| abstract |
Included herein are plant-derived extracts and/or fractions thereof, compositions and methods comprising the same, in protecting tissues from damage caused by toxins. More specifically, a polar solvent extract and/or Inula plant (e.g., Inula) that protects tissues including epithelial cells from the adverse effects of toxins, in particular exogenous toxins derived from environmental pollution. helenium )) and methods and uses thereof are included herein. |