Citrullus lanatus, a Potential Source of Medicinal Products: A Review
Journal: Journal of Medicinal and Chemical Sciences (Vol.5, No. 4)Publication Date: 2022-07-01
Authors : Reem Nadher Ismael; Yasser Fakri Mustafa; Harith Khalid Al-Qazaz;
Page : 607-618
Keywords : Citrullus lanatus; phytochemicals; Anti-Hypertensive; Anti-Diabetic; Antibacterial; Neuroprotective; Anti-Ulcer;
Abstract
Citrullus lanatus is a fruit that is eaten and carries many by-products like rind and seeds that are abandoned and fed to animals. Numerous studies have demonstrated the bio-medical properties of Citrullus lanatus by-products, making it a superior choice of natural source for medicinal products. Citrullus lanatus by-products’ medical properties are due to their pharmacological significance, related to the availability of essential phytochemicals such as saponin, alkaloids, fatty acids, phenolic, citrulline, lycopene, coumarin, minerals, and other natural products. Gastrointestinal ulceration, diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disorders, and many kinds of malignancies have been treated with these by-products extract. The following review aimed to provide a thorough summary of the advantages of Citrullus lanatus by-products in the management of different ailments.
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