Protective Effect of Natural Products in Mitigating the Effects of Toxic Chemicals on the Gastrointestinal System
A special issue of Toxics (ISSN 2305-6304). This special issue belongs to the section "Novel Methods in Toxicology Research".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 April 2025 | Viewed by 36
Special Issue Editor
Interests: gastric ulcer; intestinal mucositis; inflammatory bowel disease; colitis; diuresis; ethnopharmacology; oxidative stress; inflammation
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The primary focus of this Special Issue is to investigate the potential of natural products in safeguarding the gastrointestinal system from the detrimental effects of toxic chemicals. It aims to explore how natural products can be utilized to protect and treat the gastrointestinal system, particularly in conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, gastritis, ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux, functional dyspepsia, functional constipation, and mucositis. While these gastrointestinal diseases have been extensively studied, there is a notable lack of research specifically examining the role of natural products in mitigating the adverse effects of toxic chemicals that can exacerbate these conditions.
These diseases often involve chronic inflammation and gastrointestinal dysfunction, which can be aggravated by exposure to toxic substances such as heavy metals, pesticides, and microplastics. Despite this, the potential of natural products and their secondary metabolites to reduce inflammation and protect the gastrointestinal tract remains underexplored. Furthermore, many conventional treatments for these conditions have variable efficacy and can lead to side effects, underscoring the need for safer and more effective alternatives.
This Special Issue seeks to bridge existing gaps by compiling a diverse array of research papers, short communications, and review articles. These contributions will explore how natural products and their secondary metabolites, sourced from terrestrial and marine microorganisms and plants, can offer protection against the toxic impacts of substances such as metals, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, biocides, nanomaterials, and polymers, including microplastics, within the gastrointestinal system. By doing so, this Special Issue aims to broaden the current understanding and application of natural compounds in the fields of toxicology and gastroenterology, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and stimulating further research in this promising area.
Prof. Dr. Thaise Boeing
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- natura products
- biological activity
- anti-inflammatory activity
- antioxidant activity
- gastrointestinal disorders
- gastric ulcer
- functional dyspepsia
- inflammatory bowel disease
- mucositis
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