Abstract
In Asian areas, Houttuynia cordata thunb (HCT) has traditionally been utilized as medication. Recent research reveals the bioactive ingredients in HCT and tests its efficacy to counter several diseases using the HCT extract. In this article, we focus on HCT’s potency in treating inflammation, cancer, and diabetes. Collectively, the data suggests HCT can effectively reduce inflammation, promote apoptosis in cancer cells, smoothen symptoms of diabetes and increase glucose tolerance. These findings are essential for the future development of drugs targets at those disease. More research is needed to further unveil the mechanisms behind HCT pharmaceutical efficacy.
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