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Investigation of the in vitro bioavailability of luteolin from modified preparations of Artemisia afra
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)
Artemisia afra (A. afra) is traditionally used for a variety of ailments and contain flavonoids e.g. luteolin which may contribute to some of its activity. It is generally administered as a tea or decoction, and such liquid ...
Aspects of the gastrointestinal uptake and metabolism of luteolin derivatives from Artemisia afra aqueous extract (preclinical)
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)
The aim of this study was to investigate the effect the plant matrix and the structure of the flavonoid (i.e. whether aglycone or glycoside) may have on the gastrointestinal uptake and metabolism of luteolin derivatives ...
Comparison of flavonoid profile and respiratory smooth muscle relaxant effects of Artemisia afra versus Leonotis leonurus
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)
Leonotis leonurus (L. leonurus) and Artemisia afra (A. afra) are two of the most commonly used medicinal plants in South Africa traditionally advocated for use in asthma. However, proper scientific studies to validate these ...
Evaluation of the pulmonary effects of the traditionally prepared Artemisia afra steam inhalation and nebulized aqueous extract and the possible involvement of flavonoid luteolin
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
Artemisia afra is a popular medicinal plant traditionally used to treat respiratory conditions such as asthma, bronchitis etc., most frequently as a steam inhalation. The effectiveness of this steam inhalation, its active ...
An evaluation of the Bronchodilator properties of Mentha longifolia and Artemisia afra, traditional medicinal plants used in the Western Cape.
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)
The overall objective of this study was to investigate the claims that Mentha longifulia (ML) and Artemisia afra (AA) have anti-asthmatic properties. To realize this objective we were to determine the effects that the ...