Researchers have synthesized complex menthyl esters and uncovered the mechanism by which they interact with the liver X receptor. Researchers developed menthyl esters with significant anti-inflammatory and anti-obesity effects, potentially offering new treatments for chronic inflammatory conditions and metabolic disorders. Recent therapeutic advances and commercial successes have often been driven by modified derivatives of natural products. Menthol, a naturally occurring cyclic monoterpene alcohol, is found in various plants, especially in mint family members like peppermint and spearmint. It is widely used in confectionery, chewing gum, and oral care products. Notably, menthol also possesses significant medicinal properties, including analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and...