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  • Secondary metabolites are vital compounds produced by plants, insects, and bacteria.
  • Many plant-derived secondary metabolites are used in traditional medicine and modern pharmaceuticals.
  • While biosynthesis is well-studied, degradation mechanisms for many metabolites remain unclear.

Conclusions:

  • Microbial degradation pathways for lignans and C-glycosides are diverse and not fully understood.
  • Further research into these pathways can reveal novel enzymes and metabolic routes.
  • Understanding degradation is key to harnessing the full potential of bioactive secondary metabolites.