Are the Effects of Bioactive Components on Human Health a Myth?: Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra L.) from Exotic Fruits
Abstract
Black elderberry (Sambucus nigra) fruit is rich in polyphenols, phenolic acids, flavonols, proanthocyanidins, anthocyanins, terpenes and lectins. This review examines evidence that it can prevent oxidative stress, reduce blood pressure and prevent cardiovascular, metabolic and neurodegenerative diseases, stimulate the immune system and show antitumour and antimicrobial effects.
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How to cite
Sanlier, N., Ejder, Z.B. and Irmak, E (2024) 'Are the Effects of Bioactive Components on Human Health a Myth?: Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra L.) from Exotic Fruits', Current Nutrition Reports, 13(4), pp. 815-827. doi:10.1007/s13668-024-00572-6
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