Journal of Pharmacognosy & Natural Products

Department of Experimental Medicine and Biotechnology, PGIMER, Sector-16, Chandigarh, India

Publications

• Review Article   
  A Comprehensive and Updated Mini-Review on Anti-Influenza Properties of Honey
  Author(s): Vikas C. Roy* and Rajni Bala
  
  Respiratory tract infections encompass a range of infections impacting different parts of the respiratory system. These are broadly categorized into Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI), which involve the nose, sinuses, and throat, or lower respiratory tract infections, affecting the airways and lungs. Influenza, often referred to as the "flu," is a highly contagious viral infection predominantly caused by influenza viruses is one of an URTI. This review focuses on anti-influenza effects of honey highlighting key findings from various studies. In-vitro research demonstrates that honey, particularly Castanea crenata and Tilia amurensis, significantly reduces influenza virus replication in cell models and enhances immune response mechanisms. The studies highlighted the activation of the IFN signaling pathway as a crucial mechanism. This involves the stimulation of JAK-STA.. Read More»
  

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