botanical-medicine
Botanical-medicine is the scientific study of medicinal plants and their pharmacologically active compounds. This field is significant for plant science because it systematically investigates the relationship between plant chemistry and biological effects, advancing our understanding of plant secondary metabolism, defensive compounds, and their mechanisms of action. Rigorous research into medicinal plants also drives the development of evidence-based standards for plant safety and efficacy.
open_in_new WikipediaPubMed · 2026-02-20
A tomato extract approved in Europe shows promise in protecting the brain from ischemic stroke damage in animal studies by activating protective signaling pathways. The findings suggest tomato-based supplements could become a safe, plant-derived approach to reducing stroke injury and promoting brain health.
Water-soluble tomato concentrate reduced infarct volume and improved neurological recovery in rat models of ischemic stroke
WSTC inhibited oxidative stress and neuronal apoptosis in ischemic neurons
The neuroprotective effects were mediated through activation of the ERK/CREB/BDNF signaling pathway
