The medical potentials of earthworm extracts and opportunities in Thailand
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Earthworms medicine, Bioactive compounds, Anti-inflammatory properties摘要
Earthworms play a crucial role in the decomposition of organic matter and enhancing soil fertility. Beyond their ecological benefits, recent studies have revealed the remarkable medical potential of earthworms. Bioactive compounds extracted from earthworms, such as enzymes, peptides, and proteins, have been demonstrated to possess a range of medical properties, including anti-inflammatory effects, antimicrobial activity, wound healing, and tissue regeneration. Moreover, these compounds have shown potential in treating cancer, cardiovascular diseases, liver diseases, bone regeneration, and neuroprotection against degenerative conditions. Given these properties, earthworms represent a valuable biological resource for the development of pharmaceutical treatments and therapeutic products for a variety of conditions, ranging from infectious wounds to chronic diseases. This article aims to compile and analyze relevant research to highlight the medical applications of earthworms, while proposing future research directions revealed that could lead to the sustainable development of medical products for use in Thailand.
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