Anti-cancer natural products isolated from chinese medicinal herbs
2011

Anti-cancer Natural Products from Chinese Medicinal Herbs

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Tan Wen, Lu Jinjian, Huang Mingqing, Li Yingbo, Chen Meiwan, Wu Guosheng, Gong Jian, Zhong Zhangfeng, Xu Zengtao, Dang Yuanye, Guo Jiajie, Chen Xiuping, Wang Yitao

Primary Institution: University of Macau

Hypothesis

Natural products isolated from Chinese medicinal herbs can exhibit anti-cancer potential.

Conclusion

Natural products derived from Chinese herbs show promise as anti-cancer agents through various mechanisms.

Supporting Evidence

  • Natural products from Chinese herbs can inhibit cancer cell growth.
  • Some compounds enhance the effectiveness of chemotherapy.
  • Research shows various mechanisms of action for these natural products.

Takeaway

Some plants from China can help fight cancer by stopping cancer cells from growing and helping other treatments work better.

Methodology

The study summarizes in vitro and in vivo research on the anti-cancer effects of various natural products from Chinese herbs.

Limitations

The review covers studies published between 1987 and 2011, which may not include the most recent findings.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1186/1749-8546-6-27

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