• Archives of Pharmacal Research
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• 제25권6호
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• pp.725-746
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• 2002

The demand for new alternative "low calorie" sweeteners for dietetic and diabetic purposes has increased worldwide. Although the currently developed and commercially used highly sweet sucrose substitutes are mostly synthetic compounds, the search for such compounds from natural sources is continuing. As of mid-2002, over 100 plant-derived sweet compounds of 20 major structural types had been reported, and were isolated from more than 25 different families of green plants. Several of these highly sweet natural products are marketed as sweeteners or flavoring agents in some countries as pure compounds, compound mixtures, or refined extracts. These highly sweet natural substances are reviewed herein.

• Journal of Plant Biology
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• 제39권1호
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• pp.1-8
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• 1996

Sequences from the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) regions of nuclear ribosomal DNA were determined to assess their potential as a phylogenetic tool for Korean Acer species, including A. okamotoannum and A. takesimense which are endemic on Ullung Island of volcanic origin. Although the genus Acer has been studied by various authors, different infrageneric dispositions have been suggested, and the phylogeny of the genus has been in dispute. The variation of ITS sequences from seven species of Acer was very low among species within the same section, but comparative analysesof the molecular data obtained suggest that ITS sequences may provide enough phylogenetic resolution for sectional relationships in the genus.

• Natural Product Sciences
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• 제20권3호
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• pp.170-175
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• 2014

Twenty five methanolic plant extracts were investigated to determine the anticancer activity against sonic hedgehog (shh)/Gli signaling pathway dependent cancer, PANC-1 human pancreatic cancer cells, through three screening programs. All extracts were inspected their inhibitory properties on sonic hedgehog-conditioned medium (shh-CM) induced alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity in C3H10T1/2 mouse mesenchymal stem cells to examine whether the plant extracts affect the shh/Gli signaling pathway. Next, plant extracts were screened the ability to suppress the cell proliferation of PANC-1 human pancreatic cancer cells. Finally, active plant extracts from the two screening systems were evaluated for the suppressive effect on Gli-mediated transcriptional activity in PANC-1 cells. Among active plants, Cinnamomum cassia suppressed Gli-mediated transcriptional activity leading to the down-regulated expression of Gli-target genes such as Gli-1 and Patched-1 (Ptch-1). This study provides the consideration for the important role of natural products in drug discovery process as well as the basis for the further analysis of active plant and potential identification of novel bioactive compounds as inhibitors of Gli and therapeutic candidates against shh/Gli signaling pathway dependent cancers.

• Food Science and Biotechnology
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• 제15권5호
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• pp.778-780
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• 2006

High performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) was used for the analysis of the lignans eleutheroside B and eleutheroside E in the fruits of Acanthopanax species. A reverse-phase system using a gradient of $H_2O$ and acetonitrile as the mobile phase was developed and detection was at 210 nm. The analysis was successfully carried out within 20 min. The content of eleutheroside B and eleutheroside E in Acanthopanax species was measured in the fruits of A. senticosus (0.58 and $1.66\;{\mu}g/mg$, respectively), A. sessiliflorus (1.15 and $8.49\;{\mu}g/mg$, respectively), A. koreanum (2.16 and $1.80\;{\mu}g/mg$, respectively), and A. divaricatus (1.06 and $7.08\;{\mu}g/mg$, respectively).

• 셀메드
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• 제2권3호
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• pp.22.1-22.9
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• 2012

The aim of this study is to collate all available data on experiments reporting the antiproliferative, cytotoxic effects of plants and natural products in Morocco in the last two decades. A bibliographic investigation was carried out by analyzing recognized books and peer-reviewed papers, consulting worldwide accepted scientific databases (Scirus, Embase, HighWire, MEDLINE/PubMed, LILACS, Ovid, ScienceDirect, SciELO, Google Scholar). We used medical subject heading terms and the words 'anticancer', 'antiproliferative', 'antineoplastic', 'antitumoral', 'cytotoxic', 'Morocco', to identify relevant articles. Moroccan plants with attributed anti-cancer properties studied as plant extracts that have been evaluated for cytotoxic effects, antitumoral effects, plants with active compounds tested on cancer cell lines, and plants with active compounds that have been assayed on animal models were chosen for this research. In the present study, interest is focused on experimental research conducted on medicinal plants, particularly those which show antiproliferative or cytotoxic activities alongside bioactive components. A total of 20 plant species belonging to 12 families have been identified as active or promising sources of phytochemicals with antiproliferative properties. The plant families, which cover all the species studied in this field, are Lamiaceae (7 species) and Asteraceae (4 species); the most studied species being Argania spinosa (Sapotaceae) and Arisarum vulgare (Araceae), Thymus Genus (Labiateae) and Peganum harmala (Zygophyllaceae). Based on the search results, it is recommended to increase the number of experimental studies and to begin conducting clinical trials with Moroccan plants and their active compounds selected by in vitro and in vivo activities.

• 셀메드
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• 제4권4호
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• pp.22.1-22.12
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• 2014

Phaleria macrocarpa (Scheff.) Boerl. is a dense evergreen tree of the family Thymelaeceae. This plant is popular with the name of Mahkota dewa, which is literally translated as God's Crown. All parts of this plant including fruits, seeds, stem, and leaves have well known therapeutic properties and have been extensively used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various diseases such as cancer, diabetes mellitus, allergies, kidney disorders, blood diseases, stroke, and acne with satisfactory results. Scientific findings on bioactivities of P. macrocarpa also demonstrated different pharmacological properties of various parts of this plant including cytotoxic, antidiabetic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antihypertensive activities. Phytochemicals studies of P. macrocarpa revealed the presence of several classes of compounds such as benzophenones, terpenoids, xanthones, lignans, acids, and sugars. This review aims to provide a critical overview on botanical description, traditional usage, phytochemicals, and pharmacological activities of P. macrocarpa.

• Journal of Animal Science and Technology
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• 제65권5호
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• pp.895-911
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• 2023

Processed meat products play a vital role in our daily dietary intake due to their rich protein content and the inherent convenience they offer. However, they often contain synthetic additives and ingredients that may pose health risks when taken excessively. This review explores strategies to improve meat product quality, focusing on three key approaches: substituting synthetic additives, reducing the ingredients potentially harmful when overconsumed like salt and animal fat, and boosting nutritional value. To replace synthetic additives, natural sources like celery and beet powders, as well as atmospheric cold plasma treatment, have been considered. However, for phosphates, the use of organic alternatives is limited due to the low phosphate content in natural substances. Thus, dietary fiber has been used to replicate phosphate functions by enhancing water retention and emulsion stability in meat products. Reducing the excessive salt and animal fat has garnered attention. Plant polysaccharides interact with water, fat, and proteins, improving gel formation and water retention, and enabling the development of low-salt and low-fat products. Replacing saturated fats with vegetable oils is also an option, but it requires techniques like Pickering emulsion or encapsulation to maintain product quality. These strategies aim to reduce or replace synthetic additives and ingredients that can potentially harm health. Dietary fiber offers numerous health benefits, including gut health improvement, calorie reduction, and blood glucose and lipid level regulation. Natural plant extracts not only enhance oxidative stability but also reduce potential carcinogens as antioxidants. Controlling protein and lipid bioavailability is also considered, especially for specific consumer groups like infants, the elderly, and individuals engaged in physical training with dietary management. Future research should explore the full potential of dietary fiber, encompassing synthetic additive substitution, salt and animal fat reduction, and nutritional enhancement. Additionally, optimal sources and dosages of polysaccharides should be determined, considering their distinct properties in interactions with water, proteins, and fats. This holistic approach holds promise for improving meat product quality with minimal processing.

• 한국환경농학회지
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• 제32권4호
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• pp.338-342
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• 2013

오디균핵병에 대한 친환경농자재 방제효과시험에서 2012년 3월 초 석회유황합제 살포, 4월초 석회보르도액을 살포한 포장에서 미생물 2종과 천연물 4종 혼합제를 교호적으로 처리한 결과 70% 이상의 방제효과를 나타냈으나, 2013년도에는 약제 살포간격을 줄이는 등 더욱 철저히 방제 하였음에도 발병이 극심하여 미생물제 및 천연물합제 모두 17~64% 범위로 전년보다 효과가 저조하였다. 부안의 동일한 시험포장의 동일 조건하에서 지오파네이트메칠 농약을 3회 처리한 대조구에서도 약효가 저조하게 나타났다. 한편 뽕나무이에 대한 천연식물추출물 친환경농자재의 방제효과는 고삼추출물, 데리스추출물, 고삼+데리스+님오일 3개 처리구 모두 방제효과가 88~95% 정도로 우수하게 나타나 천연식물추출물 복합제를 이용 화학농약을 대체할 수 있을 만큼 충분한 방제효과가 확인되어 뽕나무이를 친환경적으로 방제할 수 있는 우수한 시험결과라고 판단되므로 오디 친환경 재배농가에 조속한 기술보급이 요망된다.

• Natural Product Sciences
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• 제26권2호
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• pp.151-157
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• 2020

Extensive column chromatography separation of the MeOH extract from the aerial parts of Phyllanthus urinaria afforded seventeen compounds (1 - 17). The structures of the compounds were elucidated by physicochemical and spectroscopic methods to be 5'-β-D-glucopyranosyloxyjasmonic butyl ester (1), (+)-cucurbic acid (2), dendranthemoside B (3), boscialin 4'-O-β-D-glucoside (4), 4,5-dihydroblumenol A (5), (6R,9R)-megastigman-4-ene-9,13-diol (6), (3S,5R,6S,9R)-3,6-dihydroxy-5,6-dihydro-β-ionol (7), (6S,9R)-roseoside (8), mallophenol B (9), icariside B₅ (10), corchoinoside B (11), canangaionoside (12), 5,6-epoxy-3-hydroxy-7-megastigmen-9-one (13), icariside B₂ (14), (7E)-2β,3β-dihydroxy-megastigm-7-en-9-one (15), betulalbuside A (16), and loliolide (17). The compounds 1, and 3 - 16 were isolated for the first time from this plant. The absolute stereochemistry of compound 1 was newly determined. The isolated compounds were tested for cytotoxic activity against four human tumor cell lines in vitro using a Sulforhodamin B bioassay, but all the compounds showed weak cytotoxic activities.

• 한국약용작물학회지
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• 제6권1호
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• pp.6-10
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• 1998

생열귀나무의 채취부위 및 시기별 ascorbic acid 와 ${\beta}-carotene$의 함량을 조사한 결과는 다음과 같다. 1. 생열귀나무의 채취부위중 ascorbic acid 함량은 잎부분에서 가장 높았으며 과일 보다는 2.7배, 줄기와 뿌리 보다는 14배 정도 더 높았다. 2. 잎 채취시기별 ascorbic acid 함량은 11월에 채취한 잎이 9월에 채취한 잎보다 1.8배 더 높았으며, 11월에 채취한 잎이 9월에 채취한 잎보다 1.8배 더 높은 ascorbic acid를 함유하고 있었다. 3. 생열귀나무의 채취부위중 ${\beta}-carotene$함량은 잎부위에서 가장 높았으며, 과일보다는 3.5배 더 높았다. 4. 잎 채취시기별 ${\beta}-carotene$ 함량은 11월에 채취한 잎이 9월에 채취한 잎보다 더 높았으나 비슷한 분포를 보였다.