Research Progress on the Pharmacological Action and Application of Medicine-food Homologous Citrus aurantium L. var. amara Engl.
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Abstract:
Citrus aurantium L. var. amara Engl. (CAVA), which was the first batch of traditional Chinese medicines published in the catalogue of medicine and food homology, contains chemical components such as volatile oils, flavonoids, polysaccharides, alkaloids, and coumarins. It has pharmacological effects such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, antitumor and hypolipidemic functions, and has been used in certain industrial applications including food, medicine and daily chemical products. As a component of a healthcare product or an ingredient of a traditional Chinese medicine formula, CAVA can play a role in regulating body functions or treating diseases, and demonstrates unique value in the big health field. In recent years, CAVA has drawn increasing interest, and research on its pharmacological effects and applications have grown over time. This article systematically reviewed the research related to CAVA from China and overseas, summarizes aspects such as the pharmacological functions and application status of CAVA, to promote the development process for in-depth research and development of CAVA, and provide a theoretical basis for future research and comprehensive development and utilization of CAVA.
