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Citrus limonoids: analysis, bioactivity, and biomedical prospects.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  17892257     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
Limonoids are a prominent group of secondary metabolites in citrus fruit. The bitter character of some compounds in this group has historically compromised the quality of citrus fruit and juice. Detecting bitter limonoids in citrus, understanding their origins, and developing methods for their removal from citrus juices have provided the basis for citrus limonoid research. Evaluation of the biological activity of citrus limonoids has indicated the potential of these compounds to improve human health as anticancer, cholesterol-lowering, and antiviral agents. This review chronicles the evolution of citrus limonoid research from defining their participation in citrus bitterness to their potential utilization as important contributors to improving human health and well-being.
Authors:
Gary D Manners
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article; Review     Date:  2007-09-25
Journal Detail:
Title:  Journal of agricultural and food chemistry     Volume:  55     ISSN:  0021-8561     ISO Abbreviation:  J. Agric. Food Chem.     Publication Date:  2007 Oct 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2007-10-12     Completed Date:  2007-11-26     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  0374755     Medline TA:  J Agric Food Chem     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  8285-94     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
Agriculture Research Service, Western Regional Research Center, U.S. Department of Agriculture, 800 Buchanan Street, Albany, California 94710, USA. gary_manners@ars.usda.gov
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Animals
Anticholesteremic Agents
Antineoplastic Agents, Phytogenic
Antioxidants
Citrus / chemistry*
Fruit / chemistry
Health Promotion*
Humans
Insecticides
Limonins / analysis*
Taste
Chemical
Reg. No./Substance:
0/Anticholesteremic Agents; 0/Antineoplastic Agents, Phytogenic; 0/Antioxidants; 0/Insecticides; 0/Limonins

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