Naringenin, a predominant flavanone found in Citrus reticulata Blanco, exhibits strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities. It also demonstrates anti-dengue virus (DENV) activity. Research indicates Naringenin can inhibit proliferation of HepG2 cells by inducing G0/G1 and G2/M phase accumulation and apoptosis. It also reduces viability of A431 cells and has shown potential to reduce plasma and liver triglycerides, cholesterol, and adiposity.
- Displays strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities.
- Exhibits anti-dengue virus (DENV) activity.
- Inhibits HepG2 cell proliferation.
- Induces G0/G1 and G2/M phase accumulation.
- Reduces A431 cell viability.
- Reduces plasma and liver triglycerides and cholesterol.
- Increases hepatic PPARα protein expression.
- Inhibits TNF-α-induced VSMC proliferation.