Bioactive Compound: ergot alkaloids

Lysergic Acid Diethylamide (LSD) and the Heart: Exploring the Potential Impacts of LSD on Cardiovascular Function

This review examines how LSD affects the heart and blood vessels. While some evidence suggests LSD might protect against heart disease by reducing inflammation and blood clots, acute use can dangerously raise heart rate and blood pressure, and cause blood vessel constriction. Regular low-dose use raises concerns about potential valve damage. More research is needed to understand the full cardiovascular safety of LSD before it can be considered for medical use.

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Fungi: Pioneers of chemical creativity – Techniques and strategies to uncover fungal chemistry

This review explores how fungi produce remarkable chemical compounds that have been transformed into important medicines for over a century. Starting with penicillin in the 1940s, scientists have discovered dozens of fungal-derived drugs used to treat infections, prevent organ rejection, lower cholesterol, and fight cancer. Modern technology now allows researchers to discover and analyze these compounds much faster and with smaller samples than ever before.

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