Potential health benefits of the plant <i>Levisticum officinale</i> (lovage) in relation to its polyphenolic content

Abstract The purpose of the present study was to gather information about effects herb Levisticum officinale (lovage) and its phenolic ingredients elucidate potential health benefits plant in relation polyphenolic content. performed by searching different internet-based databases (Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, PubMed, etc.). is a perennial aromatic from Apiaceae family. This rich essential oil widely used as seasoning for culinary purposes. Lovage contains up 860 mg GAE/100 g fresh weight substances well. Polyphenols L. belong classes flavonoids (quercetin, rutin, kaempferol anthocyanins) acids (chlorogenic, neochlorogenic, ferulic, gallic, ellagic). They contribute potent antioxidant properties plant. Anti-inflammatory, anticancer, neuroprotective, antidiabetic, antibacterial, hepatoprotective other extracts have also been demonstrated. Phenolic abundant lovage shown be protective models osteoporosis cardiovascular diseases confirms our assumption that not only an useful pleasant-tasting Mediterranean-cuisine but can healthy lifestyle.