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Characterization of new phenolic derivatives in Portuguese propolis by electrospray mass spectroscopy

Author(s): Falcão, Soraia ; Vilas-Boas, Miguel ; Freire, Cristina ; Domingues, Maria R.M. ; Cardoso, Susana M.

Date: 2009

Persistent ID: http://hdl.handle.net/10198/5682

Origin: Biblioteca Digital da UPB


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Propolis is a resinous substance collected by honeybees from tree buds, comprising plant exudates, secreted substances from bee metabolism, pollen and waxes. This product is widely used in traditional medicine [I] and it has recently gained popularity as a health food supplement. Currently, it is extensively used in foods and beverages, and it is claimed to improve health and prevent diseases such as inflammation, heart disease, diabetes and cancer.

Document Type Conference object
Language English
Contributor(s) Biblioteca Digital da UPB
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