2024-04-12 00:48:13
In a study recently published in the journal foods, Researchers are reviewing the biological activities of Cucumis and momordicaTwo plant species belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family.
Study: The importance of certain varieties of cucumbers in improving health: a review. Image credit: Kotcha K / Shutterstock.com
Background
The Cucurbitaceae family includes about 115 genera and 960 species of different fruits and vegetables, which are rich sources of proteins, vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber and many bioactive compounds. Based on their morphological, cytological and floral characteristics, these plants are classified into two primary subfamilies: Cucurbitoidea and Zanoniodeae.
Kokomis L. It is a genus of the Cucurbitaceae family. It is commonly consumed fresh or used in various foods and beverages. It Also used in various topical formulations and pharmaceutical vitamin A and C products.
Momordica species of the Cucurbitaceae family are cultivated in tropical regions and often have a bitter taste due to the presence of alkaloid phytochemicals. Biological compounds and trace elements found in these plants are useful in the treatment of various health conditions, including asthma, fever, neuropsychological, dermatological and digestive disorders.
A physical description of the Kormit family members discussed in this article
health properties of Cucumber honeydew
Cucumber honeydew, commonly known as kiwano or horned melon, grows mainly in tropical regions, including Nigeria and South Africa. Polysaccharides present in Cucumber honeydew The bark has immunomodulatory activity, chelation of iron ions and prebiotic activity.
God Cucumber honeydew The pulp contains high amounts of potassium salts and low amounts of sodium salts, as well as rutin and lutein, which have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and platelet aggregation inhibiting activity.
C. metuliferus An extract can exert hypoglycemic effects by inhibiting the activity of key enzymes such as β-glucosidase or α-amylase involved in glucose metabolism. The hydroethanolic extract of Cucumber honeydew Can exert antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic effects due to the presence of ursolic acid.
The anti-inflammatory properties of C. metuliferus Methanolic extracts depend mainly on the high phenol and flavonoid content of these fruits. These extracts may also reduce nephrotoxicity and increase white blood cell (WBC) counts in animals.
health properties of Wild cucumbers
Wild cucumbers It is commonly consumed as a vegetable and contains many phytoconstituents, including alkaloids, tannins, flavonoids, carbohydrates, proteins, glycosides, steroids, triterpenoids, and phenolic acids.
The hydroalcoholic extract of Wild cucumbers Associated with antidiabetic and antihyperlipidemic properties. Comparatively, the methanolic fruit extract showed strong antioxidant activity, making it a potential adjuvant candidate for the treatment of liver cancer.
health properties of Cucumber melon To.
Cucumber melon It is a rich source of vitamin C, vitamin E, polyphenols, carotenoids and phytochemicals, all of which are associated with potential cardiovascular, diuretic, digestive and anti-parasitic benefits.
Cucumber melon var. cantaloupe, commonly known as rock melon, exhibits high activity of provitamin A and therefore may prevent chronic inflammation. Rockmelon pulp extracts and bark extracts have also shown efficacy in preventing edema formation.
Cucurbitacin B from Cucumis melo var. Cantaloupe demonstrated anti-proliferative and pro-apoptotic activity against lung cancer cells by inhibiting inflammatory processes.
Cucumis melo var. Reticulotus Or Galia melon is a rich source of phenolic compounds, flavonoids, minerals such as magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, polyunsaturated fatty acids and essential amino acids.
Cucumis melo L. inodorus is a rich source of essential nutrients and minerals, such as magnesium, potassium, iron, vitamins C, A and B6, calcium, pantothenic acid, omega 3, omega 6 and zinc. Certain strains of this melon have been shown to effectively manage insulin resistance and inflammation in adipose tissue, as well as protect the cardiovascular system.
health properties of Momordica charantia
momordica charantia, Being a bitter melon, it is a rich source of proteins, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals and bioactive compounds such as gallic acid, tannic acid, catechin, caffeic acid, p-coumaric acid, ferulic acid and benzoic acid.
Glucan endo-1,3-beta-glucosidase (BG-4) extracted from Momordica charantia Seeds are associated with strong trypsin inhibitory and anti-inflammatory activity, especially in the context of impaired glucose metabolism.
Phenolic compounds present in Momordica charantia Can exert antidiabetic effects by inhibiting intestinal absorption of carbohydrates, stimulating insulin secretion, and protecting the islets of Langerhans from degradation. In fact, a novel insulin receptor-binding protein isolated from Momordica charantia Exhibits gastric resistance and hypoglycemic activity.
Momordica charantia Extracts showed antibacterial activity against K. pneumoniae and B. licheniformiswith water extracts showing stronger activity than ethanolic extracts.
Among variations of momordica charantia, Previous studies have reported antibacterial activity of var. muricata Against A voiceless island, Klebsiella pneumonia, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Micrococcus luteusand Staphylococcus aureuswhereas var. Sharantia Showed antibacterial activity against S. aureus, P. aeruginosaand Non-voiced.
Momordica charantia Extracts showed anticancer activity against breast, lung and colon cancer cells. ovarian cancer, Momordica charantia Extracts induce anti-proliferative, anti-metastatic and pro-apoptotic effects through its protein kinase activation activity.
Momordica dioica It is a rich source of many bioactive compounds, fats, carbohydrates and dietary fiber. previous, Momordica dioica Demonstrated anti-cancer activity against ovarian and cervical cancer. In fact, the purification and isolation Momordica dioica Proteins have supported recent advances in peptide-based drug delivery.
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