Chemical composition and selective BuChE inhibitory activity of the essential oils from aromatic plants used to prepare the traditional Ecuadorian beverage horchata lojana

Armijos, Chabaco; Matailo, Andrea; Bec, Nicole; Salinas, Melissa; Aguilar, Gabriela; Solano, Nidia; Calva, James; Ludeña, Carlos E.; Larroque, Christian; Vidari, Giovanni

doi:10.1016/j.jep.2020.113162

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“…The presence of this mixture in living tissue is not fully explained. It is believed to be related to attracting insects that pollinate the plant or to repelling potential pests [ 74 , 75 , 76 ]. Pine essential oils are most frequently used as perfume and repellent ingredients.…”

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Pinus Species as Prospective Reserves of Bioactive Compounds with Potential Use in Functional Food—Current State of Knowledge

Dziedziński

Kobus‐Cisowska

Stachowiak

2021

Plants

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The pine (Pinus L.) is the largest and most heteromorphic plant genus of the pine family (Pinaceae Lindl.), which grows almost exclusively in the northern hemisphere. The demand for plant-based remedies, supplements and functional food is growing worldwide. Although pine-based products are widely available in many parts of the world, they are almost absent as food ingredients. The literature shows the beneficial effects of pine preparations on human health. Despite the wide geographical distribution of pine trees in the natural environment, there are very few data in the literature on the widespread use of pine in food technology. This study aims to present, characterise and evaluate the content of phytochemicals in pine trees, including shoots, bark and conifer needles, as well as to summarise the available data on their health-promoting and functional properties, and the potential of their use in food and the pharmaceutical industry to support health. Various species of pine tree contain different compositions of bioactive compounds. Regardless of the solvent, method, pine species and plant part used, all pine extracts contain a high number of polyphenols. Pine tree extracts exhibit several described biological activities that may be beneficial to human health. The available examples of the application of pine elements in food are promising. The reuse of residual pine elements is still limited compared to its potential. In this case, it is necessary to conduct more research to find and develop new products and applications of pine residues and by-products.

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Section: Essential Oilsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Pinus Species as Prospective Reserves of Bioactive Compounds with Potential Use in Functional Food—Current State of Knowledge

Dziedziński

Kobus‐Cisowska

Stachowiak

2021

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“…In addition, a few naturally derived products have been patented [6]. Moreover, traditional natural preparations, such as Colada morada, which is consumed on the Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) [7], and Horchata lojana, which is a typical beverage that is made of a mixture of medicinal and aromatic plants consumed by the people of southern Ecuador [8][9][10], have received great attention. Other typical preparations are an infusion of guaviduca from Piper carpunya Ruiz & Pav.…”

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Pharmacology and Phytochemistry of Ecuadorian Medicinal Plants: An Update and Perspectives

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The use of plants as therapeutic agents is part of the traditional medicine that is practiced by many indigenous communities in Ecuador. The aim of this study was to update a review published in 2016 by including the studies that were carried out in the period 2016–July 2021 on about 120 Ecuadorian medicinal plants. Relevant data on raw extracts and isolated secondary metabolites were retrieved from different databases, resulting in 104 references. They included phytochemical and pharmacological studies on several non-volatile compounds, as well as the chemical composition of essential oils (EOs). The tested biological activities are also reported. The potential of Ecuadorian plants as sources of products for practical applications in different fields, as well the perspectives of future investigations, are discussed in the last part of the review.

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“…Armijos et al [ 224 ] researched the BuChE inhibitory activity of essential oils from the traditional Ecuadorian beverage, horchata lojana. The tea-like mixture consists of more than 20 medicinal and aromatic herbs and flowers.…”

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“…All essential oils obtained from various compositions of horchata, however, revealed AChE inhibitory activity with IC50 above 250 µg/mL, hence they can be labeled as inactive inhibitors. In contrast, BuChE inhibition was much higher, therefore, consumption of the tea-like mixture can slightly improve memory [ 224 ].…”

Section: Outline Of Polyphenols and Essential Oils Rich In Monoterpenes And Polyphenols Revealing Neuroprotective Effectmentioning

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Activity of Selected Group of Monoterpenes in Alzheimer’s Disease Symptoms in Experimental Model Studies—A Non-Systematic Review

Wojtunik-Kulesza

Rudkowska

Kasprzak-Drozd

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Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the leading cause of dementia and cognitive function impairment. The multi-faced character of AD requires new drug solutions based on substances that incorporate a wide range of activities. Antioxidants, AChE/BChE inhibitors, BACE1, or anti-amyloid platelet aggregation substances are most desirable because they improve cognition with minimal side effects. Plant secondary metabolites, used in traditional medicine and pharmacy, are promising. Among these are the monoterpenes—low-molecular compounds with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, enzyme inhibitory, analgesic, sedative, as well as other biological properties. The presented review focuses on the pathophysiology of AD and a selected group of anti-neurodegenerative monoterpenes and monoterpenoids for which possible mechanisms of action have been explained. The main body of the article focuses on monoterpenes that have shown improved memory and learning, anxiolytic and sleep-regulating effects as determined by in vitro and in silico tests—followed by validation in in vivo models.

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Chemical composition and selective BuChE inhibitory activity of the essential oils from aromatic plants used to prepare the traditional Ecuadorian beverage horchata lojana

Cited by 18 publications

References 44 publications

Pinus Species as Prospective Reserves of Bioactive Compounds with Potential Use in Functional Food—Current State of Knowledge

Pinus Species as Prospective Reserves of Bioactive Compounds with Potential Use in Functional Food—Current State of Knowledge

Pharmacology and Phytochemistry of Ecuadorian Medicinal Plants: An Update and Perspectives

Activity of Selected Group of Monoterpenes in Alzheimer’s Disease Symptoms in Experimental Model Studies—A Non-Systematic Review

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