The objective of this study was to increase the bioavailability of (IB) through fermentation with probiotic D30, and to evaluate the chemical composition, viability, and anti-inflammatory effect of fermented (FIB). IB was fermented with D30 at 37 °C for 24 h. FIB increased total phenolic content and decreased total flavonoid content of IB.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: General antiviral agents such as oseltamivir are associated with certain adverse effects and the emergence of resistance. This study investigated the phytochemical properties, antiviral activities, and safety of three herbs used in traditional Korean medicine.
Methods: Extracts of three medicinal herbs (Brassica juncea, Forsythia suspensa, and Inula britannica) were prepared using ethanol or water.
This study aimed to improve antioxidant effect and hepatoprotective effect of Inula britannica using fermentation. Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) in an I. britannica extract was found to be upregulated from 2.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe aim of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial efficacy of fermented Inula britannica extract (FIBE) against Staphylococcus aureus strains including methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA). I.
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