Melissa officinalis: Composition, Pharmacological Effects and Derived Release Systems—A Review

G Petrisor, L Motelica, LN Craciun, OC Oprea… - International Journal of …, 2022 - mdpi.com
Melissa officinalis is a medicinal plant rich in biologically active compounds which is used
worldwide for its therapeutic effects. Chemical studies on its composition have shown that it …

Valorization of natural colors as health-promoting bioactive compounds: Phytochemical profile, extraction techniques, and pharmacological perspectives

M Manzoor, J Singh, A Gani, N Noor - Food Chemistry, 2021 - Elsevier
Color is the prime attribute with a large impact on consumers' perception, selection, and
acceptance of foods. However, the belief in bio-safety protocols, health benefits, and the …

An Update on the Therapeutic Anticancer Potential of Ocimum sanctum L.: “Elixir of Life”

MR Hasan, BS Alotaibi, ZM Althafar, AH Mujamammi… - Molecules, 2023 - mdpi.com
In most cases, cancer develops due to abnormal cell growth and subsequent tumour
formation. Due to significant constraints with current treatments, natural compounds are …

[Retracted] Phytochemical Constituents, Biological Activities, and Health‐Promoting Effects of the Melissa officinalis

J Sharifi-Rad, C Quispe, J Herrera-Bravo… - Oxidative Medicine …, 2021 - Wiley Online Library
Medicinal plants are being used worldwide for centuries for their beneficial properties. Some
of the most popular medicinal plants belong to the Melissa genus, and different health …

Rosmarinic acid and related dietary supplements: Potential applications in the prevention and treatment of cancer

J Zhao, L Xu, D Jin, Y Xin, L Tian, T Wang, D Zhao… - Biomolecules, 2022 - mdpi.com
Cancer constitutes a severe threat to human health and quality of life and is one of the most
significant causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Natural dietary products have drawn …

[HTML][HTML] An updated review on the properties of Melissa officinalis L.: Not exclusively anti-anxiety

W Zam, C Quispe, J Sharifi-Rad, MD López… - Frontiers in Bioscience …, 2022 - imrpress.com
Melissa officinalis L. is a plant of the Lamiaceae family known in numerous countries for its
medicinal activities. This plant has been used since ancient times to treat different disorders …

Anticancer effect of terpenes: focus on malignant melanoma

P Wróblewska-Łuczka, J Cabaj, J Bargieł… - Pharmacological …, 2023 - Springer
Melanoma is a highly aggressive and life-threatening form of skin cancer that accounts for a
significant proportion of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Although conventional cancer …

[HTML][HTML] Flavonoids of Rosa rugosa Thunb. inhibit tumor proliferation and metastasis in human hepatocellular carcinoma HepG2 cells

Z Zhang, M Wang, S Xing, C Zhang - Food Science and Human Wellness, 2022 - Elsevier
Rosa rugosa Thunb. is recognized as both medicine and edible in China. The article
investigated the antitumor activity of rose flavonoids. Water-extracted rose flavonoids (RFW) …

Lemon Balm Extracts Prevent Breast Cancer Progression In Vitro and In Ovo on Chorioallantoic Membrane Assay

R Ghiulai, S Avram, D Stoian, IZ Pavel… - Evidence‐Based …, 2020 - Wiley Online Library
Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed malignant pathology, representing the
primary cause of cancer death in women. Natural products are an appealing strategy to limit …

Recent advances in natural therapeutic approaches for the treatment of cancer

XJ Wang, JY Chen, LQ Fu, MJ Yan - Journal of Chemotherapy, 2020 - Taylor & Francis
Plants and natural compounds have been widely recognized to have potential for the
prevention of cancer progression and as complementary or standalone treatments for …