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Caraway (Carum carvi) as a tool for helping with Infection (general)
inferred from antimicrobial action
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Cuminum cyminum and Carum carvi are the sources of cumin and caraway seeds respectively, which have been used since antiquity for the treatment of various indications in traditional healing systems in wide geographical areas. Cumin and caraway seeds are rich sources of essential oils and have been actively researched for their chemical composition and biological activities. In recent times (especially during the last 3 years) considerable progress has been made regarding validation of their acclaimed medicinal attributes by extensive experimental studies. In this attempt many novel bioactivities have been revealed. This review highlights the significance of cumin and caraway as potential source of diverse natural products and their medicinal applications.
3 sources supporting Caraway for Infection (general). Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.
Mechanistic basis
This use is associated with the plant's antimicrobial action. Further evidence for that pharmacology:
Essential oil from Carum carvi seeds inhibited methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and its action mechanism was investigated, supporting the antimicrobial use of caraway.
Essential oil from the fruits of Carum carvi (caraway) showed antibacterial activity against a range of bacteria, supporting the antimicrobial use of caraway.
Chemically characterised Carum carvi essential oil (carvone-rich) showed antifungal and antiaflatoxigenic activity against Aspergillus flavus, supporting the antimicrobial preservative use of caraway.
Carum carvi essential oil inhibited the growth, gene expression and virulence factors of Candida albicans, demonstrating the antifungal antimicrobial activity of caraway.
Essential oils from the seeds of Carum carvi (carvone-rich) and Coriandrum sativum showed antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-acetylcholinesterase and antidiabetic (alpha-glucosidase inhibitory) activities alone and in combination, supporting the antimicrobial use of caraway.