Publications by authors named "Havard Hoel"
Article Synopsis
- The roots of Gentiana purpurea are known for their intense bitterness due to high secoiridoid content, often prepared traditionally in various ways for medicinal use.
- Different preparation methods were tested for their effectiveness in extracting gentiopicrin, with maceration in ethanol and boiling with acetic acid yielding the best results.
- The study highlighted that traditional methods significantly influence the extraction of bioactive compounds, suggesting that how the roots are prepared can optimize their medicinal benefits.
Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Gentiana purpurea was one of the most important medicinal plants in Norway during the 18th and 19th centuries, and the roots were used against different types of gastrointestinal and airway diseases.
Aim Of The Study: To explore the content of bioactive compounds in a water extract from the roots, a preparation commonly used in traditional medicine in Norway, to assess the anti-inflammatory potential, and furthermore to quantify the major bitter compounds in both roots and leaves.
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