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Randomized controlled clinical trial on the efficacy of a novel antimicrobial chewing gum in reducing plaque and gingivitis in adolescent orthodontic patients
ConclusionBoth chewing gums performed similarly effective in terms of reducing plaque accumulation and gingival inflammation and improving OHRQoL.Clinical relevanceChewing gums without antimicrobial ingredients may be sufficient to decrease plaque accumulation and gingival inflammation. (Source: Clinical Oral Investigations)
Source: Clinical Oral Investigations - April 25, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Changes in Physiological Traits, Gene Expression and Phytochemical Profile of Mentha piperita in Response to Elicitor
The objective of this research is to investigate the expression of essential genes in the menthol pathway of Mentha piperita, including Pulegone reductase (Pr), Menthofuran synthase (Mfs), and limonene synthase (Ls) using qPCR, physiological analysis and essential oil composition in response to methyl jasmonate (MeJA) (0.5 mM) elicitation. Physiological analysis showed that 0.5 mM MeJA triggers defensive responsiveness in Mentha piperita by increasing superoxide dismutase (SOD) and Peroxidase (POD) enzymes activity. The highest transcript levels of Pr and Mfs genes were observed during 8 and 12 h after treatment respective...
Source: Biochemical Genetics - April 23, 2024 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Soheila Afkar Ghasem Karimzadeh Source Type: research

Suitability of dyes from cinnamon bark on wool fibers using metal and bio-mordants
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int. 2024 Apr 17. doi: 10.1007/s11356-024-33381-z. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTGrowing concern about the environmental effects of metal mordants and synthetic dyes is encouraging the use of bio-mordants and natural colorants. Cinnamon bark is a rich source of natural colorants such as cinnamaldehyde and tannins. The main purpose of this research was to study and compare the effect of bio-mordants versus metal mordants in terms of colorimetric parameters and color fastness properties of cinnamon bark on wool fibers. Accordingly, some bio-mordants, including date kernel, peppermint, banana peel, and ...
Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International - April 17, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Majid Tehrani Taraneh Navayee Source Type: research

In vitro antibacterial activity of antibiotics and plant essential oils against Escherichia coli MTCC443 supported through the molecular docking and pharmacokinetics study
This study has been made to compare the in vitro antibacterial activity and further validated the same through the molecular docking study of 13 antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, erythromycin, ampicillin, cefotaxime, rifampicin, kanamycin, vancomycin, streptomycin, penicillin, nalidixic acid, trimethoprim, and polymyxin, and 10 EOs such as garlic, tulsi, neem, clove, thyme, peppermint, coriander, tea, lavender, and eucalyptus against the target protein (DNA gyrase) ofE. coli MTCC443.E. coli Microbial Type Culture Collection 443 was found to be highly sensitive to ciprofloxacin (zone of inhibition [ZOI], 2...
Source: Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry - April 17, 2024 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Saurabh Jain, Adarsh Kumar Shukla, Surbhi Panwar, Rajesh Kumar, Ashwani Kumar Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Phytotherapeutic recommendations in medical guidelines for the treatment of gastroenterological diseases - a systematic review
Z Gastroenterol. 2024 Apr 11. doi: 10.1055/a-2279-5045. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTPhytotherapeutics are gaining influence in the treatment of gastroenterological diseases. Their popularity and growing evidence of efficacy contribute to their integration into medical guidelines. A systematic screening identified recommended phytotherapeutic approaches. Based on current scientific data, some recommendations for the use of phytotherapeutic agents are given. For irritable bowel syndrome the use of peppermint oil is "strongly recommended", especially for pain and flatulence. Other phytotherapeutics such as STW-5, Tibetan Pa...
Source: Zeitschrift fur Gastroenterologie - April 11, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Sandra Utz Miriam Bittel Jost Langhorst Source Type: research

Sensors, Vol. 24, Pages 2384: Scented Solutions: Examining the Efficacy of Scent Interventions in Mitigating Driving Fatigue
This study explored changes in EEG frequency bands (alpha, beta, theta, and gamma) and the activity of EEG metrics (R(&alpha;/&beta;), R&theta;/(&alpha;+&beta;) and R(&alpha;+&theta;)/(&alpha;+&beta;)) in the temporal lobe during driving tasks, selected fatigued driving identifiers, and aided validation by investigating subjective fatigue with the Karolinska Sleepiness Scale (KSS). The EEG indicators all increased, with a significant increase in R(&alpha;/&beta;). R(&alpha;/&beta;) was combined with the KSS to explore th...
Source: Sensors - April 9, 2024 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Xinyue Jiang Kanesan Muthusamy Jian Chen Xueliang Fang Tags: Article Source Type: research

Diabetes and its Complications: Role of Luteolin, A Wonder Chemical from the Natural Source
Curr Diabetes Rev. 2024 Feb 29. doi: 10.2174/0115733998285798240217084632. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTFlavonoids have been reported to be vital in treating various chronic disorders. Luteolin (3',4',5,7-tetrahydroxyflavone) is a flavonoid present in a variety of plant sources such as celery, green pepper, olive oil, peppermint, thyme, rosemary, oregano, etc. It has been reported to have various pharmacological activities such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antidiabetic, anti-Alzheimer, antimicrobial, etc. Many scientific studies have been carried out on luteolin for its possible effects on diabetes and i...
Source: Current Diabetes Reviews - March 1, 2024 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Gandhar Pradhan Yogesh A Kulkarni Source Type: research