A Review of the Functional Characteristics and Applications of Aristotelia chilensis (Maqui Berry), in the Food Industry

P García-Milla, R Peñalver, G Nieto - Foods, 2024 - mdpi.com
The Aristotelia chilensis (Mol.) Stuntz, also known as Maqui, is an endemic berry native to
southern Chile. It is a very popular berry for its nutritional attributes and health benefits …

[HTML][HTML] Effect of flavonoids on oxidative stress and inflammation in adults at risk of cardiovascular disease: a systematic review

J Suen, J Thomas, A Kranz, S Vun, M Miller - Healthcare, 2016 - mdpi.com
Oxidative stress (OS) and inflammatory processes initiate the first stage of cardiovascular
disease (CVD). Flavonoid consumption has been related to significantly improved flow …

Delphinidin‐Rich Maqui Berry Extract (Delphinol®) Lowers Fasting and Postprandial Glycemia and Insulinemia in Prediabetic Individuals during Oral Glucose …

JL Alvarado, A Leschot… - BioMed research …, 2016 - Wiley Online Library
Delphinidin anthocyanins have previously been associated with the inhibition of glucose
absorption. Blood glucose lowering effects have been ascribed to maqui berry (Aristotelia …

The chilean superfruit black-berry Aristotelia chilensis (Elaeocarpaceae), Maqui as mediator in inflammation-associated disorders

CL Cespedes, N Pavon, M Dominguez… - Food and Chemical …, 2017 - Elsevier
The effects of phytochemicals occurred in fractions and extracts of fruits of “Maqui-
berry”(Aristotelia chilensis), on the expression of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), inducible-nitric …

Promising antimicrobial activity against the honey bee parasite Nosema ceranae by methanolic extracts from Chilean native plants and propolis

N Arismendi, M Vargas, MD López… - Journal of Apicultural …, 2018 - Taylor & Francis
The gut parasite Nosema ceranae is one of the most prevalent honey bee microsporidia
worldwide and its chemical management in American countries is mainly based on the …

[HTML][HTML] Usage, biological activity, and safety of selected botanical dietary supplements consumed in the United States

PA Benatrehina, L Pan, CB Naman, J Li… - Journal of Traditional and …, 2018 - Elsevier
In view of the continuous growth of the botanical dietary supplement industry and the
increased popularity of lesser known or exotic botanicals, recent findings are described on …

Phytochemistry and biological properties of Aristotelia chilensis a Chilean blackberry: a review

GE Zúñiga, A Tapia, A Arenas, RA Contreras… - Phytochemistry …, 2017 - Springer
Abstract Aristotelia chilensis (Mol.) Stuntz, commonly called Maqui, is known for its
pharmacological uses in traditional medicine of native Mapuche communities in Chile. It is …

[HTML][HTML] Potent Vasodilator and Cellular Antioxidant Activity of Endemic Patagonian Calafate Berries (Berberis microphylla) with Nutraceutical Potential

C Calfío, JP Huidobro-Toro - Molecules, 2019 - mdpi.com
Hydroalcoholic extracts of Patagonian Calafate berry (Berberis microphylla) contain mono or
disaccharide conjugated anthocyanins and flavonols. The Liquid Chromatography-Mass …

Phytochemical properties and pharmacological effects of Quercus ilex L. aqueous extract on gastrointestinal physiological parameters in vitro and in vivo

K Rtibi, I Hammami, S Selmi, D Grami, H Sebai… - Biomedicine & …, 2017 - Elsevier
Introduction Several research studies have reported on the pharmacological relevance of
the medicinal plants used for treating various gastrointestinal disorders and controlling the …

Fruit wines inhibitory activity against α-glucosidase

U Cakar, N Grozdanic, A Petrovic… - Current …, 2017 - ingentaconnect.com
Background: Fruit wines are well known for their profound health-promoting properties
including both enzyme activations and inhibitions. They may act preventive in regard to …