Abstract
Quercetin is a flavonoid compound widely present in plants and exhibits a variety of biological activities. Research on quercetin has shown its potential for medical application. In this research, we elucidate its antioxidant mechanism and the broad-spectrum antibacterial and antiparasite properties; summarise its potential application in antioncology and cardiovascular protection and anti-immunosuppression treatment; and demonstrate its ability to alleviate the toxicity of mycotoxins. This research is expected to offer some insights and inspirations for the further study of quercetin, its properties, and the scientific basis for its better application in clinical practice.
Highlights
IntroductionThe name coming from quercetum (oak forest), named after Quercus, has been applied since 1857
Quercetin, the name coming from quercetum, named after Quercus, has been applied since 1857
Several experiments have found that quercetin has a good inhibitory effect on the growth of pathogenic bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Salmonella enteritidis, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Proteus, and Aspergillus flavus [21, 22]
Summary
The name coming from quercetum (oak forest), named after Quercus, has been applied since 1857. It is widely found in plants in nature, including apples, berries, brassica vegetables, capers, grapes, onions, spring onions, tea, and tomatoes, as well as in many seeds, nuts, flowers, bark, and leaves [1]. It is a naturally occurring polar auxin transport inhibitor [6]. The presence of a phenolic hydroxyl group and double bonds endows quercetin with a strong antioxidant activity. This review is designed to help with further research, and its nature is to provide some insights and enlightenment, providing a scientific basis for its better clinical application
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