November 2025 in “Quantum Wellness : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan” This study analyzed the ethanol extract of pacing tawar leaves and found it contains alkaloids, saponins, tannins, and steroids but not flavonoids, suggesting potential for use in natural medicinal products.
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November 2021 in “Biomolecules” This review compiles information on traditional uses, phytoconstituents, and biological activities of Eclipta prostrata but reports no new experimental results; the authors call for more studies to understand its pharmacological mechanisms.
May 2025 in “Antioxidants” This review highlights how natural products with antioxidant properties can modulate the Wnt signaling pathway, potentially influencing various pathological conditions such as cancer, stroke, and regenerative medicine. It also addresses controversies in the compounds' mechanisms across different models and suggests research directions for future studies.
June 2013 in “Revista cubana de plantas medicinales” This study found that Sida cordifolia collected in Colombia is a good source of steroidal saponins, which may contribute to its antioxidant and antifungal properties.
October 2025 in “Interdiciplinary Journal and Hummanity (INJURITY)” This study characterized bioactive compounds in extracts from six Kalimantan herbal plants, confirming traditional medicinal uses with findings such as triterpenoids and several potent compounds with antimicrobial and cardiovascular benefits, laying groundwork for potential therapeutic applications and conservation efforts.