Mechanism of Rosae Rugosae Flos flavonoids in the treatment of hyperlipidemia and optimization of extraction process based on network pharmacology

This study aims to identify a natural plant chemical with hypolipidemic effects that can be used to treat high cholesterol without adverse reactions.Through network pharmacology screening,it was found that Rosae Rugosae Flos(RF)flavonoids had potential therapeutic effects on hyperlipidemia and its mechanism of action was discussed.TCMSP and GeneCards databases were used to obtain active ingredients and disease targets.Venn diagrams were drawn to illustrate the findings.The interaction network diagram was created using Cytoscape 3.8.0 software.The PPI protein network was constructed using String.GO and KEGG enrichment analysis was performed using Metascape.The results revealed 2 active flavonoid ingredients and 60 potential targets in RF.The key targets,including CCL2,PPARG,and PPARA,were found to play a role in multiple pathways such as the AGE-RAGE signaling pathway,lipid and atherosclerosis,and cancer pathway in diabetic complications.The solvent extraction method was optimized for efficient flavonoid extraction based on network pharmacology prediction results.This was achieved through a single factor and orthogonal test,resulting in an optimum process with a reflux time of 1.5 h,a solid-liquid ratio of 1:13 g/mL,and an ethanol concentration of 50%.

Preparation Process,Pharmacological Activity and Molecular Mechanism of Valepotriate

In recent years,with the continuous development of the medicinal value of valepotriate and the great attention of scholars.The traditional extraction and purification process can no longer meet the current market standards and needs.The modern technology of valepotriate is of great significance to its application and development.This paper reviews the extraction and purification process,molding process and pharmacological activity of valepotriate,providing a theoretical basis for the research and application of valepotriate.

Purification Process,Content Determination,Pharmacological Activity and Molecular Mechanism of Neogambogic Acid

Neogambogic acid is characterized by broad antitumor spectrum,good antitumor effect and low toxicity and side effects.This paper reviews the purification process,content determination and pharmacologic activity of neogambogic acid,in order to provide a theoretical reference for the research and application of neogambogic acid.

Optimization of extraction of polyphenols from pomegranate peel by orthogonal experiment design and antioxidant activity

The aim of this study was to investigate the extraction process and antioxidant activity of polyphenols from Yunnan Mengzi pomegranate peel.Single factor and orthogonal test were used as optimize the extract rate(ER)of polyphenols from pomegranate peel(PGP).The polyphenols antioxidant activity was evaluated by DPPH·,·OH and total reducing ability,and compared with that of Vc.The optimum extraction conditions of polyphenols were as follows:ethanol concentration of 50%,liquid-solid ratio of 50:1,extraction temperature of 90°C,extraction for 4 h.Under these conditions,the ER of polyphenols from GPG was 8.15%.The results showed that the scavenging effects of polyphenols and Vc on DPPH·,·OH increased with increasing concentration,and the scavenging effect of polyphenols on DPPH·was higher than Vc in rang of 0.1-1.6µg/mL.When the concentration is greater than 0.6µg/mL,the scavenging effects of plyphenols on·OH is higher than Vc.The total reducing ability of polyphenols from PGP improved with the increase of concentration,and when the concentration was 8µg/mL,the total reducing ability was 114 U/mL.

Extraction Process and Antioxidant Activity of Polysaccharides from Cyathula Capitata( Wall. ) Moq.

[Objectives]To optimize the ultrasonic-assisted extraction process of polysaccharides from Cyathula Capitata( Wall.) Moq. and evaluate its antioxidant capacity in vitro. [Methods] The single factor orthogonal design was applied to explore the effects of ultrasonic time,solid-to-liquid ratio,extraction time and ethanol precipitation concentration on the extraction rate of crude polysaccharides from C. Capitata,to obtain the optimal extraction process; DPPH and ABTS^+ free radical scavenging ability was detected to evaluate its in vitro antioxidant activity.[Results]The optimal extraction process of C. Capitata crude polysaccharide was as follows: solid-to-liquid ratio was 40∶ 1,the extraction temperature was 50℃,the ultrasonic time was 80 min. Under such conditions,the extraction rate of C. Capitata crude polysaccharide was 10. 51%,and the purity was 56. 9%; C. Capitata crude polysaccharide has good scavenging ability to DPPH and ABTS^+ free radicals,and its IC_(50) values are 0. 468 and 0. 231 mg/mL,respectively. [Conclusions]The optimized process is simple and feasible,and the C. Capitata polysaccharide has good antioxidant activity in vitro. This experiment provides a basis for the further development and utilization of the C. Capitata polysaccharide.

Extraction Process of Total Flavonoids from Eucommiae Cortex and Its in vitro Antioxidant Activity

[Objectives]To optimize the extraction process of total flavonoids from Eucommiae Cortex,establish the extraction and content determination methods of its medicinal materials,and study its in vitro antioxidant activity.[Methods]The total flavonoids from Eucommiae Cortex were extracted by reflux extraction method,and the effects of extraction method,extraction solvent concentration,extraction volume,and extraction time on the total flavonoids content of the medicinal materials were explored through the single factor experiment.Orthogonal experiment was carried out to optimize the extraction process conditions,and the optimal extraction process for total flavonoids from Eucommiae Cortex was screened out.The total antioxidant capacity index was used to determine the free radical scavenging ability of the total flavonoids from Eucommiae Cortex.[Results]The optimal extraction process of total flavonoids from Eucommiae Cortex was 50%ethanol,1∶40 solid-to-liquid-ratio,and 1.5 h reflux extraction time.Through the antioxidant experiment in vitro,it is found that the total flavonoids from Eucommiae Cortex have a higher scavenging ability for the total antioxidant capacity,and there is a certain positive correlation with the mass concentration of total flavonoids.[Conclusions]This method can effectively determine the total flavonoids content of Eucommiae Cortex medicinal material,and provide a certain scientific basis for the quality standard research of the medicinal material.The total flavonoids from Eucommiae Cortex have good in vitro antioxidant activity.And the method for extracting total flavonoids from Eucommiae Cortex medicinal material in this experiment has good repeatability,high stability and feasibility.

Purification Process and Biological Activity of Daphnoretin

Daphnoretin,belonging to coumarin compounds,is the main active ingredient of Wikstroemia indica,and has anti-inflammatory,anti-depression,anti-tumor and other pharmacological activities.This article reviews the extraction and purification process,content determination methods and pharmacological activity of daphnoretin,in order to provide a theoretical reference for optimization of purification process,improvement of content determination technique and further clinical application of daphnoretin.

Optimization of Extraction Process for Antioxidant Active Components in Seeds of Firmiana platanifolia

[Objectives]To optimize the extraction process of antioxidant active components from seeds of Firmiana platanifolia.[Methods]The seeds of F.platanifolia were taken as the research object.The primary samples of seeds of F.platanifolia were prepared following the procedure of selection,cleaning,shelling,drying and pulverization.The DPPH·(1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl)scavenging rate of the extract of seeds of F.platanifolia was used as an indicator,to conduct the single factor experiment for determining optimum single factors such as extraction solvent,extraction time,solid-to-liquid ratio,and extraction temperature.Then the experimental design was optimized by the response surface methodology.[Results]Single factor experiment showed that the optimal extraction solvent for the antioxidant active components of F.platanifolia seeds was ethyl acetate,the optimal extraction time was 50 min,the optimum solid-to-liquid ratio was 1∶6 g/mL,and the optimal extraction temperature was 60℃.The response surface optimization experiment showed that the optimal extraction process of the antioxidant active component extract of F.platanifolia seeds was:the extraction solvent was ethyl acetate,the extraction time was 45 min,the solid-to-liquid ratio was 1∶5 g/mL,and the extraction temperature was 55℃,which was basically consistent with the results of single factor experiment.Under the optimal extraction conditions,the DPPH·scavenging rate of ethyl acetate extract(200 mg/mL)of F.platanifolia seeds was 94.25%,which was equivalent to that of vitamin E(V E)solution(147.39 mg/L)dissolved with ethyl acetate.[Conclusions]The ethyl acetate extract of F.platanifolia seeds has a strong antioxidant capacity of eliminating DPPH·in vitro.

Extraction,Physiochemical Properties and Antibacterial Activities of Polysaccharides from Auricularia auricular

[Objective] To explore the optimal conditions for extracting polysaccharide from Auricularia auricular,and to study its physiochemical properties and antibacterial activities.[Method] The extraction conditions for Auricularia auricular polysaccharides were optimized by orthogonal test,and its physiochemical characteristics and antagonistic activities on bacteria and molds were tested.[Result] The optimized condition was with sample to liquid ratio of 1:50,temperature of 90 ℃ and extraction time of 2.5 h.Under the optimized condition,the yield of polysaccharide was 7.3%,with polysaccharide content of 77.81 %.Containing aldose and amylase,the polysaccharides of Auricularia auricular was soluble in water.The inhibitory effect on bacteria was significantly stronger than on molds that the minimum diameter of inhibition zone for bacteria is 12.7 mm,while 7.9 mm for the molds.[Conclusion] This study provides scientific basis for the development and utilization of Auricularia auricular polysaccharides.

Investigation of the processing technology and mechanism of Kansui radix by licorice based on response surface methodology and integrative pharmacology

Background:The herbs should be processed by different methods before use,and the efficacy and toxicity of Chinese herbal medicines may change,which may enhance efficacy and reduce toxicity after processing.Gansui(Kansui radix)is a common clinical herbal medicine,and there are considerable changes in its toxicity and efficacy after processing.Gaocao(Glycyrrhizae radix et rhizome)has a detoxifying effect.Methods:Using the contents of euphorbiadienol and the alcohol-soluble extract of Glycyrrhizae radix-processed Kansui radix as evaluation indexes,response surface methodology was used to optimize the processing technology of Kansui radix by exploring the effects of Glycyrrhizae radix et rhizoma-addition amount,frying temperature,and frying time on the processing technology of Kansui radix.Meanwhile,response surface software was used to analyze experimental data to determine the processing parameters of Kansui radix by Glycyrrhizae radix et rhizoma.Integrative Pharmacology-based Research Platform of Traditional Chinese Medicine is used to analysis the potential ingredients of Kansui radix and verify the potential ingredients by western blotting.Results:The technology of Glycyrrhizae radix et rhizoma-processed Kansui radix was optimized for the Glycyrrhizae radix et rhizoma-addition amount of 27%,frying temperature of 180℃,and frying time of 11 min.The network pharmacology analysis revealed that Kansui radix could cause kidney,liver,and heart injury by the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway.Kansui radix at high or low dose could decrease the ratio of p-AKT/AKT while Glycyrrhizae radix et rhizoma-processed Kansui could increase it.Conclusion:The model established by response surface methodology is relatively accurate and can predict the contents of euphorbiadienol and alcohol extract of processed Kansui radix.The toxic effects and its mechanism of action of Kansui radix and processed Kansui radix on kidney,liver,and heart,from the perspective of systems biology,have provided scientific evidence to its clinical application.

Extraction,Purification,and Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Steroid Fraction from Physalis Alkekengi L.Var.Franchetii(Mast.)Makino

Objective: As a traditional medicinal plant listed in the Chinese Pharmacopeia, Physalis alkekengi L. var. franchetii(Mast.) Makino(PAF) has a long medicinal history and high economic value. PAF has immunomodulatory properties and can be used to treat acute lung injury and eczema.The aim of this study is to solve the problems of extraction and purification of active components from PAF. Materials and Methods: The solvent to be used for extraction and its concentration, the solid-to-liquid ratio, and extraction duration were investigated using a single-factor experiment.An orthogonal design(L_(9)[3^(4)]) was used to determine the optimum extraction conditions. After optimization, the sample’s concentrations and flow velocity, the eluents and their velocity, adsorption time, and the removed water volume were measured. The content of the five steroids in the sample was determined by high-performance liquid chromatography(HPLC). We also investigated the anti-inflammatory property of PAF calyxes before and after purification. Results: The optimum extraction and purification processes were determined by single-factor analysis.AB-8 was identified as the best macroporous adsorption resin for enrichment. After optimization, the average total steroid content was 71.83%,and the average recovery was 90% after purification. Among the five steroid components detected by HPLC, physalin F showed the highest content. Furthermore, the sample obtained after purification could significantly inhibit paw edema by egg whites induced. Conclusions: An environmentally-sustainable, efficient, and stable process was first optimized for enriching and purifying total steroids from PAF. The process has the potential for further development and utilization in the pharmaceutical industry.

Effects of bioactive compounds and pharmacological activities in medicinal fruits and vegetables by thermal processing

With the advancement of living standards,the role of healthy diets in maintaining well-being has gained prominence.The concept of“medicinal fruits and vegetables”has attracted much research attention recently.Medicinal fruits and vegetables are rich in nutrients and high in edible value,and are also necessary for people's daily diet.In order to better exert the effect of medicinal fruits and vegetables and prolong their shelf life,this paper reviews the effects of common thermal processing methods(boiling,steaming,microwaving,hot air drying,and pasteurization)on the bioactive compounds and pharmacological activities of medicinal fruits and vegetables.It is found that different heat treatment methods have their own advantages and disadvantages,and microwave drying has greater advantages in comparison.Through the summary of the thermal processing methods of medicinal fruits and vegetables,it is expected to provide a theoretical reference for its rational utilization in the field of fruits and vegetables and the improvement of thermal processing methods.

河蚌多糖生物活性与提取、纯化工艺研究进展

目的为河蚌多糖的提取工艺研究和临床应用提供参考。方法计算机检索维普、中国知网、PubMed数据库1995年1月至2023年9月与河蚌多糖相关的文献,归纳河蚌多糖的生物活性及其提取、纯化工艺,比较不同提取、纯化工艺参数下河蚌多糖提取物的差异。结果河蚌多糖具有免疫调节、抗肿瘤,镇痛、抗炎,抗乙型肝炎病毒、保肝等生物活性。河蚌多糖多以热水(80~100℃)提取法为基础,辅以微波或超声等提取方法,但工艺参数差异较大;提取液多以醇沉方式获得粗提物;纯化后的河蚌多糖在单糖组成(葡萄糖占比较大)、分子量(400~1700kDa)等方面存在一定差异。结论需加强河蚌多糖提取工艺-药效关系、活性成分构效关系、化学修饰-药效关系等研究,为相关药物和功能性食品的开发奠定基础。

牛蒡不同部位活性成分提取及其药理活性研究进展

牛蒡(Arctium lappa)属桔梗目菊科二年生草本植物,在我国种植面较广,大多分布于江苏和山东,是一种传统的药食两用植物资源。牛蒡不同部位所含的化学成分不同,有木脂素类、有机酸类、黄酮类、甾体类、苷类以及萜类等,在抗肿瘤、抗氧化、降血糖、保护心血管疾病及抗菌、抗病毒等方面发挥着重要的作用。本文通过归纳总结近年以来国内外学者对牛蒡不同部位的活性成分提取及药理活性等方面的最新研究成果,以便于对牛蒡进一步的研究开发提供理论依据。

谷物多酚提取及影响和改善其生物活性利用技术的研究进展

谷物中的多酚以游离态和结合态形式存在,具有良好的生物活性,是天然食品抗氧化剂的主要来源,可采用酸法、碱法、酶解法、超声辅助水解等方式提取。但谷物多酚在提取及加工过程中会发生降解、释放或与其他物质结合法,进而影响谷物多酚的生物活性利用,故可采用包封等技术避免谷物多酚的分解和氧化。文章综述了谷物中多酚的提取方法及加工方式对其含量、结构、稳定性、抗氧化性及抗菌性的影响,同时总结了几种改善谷物多酚活性释放和递送的途径,为多酚的有效利用和功能性产品的开发提供了参考。

火麻仁中水溶性活性蛋白质与糖类成分的研究进展

火麻仁为药食同源中药,应用历史久远,含有丰富的火麻油、大麻素类、木脂素酰胺类、火麻蛋白、多糖等成分,具有润肠通便的功效,在食品和医药领域都表现出较好的开发前景。笔者通过查阅近10年火麻仁的相关文献报道,对其主要水溶性活性蛋白质与糖类的最新研究进行了分析整理,发现火麻仁蛋白是一种优质的植物蛋白,主要由天冬氨酸、精氨酸、赖氨酸等氨基酸构成,具有通便、抗疲劳、抗衰老、抗氧化等药理作用,可通过碱提(酸沉)法、盐析法、酶解法等方法提取纯化,毒理学研究证实其应用较为安全;火麻仁中水溶性总糖含量约为3%~6%,主要具有免疫调节及抗氧化作用,可通过微波辅助提取进行制备,但相关单糖组成、糖链连接等结构研究还未深入开展。

金花葵花黄酮超声辅助提取工艺优化及性能

以金花葵花为原料,采用超声辅助提取法提取了金花葵花黄酮,通过单因素实验和正交实验优化了提取工艺,评估了最佳工艺条件下提取的金花葵花黄酮的抗氧化活性及安全性。结果表明,金花葵花黄酮最佳提取工艺为:料液比(g∶m L)1∶15、体积分数80%的乙醇水溶液为溶剂、超声功率300 W、超声时间35 min、提取温度75℃,在该条件下,金花葵花黄酮提取率为89.97%。质量浓度为1.00 g/L金花葵花黄酮对1,1-二苯基-2-苦基苯肼自由基、羟基自由基和2,2’-联氮-双(3-乙基-苯并噻唑-6-磺酸)自由基的清除率最高,分别为94.81%、95.24%、82.80%;对三者的半数抑制质量浓度(IC_(50))分别为106.00、70.06和213.80μg/m L。金花葵花黄酮质量浓度≤0.4 g/L时,其对红细胞溶血率均<10%,属于轻度刺激;质量浓度为1.00 g/L的金花葵花黄酮对鸡胚绒毛尿囊膜无溶血。

水翁叶黄酮的提取及抗氧化活性分析

试验采用正交试验法提取水翁叶黄酮,并测定分析水翁叶黄酮的抗氧化活性.结果表明:水翁叶黄酮提取的最佳工艺为:乙醇浓度40%,料液比1:45 g/mL,浸提时间40 min,得出水翁叶黄酮的提取率为5.24%.抗氧化活性检测表明:在一定质量浓度范围内,随着水翁叶黄酮提取液浓度增加,抗氧化能力逐渐增强,总还原能力及对DPPH自由基的清除力与维生素C(缩写Vc)相当.对亚硝酸根离子和羟自由基的清除率相比Vc稍微弱些.

响应面法优化马齿苋总多酚提取工艺及其抗氧化活性分析

以马齿苋为原料,采用超声辅助提取马齿苋总多酚。以总多酚提取量为指标,在单因素试验的基础上通过响应面法优化提取工艺,并分析马齿苋总多酚的抗氧化活性。结果表明:最佳提取工艺为液料比30:1(mL/g)提取温度45℃、乙醇体积分数60%、提取时间40min,在此条件下马齿苋总多酚提取量为6.89mg/g。抗氧化试验表明,马齿苋总多酚具有较好的抗氧化活性。

超声辅助低共熔溶剂法提取太白贝母总黄酮及其抗氧化活性研究

采用超声辅助低共熔溶剂法提取太白贝母总黄酮,以太白贝母总黄酮提取率为考察指标,通过单因素实验和响应面法对提取工艺进行了优化,并通过DPPH自由基清除实验和ABTS自由基清除实验研究了其抗氧化活性。结果表明,在超声功率为69 W、料液比为1∶18(g∶mL)、超声温度为79℃、超声时间为27 min的最优工艺条件下,太白贝母总黄酮提取率可以达到17.7004%,与预测值相差极小;太白贝母总黄酮是一种强抗氧化剂,对DPPH自由基、ABTS自由基具有较强的清除能力,在浓度为16 mg·mL^(-1)时,清除率分别达到82.15%、90.42%,与VC无明显差异。超声辅助低共熔溶剂法操作简便、提取率高,适用于太白贝母总黄酮的提取。该研究为太白贝母药材资源的开发利用提供了参考。