Apricot kernel, a by-product of apricot fruit, is a rich source of proteins, vitamins, and
carbohydrates. Moreover, it can be used for medicinal purposes and the formation of food …

Ethnopharmacological relevance Amygdalin is commonly distributed in plants of the
Rosaceae, such as peach, plum, loquat, apple and bayberry, but most notably in the seeds …

Bioactive amygdalin, found in high concentrations in bitter almonds, has been recognized as
a symbol of the cyanogenic glycoside chemical organic substance, which was initially …

While foraging for nectar and pollen, bees are exposed to a myriad of xenobiotics, including
plant metabolites, which may exert a wide range of effects on their health. Although the bee …

Phytochemicals or secondary metabolites present in fruit are key components contributing to
sensory attributes like aroma, taste, and color. In addition, these compounds improve human …

The overall incidence of cancer is increasing in recent years. Despite advances in various
comprehensive treatments, the mortality of advanced malignant tumors remains at a high …

The role of the intestine in human health and disease has historically been neglected and
was mostly attributed to digestive and absorptive functions. In the past two decades …

Background Amygdalin is known as a chemical compound derived from various fruits. The
glycosides existing in this plant have been historically utilized as an anticancer agent. This …

With the development of system biology, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is drawing
more and more attention nowadays. However, there are still many enigmas behind this …

Abstract Background The bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine protects against
tuberculosis and heterologous infections but elicits high inter-individual variation in specific …