Conifers Phytochemicals: A Valuable Forest with Therapeutic Potential.

ABSTRACT: Conifers have long been recognized for their therapeutic potential in different disorders. Alkaloids, terpenes and polyphenols are the most abundant naturally occurring phytochemicals in these plants. Here, we provide an overview of the phytochemistry and related commercial products obtained from conifers. The pharmacological actions of different phytochemicals present in conifers against bacterial and fungal infections, cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases are also reviewed. Data obtained from experimental and clinical studies performed to date clearly underline that such compounds exert promising antioxidant effects, being able to inhibit cell damage, cancer growth, inflammation and the onset of neurodegenerative diseases. Therefore, an attempt has been made with the intent to hi

SUBMITTER: Bhardwaj K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8158490 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature