Adipose tissue is the primary site of storage for excess energy as triglyceride and it helps in
synthesizing a number of biologically active compounds that regulate metabolic …

Prostate cancer remains one of the major causes of death worldwide. In view of the limited
treatment options for patients with prostate cancer, preventive and treatment approaches …

Abstract Ethnopharmacological relevance Prunus africana (Hook. f.) Kalkman (Rosaceae),
commonly known as “Pygeum” or “African cherry”, occurs in mainland montane forests …

In our previous study, we have shown that β-sitosterol (SIT) enhances glycemic control by
increasing the activation of insulin receptor (IR) and glucose transporter 4 (GLUT4) proteins …

Background Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a pathological condition affecting older
men. BPH complications often lead to deterioration in the quality of life. Serenoa repens …

Medicinal plants have been an integral part of the healthcare system for centuries. Prunus
africana, an evergreen plant of the family Rosaceae in sub-Saharan Africa, has been used …

Prostate cancer is still one of the world's top triggers of mortality. In light of the restricted
therapy choices for people with prostate cancer, natural substance-based prevention and …

The stem-bark of Prunus africana (Hook. f.) Kalkman (African cherry) is traditionally used for
the treatment of stomach ache, chest pain, malaria, fever, diabetes and high blood pressure …

An ethnobotanical survey was carried out in Ijebu–North Local Government Area of Ogun
State to document the plant species used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia …

Prunus africana (Hook. F.) Kalkman is a medicinal plant for which the bark is used to treat
benign prostate hypertrophy. P. africana is listed in Appendix 2 of the Convention on …