Oct. 1, 2025, مقالات ISI
Ginseng, a widely used herbal remedy, has been proposed to possess cardiometabolic benefits. However, findings regarding its effects on health outcomes remain inconsistent.
This meta-analysis included 44 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) covering 56 intervention arms, aiming to evaluate the impact of ginseng supplementation across various health parameters using a comprehensive literature search.
Ginseng supplementation significantly reduced IL-6 levels (WMD = -2.03 pg/mL; 95% CI: -3.12 to -0.93; p < 0.001). No significant effects were observed on body weight, BMI, waist circumference, blood pressure, or lipid profile. Sensitivity analyses revealed potential blood pressure benefits.
Ginseng may improve inflammatory markers such as IL-6 and adiponectin but appears to have no substantial effects on anthropometric indices or lipid levels. Further long-term, well-designed trials are warranted.
Nigella sativa supplementation significantly improves lipid profiles in adults by lowering TC, TG, LDL-C, and raising HDL-C, supporting its role as an adjuvant anti-hyperlipidemic agent.
Most Iranian hospital pharmacies fall short of age-friendly criteria, stressing the urgency for policy and system reforms to meet elderly patients’ needs.
Nigella sativa supplementation effectively reduces fasting blood sugar (FBS) and HbA1c levels in adults, though its effects on insulin and HOMA-IR are inconclusive.
Curcumin supplementation appears to alleviate anxiety symptoms, but more high-quality trials are needed to confirm its clinical effectiveness.
Ghee may support bone and joint health through fatty acids and vitamins that reduce inflammation, enhance bone density, and improve joint lubrication.
Glucomannan supplementation reduces total cholesterol and LDL-C in adults, with no significant effects on TG, HDL-C, or Apo A1 levels
Berberine supplementation shows significant benefits in improving lipid profile (reducing LDL-C, TC, TG, and increasing HDL-C) and waist circumference, though its effects on overall obesity indices remain inconclusive.
An Evidence-Based Review on Wound Healing Herbal Remedies From Reports of Traditional Persian Medicine
A scientific report on a novel herbal cream for skin wound healing, combining traditional Persian botanical knowledge with modern pharmaceutical research.
This umbrella and systematic review with meta-analysis evaluates the efficacy and safety of imeglimin for type 2 diabetes, showing significant improvements in glycemic control and beta-cell function.
This meta-analysis evaluates how walnut intake influences key oxidative stress biomarkers, highlighting increased catalase activity with no significant changes in other markers.
