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Ojimelukwe, Philippa Chinyere |
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Advances in Traditional Medicine; June 2023, Vol. 23 Issue: 2 p381-392, 12p |
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Abstract: This paper reviews available research information on the medicinal value and health benefits of Piper guineensein relation to its composition and biologically active compounds. Piper guineenseis an herbaceous vine found in the tropics and sub-tropical regions. It is used as a spice and as a medicinal plant in many traditional settings. Solvent extracts of P. guineenseleaves and fruits contain different biologically active compounds. Some of the major biologically active compounds in P. guineenseare dillapiole, linalool and myristicine. These compounds possess anti-cancer, anti-diabetic and antioxidant properties. It also contains piperine which is responsible for the hotness associated with the Piper species and other antimicrobial phytochemicals. Some of the peculiar potential attributes of P. guineenseinclude promoting fertility and its anti-inflammatory effects. It is a good antimicrobial agent against food spoilage and pathogenic organisms. Many of the biologically active compounds found in the leaves (or their derivatives) are also found in the fruits. Scientific information about the health benefits of the, stem and roots is lacking. The potentials of this underutilized vine to boost human health is enormous and it deserves improved research attention in the areas of improved production, genetic identification of chemotypes and more research investigations into its composition and medicinal value. Graphic abstract: ![]() |
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