Pollen anomaly - a clue to natural hybridity in Argemone (Papaveraceae)

Polyphenolic and biological activities of leaves extracts of Argemone subfusiformis (Papaveraceae) and Urtica urens (Urticaceae).

Nowadays there is a resurgence of interest in wild plants for their possible medicinal value in diets, since some epidemiological studies have demonstrated their effectiveness against important diseases. Generally, foods of plant origin contain many bioactive compounds, proteins, energy, vitamins and specific minerals; in addition, the popular wild plant species provide fibre, essential fatty a...

Cholinesterase and Prolyl Oligopeptidase Inhibitory Activities of Alkaloids from Argemone platyceras (Papaveraceae).

Alzheimer's disease is an age-related, neurodegenerative disorder, characterized by cognitive impairment and restrictions in activities of daily living. This disease is the most common form of dementia with complex multifactorial pathological mechanisms. Many therapeutic approaches have been proposed. Among them, inhibition of acetylcholinesterase, butyrylcholinesterase, and prolyl oligopeptida...

Leukocyturia, another clue to inflammation in acute coronary syndrome

Introduction: Cronary artery disease is the main cause of mortality in developed countries. Classic risk factors have not been able to explain epidemiologic variants in this disease, hence other risk factors including systemic infections are under survey. This study was designed to evaluate the possible role of local and systemic infections in producing acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Methods: ...

Recurrent Acute Pancreatitis: A Diagnostic Clue to Primary Hyperparathyroidism

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