Flavonoids are polyphenolic compounds which display an array of biological activities and
are considered potential antitumor agents. Here we evaluated the antiproliferative activity of …

As cancers are one of the most important causes of human morbidity and mortality
worldwide, researchers try to discover novel compounds and therapeutic approaches to …

Background: Besides the numerous biologic and pharmacologic functions in the human
body that act as potent antioxidants, flavonoids (flavones, flavanones, flavonols, flavanols …

Flavonoids are polyphenolic compounds that are mainly derived from fruits and vegetables
and constitute an essential part of plant-derived beverages such as green tea, wine and …

Cancer is a major public health concern in both developed and developing countries.
Several plant-derived anti-cancer agents including taxol, vinblastine, vincristine, the …

Background: Cancer is a rapidly growing disease and the second most leading cause of
death worldwide. Breast, colon, lung, and prostate cancer are the most diagnosed types of …

The aim of this study was to reveal the relationships between structure elements of
flavonoids and their antileukemic activity. The human leukemia cell line K562 as a model of …

Flavonoids are ubiquitous in nature. They are also in food, providing an essential link
between diet and prevention of chronic diseases including cancer. Anticancer effects of …

The polyphenolic flavonoids are found ubiquitously in plants. Flavonoids are nontoxic and
possess a remarkable spectrum of biological activities such as antiallergic, antiinflammatory …

Background: In chemotherapy for cancer, conventional drugs aim to target the rapidly
growing and dividing cells at the early stages. However, at an advanced stage, cancer cells …