Identification of Nrf2 activators from the roots of Valeriana officinalis

This study provides evidence that four valepotriates from the roots of V. officinalis are activators of Nrf2-mediated antioxidant and detoxification pathways. Our data might expand the medical use of this plant beyond its current application as a sleep aid. [...] Georg Thieme Verlag KG Rüdigerstraße 14, 70469 Stuttgart, GermanyArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract
Source: Planta Medica - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Tags: Original Papers Source Type: research