Publications by authors named "Fatima Saqib"

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  • Alzheimer's disease is characterized by the accumulation of β-amyloid plaques and tau tangles, the key criteria for diagnosis, but recent research highlights other important factors in its pathology.
  • The difficulty of delivering drugs across the blood-brain barrier (BBB) has historically limited treatment options, but FDA has recently approved lecanemab as a disease-modifying therapy.
  • Various methods are being explored to enhance drug delivery across the BBB, ranging from invasive techniques like hyperosmotic solutions to non-invasive approaches like nanoparticles coated with polymers.
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Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) continue to threaten health worldwide, and account for a significant portion of deaths and illnesses. In both developing and industrialized nations, they challenge their health systems. There are several traditional uses of seeds in Pakistan, India, Iran, and China, including treating cardiovascular, neurological, and urogenital diseases.

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  • Phytochemicals, or secondary metabolites found in fruits, vegetables, and grains, play a significant role in health despite being classified as non-essential nutrients, as they have medicinal properties that can help prevent and treat diseases.* -
  • Dietary polyphenols, including compounds like kaempferol, quercetin, and resveratrol, offer various health benefits such as regulating oxidation, modulating blood vessel function, and reducing inflammation, which can contribute to heart health.* -
  • Current research emphasizes the protective effects of polyphenols against cardiovascular disorders and related conditions, suggesting that a diet rich in these compounds could lower the risk of heart diseases like hypertension and strokes.*
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is used as an old treatment for several diseases. fronds are eaten to treat gastrointestinal (GIT) issues and as an antibiotic. However, there is a dearth of literature justifying its traditional use.

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In folklore medicine, is used to treat various illnesses. The main objective of this study was a comprehensive investigation of leaf aqueous extract (CLAE) for its antioxidant, cardioprotective, anxiolytic, antidepressant and memory-enhancing capabilities by using different in vitro, in vivo and in silico models. The in vitro experimentation revealed that CLAE consumed an ample amount of total phenolics (67.

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Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Rosa webbiana (Family: Rosaceae) is used by South Asian herbalists to treat gastrointestinal and respiratory disorders.

Aim Of The Study: This research aimed at multiple targets to verify R. webbiana for treating diarrhea and asthma.

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Type II diabetes mellitus and its related complications are growing public health problems. Many natural products present in our diet, including polyphenols, can be used in treating and managing type II diabetes mellitus and different diseases, owing to their numerous biological properties. Anthocyanins, flavonols, stilbenes, curcuminoids, hesperidin, hesperetin, naringenin, and phenolic acids are common polyphenols found in blueberries, chokeberries, sea-buckthorn, mulberries, turmeric, citrus fruits, and cereals.

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Background: In addition to the nutritional benefits of Cucumis melo L., herbalists in Pakistan and India employ seeds to treat various ailments. This study aimed to determine the regulatory role of C.

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The present study aimed to determine the mechanisms responsible for calcium-mediated smooth muscle contractions in seeds. The phytochemicals of were identified and quantified with the aid of Liquid Chromatography Electrospray Ionization Tandem Mass Spectrometric (LC/ESI-MS/MS) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and then tested in-vitro and in vivo to confirm involvement in smooth muscle relaxation. Allergic asthma gene datasets were acquired from the NCBI gene expression omnibus (GEO) and differentially expressed gene (DEG) analysis, weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA), and functional enrichment analysis were conducted.

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Apart from the nutritional value, L. has also been used in the traditional medicine of Iran, Pakistan, and India. Its seeds are used by herbalists to treat gastrointestinal, respiratory, and urinary problems.

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Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) belongs to the ground family, Cucurbitaceae, known for edible fruit. Besides nutritional benefits, the traditional herbal practitioners in Pakistan and India used their seeds to treat gastrointestinal, respiratory, and urinary disorders.

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Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a significant cause of morbidity and death in the current world, posing a challenge to both developing and industrialized nation's health systems. Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum.

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L. is a medicinally effective plant used in indigenous system of medicine for a variety of ailments. However, there is no comprehensive study explaining its effectiveness in gastrointestinal tract, respiratory, and cardiovascular system ailments.

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Background: Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, commonly farmed as an edible vegetable around the globe. It has been used in traditional therapies in addition to nutritional advantages.

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(D.Don) Raab-Straube is a commonly used remedy against various diseases. Crude extract and fractions of were investigated for a gastrointestinal, bronchodilator, cardiovascular, and anti-inflammatory activities.

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L. is globally cultivated as an edible vegetable. Besides its nutritional benefits, it is used in traditional medicines against various ailments.

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Populus ciliata Wall ex. Royle has folkloric repute to treat various cardiovascular ailments and related disorders. The current study was designed to evaluate the toxic profile, cardioprotective and hypotensive effects of Populus ciliata (Wall.

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Nature gifts medicinal plants with the untapped and boundless treasure of active chemical constituents with significant therapeutic potential that makes these plants a beneficial source in the development of phytomedicines. Genus Cassia, with approximately 500 species, is a large group of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae. Cassia species are widely distributed throughout different regions mainly tropical Asia, North America, and East Africa.

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Ethnopharmacological Relevance: The conventional naturopaths of Punjab Province (Pakistan) have trivial usage of Anagallis arvensis Linn.(Primulaceae) for cure of diarrhea, constipation, asthma as well as hypertension.

Aim: Present research was focused to discover comprehensive mechanism of spasmogenic, spasmolytic, bronchorelaxant and hypotensive folkloric usage of Anagallis arvensis Linn.

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(Roxb. ex DC.) is a folkloric medicinal plant in Asia; including Pakistan; used as a traditional remedy for cardiovascular disorders.

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  • Alzheimer's disease is primarily marked by memory issues, behavioral changes, and cognitive decline, with aging being the biggest risk factor.
  • Research has shown that traditional plants from Asia and Europe can have a positive impact on aging and neurodegenerative pathways related to Alzheimer's.
  • There's a growing interest in ethnobotanicals for improving memory and cognition, as many people worldwide still rely on natural remedies, prompting a shift in the pharmaceutical industry towards herbal formulations for drug discovery.
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Viola tricolor Linn. is used as cardio-protective and anti-hypertensive agent in traditional medicine. Current study objective was to evaluate cardio-protective and hypotensive effects of Viola tricolor L.

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