Recent developments on ursolic acid and its potential biological applications
R Arulnangai, H. Asia Thabassoom, H. Vajiha Banu, K. Thirugnanasambandham, R. Ganesamoorthy
Abstract
A naturally occurring pentacyclic triterpenoid, ursolic acid (UA) has attracted a lot of interest due to its various pharmacological characteristics and its medical uses. The goal of this thorough review is to present a thorough examination of the therapeutic benefits of UA, including its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, antibacterial, and metabolic-regulating properties. We go over its origins, pharmacological characteristics, and advantages in the treatment of several illnesses, including cancer, neurological disorders, metabolic disorders, and cardiovascular diseases. We further emphasize its potential to improve exercise capacity and its growing function as an exercise mimic. UA's therapeutic potential is thoroughly explained in this review, which highlights the compound's potential as a natural remedy for several illnesses. • Discussing the occurrence of Ursolic acids (UA) and their usage in traditional herbal medicines. • Illustrating the natural source of UA and its therapeutic uses. • Highlighting the UA applications in chronic illnesses like cancer, neurological disorders, and brain activity diseases. • UA showed the potential uses in hepatoprotection, anti-inflammation, antioxidation, and combating obesity • UA has shown promise in enhancing cardiovascular health, preserving cognitive health, and improving exercise capacity.