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Hibiscus sabdariffa L. - a phytochemical and pharmacological review

Da-Costa-Rocha, I., Bonnlaender, B., Sievers, H., Pischel, I. and Heinrich, M. · Food Chemistry · 2014

Meta-analysis / review

Abstract

This review of Hibiscus sabdariffa (roselle) summarises its phytochemistry (anthocyanins, organic acids, polyphenols) and pharmacology, including antioxidant, antihypertensive, lipid-lowering and antidiabetic activities.

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HibiscusKarkadeRoselleSorrelHibiscus sabdariffa

How to cite

Da-Costa-Rocha, I., Bonnlaender, B., Sievers, H., Pischel, I. and Heinrich, M (2014) 'Hibiscus sabdariffa L. - a phytochemical and pharmacological review', Food Chemistry, 165, pp. 424-443. doi:10.1016/j.foodchem.2014.05.002

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