Withanolides

Goldenberries with papery husks in a bowl

Withanolides naturally occurring steroid. 

Withanolides compounds demonstrate potent anti-inflammatory activity and Anticancer

Withanolides is the main active compound found in ashwagandha.

Withanolides Foods

Fruit: Golden Berries have withanolides

Physalis peruviana, cape gooseberry or goldenberry.

Physalis peruviana (Solanaceae) is a part of the nightshade family.

Withanolides Research

Withanolides derived from Physalis peruviana (Poha) with potential anti-inflammatory activity

Potential Anticancer Properties and Mechanisms of Action of Withanolides

Natural Withanolides in the Treatment of Chronic Diseases

Tackling Chronic Inflammation with Withanolide Phytochemicals—A Withaferin A Perspective: Suppresses inflammatory disease  diabetes, obesity, neurodegenerative disorders, cystic fibrosis and osteoarthritis. 

A Comprehensive Review and Perspective on Anticancer Mechanisms of Withaferin A in Breast Cancer

Review on anticancerous therapeutic potential of Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal

Resources

General guidance and further reading. These links have not been checked against the individual claims on this page.

  1. NHS: The vegan diet

    Public health guidance on planning a vegan diet and getting essential nutrients.

  2. British Dietetic Association: Vegetarian, vegan and plant-based diet

    Dietitian guidance on plant-based eating. The fact sheet is currently under review by the BDA.

  3. NHS: The Eatwell Guide

    Guidance on food groups and the balance of foods across a day or week.

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