This enzyme - inhibiting effect of
the eugenol in basil qualifies basil as an «anti-inflammatory» food that can provide important healing benefits along with symptomatic relief for individuals with inflammatory health problems like rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel conditions.
Not exact matches
Suspecting that these genes might code for enzymes involved
in eugenol and isoeugenol synthesis, the researchers genetically engineered Escherichia coli bacteria to carry either the petunia or basil versions.
The research group, led by molecular biologist Eran Pichersky of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, studied two model organisms that are easily manipulated
in the laboratory: basil, which produces large amounts of
eugenol, and the petunia flower, whose scent is caused by three aromatic compounds including isoeugenol.
Responsible substances for these effects are cinnamaldehyde, tannin, mannitol, coumarins and the essential oils known as aldehydes,
eugenol and pinene found
in cinnamon.
The compounds like
eugenol, limeonene, alphs - thujone and myristicin contribute to deodorize the body and
in addition, the antibacterial effects check the bad odor causing bacteria
in the body.
What's most interesting is that the scientists here identified the compounds responsible — two antioxidants
in cinnamon called
eugenol and cinnamaldehyde.
The
eugenol component of basil's volatile oils has been the subject of extensive study, since this substance can block the activity of an enzyme
in the body called cyclooxygenase (COX).
In the United States, eugenol extracts from clove have often been used in dentistry in conjunction with root canal therapy, temporary fillings, and general gum pain, since eugenol and other components of clove (including beta - caryophyllene) combine to make clove a mild anaesthetic as well as an anti-bacterial agen
In the United States,
eugenol extracts from clove have often been used
in dentistry in conjunction with root canal therapy, temporary fillings, and general gum pain, since eugenol and other components of clove (including beta - caryophyllene) combine to make clove a mild anaesthetic as well as an anti-bacterial agen
in dentistry
in conjunction with root canal therapy, temporary fillings, and general gum pain, since eugenol and other components of clove (including beta - caryophyllene) combine to make clove a mild anaesthetic as well as an anti-bacterial agen
in conjunction with root canal therapy, temporary fillings, and general gum pain, since
eugenol and other components of clove (including beta - caryophyllene) combine to make clove a mild anaesthetic as well as an anti-bacterial agent.
The main active ingredients found
in its essential oil are cinnamaldehyde and
eugenol, as well as significant amounts of safrol and linalool.
The most abundant phenolic compound present
in cloves» essential oil is
eugenol, which is not only responsible for the aromatic scent of the flower buds, but it is also the main active ingredient behind their antimicrobial, antifungal, and analgesic properties.
Nutmeg oil contains
eugenol, which is used to relieve pain and aches and is used as an additive
in toothpaste and cough syrups.
Holy Basil is rich
in beneficial compounds, such as rosmarinic acid,
eugenol, and many other which work together to reduce stress.
Types of antioxidants found
in basil include vicenin, orientin,
eugenol and many anthocyanins.
Among these are trans - anethole (a flavor component of anise and fennel), estragole (found
in basil),
eugenol (which occurs
in clove bud oil) and isoeugenol (contained
in ylang ylang).
Anti-Inflammatory Effects:
Eugenol (one of basil's volatile oils) can also help block the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX)
in the body.
Cloves are rich
in antioxidants anthocyanins and quercetin plus high
in an active component called
eugenol, and is also an excellent source of manganese, good source of omega - 3 fats, vitamins C, K, fiber and minerals calcium, magnesium.
One study investigated the effects of a
eugenol - rich fraction of the clove bud on liver cirrhosis
in animals.
Cloves are rich
in eugenol, which functions as an antioxidant to further reduce inflammation
in tissues and organ systems.
Eugenol is also found
in essential oils.
Vet's Best harnesses the power of Peppermint Oil and
Eugenol (from Clove plants)
in a unique blend to kill fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes.
Often regarded as a safer, and less intense cinnamon, Cinnamon Leaf has a main component of
Eugenol, instead of Cinnamaldehyde
in Cinnamon Bark.
Made
in the USA, this natural product contains herbal ingredients like geraniol,
eugenol and peppermint.