THE ANTICANCER EFFECTS OF ALHAGI (CAMELTHORN) AND CAPSICUM (PEPPER) IN HUMANS

Аннотация

Cancer remains one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide, driving extensive research into natural bioactive compounds with potential therapeutic properties. Alhagi (Camelthorn) and Capsicum (Pepper) are two medicinal plants known for their significant pharmacological activities, including anticancer effects. Alhagi species contain bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, alkaloids, and tannins, which exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, contributing to cancerprevention [1]. This review explores the molecular mechanisms through which Alhagi and Capsicum exert their anticancer effects. The impact of their bioactive compounds on different types of cancers, including colorectal, prostate, breast, and lung cancers, is discussed based on preclinical and clinical studies [2]. Keywords: Alhagi, Capsicum, capsaicin, flavonoids, apoptosis, cancer prevention, oxidative stress, inflammation.