Naslov
Medicinal Plants of the Family Lamiaceaeas Functional Foods – a Review

Autori
Carović-Stanko, Klaudija ; Petek, Marko ; Martina, Grdiša ; Pintar, Jasna ; Bedeković, Dalibor ; Herak Ćustić, Mirjana ; Šatović, Zlatko

Izvornik
Czech journal of food sciences (1212-1800) 34 (2016), 5; 377-390

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, pregledni rad, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
biological activity ; food ; herbs ; nutraceuticals

Sažetak
Historically, species of the family Lamiaceae have enjoyed a rich tradition of use for flavouring, food preservation, and medicinal purposes, due to both their curative and their preventive properties. It is well known that each species has a special, complex mixture of bioactive compounds in which each component contributes to its overall bioactivity. Their value lays in the production of a wide range of secondary metabolites with potent antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral, and anticancer activities. This review focuses on the Lamiaceae species and their secondary metabolites encompassing a wide array of beneficial functions and their applicability as sources of functional foods. It could help in addressing specific consumer needs as healthy diet is a part of the lifestyle that maintains or improves overall health.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Poljoprivreda (agronomija)

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