Barberry (Berberis vulgaris L.) has different medicinal applications in folk medicine of Iran.
Berberine, an alkaloid constituent of this plant, is present in the roots, rhizomes, stem, and …

Functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) are characterized by chronic complaints
arising from disorganized brain-gut interactions leading to dysmotility and hypersensitivity …

The excessive production of reactive oxygen species in nervous tissues is considered one of
the major risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases. During the last two decades, much …

Solid lipid nanoparticle (SLN) delivery systems have a wide applicability in the delivery of
phyto-bioactive compounds to treat various chronic diseases, including diabetes, cancer …

This study provides a critical overview of experimental studies in vitro, in humans, and in
animals that evaluated the efficacy of Berberine and its effect on management of obesity and …

Recently, concerns regarding the safety of red yeast rice (RYR) have been raised after the
publication of some case reports claiming toxicity. Since the previous meta-analyses on the …

In recent years, the health of patients exposed to the consequences of the metabolic
syndrome still requires the search for new solutions, and plant nutraceuticals are currently …

Aim Evidence showed that LDL-cholesterol lowering is associated with a significant
cardiovascular risk reduction. The initial therapeutic approach to hypercholesterolemia …

The incidences of diabetic mellitus and other metabolic diseases such as hypertension and
hyperlipidemia are increasing worldwide; however, the current treatment is not able to …

Dyslipidemia and hyperglycemia are associated with an increased risk of ischemic
cardiovascular disease. Positive effects of a nutraceutical combination comprising red yeast …