1. Immunostimulatory Potential of Natural Compounds and Extracts: A Review
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Andreea C. Stroe and Simona Oancea
- Subjects
010404 medicinal & biomolecular chemistry ,0303 health sciences ,03 medical and health sciences ,Nutrition and Dietetics ,Traditional medicine ,Chemistry ,Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health ,01 natural sciences ,Natural (archaeology) ,030304 developmental biology ,0104 chemical sciences ,Food Science - Abstract
The proper functioning of human immune system is essential for organism survival against infectious, toxic and oncogenic agents. The present study aimed to describe the scientific evidence regarding the immunomodulatory properties of the main micronutrients and specific phytochemicals. Plants of food interest have the ability to dynamically affect the immune system through particular molecules. Plant species, type of compounds and biological effects were herein reviewed mainly focusing on plants which are not commonly used in food supplements. Several efficient phytoproducts showed significant advantages compared to synthetic immunomodulators, being good candidates for the development of immunotherapeutic drugs.
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- 2020