Research Keyword: DNA damage response

The Potential of Naturally Derived Compounds for Treating Chronic Kidney Disease: A Review of Autophagy and Cellular Senescence

This review explores how natural products from traditional Chinese medicine may help treat chronic kidney disease by targeting two key aging processes: autophagy (cellular self-cleaning) and cellular senescence (cellular aging). Common natural compounds like curcumin, green tea extract, and Astragalus have shown promise in protecting kidney function and reducing harmful inflammation. While these natural treatments show potential as complementary therapies alongside mainstream medicines, more clinical research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and determine optimal dosages.

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Oxidative Stress in Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3 and Its Attenuation by Herbal Remedies in Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Systematic Review

Spinocerebellar ataxia type 3 is a serious brain disease that causes movement problems and gets worse over time. Current medications help but often have unpleasant side effects. This review examined fifteen traditional Chinese herbal remedies that show promise in protecting nerve cells from damage caused by oxidative stress, a harmful chemical process in the body. These herbs work through multiple protective mechanisms and may eventually be tested in patients.

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