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Title: Algae-Derived Natural Products in Diabetes and Its Complications-Current Advances and Future Prospects
Authors: Pereira, Leonel 
Valado, Ana 
Keywords: diabetes; natural products; algae; antidiabetic; glycemic control; therapeutic potential
Issue Date: 29-Aug-2023
Publisher: MDPI
Project: UIDB/04292/2020 
UIDP/04292/2020 
LA/P/0069/2020 
Serial title, monograph or event: Life
Volume: 13
Issue: 9
Abstract: Diabetes poses a significant global health challenge, necessitating innovative therapeutic strategies. Natural products and their derivatives have emerged as promising candidates for diabetes management due to their diverse compositions and pharmacological effects. Algae, in particular, have garnered attention for their potential as a source of bioactive compounds with anti-diabetic properties. This review offers a comprehensive overview of algae-derived natural products for diabetes management, highlighting recent developments and future prospects. It underscores the pivotal role of natural products in diabetes care and delves into the diversity of algae, their bioactive constituents, and underlying mechanisms of efficacy. Noteworthy algal derivatives with substantial potential are briefly elucidated, along with their specific contributions to addressing distinct aspects of diabetes. The challenges and limitations inherent in utilizing algae for therapeutic interventions are examined, accompanied by strategic recommendations for optimizing their effectiveness. By addressing these considerations, this review aims to chart a course for future research in refining algae-based approaches. Leveraging the multifaceted pharmacological activities and chemical components of algae holds significant promise in the pursuit of novel antidiabetic treatments. Through continued research and the fine-tuning of algae-based interventions, the global diabetes burden could be mitigated, ultimately leading to enhanced patient outcomes.
URI: https://hdl.handle.net/10316/111891
ISSN: 2075-1729
DOI: 10.3390/life13091831
Rights: openAccess
Appears in Collections:I&D MARE - Artigos em Revistas Internacionais
FCTUC Ciências da Vida - Artigos em Revistas Internacionais

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