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Humulus lupulus L. it’s the scientific name of a perennial climbing
plant of great importance because of its biocompounds of interest such
as: organic acids, polyphenols and essential oils. The female
inflorescences (cones) of hops glands secrete mainly lupulin. This is
known worldwide as an essential raw material and flavoring agent in
beer production. Phytochemical compounds from the plant such as
xanthohumol, humulone, and lupulone have been used in trials for
cosmetic application. Also the use of the plant has been reported for
long time in traditional medicine, due to its properties, anti inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant among others. This review presents the botanical aspects of the plant as well as its chemical
compounds, traditional uses, and its biological activities for textile, food, medicinal, and
cosmetic applications.
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Humulus lupulus L Bioactive compounds, Resins α-acids and β-acids Polyphenols Cosmetics
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Citação
Santos, Briolanja; Sousa, Maria João (2022). Review hops- bioactive compounds and their applications. World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. ISSN 2278–4357. 12:1, p. 1854-1886