Ginseng Compound Fights Oral Cancer Cell Growth and Spread
Greg Howard
28th March, 2024
Image Source: Natural Science News, 2024
Key Findings
- In a Hainan Medical University study, ginsenoside Rb1 (GRb1) killed oral cancer cells with less harm to healthy cells
- GRb1 also showed potential in preventing the spread of oral cancer
- The compound increased antioxidants in cancer cells, which may protect against damage
References
Main Study
1) Ginsenoside Rb1 Deters Cell Proliferation, Induces Apoptosis, Alleviates Oxidative Stress, and Antimetastasis in Oral Squamous Carcinoma Cells.
Published 26th March, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12010-024-04880-z
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