Plants synthesize two types of polysaccharides, starch and cellulose. The glycosidic bonds between glucose units in plant starch are similar to those in animal glycogen. Accordingly, starch molecules are structurally similar, forming compact coils, and play a similar role in energy storage for plants.
Spilanthes acmella. Spilanthes Acmella is a traditional medicine for toothache, fever, and as an aphrodisiac; one study in rats suggests that it may increase testosterone, but it is an understudied herb. This page features 19 unique references to scientific papers.
Theophylline is used for the treatment of various conditions associated with airway spasms. Specifically, theophylline can be used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The medication has been approved for use in both adults and children. Some possible off-label theophylline uses include the treatment of methotrexate toxicity, sleep apnea, and severe asthma attacks that do not respond to other treatments.