Objective:To evaluate the effects of wedelolactone,a major flavonoid from Vietnamese Eclipta prostrata(L)L.,on inflammation and insulin resistance.Methods:Wedelolactone was extracted from the leaves of Vietnamese Ecli...Objective:To evaluate the effects of wedelolactone,a major flavonoid from Vietnamese Eclipta prostrata(L)L.,on inflammation and insulin resistance.Methods:Wedelolactone was extracted from the leaves of Vietnamese Eclipta prostrata(L.)L.with methanol by Soxhlet.The effects of wedelolactone on lipopolysaccharide(LPS)-induced cytokine production,reactive oxygen species(ROS)generation,and nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate(NADPH)oxidase activities in Raw 264.7 cells were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA),specific immunofluorescent dyes and luminometric analysis,respectively.In addition,its effects on glucose uptake and the protein expression of insulin receptor substrate 1(IRS1)and glucose transporter 4(GLUT4)were examined in 3T3-L1 cells by immunofluorescent dyes and Western blot.Results:Wedelolactone at 30μg/mL significantly inhibited LPS-induced production of tumor necrosis factor-α,interleukin(IL)-6,and IL-8(P<0.01)with no noticeable effects on IL-10 level.It also reduced ROS generation and NADPH oxidase activities in LPS-stimulated Raw 264.7 cells(P<0.01).Furthermore,wedelolactone showed anti-insulin resistance activity,as evidenced by improved glucose uptake and the upregulated expression of IRS1 and GLUT4 in 3T3-L1 cells(P<0.01).Conclusions:Wedelolactone exhibits anti-inflammation and anti-insulin resistance effects,which may be used for the treatment of diabetes and inflammation-associated diseases.展开更多
Eclipta prostrata has been extensively studied for its promoting effect on human health. Previous study proved that E. prostrata possessed anti-osteoporosis function in SAMP6 mice via gut microbiota (GM). Endophytes a...Eclipta prostrata has been extensively studied for its promoting effect on human health. Previous study proved that E. prostrata possessed anti-osteoporosis function in SAMP6 mice via gut microbiota (GM). Endophytes are widespread in plants, especially in Chinese herbal medicines. However, little is known regarding the endophytes of E. prostrata. In this study, we focus on screening and identifying the endophytes from plant E. prostrata and exploring their roles in modulating GM. According to biochemical, physiological tests and 16S rDNA sequence analysis, ten endophytes were characterized in different locations of plant E. prostrata belonging to Lactococcus, Bacillus, Enterococcus, Exiguobacterium and Pantoea. The antimicrobial activity of endophytes EP01-10 was investigated via the oxford cup method. Furthermore, the acid and bile salt resistant ability of EP01-10 was detected to explore their survival ability in gastrointestinal tract. Results indicated that strains of Lactococcus, Bacillus and Exiguobacterium (EP01, 03 and 05) showed strong antimicrobial activity against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus and strains of Lactococcus, Bacillus and Enterococcus (EP01, 02, 04, 08 and 10) have the ability to survive in the gastrointestinal tract. 16S rRNA sequencing of GM in C57BL/6J mice was performed for diversity and structure analysis responded to the administration of E. prostrata extract. E. prostrata extract acted on improving the microflora diversity, particularly in increasing the abundance of Lactococcus significantly. Thus, as an endophyte, Lactococcus plays an important role in E. prostrata modulating intestinal tract. Our study suggested that endophytes of Chinese herbal medicines might be a novel target for the treatment of diseases by regulating the GM.展开更多
本文通过温室盆栽试验,以鳢肠Eclipta prostrata为例,研究杂草叶龄、不同含菌丝体基质接种量以及温度、土壤湿度、保湿期时间等环境因子对菌株SC64侵染鳢肠的影响。在此基础上,温室条件下模拟旱直播水稻田环境下菌株SC64防治节节菜Rotal...本文通过温室盆栽试验,以鳢肠Eclipta prostrata为例,研究杂草叶龄、不同含菌丝体基质接种量以及温度、土壤湿度、保湿期时间等环境因子对菌株SC64侵染鳢肠的影响。在此基础上,温室条件下模拟旱直播水稻田环境下菌株SC64防治节节菜Rotala indica、异型莎草Cyperus difformis、鸭舌草Monochoria vaginalis和耳叶水苋Ammannia arenaria的试验。结果表明,鳢肠幼苗在5叶期以下,接种含菌丝体固体基质剂量在100g m 2以上,温度范围27~33℃,土壤相对饱水90%左右,并且接菌后湿度保持至少24 h,是菌株SC64达到理想除草效果的必需条件。温室模拟试验结果显示,接种含菌丝体固体基质剂量在120 g m 2时,28 d可引起节节菜和鸭舌草81%和74%的植株死亡率及83.8%和82.5%的鲜重抑制率;对异型莎草和耳叶水苋的防效稍差,仅能引起约50%的植株死亡率及60%~65%的鲜重抑制率。这表明菌株SC64可有效控制阔叶杂草,具有开发作为生物除草剂的潜力。展开更多
Medicinal herbs are well known and studied over the past millennia in most of the developing countries as a rational means of treatment against various diseases and disorders.Wedelolactone(WDL),a major bioactive compo...Medicinal herbs are well known and studied over the past millennia in most of the developing countries as a rational means of treatment against various diseases and disorders.Wedelolactone(WDL),a major bioactive compound in Eclipta prostrata L(Eclipta alba L),has been reported with potential benefits in human health against chronic diseases.However,a comprehensive study on WDL pharmacological benefits in various ailments,to the best of our knowledge,is not yet reported.Thereof,the present review provides the recent therapeutic applications in reference to biological and functional activities against major human chronic diseases,including cardiovascular,cancer,diabetes mellitus,liver disease,Alzheimer’s disease,and androgenetic alopecia.In this study,we collected all the relevant experimental information on WDL from Scientific databases such as PubMed,Web of Science,Science Direct,and Google Scholar.Conclusively,WDL is recognized as a key anti-oxidant with both specific regulator and inhibitor of major drug targetable proteins in human chronic diseases and disorders.Hence,WDL as a novel therapeutic bioactive molecule is advised to explore further for relevant pharmacological activities.展开更多
[Objectives]To make pharmacognostic identification of Euphorbia maculata L.and its related species.[Methods]The classical pharmacognostic identification method was adopted.[Results]The four main medicinal materials ar...[Objectives]To make pharmacognostic identification of Euphorbia maculata L.and its related species.[Methods]The classical pharmacognostic identification method was adopted.[Results]The four main medicinal materials are very similar,the fluff can be seen in E.maculata and Euphorbia thymifolia L.,but not in Euphorbia prostrata Ait.and Euphorbia taihsiensis(Chaw et Koutnik)Oudejians;the tissue structure is basically the same;except for E.taihsiensis without non-glandular hairs,the powder has secretory cells,laticifers,cells,calcium oxalate crystals,fibers,vessels,and seed coat fragments.Through ultrasonic extraction with 80%ethanol,extraction with isobutanol,extending with chloroform∶ethyl acetate∶formic acid(5∶3∶0.3),developing color with 3%aluminum trichloride ethanol solution,under ultraviolet light(365 nm),the fluorescent spots of the same color appeared on the corresponding position of the chromatogram of the reference substance(quercetin,kaempferol).[Conclusions]It is not easy to distinguish the four medicinal materials by character identification and microscopic identification,while the thin-layer chromatography(TLC)is more reliable.展开更多
Radiation protection drugs are often accompanied by toxicity,even amifostine,which has been the dominant radio-protecting drug for nearly 30 years.Furthermore,there is no therapeutic drug for radiation-induced intesti...Radiation protection drugs are often accompanied by toxicity,even amifostine,which has been the dominant radio-protecting drug for nearly 30 years.Furthermore,there is no therapeutic drug for radiation-induced intestinal injury(RⅢ).This paper intends to find a safe and effective radioprotecting ingredient from natural sources.The radio-protecting effect of Ecliptae Herba(EHE) was discovered preliminarily by antioxidant experiments and the mouse survival rate after137Cs irradiation.EHE components and blood substances in vivo were identified through UPLC-Q-TOF.The correlation network of “natural components in EHE-constituents migrating to blood-targets-pathways” was established to predict the active components and pathways.The binding force between potential active components and targets was studied by molecular docking,and the mechanism was further analyzed by Western blotting,cellular thermal shift assay(CETSA),and Ch IP.Additionally,the expression levels of Lgr5,Axin2,Ki67,lysozyme,caspase-3,caspase-8,8-OHd G,and p53 in the small intestine of mice were detected.It was found for the first time that EHE is active in radiation protection and that luteolin is the material basis of this protection.Luteolin is a promising candidate for RⅢ.Luteolin can inhibit the p53 signaling pathway and regulate the BAX/BCL2 ratio in the process of apoptosis.Luteolin could also regulate the expression of multitarget proteins related to the same cell cycle.展开更多
Abstract: Objective To study the constituents in the dried aerial parts of Eclipta prostrata. Methods The constituents wereisolated and purified by column chromatography and their structures were elucidated by spectro...Abstract: Objective To study the constituents in the dried aerial parts of Eclipta prostrata. Methods The constituents wereisolated and purified by column chromatography and their structures were elucidated by spectroscopic methods (1D,2D NMR, UV, IR, and HRESI-TOF-MS) and chemical analyses. Results Eight compounds were isolated andidentified as 7-O-methylorobol-4′-O-β-D-glucopyranoside (1), 3′-hydroxybiochanin A (2), echinocystic acid28-O-β-D-glucopyranoside (3), ecliptasaponin A (4), eclalbasaponin I (5), eclalbasaponin IV (6), echinocystic acid(7), and 3-oxo-16α-hydroxy-olean-12-en-28-oic acid (8). Conclusion Compound 1 is a new compound andcompound 3 is obtained from this genus for the first time.展开更多
基金support from the Fund of The Key Laboratory of Enzyme and Protein Technology,VNU University of Science(KLEPT:22.02).
文摘Objective:To evaluate the effects of wedelolactone,a major flavonoid from Vietnamese Eclipta prostrata(L)L.,on inflammation and insulin resistance.Methods:Wedelolactone was extracted from the leaves of Vietnamese Eclipta prostrata(L.)L.with methanol by Soxhlet.The effects of wedelolactone on lipopolysaccharide(LPS)-induced cytokine production,reactive oxygen species(ROS)generation,and nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate(NADPH)oxidase activities in Raw 264.7 cells were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA),specific immunofluorescent dyes and luminometric analysis,respectively.In addition,its effects on glucose uptake and the protein expression of insulin receptor substrate 1(IRS1)and glucose transporter 4(GLUT4)were examined in 3T3-L1 cells by immunofluorescent dyes and Western blot.Results:Wedelolactone at 30μg/mL significantly inhibited LPS-induced production of tumor necrosis factor-α,interleukin(IL)-6,and IL-8(P<0.01)with no noticeable effects on IL-10 level.It also reduced ROS generation and NADPH oxidase activities in LPS-stimulated Raw 264.7 cells(P<0.01).Furthermore,wedelolactone showed anti-insulin resistance activity,as evidenced by improved glucose uptake and the upregulated expression of IRS1 and GLUT4 in 3T3-L1 cells(P<0.01).Conclusions:Wedelolactone exhibits anti-inflammation and anti-insulin resistance effects,which may be used for the treatment of diabetes and inflammation-associated diseases.
文摘Eclipta prostrata has been extensively studied for its promoting effect on human health. Previous study proved that E. prostrata possessed anti-osteoporosis function in SAMP6 mice via gut microbiota (GM). Endophytes are widespread in plants, especially in Chinese herbal medicines. However, little is known regarding the endophytes of E. prostrata. In this study, we focus on screening and identifying the endophytes from plant E. prostrata and exploring their roles in modulating GM. According to biochemical, physiological tests and 16S rDNA sequence analysis, ten endophytes were characterized in different locations of plant E. prostrata belonging to Lactococcus, Bacillus, Enterococcus, Exiguobacterium and Pantoea. The antimicrobial activity of endophytes EP01-10 was investigated via the oxford cup method. Furthermore, the acid and bile salt resistant ability of EP01-10 was detected to explore their survival ability in gastrointestinal tract. Results indicated that strains of Lactococcus, Bacillus and Exiguobacterium (EP01, 03 and 05) showed strong antimicrobial activity against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus and strains of Lactococcus, Bacillus and Enterococcus (EP01, 02, 04, 08 and 10) have the ability to survive in the gastrointestinal tract. 16S rRNA sequencing of GM in C57BL/6J mice was performed for diversity and structure analysis responded to the administration of E. prostrata extract. E. prostrata extract acted on improving the microflora diversity, particularly in increasing the abundance of Lactococcus significantly. Thus, as an endophyte, Lactococcus plays an important role in E. prostrata modulating intestinal tract. Our study suggested that endophytes of Chinese herbal medicines might be a novel target for the treatment of diseases by regulating the GM.
文摘本文通过温室盆栽试验,以鳢肠Eclipta prostrata为例,研究杂草叶龄、不同含菌丝体基质接种量以及温度、土壤湿度、保湿期时间等环境因子对菌株SC64侵染鳢肠的影响。在此基础上,温室条件下模拟旱直播水稻田环境下菌株SC64防治节节菜Rotala indica、异型莎草Cyperus difformis、鸭舌草Monochoria vaginalis和耳叶水苋Ammannia arenaria的试验。结果表明,鳢肠幼苗在5叶期以下,接种含菌丝体固体基质剂量在100g m 2以上,温度范围27~33℃,土壤相对饱水90%左右,并且接菌后湿度保持至少24 h,是菌株SC64达到理想除草效果的必需条件。温室模拟试验结果显示,接种含菌丝体固体基质剂量在120 g m 2时,28 d可引起节节菜和鸭舌草81%和74%的植株死亡率及83.8%和82.5%的鲜重抑制率;对异型莎草和耳叶水苋的防效稍差,仅能引起约50%的植株死亡率及60%~65%的鲜重抑制率。这表明菌株SC64可有效控制阔叶杂草,具有开发作为生物除草剂的潜力。
文摘Medicinal herbs are well known and studied over the past millennia in most of the developing countries as a rational means of treatment against various diseases and disorders.Wedelolactone(WDL),a major bioactive compound in Eclipta prostrata L(Eclipta alba L),has been reported with potential benefits in human health against chronic diseases.However,a comprehensive study on WDL pharmacological benefits in various ailments,to the best of our knowledge,is not yet reported.Thereof,the present review provides the recent therapeutic applications in reference to biological and functional activities against major human chronic diseases,including cardiovascular,cancer,diabetes mellitus,liver disease,Alzheimer’s disease,and androgenetic alopecia.In this study,we collected all the relevant experimental information on WDL from Scientific databases such as PubMed,Web of Science,Science Direct,and Google Scholar.Conclusively,WDL is recognized as a key anti-oxidant with both specific regulator and inhibitor of major drug targetable proteins in human chronic diseases and disorders.Hence,WDL as a novel therapeutic bioactive molecule is advised to explore further for relevant pharmacological activities.
基金Supported by Program of Key Laboratory of Zhuang and Yao Medicine[Gui Ke Ji Zi[2014]No.32]Project of Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine(H2014015).
文摘[Objectives]To make pharmacognostic identification of Euphorbia maculata L.and its related species.[Methods]The classical pharmacognostic identification method was adopted.[Results]The four main medicinal materials are very similar,the fluff can be seen in E.maculata and Euphorbia thymifolia L.,but not in Euphorbia prostrata Ait.and Euphorbia taihsiensis(Chaw et Koutnik)Oudejians;the tissue structure is basically the same;except for E.taihsiensis without non-glandular hairs,the powder has secretory cells,laticifers,cells,calcium oxalate crystals,fibers,vessels,and seed coat fragments.Through ultrasonic extraction with 80%ethanol,extraction with isobutanol,extending with chloroform∶ethyl acetate∶formic acid(5∶3∶0.3),developing color with 3%aluminum trichloride ethanol solution,under ultraviolet light(365 nm),the fluorescent spots of the same color appeared on the corresponding position of the chromatogram of the reference substance(quercetin,kaempferol).[Conclusions]It is not easy to distinguish the four medicinal materials by character identification and microscopic identification,while the thin-layer chromatography(TLC)is more reliable.
基金supported by the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences Innovation Fund for Medical Sciences(2021-I2M-1-042,China).
文摘Radiation protection drugs are often accompanied by toxicity,even amifostine,which has been the dominant radio-protecting drug for nearly 30 years.Furthermore,there is no therapeutic drug for radiation-induced intestinal injury(RⅢ).This paper intends to find a safe and effective radioprotecting ingredient from natural sources.The radio-protecting effect of Ecliptae Herba(EHE) was discovered preliminarily by antioxidant experiments and the mouse survival rate after137Cs irradiation.EHE components and blood substances in vivo were identified through UPLC-Q-TOF.The correlation network of “natural components in EHE-constituents migrating to blood-targets-pathways” was established to predict the active components and pathways.The binding force between potential active components and targets was studied by molecular docking,and the mechanism was further analyzed by Western blotting,cellular thermal shift assay(CETSA),and Ch IP.Additionally,the expression levels of Lgr5,Axin2,Ki67,lysozyme,caspase-3,caspase-8,8-OHd G,and p53 in the small intestine of mice were detected.It was found for the first time that EHE is active in radiation protection and that luteolin is the material basis of this protection.Luteolin is a promising candidate for RⅢ.Luteolin can inhibit the p53 signaling pathway and regulate the BAX/BCL2 ratio in the process of apoptosis.Luteolin could also regulate the expression of multitarget proteins related to the same cell cycle.
基金Program for New Century Excellent Talents in University(NCET-10-0958)Important Drug Development Fund,Ministry of Science and Technology of China(2011ZX09307-002-01)
文摘Abstract: Objective To study the constituents in the dried aerial parts of Eclipta prostrata. Methods The constituents wereisolated and purified by column chromatography and their structures were elucidated by spectroscopic methods (1D,2D NMR, UV, IR, and HRESI-TOF-MS) and chemical analyses. Results Eight compounds were isolated andidentified as 7-O-methylorobol-4′-O-β-D-glucopyranoside (1), 3′-hydroxybiochanin A (2), echinocystic acid28-O-β-D-glucopyranoside (3), ecliptasaponin A (4), eclalbasaponin I (5), eclalbasaponin IV (6), echinocystic acid(7), and 3-oxo-16α-hydroxy-olean-12-en-28-oic acid (8). Conclusion Compound 1 is a new compound andcompound 3 is obtained from this genus for the first time.