This study aimed to optimize the rice-fried processing technology of Ganoderma lucidum, determine the optimal processing parameters, and evaluate the impact of fried Ganoderma lucidum rice on its antioxidant activity.The processing temperature, processing time, and ratio of medicinal material to auxiliary material were used as the influencing factors, and the contents of Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides, triterpenoids, and extracts, as well as the appearance score of the processed product were used as evaluation indexes. The optimal rice-fried processing parameters were determined using the analytic hierarchy process (AHP)-entropy weight method combined with Box-Behnken design and response surface method.The antioxidant activity before and after processing was compared using ABTS⁺, DPPH, and hydroxyl radical scavenging assays. The optimized process conditions were as follows:processing temperature of 158.91 ℃, frying time of 10.18 minutes, and a material-to-auxiliary ratio of 1∶0.20. The average comprehensive score obtained from process validation was 91.24 with a relative standard deviation of 0.81%. In vitro antioxidant activity assay results showed that the radical scavenging ability of Ganoderma lucidum significantly increased after processing(P<0.01). The optimized rice-fried process is reliable, stable, and feasible. The rice-fried Ganoderma lucidum prepared using this process exhibited enhanced antioxidant activity, providing a reference for the processing technology and clinical application of Ganoderma lucidum.

Ginsenosides are important chemical components of Panax quinquefolius L. and are closely related to its pharmacological activities. In this study, ultra-high performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (UHPLC-MS) was used for high-throughput analysis of ginsenosides in the roots, leaves, and seeds of Panax quinquefolius L., leading to the identification of 72 ginsenosides across these parts. Both univariate and multivariate analyses revealed significant differences in the content and types of ginsenosides among the different plant parts. Based on statistical significance (p<0.05) and biological significance (fold change>4), 23 differential saponins were identified in the roots vs. leaves comparison, 26 in the roots vs. seeds comparison, and 27 in the leaves vs. seeds comparison. Content analysis revealed that the total amounts of Rg₁, Re, and Rb₁ in the leaves and roots were roughly equivalent and higher than in the seeds, while most other ginsenosides were more abundant in the leaves and roots than in the seeds. The pseudo-ginsenoside F11, which is unique to Panax quinquefolius L., was most abundant in the leaves, whereas acetylated pseudo-ginsenoside F11 was most abundant in the roots. 20(S)-Ginsenoside Rh₁, acetylated ginsenoside Rg₁, and quinquenoside IV were all significantly different among the three parts and could serve as markers for differentiation. This study reveals distinct ginsenoside profiles in the roots, leaves, and seeds of Panax quinquefolius L., providing technical support for its efficient development and utilization.

This study investigated the effects of direct-contact ultrasonic vacuum drying on the drying characteristics and quality of dandelion. Dandelion samples were dried under different ultrasonic power levels and compared with samples processed via vacuum freeze-drying, shade drying, and hot-air drying in terms of color, flavonoid content, and cichoric acid content. Results showed that the drying rate increased with increasing ultrasonic power and drying temperature. The Page and Two-term models provided the best fit for the drying kinetics. The color of samples dried via direct-contact ultrasonic vacuum drying at 192 W was closest to that of fresh samples among all considered methods. At 192 W, the flavonoid content in the solution after rehydration was significantly higher than that obtained using other drying methods(p<0.05). In addition, total flavonoid and cichoric acid contents at 192 W were 57.09 and 12.35 mg/g, respectively. Furthermore, comprehensive evaluation using the entropy weight-grey relational analysis method showed that the samples dried at 192 W exhibited the highest correlation degree and ranked first overall among all drying methods. This study confirms that direct-contact ultrasonic vacuum drying can effectively improve the drying characteristics and quality of dandelion, providing references for applications in food and traditional Chinese medicine.

By establishing high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) fingerprints of Qingxiao Wuwei Decoction (QXWWD) and integrating chemical pattern recognition with in vivo and in vitro component identification methods, this study aimed to screen differential compounds and provide reference data for consistency evaluation and the development of compound preparations. The fingerprints of 18 batches of QXWWD were established evaluated for similarity. Bioinformatics methods were used to analyze potential quality markers. HPLC-Q-Exactive-MS was used to identify in vitro chemical components and serummigration components of QXWWD.Based on the integrated “fingerprint-pattern recognition-serum-migrant components” strategy, quality-difference markers were screened. A total of 28 peaks were identified in the fingerprints of QXWWD, among which 8 quality-difference markers, such as chrysophanol, were selected. In total,85 in vitro chemical components and 55 serummigration components of QXWWD were identified. By finding the intersection of the fingerprint-identified components and those identified in vivo and in vitro using a Venn diagram, we identified chrysophanol as the core quality-difference marker. This study established a simple and reproducible analytical method that can effectively evaluate the quality stability and batch consistency of QXWWD. This method provides reliable data to support process optimization, quality-standard development,and the subsequent development of this prescription.

To investigate the metabolic differences among different parts of Lonicera japonica Thunb.,a nontargeted metabolomics study was conducted on its stems, leaves, and flowers using ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (UHPLC-MS/MS).Intotal,773 metabolites in positive-ion mode and 572 and 572 metabolites in negative-ion mode were identified in samples from different parts of L. japonica Thunb.; 553 differential metabolites were detected by comparing leaves and flowers; and 471 differential metabolites were detected by comparing stems and flowers, mainly phenolic acids, amino acids and their derivatives, flavonoids, and isoflavones. The pathways related to differential metabolites mainly include phenylpropanoid biosynthesis, flavonoid and flavonol biosynthesis, purine metabolism, and anthocyanin biosynthesis. This study analyzed the predominant compounds and important metabolic pathways involved in different parts of L. japonica Thunb.,i.e.,the stems,leaves, and flowers,comparing them with medically used flowers. The findings provides a scientific basis for the further development and utilization of L. japonica Thunb. resources.

A scientific, unified, and reliable characteristic chromatograms and determine the content of artificial musk in the Liushen series of preparations was established using gas chromatography (GC) to accurately reflect its quality, providing an experimental basis for subsequent revisions of quality standards. The similarity of characteristic chromatograms from 39 batches of Liushen series preparations was analyzed using Traditional Chinese Medicine Chromatographic Fingerprint Similarity Evaluation Software(2012 version), with similarities all above 0.995. Liushen pills exhibited 5 characteristic peaks, while Liushen capsules showed 4, one of which was identified as muscone. The content of artificial musk in three types of preparations was determined, with muscone showing a good linear relationship within the range of 0.006 4~0.638 8 mg/mL(R=0.999). The average recovery rates(relative standard deviation) for pills, capsules, and gel agents were 102.3% (1.0%), 97.3% (1.5%), and 103.1% (1.6%) respectively. The established GC characteristic chromatograms and content determination method can comprehensively reflect the quality of artificial musk in LiuShen series preparations and can be used for quality control of artificial musk in these preparations.

A natural pigment lipstick was developed using pitaya pigment as the primary ingredient. Four factors—the amounts of beeswax, coconut oil, cocoa butter, and pitaya pigment—were selected. Single-factor and response surface tests were conducted, with comprehensive sensory evaluation as the assessment criterion, to determine the optimal formulation for the pitaya pigment lipstick and to conduct texture analysis. The results showed that the optimal formulation for the pitaya pigment lipstick comprised 22.14% beeswax, 67.02% coconut oil, 5.56% cocoa butter, and 5.28% pitaya pigment. Under these conditions, the validation test yielded a sensory evaluation score of 95.07±1.08, which closely matched the predicted value. The resulting lipstick had a smooth texture, moderate hardness, stable color, and caused no sensitive irritation to the skin. This study provides a reference for the development of pitaya byproducts and meets consumer demand for natural and safe products.

Panaxquinquefolius L. is a medicine-food homology used in traditional Chinese medicine，of which ginsenosides are an important active component.The ginsenoside content of Panaxquinquefolius L. is closely related to its quality. Due to the effects of the geographical environment，the ginsenoside content of Panaxquinquefolius L.from different origins varies. Based on liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry，this study established a quantitative analysis method for seven major ginsenoside components，through which the content of 27 batches of samples from domestic and foreign origin swasanalyzed. The results showed that the contents of ginsenosides Rb₁，Re，Rg₁，Rd，Ro，and the pseudoginsenoside F11 were highest in the Panaxquinquefolius L. produced in Canada. The contents of the ginsenosides Rb₁，Rg₁，Rd，and Ro in the Panaxquinquefolius L. produced in the United States were higher than those from the three domestic production origins （Jilin，Shandong，and Liaoning province）. The contents of the ginsenoside Re and the pseudoginsenoside F11 in Panaxquinquefolius L.produced in Shandong were higher than those produced in the United States. The contents of the rare ginsenoside Rg₃ in the Panaxquinquefolius L. produced in Jilin and Liaoning were higher than that of the United States and Canada. This study revealed the differences in the content of seven ginsenosides in Panaxquinquefolius L. with foreign and domestic production origins，thereby providing technical support forquality control and improving quality standards for Panaxquinquefolius L.

To optimize the extraction process for ginsenosides from the fibrous roots of American ginseng，the enzyme-water method was used for continuous extraction of ginsenosides from American ginseng. The total ginsenosides extraction yield was used as the evaluation index，and the extraction process was optimized using the response surface methodology. The results showed that the optimal enzymatic extraction conditions were as follows： α-amylase with an enzyme concentration of 7.3%，a liquid/solid ratio of 30 mL/g，and an enzymatic hydrolysis time of 1.2 h. After enzymatic hydrolysis，a secondary water extraction was performed，and the optimal conditions were as follows： a liquid/solid ratio of 27 mL/g，an extraction temperature of 89 ℃，and an extraction time of 1.3 h. Under these conditions，the total ginsenosides extraction yield reached 16.61%. Since it is stable，simple，and efficient，this method has significantly improved the extraction yield and avoided the waste of resources. It partially fills a gap in the extraction process of total ginsenosides from the fibrous roots of American ginseng and provides a reference for further purification，refinement，and activity studies of total ginsenosides.

Combined fingerprinting and comprehensive assessment of activity techniques were used in this study to determine the quality control of Jingfang granules. Separation was performed using an Agilent TC-C18 chromatographic column （4.6 mm×250 mm，5 μm），gradient elution performed using an acetonitrile-0.8% formic acid aqueous solution，and ESI-TOF/mass spectrometer was used for analysis. The chemical constituents of Jingfang granules were identified through the precise molecular weight information of the parent and daughter ions of compounds and by consulting references. Molecular docking was used to examine the bonding ability of the following five chemical componentsto neuraminidase （NA）： prim-O-glucosylcimifugin （POG），ferulic acid，hesperidin，naringin，and sec-O-glucosylhamaudol （SOGH）. The antioxidant activity of the five components was evaluated by an ABTS free radical scavenging in vitro experiment. Fingerprinting and quantitative assay were used to evaluate the quality of Jingfang granules. From the results，twenty-four chemical components were identified within the Jingfang granules. Molecular docking results revealed the high binding capacity of NA to POG，ferulic acid，naringin，and SOGH，with a minimum recorded binding energy of <-5 kcal/mol. Free radical scavenging in vitro experiments revealed that all the five components exhibited certain antioxidant activities. The compositional similarity of different batches of Jingfang granules was found to be relatively close，but there were some differences in the content of the five components，which may be attributed to differences in the sources of Chinese herbal medicines.This study provides methodological and conceptual support for overall quality evaluation studies of Jingfang granules.

The extraction rate of organic acid components was used as an indicator to investigate the effects of extraction process parameters, namely, extraction temperature, extraction time, solid-liquid ratio, and particle size on the extraction results using the water extraction method. A response surface model was established using a Box-Behnken design to optimize the extraction process parameters for organic acid components from Lonicera japonica Thunb. with temperature, time, and solid-liquid ratio as factors. Results show that the optimal extraction process for organic acid components from Lonicera japonica Thunb. comprise an extraction temperature of 72 ℃, an extraction time of 90 min, and a solid-liquid ratio of 1 g∶40 mL. Under these conditions, the extraction rate of organic acid components can reach 5.16% with a relative error of 0.96% compared to the theoretical value.

The chemical compositions of Dioscorea spongiosa were investigated using macroporous resin, MCI column chromatography, gel column chromatography and preparative liquid chromatography. The structures of the isolated compounds were identified by ¹H-NMR, ¹³C-NMR, ESI-MS. Ten compounds were isolated from Dioscorea spongiosa, which were identified as three aromatic compounds: diosniponol C (1), 3,5-dihydroxy-4,4'-dimethoxybibenzyl (9), P-hydroxyphenyl butanone (10);two saponin analogues: methyl protodioscin (2), protogracillin (6); three diarylheptanoids: (3R,5R)-3,5-dihydroxy-1,7-bis-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-heptane 3-O-β-D-glucopyranoside (3), (3R,5R)-3,5-dihydroxy-1,7-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)heptane 3-O-β-D-glucopyranoside (4), (3R,5R)-3,5-dihydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-7-(4-hydroxyphenyl)heptane 3-β-D-glucopyranoside (5); one alkaloid: cyclo(l-Pro-l-Leu)(7); one sterols: β-sitosterol(8), of which compounds (3~5),(7),(9) were isolated from Dioscorea spongiosa for the first time. In this study, the chemical constituents of 70% ethanol extract of Dioscorea spongiosa were systematically isolated, which enriched the chemical composition and laid the foundation for the comprehensive development of Dioscorea spongiosa.

In this study, an imine-linked molecularly imprinted covalent organic framework (MCOF) was successfully prepared using chlorogenic acids as the template. Adsorption isotherm, adsorption kinetics, and selective recognition capacity were utilized to assess the performance of the MCOF and its non-imprinted counterpart, the covalent organic framework (NCOF). MCOF exhibited good site accessibility, taking 15 min to attain 97.1% of the maximum adsorbing capacity. Compared with the selective adsorption capacity of the NCOF to the analogs of chlorogenic acids, the MCOF showed higher selectivity to a family of related molecules with a structure similar to that of chlorogenic acids. This study shows that the MCOF provides an innovative opportunity to develop a highly selective material for the extraction and separation of a family of molecules from a high polarity medium.

A comprehensive quantitative model that evaluates Ganoderma lucidum as a medicinal material was established based on polysaccharides and entropy-weighted technique for order preference by similarity to ideal solution(TOPSIS) to provide a reference for the quality evaluation of G. lucidum as a medicinal material and selecting the best batches. Initially, the yield, sugar composition, total sugar content, protein content, and uronic acid content of crude polysaccharides were determined formultiple batches of G. lucidum medicinal materials from the same origin. Subsequently, the data were nondimensionalized. Finally, entropy-weighted TOPSIS was used to comprehensively evaluate the quality of G.lucidum polysaccharides from different batches to establish the optimal standard. The yield, component content detection, and cluster heat map analysis of the polysaccharides showed that the polysaccharide yield and the total sugar and uronic acid content of G. lucidum medicinal materials from different batches varied significantly, whereas differences in the sugar composition and protein content were relatively minor. Polysaccharide yield and intrinsic indicators of the G. lucidum medicinal materials were not related to their origin. Entropy weight analysis showed that the polysaccharide yield weight coefficient was the largest at 23.68%, followed by total sugar at 21.35% and uronic acid content at 13.24%. The TOPSIS ranking and grouping results showed that cultivated G. lucidum fruiting bodies and red G. lucidum polysaccharides had better comprehensive scores. The quality of G. lucidum medicinal materials differ widely among different batches from the same origin. Entropy-weighted TOPSIS based on multi-index comprehensive evaluation achieved rapid, efficient, and accurate optimization of the source for G. lucidum polysaccharide extractasa medicinal material and has broad application prospects in production and comprehensive quality evaluation. This study provides a reference for the quality evaluation of other Chinese medicinal and decoction materials.

Cell membrane chromatography/ultrahigh-phase liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (CMC/UPLC-MS) was used to screen the active ingredients, i.e., peptides, in the traditional Chinese medicine tablet Cervi cornus Colla, and the obtained spectra were analyzed using Maxquant software, Perseus software, and Uniprot database. Structures of these peptides were identified using Protein Data Bank, and their molecular properties such as their biological activity, adverse reactions, relative molecular mass, isoelectric point, and stability index were predicted using a bioinformatics platform. With an activity probability of 0.09, the peptides were identified as nontoxic, nonhemolytic, sensitizing, and highly hydrophilic, with a relative molecular mass of 1 541.68, a peptide chain length of 14, an isoelectric point of 3.92, and an instability index of 34.39.This method provides a feasible research approach for rapidly screening and identifying active ingredients(e.g., peptides and proteins) that exhibit pharmacological effects.

To develop an ultra-performance liquid chromatograpy-quadrupole electrostatic field orbitrap high-resolution mass spectrometry(UHPLC-Q-Exactive Orbitrap-MS)method for characterization and identification of chemical constituents in Sedum sarmentosum Bung.The separation was performed using a Phenomenex Kinetex C₁₈ column(2.1 mm×100 mm, 2.6 μm) with a mobile phase comprising acetonitrile and water containing 0.1% formic acid via gradient elution at a flow rate of 0.3 mL/min;the injection volume was 3.0 μL.Mass spectrometry was performed in positive and negative ionization modes with electrospray ionization. The chemical constituents were characterized and identified based on retention time, precise molecular weight, fragment ions,and comparison with the reference substances.The results of this study showed that 53 compounds were characterized and identified in Sedum sarmentosum Bung, including 25 flavonoids, 12 megastigmanes,11 organic acids,3 alkaloids and 2 other compounds.Five of these compounds were identified via comparison with reference compounds, and three compounds may have not been reported from Sedum sarmentosum Bung.The UHPLC-Q-Exactive Orbitrap-MS method proposed in this study can rapidly and comprehensively characterize the chemical constituents in Sedum sarmentosum Bung and provide a reference basis for the research on quality control and atherapeutic material basis of Sedum sarmentosum Bung.

To improve the clarity and stability of Xiaojianzhong mixture, the activated charcoal impurity removal process was selected to purify Xiaojianzhong mixture. The orthogonal test evaluation method was used; the evaluation factors were the amount of activated charcoal, boiling time, and the temperature of the solution during charcoal removal. Furthermore, the transfer rates of paeoniflorin and dry matter were used as evaluation indicators. Variance and visual analyses as well as accelerated stability tests were conducted to optimize the activated charcoal purification process for Xiaojianzhong mixture.In order to carry out these above experiments, three batches of Xiaojianzhong mixture preparations were produced for long-term stability testing. Results showed that the optimal parameters for the activated charcoal boiling purification process of Xiaojianzhong mixture preparations were 0.4% activated charcoal usage, 30 min of activated charcoal boiling time, and a liquid temperature of 100 ℃ during filtration. The average transfer rates of paeoniflorin and dry matter in expanded production under these process conditions were 75.24% and 89.08%, respectively. The optimal activated charcoal boiling purification process obtained from this test can ensure the clarity and stability of Xiaojianzhong mixture preparations while maximizing the retention of paeoniflorin and dry matter, thereby ensuring stable and uniform drug efficacy. This study provides a scientific and reasonable basis forclarifying and optimizing the parameters of the activated charcoal boiling purification process for Xiaojianzhong mixture.

There is currently an unmet need to improve disease prevention and control in Salvia miltiorrhiza. Here, we reviewed the literature as well as visited and surveyed multiple planting sitesand agricultural management units in Shandong’s main production areas, such as Jinan and Linyi,to investigate and summarize the common diseases, incidence patterns, medication types, and pesticide residue status of S.miltiorrhiza, which may also provide foundational data to aid in S. miltiorrhiza production.The findings showed 10 common diseases in S.miltiorrhiza, and a total of 20 categories and 43 types of pesticides, including biopesticides and compound formulations, were used in its management. The varieties of pesticides used were all in compliance with drug use regulations, but issues, such as the lack of pesticide registration,lack of guidance on prevention and control technology, and insufficient promotion of biological control, were found. This article aims to provide a basis for the scientific prevention and control of S. miltiorrhiza diseases, and to promote the green and sustainable development of the S. miltiorrhiza industry.

To establish a method for the qualitative and quantitative assay of Huanglian Hupo Qingxin pills and provide abasis for the subsequent establishment of quality standards, the six ingredients in the formula (Aquilariae Lignum Resinatum, Fructus Choerospondiatis, Terminalia Chebula, CoptidisRhizoma, Flos Gossampini, and Semen Myristicae)were identified through microscopical observation. Thin-layer chromatography was used to identify Terminalia Chebula. Berberine hydrochloride concentration was assessed using high-performance liquid chromatography.Microscopical and thin-layer identifications of Huanglian Hupo Qingxin pills were conducted,which revealed a berberine hydrochloride concentration of 0.018 0~0.902 0 mg/mL,exhibiting a good linear relationship. The assay method was found to bescientific, sensitive, and reproducible, with relative standard deviations(RSDs)for precision, stability, and reproducibility tests all below 3.0%. The average recovery rate from spike-and-recovery testing was 101.29%, with an RSD of 2.30%.The established quality standardis simple and reproducible and can be used for studying the quality standards of Huanglian Hupo Qingxin pills.

Identifying potential antiepileptic active ingredients in Rhizoma Gastrodiae is of immense significance for the prevention and treatment of epilepsy. In this study, we used a larval zebrafish epilepsy model to evaluate the antiepileptic activity of Rhizoma Gastrodiae from two different regions. In addition, we employed metabolomics technology based on liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry/QE plus to detect the ingredients in Rhizoma Gastrodiae and performed pattern analysis to identify key differential metabolites. The metabolites were further identified using primary and secondary mass spectrometry data and literature references. This step was followed by the confirmation of their antiepileptic activity using the zebrafish epilepsy model. The results showed that nine extracts of Rhizoma Gastrodiae significantly reduced the number of whirls in zebrafish, and significant differences in antiepileptic activity were observed between the Rhizoma Gastrodiae samples from the two regions (P<0.05). Metabolomics and pattern analysis identified six important differential metabolites (Parishin E, Gastrodin, Parishin C, Parishin D, N6-p-hydroxybenzyl adenosine, and 4,4'-dihydroxydibenzyl ether). Activity verification results showed that Parishin E, Gastrodin, and N6-p-hydroxybenzyl adenosine significantly inhibited zebrafish epilepsy-like behavior. This study utilized the zebrafish model and metabolomics to identify and determine several active antiepileptic ingredients in Rhizoma Gastrodiae. Of these, Parishin E and N6- p-hydroxybenzyl adenosine were reported for the first time to exhibit antiepileptic activity, thereby serving as a valuable reference for further research on the antiepileptic effects of Rhizoma Gastrodiae.

To study the constituents of the leaves of Dysoxylum gotadhora, the 70% ethanol extract was separated using macroporous resin column chromatography, silica gel column chromatography, Sephadex LH-20 gel column chromatography, combined with semi-preparative HPLC and other methods. Four compounds 4,4'-dihydroxy-3,3',5,5'-trtramethoxy-7,9':7',9-diepoxylignane (1), 4'-hydroxy-3,4,5,3'-trtramethoxy-7,9':7',9-diepoxylignane (2), 4',4″-dihydroxy-3,3',3″,5,5',5″ -hexamethoxy-7,9':7',9-diepoxy-4,8″-oxy-8,8'-sesquineolignan-7″,9″-diol (3), 4',4″-dihydroxy-3,3',3″,5,5'-pentamethoxy-7,9':7',9-diepoxy-4,8″-oxy-8,8'-sesquineo lignan -7″,9″-diol (4) were isolated. Their structures were established by ¹H NMR, ¹³C NMR and MS spectroscopy techniques. Compounds 1 to 4 were obtained from the genus Dysoxylum for the first time. DPPH(1,1-diphenyl-2-picryhydrazyl radical 2,2-diphenyl-1-(2,4,6-trinitrophenyl)hydrazyl) radical scavenging rate were used to determine the antioxidant activity. The results show that lignans have significant DPPH free radical scavenging ability.

Hyperuricemia (HUA) is a metabolic disorder caused by the physiologic disorders in purine metabolism, resulting in increased serum uric acid levels, which can lead to gout in severe cases. HUA pathogenesis primarily involves enzyme dysfunction, urate transporter expression dysregulation, glucose and lipid metabolism disorders, and intestinal homeostasis disruption. Numerous studies have reported the effectiveness of natural polyphenols in alleviating hyperuricemia and gout. This article summarizes HUA pathogenesis and the mechanisms of action of polyphenolic compounds in reducing uric acid, to provide a theoretical basis for the research and development of uric acid-lowering drugs.

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease characterized by persistent mucosal inflammation.Scutellaria baicalensis (also known as Huangqin), as a common traditional Chinese medicines used in clinical practice, is known for its efficacy at clearing internal heat,eliminating dampness, purging fire,eliminating toxins, stopping bleeding, and calming fetal activity. Its formulations, including Huangqin Decoction, Peony Decoction, and Pueraria, Scutellaria, and Coptis Decoction, are often used to treat damp-heat UC. Studies have shown that S. baicalensis and its active ingredients play an important role in protecting the intestinal mucosa, and have anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects. This study reviews the mechanism of action of S. baicalensisand its active ingredients (baicalin,baicalein,oroxindin, wogonin, Scutellaria baicalensis polysaccharide, etc.) in the treatment of UC in recent years, including the protection and repair of the intestinal mucosal barrier, the active ingredients anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties, effects against antioxidative stress, and regulation of intestinal flora, to provide a reference for targeted clinical treatment of UC and drug development.

To understand the current distribution status of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) resources in Gangcheng District, Jinan City, Shandong Province, in accordance with the unified requirements of the fourth national survey of TCM resources, the distribution of wild medicinal plant resources, and cultivation of TCM in Gangcheng District were investigated and sorted out through processes including field investigation, internal industry organization, and data analysis. The results showed that there are 180 species of wild resources in Gangcheng District, belonging to 65 families and 151 genera. Among them, the dominant families include Asteraceae, Leguminosae, and Cruciferae, among others. The reserves of wild Phytolacca, Rubia, and Leonurus are relatively large, and 69 species of wild resources are included in the 2020 edition of the Chinese Pharmacopoeia; Cultivar include Salvia miltiorrhiza Bge., Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi, Crataegus pinnatifida Bge., Zanthoxylum bungeanum Maxim., Lonicera japonica Thunb., and Zingiber officinale Roscoe, among which Salvia miltiorrhiza Bge. is a geographical indication resource. This resource survey provides a comprehensive understanding of the types and distribution of wild medicinal plant resources in Gangcheng District, providing a scientific basis for the development and utilization of regional TCM resources and the sustainable development of the TCM industry.

The survey of wild medicinal resources in Weining County, Guizhou Province was conducted using the sample plot and line transect methods, and the diversity and comprehensive value of the resources were analyzed based on the literature. The survey results showed that there are 130 families, 392 genera, and 658 species of wild medicinal plants in Weining County, mainly composed of dominant families such as Compositae, large families such as Polypodiaceae, and medium-sized families such as Pinaceae. It was found that perennial herbaceous plants are the most abundant, with their main medicinal parts being roots and rhizomes, as well as whole grasses. There were 17 families, 21 genera, and 22 species with reserves, including 11 species with high comprehensive value, such as Semiaquilegia adoxoides (DC.) Makino and Tinospora sagittata (Oliv.) Gagnep., indicating that the diversity of wild medicinal plant resources and overall comprehensive value is rich, and the wild medicinal plant resources are mainly cold and flat medicinal materials in Weining County. Targeted development, utilization, and research can be conducted on cold and balanced medicinal plant resources in Weining County, to strengthen the protection of wild medicinal plant resources with high comprehensive value and provide a basis for the sustainable development and utilization of traditional Chinese medicine resources in the county.

Based on the component-antioxidant correlation model, the differences in the content of active components and the antioxidant function of different solvent extracts from artichoke bud were explored. Artichoke bud was extracted with water, 70% methanol, 70% ethanol, and 70% acetone. Total polyphenol and flavonoid contents were compared in the various extracts. The 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), 2,2'-azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) (ABTS) cation scavenging capacity and the total reduction capacity were used to evaluate their antioxidant activity. The correlation between the main active ingredients and antioxidant capacity of different extracts from artichoke bud was comprehensively analyzed. The results showed that the levels of total polyphenols and total flavonoids in 70% ethanol extract were the highest, which were (9.14±0.12) mg/g and (13.46±0.42) mg/g, respectively. The extract with 70% methanol has the strongest antioxidant capacity. The IC₅₀ values of scavenging DPPH and ABTS⁺ were 0.43 mg/mL and 0.10 mg/mL, respectively. Additionally, when the reducing capacity was 0.5, the mass concentration (A_0.5) of the extract was 6.42 mg/mL. The results of correlation analysis showed that the level of total polyphenols and total flavonoids were significantly correlated with the DPPH and ABTS⁺ scavenging capacity (P<0.01). The extract with 70% methanol was rich in polyphenols and flavonoids and possessed the strongest antioxidant capacity, which can provide a certain theoretical basis for further development and utilization of artichoke resources.

Analysis of changes in volatile components during the stir-frying process of Arecae Semen can provide references for quality control of raw and stir-fried Arecae Semen. The content of volatile components in Arecae Semen at different stir-frying times was analyzed via gas chromatography-ion mobility spectrometry (GC-IMS), and chemometrics was applied to screen differential components. Thirty-one volatile components were identified in the Arecae Semen, including aldehydes, esters, organic acids, and ketones. The level of volatile components significantly changed after stir-frying. The results of chemometrics showed that the changes in the level of dimethyl trisulfide, isovaleraldehyde, and ethyl acetate were significant. Based on GC-IMS and chemometrics, the changes in volatile components during the stir-frying process of Arecae Semen were well described, and provided a basis for identification and quality control of Arecae Semen stir-fried for different times.

In order to provide basic data for the protection and sustainable utilization of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) resources in Shizhong District, Jinan, Shandong Province, the species composition and distribution of wild TCM resources, the reserves of key medicinal materials, and the situation of cultivated medicinal materials in Shizhong District of Jinan were sorted out and analyzed by field resource investigation, specimen collection, cultivated medicinal materials investigation, data summary, and analysis. According to the investigation of 36 plots and 1 080 prescriptions, 206 kinds of TCM resources were collected, belonging to 64 families and 162 genera. Among them, the major wild medicinal materials, such as platyclus, cypress seed, and sour jujube seed, were abundant, and the cultivated medicinal materials were mainly Salvia miltiorrhiza Bge., Polygonum multijiorum Thunb., Platycodon grandiflorum (Jacq.) A. DC., and Lonicera japonica Thunb. Those are important measures to strengthen the protection of wild TCM resources, that strengthen the protection of wild TCM resources,guide the classification of TCM resources by regionalization, and carry out ecological planting of cultivated TCM and intercropping.

Herein, metabolites in plasma, urine and feces of rats were analyzed after oral administration of rutin and the metabolic pathway of rutin was evaluated. After intragastric administration of 250 mg/kg rutin, plasma, urine, and feces were collected and treated via solid phase extraction. Ultra-high performance liquid chromatography-Q Exactive hybrid quadrupole-orbitrapmass spectrometry (UPLC-Q-Orbitrap MS) was used with 0.05% formic acid water (A)-0.05% formic acid acetonitrile (B) as mobile phase gradient elution. The sample data were collected in positive- and negative-ion modes. The metabolites and metabolic pathway of rutin in rats were determined via high resolution extraction ion chromatography in the parallel reaction monitoring mode, combined with chromatographic retention time, accurate mass measurement and diagnostic ions.Twenty-nine rutin metabolites were detected and identified in positive and negative ion modes,and their main metabolic pathways were methylation, glucuronidation, sulfation and their compound reaction. The study provided the overall metabolic profile of rutin, which will provide a reference for further pharmacodynamic evaluation, development, and utilization in the future and offer a comprehensive research method for drug metabolism identification.

The aim of this study was to investigate the mechanism of action of Sanhuang Xiexin Decoction in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease (AD) using a network pharmacology approach. The active ingredients and targets of the Sanhuang Xiexin decoction were examined and screened using the systematic pharmacology database and the analysis platform of traditional Chinese medicine. AD-related targets were retrieved and screened through Gene Cards database, and drug and disease intersection targets were obtained through through Venn diagram.The STRING database was used to obtain the network information of protein-protein interaction (PPI). The Cytoscape was used to construct drugs-active ingredients-target-disease network and PPI,and DAVID database was used to analyze common targets in gene ontology (GO) and Kyoto encyclopedia of genes and genomes (KEGG). Furthermore, the Sybyl-x 2.1.1 software was used for molecular docking validation. The screening yielded 47 active ingredients and 71 related targets. Herein,the main active ingredients were quercetin, β-sitosterol, wogonin, baicalein, rivularin, and moslosooflavone; and the core targets were IL-6,TNF,IL-1β,VEGFA,TP53.The GO function enrichment analysis predominantly involved biological processes including drug response, hypoxia response, positive regulation of cell migration,and positive regulation of nitric oxide biosynthesis.KEGG analysis mainly involved pathways such as cancer pathways, HIF-1 signaling pathways, and TNF signaling pathways.Molecular docking results showed the presence of a relatively strong binding ability between the core target and the core compounds, such as β-sitosterol and rivularin.This study preliminarily explained that the Sanhuang Xiexin Decoction can interfere with AD by modulating HIF-1, TNF, and other signaling pathways, thereby inhibiting Aβ aggregation and tau phosphorylation, blocking acetylcholinesterase activation, and suppressing inflammation.

This study aimed to devise a methodology for the simultaneous determination of the contents of nine primary components in Lonicerae japonicae flos through ultra-performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (UPLC-MS/MS). The chemometric analysis of the nine primary components was performed via negative ion scanning. Further, chromatographic separation was performed on a Thermo Hypersil GOLD column at a temperature of 35 ℃. The mobile phase comprised methanol and water containing 0.2% formic acid, as determined through the cluster thermogram and principal component analyses of Lonicerae japonicae flos. The peak areas with concentrations of nine components exhibited a good linear relationship (R²>0.999 1), and the intraday (0.96%~2.26%) and interday (0.52%~3.04%) precisions and stability values (0.85%~2.15%) agreed well with relative standard deviation (RSD). The recovery rate was between 96.77% and 101.94%, and the RSD was between 2.48% and 4.01%. The results of the chemometric, hierarchical cluster, and principal component analyses revealed that there were considerable differences in the contents of the active ingredients of Lonicerae Japonicae Flos from various regions, and 3-O-caffeoylquinic acid and 3,5-dicaffeoylquinic acid were considered as the dominant compounds. UPLC-MS/MS quantitative and chemometric analyses of Lonicerae Japonicae Flos performed herein may provide a reference for the modernization of and innovative research on the effective ingredients of Lonicerae Japonicae Flos and related quantity effect relations as well as the quality control of related products.

To explore the effect of different slicing methods on the drying characteristics of Salviae Miltiorrhizae Radix Et Rhizoma, the hot air drying at 40 ℃ and traditional air drying at room temperature were performed and the results were compared. Furthermore, the effect of different slicing methods (circular cutting and 45° oblique cutting) and slice thickness (2, 4, and 6 mm) on the drying characteristics of Salviae Miltiorrhizae Radix Et Rhizoma were investigated. Several water-loss kinetic models were adopted to quantitatively describe the drying characteristics. Results showed that the drying was mainly a falling rate period. The drying rate decreased with the decrease of the moisture content of the dry basis. Furthermore, the larger the slice thickness, the lower the drying rate and the longer the drying time. According to statistical parameters, the Page model predicted and described the drying process more accurately than others. The predicted value of the model was in good agreement with the experimental value, and it could well describe the drying process for different slicing methods. The research provides a guidance for further investigating Salviae Miltiorrhizae Radix Et Rhizoma.

The study aimed to conduct a comprehensive study on the quality requirements for Knoxiae Radix processed with vinegar and to offer technical support for the formulation of the standard of Shandong Province Chinese herbal medicine processing specification. On the basis of the quality standard of vinegar-processed Knoxiae Radix in Shandong Province Chinese herbal medicine processing specification (2012), 29 batches of Knoxiae Radix samples were collected. Following vinegar processing, the parameters including characteristics, moisture, total ash, acid insoluble ash, alcohol soluble extract content, microscopic, and thin layer and content determination were systematically studied and analyzed and the relevant limits were formulated. The project was established on the basis of the current quality standard, in which the microscopic identification, and the lucidin content determination were added, and the extractum item were revised when compared with current quality standard. This study established the Knoxiae Radix quality control index after vinegar processing. The established method of quality control is simple, reproducible, and accurate which can be used for quality control of vinegar-processed Knoxiae Radix.

The mathematical formula for calculating the value of the feeding standard was developed, and the mode of quality risk management in traditional Chinese medicine preparations was constructed. The contents of peucedane A and peucedane B in three preparations containing Peucedani Radix (eight batches from four manufacturers) were determined using high-performance liquid chromatography; the feeding standard values were calculated; and the quality risks of the preparations were evaluated. The quality risks of preparations were divided into four categories based on the value of the feeding standard, allowing for an effective evaluation of the risks of preparations. The established method can be used to evaluate the standardization of preparation feeding and detect quality risks in real time, providing a decision-making basis for risk classification management.

This study aimed to provide a basis for the evaluation of germplasm resources, variety classification and identification, and selection of excellent varieties for Lonicera japonica based on submicroscopic structure characteristics of pollen grains. Optical microscope and scanning electron microscope were used to classify and identify the plants, stems, leaves, flowers, pollens, and outer ornamentations of L. japonica varieties. The data were analyzed using statistical product and service solutions(SPSS). There were certain differences in the morphological traits, pollen shapes, germinal apertures, and outer ornamentations of the eight L. japonica varieties. The stem and crown of the Sijihua plants were obvious, and the Beihua No.1 plants were bush-like. The buds of L. japonica No. 24 were sparsely pubescent. The pollen grains were spheres, with dense thorn-like ornamentations on the outer wall. The pollen grains of Beihua No.1 and Sijihua were triangular spheres, with dense, thick, thorn-like ornamentations on the outer wall. The stems, branches, and buds of Damaohua had dense, long pubescence. The buds of L. japonica No. 16 were densely covered, with glandular hairs and acicular hairs. The pollen grains of L. japonica No. 1, L. japonica No. 15, and L. japonica No. 23 were blunt triangular spheres or spheroids, with sparse, thorn-like ornamentations on the outer wall. The morphological characteristics of the pollen grains of L. japonica varieties provide a palynological basis for variety classification and identification.

To study the pilot-scale purification process and bacteriostatic effect of hypocrellin during the pilot-scale production, we extracted hypocrellin using different solvents and extraction methods. Then, we investigated the purification effects of the hypocrellin using salting-out, physical cooling, and ultrafiltration methods. The results showed that the amount of hypocrellin extracted using the jet pulverization method could reach up to 21.4 mg/g, and its density could exceed 90% after its purification via ultrafiltration. The analysis of the bacteriostatic activity of hypocrellin showed that it had good thermal stability and inhibitory effects against Escherichia coli and Candida albicans. We found that hypocrellin has natural antibacterial properties and good thermal stability, is easy to extract and purify, and can be used as a bacteriostatic drug in medicine and other applications.

In this study, we have developed a novel method for the simultaneous determination of calycosin 7-O-glucoside, hesperidin, and ammonium glycyrrhizinate in Buzhongyiqi Pills based on UPLC-Q/Orbitrap HRMS using Hypersil Gold C₁₈ chromatographic column. The gradient mobile phase comprised acetonile as well as water containing 0.1% formic acid. The flow rate, column temperature, and injection volume were 0.4 mL/min, 40 ℃, and 1 μL, respectively. Mass spectrometer was operated using an electrospray ionization source in the positive ion mode for detection. The scan range was 100~1 500 m/z. Quantification was performed by extracting the accurate mass of the target compounds.The linear ranges of calycosin 7-O-glucoside,hesperidin, ammonium glycyrrhizinate were 0.089 1~1.425 0 μg/mL,0.098 4~12.600 0 μg/mL, and 7.425 0~29.700 0 μg/mL (r≥0.999 3), respectively. Furthermore, the limits of detection were 5.57 ng/mL, 4.10 ng/mL, and 5.80 ng/mL, respectively, while the limits of quantitation were 22.26 ng/mL, 12.30 ng/mL, and 23.20 ng/mL, respectively. The results demonstrated good precision, repeatability, and sample stability. Spike recoveries were 91%~105%(δ_RSD≤5.0%,n=6). This method is simple, accurate, and highly sensitive, which is suitable for the simultaneous determination of calycosin 7-O-glucoside, hesperidin, and ammonium glycyrrhizinate in Buzhongyiqi Pills.

Six polyphenolic compounds were separated and extracted from Taraxaci Herba through a combination of pH-zone-refining counter-current chromatography (pH-ZRCCC) and high-speed counter-current chromatography (HSCCC). In pH-ZRCCC,ethyl acetate-acetonitrile-water (4:1:5, V/V) was selected as the solvent system, trifluoroacetic acid (10 mmol/L) was added to the upper phase as the stationary phase, and ammonia (10 mmol/L) was added to the lower phase as the mobile phase. Caffeic acid (60.2 mg with a purity of 98.1%), p-hydroxycinnamic acid (6.3 mg with a purity of 98.8%), and mixture A (590 mg) were separated from 1.6 g of crude ethyl acetate extract of Herba Taraxaci. After further using HSCCC, petroleumether-ethyl acetate-methanol-water (1:4:1:4, V/V) was selected as the solvent system.Consequently, 1-O-caffeoylglycerol (7.7 mg with a purity of 82.2%), 3,4-dihydroxyphenylacetic acid (5.4 mgwith a purity of 24.8%), protocatechuic acid (6.2mg with a purity of 95.3%) and p-hydroxyphenylacetic acid (3.4 mgwith a purity of 89.0%) were obtained from 400 mg of mixture A.The method has a large preparation volume and good reproducibility, and is suitable for the separation and purification of Taraxaci Herba polyphenol compounds.

The study’s aim was to obtain Ginkgo biloba extract with a high mass fraction of total flavonoids. On the basis of single-factor test, the sample concentration, ethanol volume fraction, eluate volume, and elution flow rate were used as the investigation factors and the mass fraction and yield of total flavonoids extracted from G. biloba were used as the investigation indicators. Box-Behnken design (BBD) and response surface method were used to optimize the column chromatography process for purifying the total flavonoids extracted from G. biloba. Optimal purification was achieved by using a sample concentration of 3.1 mg/mL, ethanol volume fraction of 71%, eluate volume of 2 BV (BV is the column void volume), and elution flow rate of 2 BV/h. Under the optimal conditions, three batches of verification experiments were conducted. The average mass fraction of total flavonoids in the G. biloba extract reached 35.77%, and the yield was 93.30%. The mass fraction of total lactones in the G. biloba extract reached the standards of The Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China. Using BBD and response surface method for optimizing the column chromatography process for the purification of total flavonoids is scientific, reasonable, and feasible.This study can be used as a reference for the industrial production of total flavonoids.

To determine the most optimal extraction process for angelica volatile oil and its antioxidant activity. In this experiment, authentic Angelica sinensis was used as the test material and the single factor and response surface analysis methods were adopted. The particle size of angelica granules, water addition ratio, and extraction time were investigated. In addition, volatile oil yield was evaluated, and the volatile oil extraction process was optimized. Under the conditions of this process, the volatile oil of A. sinensis was extracted, and the antioxidant activity of the volatile oil was determined based on the DPPH free radical scavenging rate. The results showed that the optimum process parameters were particle size of 24 mesh, water addition ratio of 6, and extraction time of 7 h. Under these conditions, the extraction rate of volatile oil from A. sinensis was high.The antioxidant assay showed that when the concentration of A. sinensis volatile oil was 1.2 mg/mL, the DPPH radical scavenging rate was 51.9%. The process optimized by the single factor and response surface model was stable, and the extraction rate of the volatile oil was high. The volatile oil produced under these conditions had good antioxidant activity, which can provide scientific and rational guidance for clarifying and optimizing the process parameters for extracting A. sinensis volatile oil.