Several representatives of Meliaceae contain biologically active compounds that are toxic to insects with few negative effects on the environment and humans. Our study evaluated the activity of ethyl acetate and ethanol extracts from the fruit and seeds of Cabralea canjerana (Vellozo) Mart (Sapindales: Meliaceae) on Anastrepha fraterculus (Wiedemann) (Diptera: Tephritidae). Limonoids and triter...

how the seeds of delphinium staphisagria promote hair growth in humans is yet to be discovered. this lack of information leads us to the investigation of hair promoting effects of seeds of delphinium staphisagria in vitro. extract prepared from the seed of delphinium staphisagria (esds) - traditionally used for hair loss treatment - was selected and tested for the cytotoxic and angiogenic poten...

background and objectives: the seeds of securigera securidaca (l.) deg. & dorf. (fabaceae) are used as anti-diabetic remedy in iranian folk medicine. the aim of the present study was to establish the callus and suspension culture of s. securidaca seeds for the first time and to determine the major secondary metabolites including cardiac glycosides and total phenols. methods: the culture of s. s...

Introduction:Cannabis sativa (hemp) seeds are popular for their high nutrient content, and strict regulations are in place to limit the amount of potentially harmful phytocannabinoids, especially Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9-THC). In Canada, this limit is 10 μg of Δ9-THC per gram of hemp seeds (10 ppm), and other jurisdictions in the world follow similar guidelines. Materials and Methods: We inv...

Birds are important seed dispersers for fleshy fruits through their transportation of ingested seeds. The seeds of many species germinate faster and in greater proportions after passing through a digestive tract, although the effects of this passage vary amongst bird and plant species. Many factors determine the germination success of ingested seeds, such as seed scarification during the digest...

Article history: Received on: 07/09/2014 Revised on: 23/10/2014 Accepted on: 14/12/2014 Available online: 28/03/2015 Diabetes mellitus is a major and current epidemic disease of the human race implicated with numerous clinical manifestations. A number of protein-rich seeds such as that of Citrullus lanatus (watermelon) are commonly used in traditional medicine with increasing acclaimed efficacy...

Recently, supercritical fluid extraction (SFE) has been indicated to be utilized as part of a biorefinery, rather than as a stand-alone technology, since besides extracting added value compounds selectively it has been shown to have a positive effect on the downstream processing of biomass. To this extent, this work evaluates economically the encouraging experimental results regarding the use o...

AIM OF THE STUDY To provide ethnopharmacological basis for the medicinal use of Lepidium sativum seeds in indigestion and constipation. MATERIALS AND METHODS The in vivo studies were conducted in mice, while isolated tissues of mouse, guinea-pig and rabbit were suspended in tissue bath to measure isotonic contractions. RESULTS The aqueous-methanolic extract of Lepidium sativum seeds (Ls.Cr)...

PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) is associated with insulin resistance, obesity and disorders of lipid metabolism as well as infertility. Fenugreek seeds extract is successfully used in lowering blood glucose. Metformin has also the same effect but in a different way. The aim of this study was the assessment of fenugreek effects on insulin resistance in women with PCOS. This was a prospective...

pcos (polycystic ovarian syndrome) is associated with insulin resistance, obesity and disorders of lipid metabolism as well as infertility. fenugreek seeds extract is successfully used in lowering blood glucose. metformin has also the same effect but in a different way. the aim of this study was the assessment of fenugreek effects on insulin resistance in women with pcos.this was a prospective ...