Natural Compounds for Counteracting GI and Liver Diseases
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Bioactives and Nutraceuticals".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2025 | Viewed by 70
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Interests: chronic liver disease; hepatocellular carcinoma; liver metabolism
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The Special Issue entitled “Natural Compounds for Counteracting GI and Liver Diseases” focuses on the role of natural compounds in promoting gastrointestinal (GI) and liver health. It aims to collect research articles, reviews, and perspectives that highlight the pharmacological potential of naturally derived substances to prevent and treat GI and hepatic disorders.
The following topics are welcome in the Special Issue:
- Studies on the efficacy of plant-derived compounds, such as polyphenols, flavonoids, and essential oils, in alleviating GI inflammation, ulceration, and microbial imbalances and chronic liver diseases, e.g., metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and fibrosis.
- Research on beneficial bacteria, dietary fibers, probiotics, and prebiotics that could enhance gut microbiota composition, improve digestive and liver function, and boost the immune system.
- Studies investigating the molecular pathways through which natural compounds exert their therapeutic effects on the GI tract and the liver, including the modulation of signaling pathways, gene expression, and cellular processes.
- Summaries of clinical trials and preclinical evidence that validate the therapeutic potential of natural compounds for GI disorders and chronic liver diseases, along with discussions on safety, efficacy, and dosage considerations.
- Studies investigating newly discovered natural compounds and innovative delivery systems designed to enhance the bioavailability and effectiveness of these therapeutic agents.
This Special Issue aims to bridge the gap between traditional medicine and modern molecular science, providing a comprehensive overview of how natural compounds can be harnessed to improve gastrointestinal and liver health.
Dr. Daniela Gabbia
Prof. Dr. Raquel Abalo
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- natural compounds
- gastrointestinal diseases
- liver diseases
- pharmacological potential
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