Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Shuhua Shan"
- Shuhua Shan's recent research primarily focuses on the nutritional and therapeutic potentials of plant-derived compounds, particularly from quinoa and foxtail millet, in combating various health conditions, including colorectal cancer and inflammatory diseases.
- Findings indicate that terpenoid compounds from quinoa can reverse drug resistance in colon cancer via miR-495-3p regulation, while soluble dietary fibers and protease inhibitors from foxtail millet exhibit significant antitumor activities both in vitro and in vivo.
- Shan's studies also explore how certain flavonoids and polyphenols can ameliorate conditions like inflammatory bowel disease and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease by enhancing gut microbiota and reducing oxidative stress, showcasing a promising avenue for dietary and therapeutic interventions.