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[Development of healthy beverage from Eucommla ulmoides foliage]
1Department of Chemical Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072.
Zhong Yao Cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese Medicinal Materials
|February 8, 2003
Summary
Eucommia ulmoides foliage, rich in nutrients, was analyzed and used to create an anti-fatigue beverage. This study explores the potential of this natural resource for health products.
Area of Science:
- Phytochemistry
- Nutritional Science
- Pharmacognosy
Context:
- Eucommia ulmoides foliage is a traditional resource with potential health benefits.
- Analysis of foliage from the Qinling Mountain area provides specific phytochemical data.
- Understanding the composition is key to developing functional products.
Purpose:
- To analyze the chemical composition of Eucommia ulmoides foliage.
- To formulate a healthy beverage with anti-fatigue properties.
- To explore the utilization of Eucommia ulmoides as a natural resource.
Summary:
- Qualitative and quantitative analysis revealed Eucommia ulmoides foliage contains mineral elements, 17 amino acids, proteins, sugars, alkaloids, flavonoids, aucubin, chlorogenic acid, pinoresinol diglucoside, coffeic acid, and Jingniping glucoside.
- Based on the phytochemical profile, a functional beverage designed to combat fatigue was developed.
- The study details the formulation process for this novel health drink.
Impact:
- Provides a scientific basis for the use of Eucommia ulmoides in functional foods.
- Highlights the anti-fatigue potential of Eucommia ulmoides foliage.
- Offers a new avenue for the sustainable exploitation of natural resources.