammatory response, not only by inhibiting the expression of cytokines and the induction of HO-1 but also by diminishing NF-κB activation in cultured monocytes and the lungs of mice.
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- Luo Haodang
- Institute of Pathogenic Biology, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Special Pathogens Prevention and Control, Hunan Province Cooperative Innovation Center for Molecular Target New Drug Study, Hengyang, 421001, China
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- Institute of Pathogenic Biology, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Special Pathogens Prevention and Control, Hunan Province Cooperative Innovation Center for Molecular Target New Drug Study, Hengyang, 421001, China
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- Institute of Pathogenic Biology, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Special Pathogens Prevention and Control, Hunan Province Cooperative Innovation Center for Molecular Target New Drug Study, Hengyang, 421001, China
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- Institute of Pathogenic Biology, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Special Pathogens Prevention and Control, Hunan Province Cooperative Innovation Center for Molecular Target New Drug Study, Hengyang, 421001, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The Affiliated Nanhua Hospital of University of South China, Hengyang, 421001, China
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- Institute of Pathogenic Biology, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Special Pathogens Prevention and Control, Hunan Province Cooperative Innovation Center for Molecular Target New Drug Study, Hengyang, 421001, China
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- Institute of Pathogenic Biology, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Special Pathogens Prevention and Control, Hunan Province Cooperative Innovation Center for Molecular Target New Drug Study, Hengyang, 421001, China
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- Institute of Pathogenic Biology, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Special Pathogens Prevention and Control, Hunan Province Cooperative Innovation Center for Molecular Target New Drug Study, Hengyang, 421001, China
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- Institute of Pathogenic Biology, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Special Pathogens Prevention and Control, Hunan Province Cooperative Innovation Center for Molecular Target New Drug Study, Hengyang, 421001, China.
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Park EJ, Sang-Ngern M, Chang LC, Pezzuto JM. Physalactone and 4β-Hydroxywithanolide E Isolated from Physalis peruviana Inhibit LPS-Induced Expression of COX-2 and iNOS Accompanied by Abatement of Akt and STAT1. JOURNAL OF NATURAL PRODUCTS 2019; 82:492-499. [PMID: 30649869 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jnatprod.8b00861] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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In previous studies, withanolides isolated from Physalis peruviana were found to exhibit anti-inflammatory potential by suppressing nitrite production induced by lipopolysaccharide (LPS) treatment. Currently, we selected two of the most potent compounds, 4β-hydroxywithanolide E (1) and physalactone (2), to examine the underlying mechanism of action. With LPS-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells in culture, the compounds inhibited the mRNA and protein expression of iNOS and COX-2. To determine which upstream signaling proteins were involved in these effects, phosphorylation levels of three mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPKs) including ERK1/2, JNK1/2, and p38, were examined, but found unaffected. Similarly, the degradation of IκBα was not attenuated by the compounds. However, phosphorylation of Akt at the Ser-473 residue was inhibited, as was the phosphorylation of STAT1. Interestingly, the compounds also reduced the protein level of total STAT1, possibly by ubiquitin-dependent protein degradation. In sum, these results indicate the potential of 1 and 2 to mediate anti-inflammatory effects through the unexpected mechanism of inhibiting the transcription of iNOS and COX-2 via Akt- and STAT1-related signaling pathways.
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- Eun-Jung Park
- Arnold and Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences , Long Island University , Brooklyn , New York 11201 , United States
- The Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy , University of Hawaìi at Hilo , Hilo , Hawaii 96720 , United States
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- The Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy , University of Hawaìi at Hilo , Hilo , Hawaii 96720 , United States
- School of Cosmetic Science , Mae Fah Luang University , Tasud, Muang, Chiang Rai , Thailand
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- The Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy , University of Hawaìi at Hilo , Hilo , Hawaii 96720 , United States
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- Arnold and Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences , Long Island University , Brooklyn , New York 11201 , United States
- The Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy , University of Hawaìi at Hilo , Hilo , Hawaii 96720 , United States
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Xing JS, Wang X, Lan YL, Lou JC, Ma B, Zhu T, Zhang H, Wang D, Yu Z, Yuan Z, Li XY, Zhang B. Isoalantolactone inhibits IKKβ kinase activity to interrupt the NF-κB/COX-2-mediated signaling cascade and induces apoptosis regulated by the mitochondrial translocation of cofilin in glioblastoma. Cancer Med 2019; 8:1655-1670. [PMID: 30740911 PMCID: PMC6488112 DOI: 10.1002/cam4.2013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2018] [Revised: 10/30/2018] [Accepted: 01/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Isoalantolactone (IATL), a sesquiterpene lactone compound, possesses many pharmacological and biological activities, but its role in glioblastoma (GBM) treatment is still unknown. The aim of the current study was to investigate the antiglioma effects of IATL and to explore the underlying molecular mechanisms. In the current study, the biological functions of IATL were examined by MTT, cell migration, colony formation, and cell apoptosis assays. Confocal immunofluorescence techniques, chromatin immunoprecipitation, and pull‐down assays were used to explore the precise underlying molecular mechanisms. To examine IATL activity and the molecular mechanisms by which it inhibits glioma growth in vivo, we used a xenograft tumor mouse model. Furthermore, Western blotting was used to confirm the changes in protein expression after IATL treatment. According to the results, IATL inhibited IKKβ phosphorylation, thus inhibiting both the binding of NF‐κB to the cyclooxygenase 2 (COX‐2) promoter and the recruitment of p300 and eventually inhibiting COX‐2 expression. In addition, IATL induced glioma cell apoptosis by promoting the conversion of F‐actin to G‐actin, which in turn activates the cytochrome c (Cyt c) and caspase‐dependent apoptotic pathways. In the animal experiments, IATL reduced the size and weight of glioma tumors in xenograft mice and inhibited the expression of COX‐2 and phosphorylated NF‐κB p65 in the transplanted tumors. In conclusion, the current study indicated that IATL inhibited the expression of COX‐2 through the NF‐κB signaling pathway and induced the apoptosis of glioma cells by increasing actin transformation. These results suggested that IATL could be greatly effective in GBM treatment.
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- Jin-Shan Xing
- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, The Third People's Hospital of Dalian, Non-Directly Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Dalian Municipal Central Hospital, Affiliated of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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Peng Y, Wang Y, Tang N, Sun D, Lan Y, Yu Z, Zhao X, Feng L, Zhang B, Jin L, Yu F, Ma X, Lv C. Andrographolide inhibits breast cancer through suppressing COX-2 expression and angiogenesis via inactivation of p300 signaling and VEGF pathway. J Exp Clin Cancer Res 2018; 37:248. [PMID: 30314513 PMCID: PMC6186120 DOI: 10.1186/s13046-018-0926-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 103] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2018] [Accepted: 10/02/2018] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Andrographolide (Andro), a diterpenoid lactone, has been used for treatment of various cancers with less adverse effects. However, the underlying mechanisms regarding its anti-tumor mechanism still remain unclear. METHODS Cell viability and proliferation were measured by CCK8 and CFSE dilution assay. The localization of p50/p65 or cytochrome c was determined using confocal immunofluorescence. Streptavidin-agarose pulldown or ChIP assays were used to detect the binding of multiple transactivators to COX-2 promoter. The promoter activity was examined by a dual-Luciferase reporter assay. The functions of Andro on COX-2-mediated angiogenesis were also investigated using human HUVEC cells through tube formation and spheroids sprouting assay. The in vivo anti-tumor efficacy of Andro was analyzed in xenografts nude mice. RESULTS The results indicated that Andro could significantly inhibit the proliferation of human breast cancers, and suppress COX-2 expression at both protein and mRNA levels. Furthermore, Andro could dose-dependently inhibit COX-2-mediated angiogenesis in human endothelial cells. We have also found that Andro significantly promoted the activation of cytochrome c and activated caspase-dependent apoptotic signaling pathway. Our further explorations demonstrated that Andro inhibited the binding of the transactivators CREB2, C-Fos and NF-κB and blocked the recruitment of coactivator p300 to COX-2 promoter. Moreover, Andro could effectively inhibit the activity of p300 histone acetyltransferase (HAT), thereby attenuating the p300-mediated acetylation of NF-κB. Besides, Andro could also dramatically inhibit the migration, invasion and tubulogenesis of HUVECs in vitro. In addition, Andro also exhibited effective anti-tumor efficacy as well as angiogenesis inhibition in vivo. CONCLUSION In current study, we explore the potential effects of Andro in suppressing breast cancer growth and tumor angiogenesis, as well as the precise mechanisms. This work demonstrated the potential anti-cancer effects of Andro, indicating that Andro could inhibit COX-2 expression through attenuating p300 HAT activity and suppress angiogenesis via VEGF pathway, and thereby could be developed as an antitumor agent for the treatment of breast cancer.
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- Yulin Peng
- Institute of Integrative Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Basic Medical Science, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044 China
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- Institute of Integrative Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Basic Medical Science, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044 China
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- Institute of Integrative Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Basic Medical Science, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044 China
- Department of Integrative Medicine, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Xinglin College, Shenyang, 110167 China
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- Institute of Integrative Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Basic Medical Science, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044 China
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- Institute of Integrative Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Basic Medical Science, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044 China
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- Institute of Integrative Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Basic Medical Science, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044 China
- Emergency Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Haikou, 571199 China
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- Institute of Integrative Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Basic Medical Science, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044 China
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- Institute of Integrative Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Basic Medical Science, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044 China
- Emergency Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Haikou, 571199 China
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- Institute of Integrative Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Basic Medical Science, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044 China
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- Institute of Integrative Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Basic Medical Science, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044 China
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- Emergency Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Haikou, 571199 China
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- Institute of Integrative Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Basic Medical Science, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044 China
- Emergency Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Haikou, 571199 China
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- Emergency Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Haikou, 571199 China
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Fahey JW, Olson ME, Stephenson KK, Wade KL, Chodur GM, Odee D, Nouman W, Massiah M, Alt J, Egner PA, Hubbard WC. The Diversity of Chemoprotective Glucosinolates in Moringaceae (Moringa spp.). Sci Rep 2018; 8:7994. [PMID: 29789618 PMCID: PMC5964242 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-018-26058-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2018] [Accepted: 05/03/2018] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Glucosinolates (GS) are metabolized to isothiocyanates that may enhance human healthspan by protecting against a variety of chronic diseases. Moringa oleifera, the drumstick tree, produces unique GS but little is known about GS variation within M. oleifera, and even less in the 12 other Moringa species, some of which are very rare. We assess leaf, seed, stem, and leaf gland exudate GS content of 12 of the 13 known Moringa species. We describe 2 previously unidentified GS as major components of 6 species, reporting on the presence of simple alkyl GS in 4 species, which are dominant in M. longituba. We document potent chemoprotective potential in 11 of 12 species, and measure the cytoprotective activity of 6 purified GS in several cell lines. Some of the unique GS rank with the most powerful known inducers of the phase 2 cytoprotective response. Although extracts of most species induced a robust phase 2 cytoprotective response in cultured cells, one was very low (M. longituba), and by far the highest was M. arborea, a very rare and poorly known species. Our results underscore the importance of Moringa as a chemoprotective resource and the need to survey and conserve its interspecific diversity.
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- Jed W Fahey
- Cullman Chemoprotection Center, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA. .,Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Baltimore, Maryland, USA. .,Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Department of Pharmacology and Molecular Sciences, Baltimore, Maryland, USA. .,Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, Department of International Health, Center for Human Nutrition, Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
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- Instituto de Biología, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Tercer Circuito de Ciudad Universitaria, Ciudad de México, 04510, Mexico.,The International Moringa Germplasm Collection, Ejido de la Reforma Agraria, Jalisco, Mexico
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- Cullman Chemoprotection Center, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA.,Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Department of Pharmacology and Molecular Sciences, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Cullman Chemoprotection Center, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA.,Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Department of Pharmacology and Molecular Sciences, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Cullman Chemoprotection Center, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA.,Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, Department of International Health, Center for Human Nutrition, Baltimore, Maryland, USA.,Graduate Group in Nutritional Biology, UC Davis, Davis, California, USA
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- Biotechnology Laboratory, Kenya Forestry Research Institute, Nairobi, Kenya
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- Department of Forestry, Range, and Wildlife Management, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
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- George Washington University, Department of Chemistry, Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Washington DC, USA
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- Johns Hopkins Drug Discovery, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, Department of Environmental Health and Engineering, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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Kou X, Li B, Olayanju JB, Drake JM, Chen N. Nutraceutical or Pharmacological Potential of Moringa oleifera Lam. Nutrients 2018; 10:E343. [PMID: 29534518 PMCID: PMC5872761 DOI: 10.3390/nu10030343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 125] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2018] [Revised: 03/03/2018] [Accepted: 03/07/2018] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Moringa oleifera Lam. (M. oleifera), which belongs to the Moringaceae family, is a perennial deciduous tropical tree, and native to the south of the Himalayan Mountains in northern India. M. oleifera is rich in proteins, vitamin A, minerals, essential amino acids, antioxidants, and flavonoids, as well as isothiocyanates. The extracts from M. oleifera exhibit multiple nutraceutical or pharmacological functions including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-cancer, hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, hypoglycemic, and blood lipid-reducing functions. The beneficial functions of M. oleifera are strongly associated with its phytochemicals such as flavonoids or isothiocyanates with bioactivity. In this review, we summarize the research progress related to the bioactivity and pharmacological mechanisms of M. oleifera in the prevention and treatment of a series of chronic diseases-including inflammatory diseases, neuro-dysfunctional diseases, diabetes, and cancers-which will provide a reference for its potential application in the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases or health promotion.
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- Xianjuan Kou
- Tianjiu Research and Development Center for Exercise Nutrition and Foods, Hubei Key Laboratory of Exercise Training and Monitoring, College of Health Science, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan 430079, China.
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- Tianjiu Research and Development Center for Exercise Nutrition and Foods, Hubei Key Laboratory of Exercise Training and Monitoring, College of Health Science, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan 430079, China.
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- Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA.
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- Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA.
- Department of Medicine, Division of Medical Oncology, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA.
- Department of Pharmacology, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA.
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- Tianjiu Research and Development Center for Exercise Nutrition and Foods, Hubei Key Laboratory of Exercise Training and Monitoring, College of Health Science, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan 430079, China.
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Kim Y, Jaja-Chimedza A, Merrill D, Mendes O, Raskin I. A 14-day repeated-dose oral toxicological evaluation of an isothiocyanate-enriched hydro-alcoholic extract from Moringa oleifera Lam. seeds in rats. Toxicol Rep 2018; 5:418-426. [PMID: 29854612 PMCID: PMC5977371 DOI: 10.1016/j.toxrep.2018.02.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2017] [Revised: 02/22/2018] [Accepted: 02/27/2018] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
Abstract
A 14-d short-term oral toxicity study in rats evaluated the safety of moringa isothiocyanate-1 (MIC-1)-enriched hydro-alcoholic moringa seeds extract (MSE). Rats (5 males/5 females per group) were gavaged daily for 14 d with the vehicle control or MSE, at 78 (low), 257 (mid-low), 772 (mid-high), or 2571 (high) mg/kg bw/d, standardized to MIC-1 (30, 100, 300, or 1000 mg/kg bw/d, respectively). Toxicological endpoints included body weight and weight gain, food consumption and feed efficiency, clinical observations, hematology, gross necropsy and histopathology, and relative organ weights. Mortality was only observed in the high dose group animals, both male and female, representing decreases in body weight/weight gain and food consumption/feed efficiency. Irregular respiratory patterns and piloerection were major clinical observations found primarily in the mid-high and high dose group animals. In the high dose group, gastrointestinal distention and stomach discoloration were observed in non-surviving males and females, and degeneration and necrosis of the testicular germinal cells and epididymal cells were also observed in a non-surviving male. Increased liver weights were found in females in the mid-high and high dose groups. Animals in the low and mid-low groups did not exhibit adverse effects of MSE (100 mg/kg bw/d MIC-1). A no observed adverse effect level (NOAEL) of the standardized MSE was determined as 257 mg/kg bw/d providing 100 mg/kg bw/d MIC-1.
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Key Words
- ANOVA, analysis of variance
- GLP, good laboratory practice
- ITC, isothiocyanate
- MIC-1, moringa isothiocyanate-1
- MICs, moringa isothiocyanates
- MSE, moringa seed extract
- Moringa isothiocyanates
- Moringa oleifera Lam.
- Moringa seeds
- NF-κB, nuclear factor kappa B
- NO, nitric oxide
- NOAEL, no observed adverse effect level
- No observed adverse effect level (NOAEL)
- Nrf2, nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2
- PEITC, phenethyl isothiocyanate
- SD, standard deviation
- Toxicity
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- Youjin Kim
- Nutrasorb, LLC., NJ, USA
- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, NJ, USA
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- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, NJ, USA
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- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, NJ, USA
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Abd Rani NZ, Husain K, Kumolosasi E. Moringa Genus: A Review of Phytochemistry and Pharmacology. Front Pharmacol 2018; 9:108. [PMID: 29503616 PMCID: PMC5820334 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2018.00108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 118] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2017] [Accepted: 01/31/2018] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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Moringa is a genus of medicinal plants that has been used traditionally to cure wounds and various diseases such as colds and diabetes. In addition, the genus is also consumed as a source of nutrients and widely used for purifying water. The genus consists of 13 species that have been widely cultivated throughout Asia and Africa for their multiple uses. The purpose of this review is to provide updated and categorized information on the traditional uses, phytochemistry, biological activities, and toxicological research of Moringa species in order to explore their therapeutic potential and evaluate future research opportunities. The literature reviewed for this paper was obtained from PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar journal papers published from 1983 to March 2017. Moringa species are well-known for their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antihyperglycemic activities. Most of their biological activity is caused by their high content of flavonoids, glucosides, and glucosinolates. By documenting the traditional uses and biological activities of Moringa species, we hope to support new research on these plants, especially on those species whose biological properties have not been studied to date.
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- Drug and Herbal Research Centre, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Dos Santos AO, do Val DR, da Silveira FD, Gomes FIF, Freitas HC, de Assis EL, de Almeida DKC, da Silva IIC, Barbosa FG, Mafezoli J, da Silva MR, de Castro Brito GA, Clemente-Napimoga JT, de Paulo Teixera Pinto VDPT, Filho GC, Bezerra MM, Chaves HV. Antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory and toxicological evaluation of semi-synthetic molecules obtained from a benzyl-isothiocyanate isolated from Moringa oleifera Lam. in a temporomandibular joint inflammatory hypernociception model in rats. Biomed Pharmacother 2018; 98:609-618. [PMID: 29289835 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2017.12.102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2017] [Revised: 12/06/2017] [Accepted: 12/20/2017] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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Inflammation is a key component of many clinical conditions that affect the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and Moringa oleifera Lam. has been used to treat inflammatory diseases. Here, we evaluated the toxicological effects on mice of a naturally-occurring isothiocyanate from M. oleifera and its seven analogue molecules. Further, the anti-nociceptive and anti-inflammatory effects on a rat model of TMJ inflammatory hypernociception were assessed. The systemic toxicological profile was determined in mice over a 14-day period: MC-1 1 μg/kg; MC-D1 1 μg/kg, MC-D3 100 μg/kg, MC-D6 1 μg/kg, MC-D7 1 μg/kg, MC-D8 1 μg/kg, MC-D9 10 μg/kg, and MC-H 1 μg/kg. The safest molecules were assayed for anti-nociceptive efficacy in the formalin (1.5%, 50 μL) and serotonin (255 mg) induced TMJ inflammatory hypernociception tests. The anti-inflammatory effect was evaluated through the vascular permeability assay using Evans blue. Further, the rota-rod test evaluated any motor impairment. Among the tested molecules, MC-D7, MC-D9, and MC-H were not toxic at the survival rate test, biochemical, and hystological analysis. They reduced the formalin-induced TMJ inflammatory hypernociception, but only MC-H decreased the serotonin-induced TMJ inflammation, suggesting an adrenergic receptor-dependent effect. They diminished the plasmatic extravasation, showing anti-inflammatory activity. At the rota-rod test, no difference was observed in comparison with control groups, reinforcing the hypothesis of anti-nociceptive effetc without motor impairment in animals. The analogues MC-D7, MC-D9, and MC-H were safe at the tested doses and efficient in reducing the formalin-induced TMJ hypernociception in rats. Our next steps include determining their mechanisms of anti-nociceptive action.
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- Alain Oliveira Dos Santos
- Federal University of Ceara, Avenida Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Pontes, 100 Derby, 62.042-280 Sobral, Ceará, Brazil.
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- North-Eastern Biotechnology Network, Federal University of Pernambuco, Avenida Professor Moraes Rego, 1235 Cidade Universitária, 50670-901 Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil.
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- Federal University of Ceara, Avenida Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Pontes, 100 Derby, 62.042-280 Sobral, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Federal University of Ceara, Avenida Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Pontes, 100 Derby, 62.042-280 Sobral, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Federal University of Ceara, Avenida Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Pontes, 100 Derby, 62.042-280 Sobral, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Federal University of Ceara, Avenida Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Pontes, 100 Derby, 62.042-280 Sobral, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Federal University of Ceara, Campus Pici. Av. Humberto Monte, 2825 - Pici, 60.440-593 Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Federal University of Ceara, Avenida Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Pontes, 100 Derby, 62.042-280 Sobral, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Federal University of Ceara, Campus Pici. Av. Humberto Monte, 2825 - Pici, 60.440-593 Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Federal University of Ceara, Campus Pici. Av. Humberto Monte, 2825 - Pici, 60.440-593 Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Federal University of Ceara, Campus Pici. Av. Humberto Monte, 2825 - Pici, 60.440-593 Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Department of Morphology, Federal University of Ceara - Campus Porangabussu, Rua Delmiro de Farias, s/n - Rodolfo Teófilo, 60.430-170 Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Federal University of Ceara, Avenida Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Pontes, 100 Derby, 62.042-280 Sobral, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Federal University of Ceara, Avenida Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Pontes, 100 Derby, 62.042-280 Sobral, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Federal University of Ceara, Avenida Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Pontes, 100 Derby, 62.042-280 Sobral, Ceará, Brazil.
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Shrestha S, Zhu J, Wang Q, Du X, Liu F, Jiang J, Song J, Xing J, Sun D, Hou Q, Peng Y, Zhao J, Sun X, Song X. Melatonin potentiates the antitumor effect of curcumin by inhibiting IKKβ/NF-κB/COX-2 signaling pathway. Int J Oncol 2017; 51:1249-1260. [PMID: 28849163 PMCID: PMC5592853 DOI: 10.3892/ijo.2017.4097] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2017] [Accepted: 08/08/2017] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Curcumin, a natural polyphenolic compound, has commonly been used as a food additive or in many traditional medicine remedies for over 2,000 years in many Asian countries. Melatonin is a hormone secreted from pineal glands of mammals and possesses diverse physiological functions. Both curcumin and melatonin have the effective potential to inhibit proliferation of various types of cancers, but there is no report on their combination for bladder cancer treatment, and the underlying mechanism remains poorly understood. In the present study, we investigated whether the combination of curcumin and melatonin leads to an enhanced inhibition of cell proliferation in bladder cancer cells. Our results showed that the combinational treatment enhanced the repression of nuclear translocation of NF-κB and their binding on COX-2 promoter via inhibiting IKKβ activity, resulting in inhibition of COX-2 expression. In addition, combined treatment with curcumin and melatonin induced cell apoptosis in bladder cancer through enhancing the release of cytochrome c from the mitochondrial intermembrane space into the cytosol. These results, therefore, indicated that melatonin synergized the inhibitory effect of curcumin against the growth of bladder cancer by enhancing the anti-proliferation, anti-migration, and pro-apoptotic activities, and provide strong evidence that combined treatment with curcumin and melatonin might exhibit an effective therapeutic option in bladder cancer therapy.
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- Sandeep Shrestha
- Department of Urology, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 16011, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 16011, P.R. China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Affiliated Second Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116023, P.R. China
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- Scientifc Research Center, Affiliated Second Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116023, P.R. China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Affiliated Second Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116023, P.R. China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Affiliated Second Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116023, P.R. China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Affiliated Second Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116023, P.R. China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Affiliated Second Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116023, P.R. China
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- College of Pharmacy, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116044, P.R. China
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- College of Pharmacy, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116044, P.R. China
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- College of Pharmacy, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116044, P.R. China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116011, P.R. China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Affiliated Second Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116023, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 16011, P.R. China
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Jaja-Chimedza A, Graf BL, Simmler C, Kim Y, Kuhn P, Pauli GF, Raskin I. Biochemical characterization and anti-inflammatory properties of an isothiocyanate-enriched moringa (Moringa oleifera) seed extract. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0182658. [PMID: 28792522 PMCID: PMC5549737 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0182658] [Citation(s) in RCA: 76] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2017] [Accepted: 07/21/2017] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Moringa oleifera Lam. is a tropical plant, used for centuries as food and traditional medicine. The aim of this study was to develop, validate and biochemically characterize an isothiocyanate-enriched moringa seed extract (MSE), and to compare the anti-inflammatory effects of MSE-containing moringa isothiocyanate-1 (MIC-1) with a curcuminoid-enriched turmeric extract (CTE), and a material further enriched in its primary phytochemical, curcumin (curcumin-enriched material; CEM). MSE was prepared by incubating ground moringa seeds with water to allow myrosinase-catalyzed enzymatic formation of bioactive MIC-1, the predominant isothiocyanate in moringa seeds. Optimization of the extraction process yielded an extract of 38.9% MIC-1. Phytochemical analysis of MSE revealed the presence of acetylated isothiocyanates, phenolic glycosides unique to moringa, flavonoids, fats and fatty acids, proteins and carbohydrates. MSE showed a reduction in the carrageenan-induced rat paw edema (33% at 500 mg/kg MIC-1) comparable to aspirin (27% at 300 mg/kg), whereas CTE did not have any significant effect. In vitro, MIC-1 at 1 μM significantly reduced the production of nitric oxide (NO) and at 5 μM, the gene expression of LPS-inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) and interleukins 1β and 6 (IL-1β and IL-6), whereas CEM did not show any significant activity at all concentrations tested. MIC-1 (10μM) was also more effective at upregulating the nuclear factor (erythroid-derived 2)-like 2 (Nrf2) target genes NAD(P)H:quinone oxidoreductase 1 (NQO1), glutathione S-transferase pi 1 (GSTP1), and heme oxygenase 1 (HO1) than the CEM. Thus, in contrast to CTE and CEM, MSE and its major isothiocyanate MIC-1 displayed strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties in vivo and in vitro, making them promising botanical leads for the mitigation of inflammatory-mediated chronic disorders.
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- Asha Jaja-Chimedza
- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Center for Natural Product Technologies, Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
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- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
- Nutrasorb, LLC, Freehold, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Center for Natural Product Technologies, Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
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- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
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Alantolactone, a natural sesquiterpene lactone, has potent antitumor activity against glioblastoma by targeting IKKβ kinase activity and interrupting NF-κB/COX-2-mediated signaling cascades. JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL & CLINICAL CANCER RESEARCH : CR 2017; 36:93. [PMID: 28701209 PMCID: PMC5508758 DOI: 10.1186/s13046-017-0563-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2017] [Accepted: 06/28/2017] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Background Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is one of the most refractory and palindromic central nervous system (CNS) neoplasms, and current treatments have poor effects in GBM patients. Hence, the identification of novel therapeutic targets and the development of effective treatment strategies are essential. Alantolactone (ATL) has a wide range of pharmacological activities, and its anti-tumor effect is receiving increasing attention. However, the molecular mechanism underlying the anti-GBM activity of ATL remains poorly understood. Methods The biological functions of ATL in GBM cells were investigated using migration/invasion, colony formation and cell cycle/apoptosis assays. The localization of nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) p50/p65 and its binding to the cyclooxygenase 2 (COX-2) promoter were determined using confocal immunofluorescence, a streptavidin-agarose pulldown assay and a chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP) assay. IKKβ kinase activity was determined using a cell IKKβ kinase activity spectrophotometry quantitative detection kit and a molecular docking study. LC-MS/MS analysis was performed to determine the ability of ATL to traverse the blood-brain barrier (BBB). The in vivo anti-tumor efficacy of ATL was also analyzed in xenografted nude mice. Western blot analysis was performed to detect the protein expression levels. Results ATL significantly suppressed the growth of GBM in vivo and in vitro. ATL significantly reduced the expression of COX-2 by inhibiting the kinase activity of IKKβ by targeting the ATP-binding site and then attenuating the binding of NF-κB to the COX-2 promoter region. Furthermore, ATL induced apoptosis by activating the cytochrome c (cyt c)/caspase cascade signaling pathway. Moreover, ATL could penetrate the BBB. Conclusions ATL exerts its anti-tumor effects in human GBM cells at least in part via NF-κB/COX-2-mediated signaling cascades by inhibiting IKKβ kinase activity. ATL, which is a natural small molecule inhibitor, is a promising candidate for clinical applications in the treatment of CNS tumors.
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Kabeer SA, Reddy GR, Sreelakshmi P, Manidhar DM, Reddy CS. TiO2
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Catalyzed Eco-friendly Synthesis and Antioxidant Activity of Benzopyrano[2,3-d
]pyrimidine Derivatives. J Heterocycl Chem 2017. [DOI: 10.1002/jhet.2856] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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- Department of Chemistry; Sri Venkateswara University; Tirupati 517 502 India
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- Department of Chemistry; Sri Venkateswara University; Tirupati 517 502 India
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Martínez-González CL, Martínez L, Martínez-Ortiz EJ, González-Trujano ME, Déciga-Campos M, Ventura-Martínez R, Díaz-Reval I. Moringa oleifera, a species with potential analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities. Biomed Pharmacother 2017; 87:482-488. [PMID: 28073097 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2016.12.107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2016] [Revised: 12/21/2016] [Accepted: 12/26/2016] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Moringa oleifera has long been used in large demand in folk medicine to treat pain. The present study was undertaken to examine the antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory spectrum of M. oleifera leaf extracts discriminating the constituents' nature by using different kind of experimental models in rats. Pharmacological evaluation of a non-polar and/or polar extracts at several doses (30-300mg/kg, p.o.) was explored through experimental nociception using formalin test, carrageenan-induced paw edema and arthritis with subcutaneous injection of collagen in rats. Basic morphology characterization was done by scanning electronic microscopy and laser scanning confocal microscopy. Not only polar (from 30 or 100mg/kg, p.o.) but also non-polar extract produced significant inhibition of the nociceptive behavior with major efficacy in the inflammatory response in different assessed experimental models. This antinociceptive activity involved constituents of different nature and depended on the intensity of the induced painful stimulus. Phytochemical analysis showed the presence of kaempferol-3-glucoside in the polar extract and fatty acids like chlorogenic acid, among others, in the non-polar extract. Data obtained with M. oleifera leaf extracts give evidence of its potential for pain treatment.
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- Claudia Lizbeth Martínez-González
- Sección de Estudios de Posgrado e Investigación, Escuela Superior de Ingeniería Mecánica y Eléctrica Zacatenco, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, México D.F., 07738, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Neurofarmacología de Productos Naturales, Dirección de Investigaciones en Neurociencias, Instituto Nacional de Psiquiatría Ramón de la Fuente Muñiz, Calz. México-Xochimilco 101, Col. San Lorenzo, Huipulco 14370, México, D.F., México
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- Sección de Estudios de Posgrado e Investigación, Escuela Superior de Ingeniería Mecánica y Eléctrica Zacatenco, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, México D.F., 07738, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Neurofarmacología de Productos Naturales, Dirección de Investigaciones en Neurociencias, Instituto Nacional de Psiquiatría Ramón de la Fuente Muñiz, Calz. México-Xochimilco 101, Col. San Lorenzo, Huipulco 14370, México, D.F., México.
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- Sección de Estudios de Posgrado e Investigación, Escuela Superior de Medicina, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, México, D.F. 11340, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Desarrollo de Medicamentos, Depto. de Farmacología, Facultad de Medicina, UNAM. Av. Universidad 3000, Ciudad Universitaria, Coyoacán, 04510, México, D.F., Mexico
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- Laboratorio de "Farmacología del Dolor" del Centro Universitario de Investigaciones Biomédicas, Universidad de Colima, Av. 25 de Julio 965, 28045 Colima, Col, Mexico
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Jaja-Chimedza A, Graf BL, Simmler C, Kim Y, Kuhn P, Pauli GF, Raskin I. Biochemical characterization and anti-inflammatory properties of an isothiocyanate-enriched moringa (Moringa oleifera) seed extract. PLoS One 2017. [PMID: 28792522 DOI: 10.7910/dvn/36wpxs] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/15/2023] Open
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Moringa oleifera Lam. is a tropical plant, used for centuries as food and traditional medicine. The aim of this study was to develop, validate and biochemically characterize an isothiocyanate-enriched moringa seed extract (MSE), and to compare the anti-inflammatory effects of MSE-containing moringa isothiocyanate-1 (MIC-1) with a curcuminoid-enriched turmeric extract (CTE), and a material further enriched in its primary phytochemical, curcumin (curcumin-enriched material; CEM). MSE was prepared by incubating ground moringa seeds with water to allow myrosinase-catalyzed enzymatic formation of bioactive MIC-1, the predominant isothiocyanate in moringa seeds. Optimization of the extraction process yielded an extract of 38.9% MIC-1. Phytochemical analysis of MSE revealed the presence of acetylated isothiocyanates, phenolic glycosides unique to moringa, flavonoids, fats and fatty acids, proteins and carbohydrates. MSE showed a reduction in the carrageenan-induced rat paw edema (33% at 500 mg/kg MIC-1) comparable to aspirin (27% at 300 mg/kg), whereas CTE did not have any significant effect. In vitro, MIC-1 at 1 μM significantly reduced the production of nitric oxide (NO) and at 5 μM, the gene expression of LPS-inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) and interleukins 1β and 6 (IL-1β and IL-6), whereas CEM did not show any significant activity at all concentrations tested. MIC-1 (10μM) was also more effective at upregulating the nuclear factor (erythroid-derived 2)-like 2 (Nrf2) target genes NAD(P)H:quinone oxidoreductase 1 (NQO1), glutathione S-transferase pi 1 (GSTP1), and heme oxygenase 1 (HO1) than the CEM. Thus, in contrast to CTE and CEM, MSE and its major isothiocyanate MIC-1 displayed strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties in vivo and in vitro, making them promising botanical leads for the mitigation of inflammatory-mediated chronic disorders.
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- Asha Jaja-Chimedza
- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Center for Natural Product Technologies, Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
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- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
- Nutrasorb, LLC, Freehold, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Center for Natural Product Technologies, Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
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- Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
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Xiao Y, Wang J, Qin Y, Xuan Y, Jia Y, Hu W, Yu W, Dai M, Li Z, Yi C, Zhao S, Li M, Du S, Cheng W, Xiao X, Chen Y, Wu T, Meng S, Yuan Y, Liu Q, Huang W, Guo W, Wang S, Deng W. Ku80 cooperates with CBP to promote COX-2 expression and tumor growth. Oncotarget 2016; 6:8046-61. [PMID: 25797267 PMCID: PMC4480734 DOI: 10.18632/oncotarget.3508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2014] [Accepted: 02/04/2015] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) plays an important role in lung cancer development and progression. Using streptavidin-agarose pulldown and proteomics assay, we identified and validated Ku80, a dimer of Ku participating in the repair of broken DNA double strands, as a new binding protein of the COX-2 gene promoter. Overexpression of Ku80 up-regulated COX-2 promoter activation and COX-2 expression in lung cancer cells. Silencing of Ku80 by siRNA down-regulated COX-2 expression and inhibited tumor cell growth in vitro and in a xenograft mouse model. Ku80 knockdown suppressed phosphorylation of ERK, resulting in an inactivation of the MAPK pathway. Moreover, CBP, a transcription co-activator, interacted with and acetylated Ku80 to co-regulate the activation of COX-2 promoter. Overexpression of CBP increased Ku80 acetylation, thereby promoting COX-2 expression and cell growth. Suppression of CBP by a CBP-specific inhibitor or siRNA inhibited COX-2 expression as well as tumor cell growth. Tissue microarray immunohistochemical analysis of lung adenocarcinomas revealed a strong positive correlation between levels of Ku80 and COX-2 and clinicopathologic variables. Overexpression of Ku80 was associated with poor prognosis in patients with lung cancers. We conclude that Ku80 promotes COX-2 expression and tumor growth and is a potential therapeutic target in lung cancer.
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- Yao Xiao
- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Collaborative Innovation Center of Cancer Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Collaborative Innovation Center of Cancer Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Collaborative Innovation Center of Cancer Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Collaborative Innovation Center of Cancer Medicine, Guangzhou, China.,State Key Laboratory of Targeted Drug for Tumors of Guangdong Province, Guangzhou Double Bioproduct Inc., Guangzhou, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Collaborative Innovation Center of Cancer Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Institute of Cancer Stem Cell & First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Collaborative Innovation Center of Cancer Medicine, Guangzhou, China.,State Key Laboratory of Targeted Drug for Tumors of Guangdong Province, Guangzhou Double Bioproduct Inc., Guangzhou, China
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Cho KH, Kim DC, Yoon C, Ko WM, Lee SJ, Sohn JH, Jang JH, Ahn JS, Kim YC, Oh H. Anti-neuroinflammatory effects of citreohybridonol involving TLR4-MyD88-mediated inhibition of NF-кB and MAPK signaling pathways in lipopolysaccharide-stimulated BV2 cells. Neurochem Int 2016; 95:55-62. [DOI: 10.1016/j.neuint.2015.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2015] [Revised: 12/07/2015] [Accepted: 12/22/2015] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Agerbirk N, De Nicola GR, Olsen CE, Müller C, Iori R. Derivatization of isothiocyanates and their reactive adducts for chromatographic analysis. PHYTOCHEMISTRY 2015; 118:109-115. [PMID: 26342619 DOI: 10.1016/j.phytochem.2015.06.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2015] [Revised: 05/29/2015] [Accepted: 06/02/2015] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Isothiocyanates form adducts with a multitude of biomolecules, and these adducts need analytical methods. Likewise, analytical methods for hydrophilic isothiocyanates are needed. We considered reaction with ammonia to form thiourea derivatives. The hydrophilic, glycosylated isothiocyanate moringin, 4-(α-L-rhamnopyranosyloxy)benzyl isothiocyanate, was efficiently derivatized to the thiourea derivative by incubation with ammonia. The hydrophobic benzyl isothiocyanate was also efficiently derivatized to the thiourea derivative. The thiourea group provided a UV absorbing chromophore, and the derivatives showed expectable sodium and hydrogen adducts in ion trap mass spectrometry and were suitable for liquid chromatography analysis. Reactive dithiocarbamate adducts constitute the major type of reactive ITC adduct expected in biological matrices. Incubation of a model dithiocarbamate with ammonia likewise resulted in conversion to the corresponding thiourea derivative, suggesting that a variety of matrix-bound reactive isothiocyanate adducts can be determined using this strategy. As an example of the application of the method, recovery of moringin and benzyl isothiocyanate applied to cabbage leaf discs was studied in simulated insect feeding assays. The majority of moringin was recovered as native isothiocyanate, but a major part of benzyl isothiocyanate was converted to reactive adducts.
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- Niels Agerbirk
- Copenhagen Plant Science Center and Plant Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Thorvaldsensvej 40, 1871 Frederiksberg C, Denmark.
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- Consiglio per la ricerca in agricoltura e l'analisi dell'economia agraria, Centro di ricerca per le colture industriali (CRA-CIN), Via di Corticella 133, 40128 Bologna, Italy
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- Copenhagen Plant Science Center and Plant Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Thorvaldsensvej 40, 1871 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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- Chemical Ecology, Bielefeld University, Universitätsstr. 25, 33615 Bielefeld, Germany
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- Consiglio per la ricerca in agricoltura e l'analisi dell'economia agraria, Centro di ricerca per le colture industriali (CRA-CIN), Via di Corticella 133, 40128 Bologna, Italy
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Müller C, van Loon J, Ruschioni S, De Nicola GR, Olsen CE, Iori R, Agerbirk N. Taste detection of the non-volatile isothiocyanate moringin results in deterrence to glucosinolate-adapted insect larvae. PHYTOCHEMISTRY 2015; 118:139-148. [PMID: 26318325 DOI: 10.1016/j.phytochem.2015.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2015] [Revised: 08/11/2015] [Accepted: 08/17/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Isothiocyanates (ITCs), released from Brassicales plants after hydrolysis of glucosinolates, are known for their negative effects on herbivores but mechanisms have been elusive. The ITCs are initially present in dissolved form at the site of herbivore feeding, but volatile ITCs may subsequently enter the gas phase and all ITCs may react with matrix components. Deterrence to herbivores resulting from topically applied volatile ITCs in artificial feeding assays may hence lead to ambiguous conclusions. In the present study, the non-volatile ITC moringin (4-(α-L-rhamnopyranosyloxy)benzyl ITC) and its glucosinolate precursor glucomoringin were examined for effects on behaviour and taste physiology of specialist insect herbivores of Brassicales. In feeding bioassays, glucomoringin was not deterrent to larvae of Pieris napi (Lepidoptera: Pieridae) and Athalia rosae (Hymenoptera: Tenthredinidae), which are adapted to glucosinolates. Glucomoringin stimulated feeding of larvae of the related Pieris brassicae (Lepidoptera: Pieridae) and also elicited electrophysiological activity from a glucosinolate-sensitive gustatory neuron in the lateral maxillary taste sensilla. In contrast, the ITC moringin was deterrent to P. napi and P. brassicae at high levels and to A. rosae at both high and low levels when topically applied to cabbage leaf discs (either 12, 120 or 1200 nmol moringin per leaf disc of 1cm diameter). Survival of A. rosae was also significantly reduced when larvae were kept on leaves treated with moringin for several days. Furthermore, moringin elicited electrophysiological activity in a deterrent-sensitive neuron in the medial maxillary taste sensillum of P. brassicae, providing a sensory mechanism for the deterrence and the first known ITC taste response of an insect. In simulated feeding assays, recovery of moringin was high, in accordance with its non-volatile nature. Our results demonstrate taste-mediated deterrence of a non-volatile, natural ITC to glucosinolate-adapted insects.
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- Caroline Müller
- Chemical Ecology, Bielefeld University, Universitätsstr. 25, 33615 Bielefeld, Germany.
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- Laboratory of Entomology, Wageningen University, Droevendaalsesteeg 1, 6708 PB Wageningen, The Netherlands.
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Agrarie, Alimentari ed Ambientali, Università Politecnica delle Marche, Via Brecce Blanche, 60131 Ancona, Italy
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- Consiglio per la ricerca in agricoltura e l'analisi dell'economia agraria, Centro di ricerca per le colture industriali (CRA-CIN), Via di Corticella 133, 40128 Bologna, Italy
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- Copenhagen Plant Science Center and Plant Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Thorvaldsensvej 40, 1871 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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- Consiglio per la ricerca in agricoltura e l'analisi dell'economia agraria, Centro di ricerca per le colture industriali (CRA-CIN), Via di Corticella 133, 40128 Bologna, Italy
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- Copenhagen Plant Science Center and Plant Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Thorvaldsensvej 40, 1871 Frederiksberg C, Denmark.
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Rim Jeon S, Ha Lee K, Ha Shin D, Sang Kwon S, Sung Hwang J. Synergistic antimicrobial efficacy of mesoporous ZnO loaded with 4-(α-L-rhamnosyloxy)-benzyl isothiocyanate isolated from the Moringa oleifera seed. J GEN APPL MICROBIOL 2015; 60:251-5. [PMID: 25742976 DOI: 10.2323/jgam.60.251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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The antimicrobial activities of isolated compounds from seed extracts of Moringa oleifera and synergistic antimicrobial efficacy through hybridized complex of organic-inorganic composite materials were studied. The two main components of the Moringa oleifera seed were isolated and determined to be niazimicin and 4-(α-L-rhamnosyloxy)-benzyl isothiocyanate (RBI). The antimicrobial activity of the separated compounds of the Moringa oleifera seed were tested in vitro against 3 bacterial species and 2 fungal species by the paper disc diffusion assay and broth dilution methods. Both compounds showed antimicrobial activity against tested species and RBI was more effective than niazimicin. The MIC of RBI on S. aureus, E. coli, P. aeruginosa, C. albicans, and A. niger was 0.005%, 0.1%, 0.5%, 0.5%, and 0.5%, respectively, while the MIC of niazimicin on S. aureus was 0.1%. Next, we investigated the combined antimicrobial action of mesoporous ZnO and RBI by incorporating the compound within the pore of mesoporous ZnO. The MIC of mesoporous ZnO with RBI on S. aureus, E. coli, P. aeruginosa, C. albicans, and A. niger was 0.001%, 0.01%, 0.5%, 0.1%, and 0.1%, respectively. A synergistic effect of RBI with mesoporous ZnO was shown. From these results, the mesoporous ZnO could act as a reservoir for RBI and mesoporous ZnO with RBI could be used for cosmetic preservatives.
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- Se Rim Jeon
- Department of Genetic Engineering & Graduate School of Biotechnology, Kyung Hee University
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Nguyen TY, To DC, Tran MH, Lee JS, Lee JH, Kim JA, Woo MH, Min BS. Anti-inflammatory Flavonoids Isolated from Passiflora foetida. Nat Prod Commun 2015. [DOI: 10.1177/1934578x1501000634] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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In this study, we evaluated the anti-inflammatory activity of the soluble ethyl acetate fraction and chemical components of the stem bark of Passiflora foetida (Passifloraceae). Ten flavonoids (1–10) were isolated by various chromatographic techniques, and their structures were determined based on spectroscopic analyses by using nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR). Luteolin (2) and chrysoeriol (3) showed the most potent inhibition of nitric oxide (NO) production in macrophage cell line, RAW264.7, with half maximal inhibitor concentration (IC50) values of 1.2 and 3.1 μM, respectively. These compounds suppressed lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced inducible NO synthase (iNOS) expression at the transcription level. Our research indicates that the stem bark of P. foetida has significant anti-inflammatory properties, suggesting that its flavonoids may have anti-inflammatory benefits.
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- Thi Yen Nguyen
- College of Pharmacy, Drug Research and Development Center, Catholic University of Daegu, Gyeongsan 712–702, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Drug Research and Development Center, Catholic University of Daegu, Gyeongsan 712–702, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Drug Research and Development Center, Catholic University of Daegu, Gyeongsan 712–702, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Drug Research and Development Center, Catholic University of Daegu, Gyeongsan 712–702, Korea
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- College of Natural Sciences, Kangwon National University, Gangwon-Do 200–701, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, 702–701 Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Drug Research and Development Center, Catholic University of Daegu, Gyeongsan 712–702, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Drug Research and Development Center, Catholic University of Daegu, Gyeongsan 712–702, Korea
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Waterman C, Rojas-Silva P, Tumer TB, Kuhn P, Richard AJ, Wicks S, Stephens JM, Wang Z, Mynatt R, Cefalu W, Raskin I. Isothiocyanate-rich Moringa oleifera extract reduces weight gain, insulin resistance, and hepatic gluconeogenesis in mice. Mol Nutr Food Res 2015; 59:1013-24. [PMID: 25620073 DOI: 10.1002/mnfr.201400679] [Citation(s) in RCA: 96] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2014] [Revised: 12/22/2014] [Accepted: 12/23/2014] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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SCOPE Moringa oleifera (moringa) is tropical plant traditionally used as an antidiabetic food. It produces structurally unique and chemically stable moringa isothiocyanates (MICs) that were evaluated for their therapeutic use in vivo. METHODS AND RESULTS C57BL/6L mice fed very high fat diet (VHFD) supplemented with 5% moringa concentrate (MC, delivering 66 mg/kg/d of MICs) accumulated fat mass, had improved glucose tolerance and insulin signaling, and did not develop fatty liver disease compared to VHFD-fed mice. MC-fed group also had reduced plasma insulin, leptin, resistin, cholesterol, IL-1β, TNFα, and lower hepatic glucose-6-phosphatase (G6P) expression. In hepatoma cells, MC and MICs at low micromolar concentrations inhibited gluconeogenesis and G6P expression. MICs and MC effects on lipolysis in vitro and on thermogenic and lipolytic genes in adipose tissue in vivo argued these are not likely primary targets for the anti-obesity and anti-diabetic effects observed. CONCLUSION Data suggest that MICs are the main anti-obesity and anti-diabetic bioactives of MC, and that they exert their effects by inhibiting rate-limiting steps in liver gluconeogenesis resulting in direct or indirect increase in insulin signaling and sensitivity. These conclusions suggest that MC may be an effective dietary food for the prevention and treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes.
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- Carrie Waterman
- Department of Plant Biology and Pathology, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ, USA
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- Department of Plant Biology and Pathology, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ, USA
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- Department of Plant Biology and Pathology, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ, USA.,Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, Çanakkale, Turkey
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- Department of Plant Biology and Pathology, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ, USA
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- Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
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- Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
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- Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
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- Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
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- Department of Plant Biology and Pathology, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ, USA
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Van Thu N, Cuong D, Hung TM, Van Luong H, Woo MH, Choi JS, Lee JH, Kim JA, Min BS. Anti-inflammatory Compounds from Ampelopsis cantoniensis. Nat Prod Commun 2015. [DOI: 10.1177/1934578x1501000302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Many natural products have been shown to have an inhibitory effect on nitric oxide (NO), and are used as chemotherapy agents for inflammation disease. The current study was designed to evaluate the anti-inflammatory activity of chemical components from the leaves of Ampelopsis cantoniensis. Sixteen compounds (1–16) were isolated and identified. Phloretin (5) and 5,7,3′,5′-tetrahydroxyflavanone (16) inhibited nitric oxide (NO) production with IC50 values of 5.2, and 18.5 μM, respectively. The inhibitory effect of compounds 5 and 16 were accompanied by dose-dependent decreases in LPS-induced nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) in RAW 264.7 cells, respectively. This study investigated the significant anti-inflammatory properties of isolated compounds from the leaves of A. cantoniensis for the first time. The findings demonstrate that A. cantoniensis could be used beneficially in the treatment of inflammation disease.
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- Nguyen Van Thu
- College of Pharmacy, Catholic University of Daegu, Gyeongsan 712-702, Korea
- Vietnam Military Medical University, 160 Phung Hung, Ha Dong, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- College of Pharmacy, Catholic University of Daegu, Gyeongsan 712-702, Korea
- Institute of Natural Products Chemistry, Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, 18 Hoang Quoc Viet, Caugiay, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- College of Pharmacy, Catholic University of Daegu, Gyeongsan 712-702, Korea
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- Vietnam Military Medical University, 160 Phung Hung, Ha Dong, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- College of Pharmacy, Catholic University of Daegu, Gyeongsan 712-702, Korea
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- Faculty of Food Science and Biotechnology, Pukyung National University, Busan 608-737, Korea
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- College of Natural Sciences, Kangwon National University, Gangwon-Do 200-701, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, 702-701 Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Catholic University of Daegu, Gyeongsan 712-702, Korea
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