Phytates as a natural source for health promotion: A critical evaluation of clinical trials.

Phytates are a type of organophosphorus compound produced in terrestrial ecosystems by plants. In plant feeds, phytic acid and its salt form, phytate, account for 60%-80% of total phosphorus. Because phytate is a polyanionic molecule, it can chelate positively charged cations such as calcium, iron, and zinc.

Nutraceutical Profiling, Bioactive Composition, and Biological Applications of L.

The roots, leaves, and seeds of L., popularly known as Garden cress in different regions, have high economic importance; although, the crop is particularly cultivated for the seeds. In traditional medicine, this plant has been reported to possess various biological activities.

Neuropharmacological Effects of Quercetin: A Literature-Based Review.

Quercetin (QUR) is a natural bioactive flavonoid that has been lately very studied for its beneficial properties in many pathologies. Its neuroprotective effects have been demonstrated in many studies, as well as animal experiments and human trials. QUR protects the organism against neurotoxic chemicals and also can prevent the evolution and development of neuronal injury and neurodegeneration.

Systematic Analysis of Combined Antioxidant and Membrane-Stabilizing Properties of Several Family Kazakhstani Plants for Potential Production of Tea Beverages.

One of the most important compounds that exhibit a wide range of biological activities with especially strong antioxidant action are plant polyphenols. In the course of the experiment, the dose-dependent effects of polyphenols-rich extracts isolated from the family Kazakhstani plants were studied on the processes of lipid peroxidation and on the degree of erythrocytes hemolysis. The activity of aqueous-ethanolic extracts from dried parts of plants, such as , , , , , , and , was studied in a Wistar rat model.