Mulberry is a fast growing deciduous plant found in wide variety of climatic, topographical
and soil conditions, and is widely distributed from temperate to subtropical regions. Due to …

The transient receptor potential ankyrin (TRPA) channels are Ca 2+-permeable nonselective
cation channels remarkably conserved through the animal kingdom. Mammals have only …

The importance of gut microbiota in human health and pathophysiology is undisputable.
Despite the abundance of metagenomics data, the functional dynamics of gut microbiota in …

Plant-based diets (PBDs) are increasingly consumed by the Italian population and around
the world. In particular, among PBDs, the vegan diet is a food pattern characterized by the …

A well-functioning immune system of the host body plays pivotal role in the maintenance of
ordinary physiological and immunological functions as well as internal environment …

Plant derived phenolic compounds have been shown to inhibit the initiation and progression
of cancers by modulating genes regulating key processes such as:(a) oncogenic …

Flavonoids-a class of low molecular weight secondary metabolites-are ubiquitous and
cornucopia throughout the plant kingdom. Structurally, the main structure consists of C6-C3 …

The vascular endothelium is a multifunctional organ and is critically involved in modulating
vascular tone and structure. Endothelial cells produce a wide range of factors that also …

Secondary metabolites, also known as phytochemicals, natural products or plant
constituents are responsible for medicinal properties of plants to which they belong. The role …

Dried fruits, which serve as important healthful snacks worldwide, provide a concentrated
form of fresh fruits. They are nutritionally equivalent to fresh fruits in smaller serving sizes …