Asafoetida, God's Food, a Natural Medicine
Pharmacognosy Communications
; 11(1):36-39, 2021.
Article
in English
| ProQuest Central | ID: covidwho-1413702
ABSTRACT
Introduction:
Asafoetida is dried latex which is extracted from the taproot of many species of Ferula, a perennial herb native to the East Mediterranean and Central Asian regions. It is also a common ingredient in some cuisines.Methods:
A literature search was conducted in Science Direct, Google, Google Scholar, PubMed, Wiley Online Library, Springer and Medline.Results:
The most important health benefits consist of reducing bloating, helping to relieve asthma, lower blood pressure and menstrual pain, as well as treating headaches, insect bites, indigestion and as a laxative. It is good for diabetic people, treats nerve disorders, helps fight free radicals, aids in reducing acne, treats corns and calluses and reduces hair loss.Conclusion:
This review article allowed verifying asafoetida as sources of compounds with valuable nutritional and bioactive properties with great ability for incorporation into foods with functional properties.
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ProQuest Central
Language:
English
Journal:
Pharmacognosy Communications
Year:
2021
Document Type:
Article
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