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Vitex agnus-castus L.: main features and nutraceutical perspectives

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Resumo:Medicinal plants are used worldwide due to their lower risk of side effects and eco-friendly, cost-effective production when compared to chemical drugs, encouraging researchers to further exploit the therapeutic potential of the former. One of the most popular medicinal plants is Vitex agnus-castus L., grown in tropical and sub-tropical regions, to which different health benefits have already been attributed. In this perspective article, the in vitro and in vivo therapeutic properties of V. agnus-castus L. have been analyzed and reviewed with a special focus on its health-promoting effects and potential nutraceutical applications.
Autores principais:Souto, Eliana B.
Outros Autores:Durazzo, Alessandra; Nazhand, Amirhossein; Lucarini, Massimo; Zaccardelli, Massimo; Souto, Selma B.; Silva, Amelia M.; Severino, Patricia; Novellino, Ettore; Santini, Antonello
Assunto:chaste tree Vitex agnus-castus L. bioactive compounds in vitro studies in vivo studies nutraceuticals health-promoting properties
Ano:2020
País:Portugal
Tipo de documento:artigo
Tipo de acesso:acesso aberto
Instituição associada:Universidade do Minho
Idioma:inglês
Origem:RepositóriUM - Universidade do Minho

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