Naslov
Lipoxygenase Inhibition by Plant Extracts

Autori
Lončarić, Melita ; Strelec, Ivica ; Moslavac, Tihomir ; Šubarić, Drago ; Pavić, Valentina ; Molnar, Maja

Izvornik
Biomolecules (2218-273X) 11 (2021), 2; 152, 17

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
lipoxygenase ; plant extracts ; polyphenols

Sažetak
Lipoxygenases are widespread enzymes that catalyze oxidation of polyunsaturated fatty acids (linoleic, linolenic, and arachidonic acid) to produce hydroperoxides. Lipoxygenase reactions can be desirable, but also lipoxygenases can react in undesirable ways. Most of the products of lipoxygenase reactions are aromatic compounds that can affect food properties, especially during long-term storage. Lipoxygenase action on unsaturated fatty acids could result in off- flavor/off-odor development, causing food spoilage. In addition, lipoxygenases are present in the human body and play an important role in stimulation of inflammatory reactions. Inflammation is linked to many diseases, such as cancer, stroke, and cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. This review summarized recent research on plant families and species that can inhibit lipoxygenase activity.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Kemija, Biologija, Biotehnologija, Prehrambena tehnologija

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