[Natural antitumor compounds of vegetable origin]

Area of Science:

• Biochemistry
• Pharmacology
• Oncology

Context:

• The increasing need for novel cancer therapeutics.
• The potential of natural products in drug discovery.
• The limitations of current chemotherapy regimens.

Purpose:

• To review biochemical cancer chemotherapy agents derived from vegetables.
• To compile a list of plant-derived compounds with anticancer or immunostimulation activity.
• To guide the development of selective antitumor agents.

Summary:

• This review consolidates information on vegetable-derived compounds exhibiting anticancer or immunostimulatory effects.
• It covers both in vitro and in vivo research on these natural agents.
• The focus is on identifying compounds with selective toxicity towards tumor cells.

Impact:

• Provides a comprehensive resource for researchers in natural product drug discovery.
• Highlights the potential of vegetable-based compounds for developing new cancer treatments.
• Contributes to the search for more effective and less toxic chemotherapy options.