Lignans from linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) and its allied species: retrospect, introspect and prospect

Chhillar, H., Chopra, P. and Ashfaq, M.A. · Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition · 2020

Meta-analysis / review

Abstract

This review describes the sources, structures and antioxidant, antiviral and anti-tumour functional properties of lignans (notably secoisolariciresinol diglucoside) from linseed (Linum usitatissimum), characterising the antioxidant constituents of flax.

Referenced for these plants

Flaxseed common flax flax linseedLinum usitatissimum

How to cite

Chhillar, H., Chopra, P. and Ashfaq, M.A (2020) 'Lignans from linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) and its allied species: retrospect, introspect and prospect', Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 61(16), pp. 2719-2741. doi:10.1080/10408398.2020.1784840

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