TNF receptor-associated factors: promising targets of natural products for the treatment of osteoporosis

Tumor necrosis factor receptor-associated factors (TRAFs) are crucial intracellular signaling proteins in bone homeostasis. TRAFs mediate pathways associated with bone remodeling, particularly in response to inflammatory stimuli, influencing osteoclast differentiation and function. Dysregulation of...

Full description

Saved in:
Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Xicheng Yang, LiLi Zhao, YinQuan Pang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-05-01
Series:Frontiers in Physiology
Subjects:
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2025.1527814/full
Tags: Add Tag
No Tags, Be the first to tag this record!
Description
Summary:Tumor necrosis factor receptor-associated factors (TRAFs) are crucial intracellular signaling proteins in bone homeostasis. TRAFs mediate pathways associated with bone remodeling, particularly in response to inflammatory stimuli, influencing osteoclast differentiation and function. Dysregulation of TRAF-mediated signaling contributes significantly to osteoporosis, a condition marked by increased bone resorption and fragility. Natural products, with their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, offer promising therapeutic potential by targeting TRAF-associated pathways to inhibit excessive osteoclast activity and promote bone formation. This review explores the mechanisms by which natural compounds modulate TRAF signaling in osteoclastogenesis and osteoblastogenesis, providing insights into their potential for osteoporosis treatment.
ISSN:1664-042X