Selected biological properties of quercetin, curcumin, and kaempferol

Authors

  • Małgorzata Wielgus University of Lodz, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, Biochemical Section of the Student Biologists’ Scientific Club image/svg+xml
  • Nikola Zaniewicz University of Lodz, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, Biochemical Section of the Student Biologists’ Scientific Club image/svg+xml

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18778/1730-2366.18.09

Keywords:

polyphenols, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotection

Abstract

Polyphenols are a large group of organic compounds present in plants, where they play various roles pivotal to their proper physiological functioning. Polyphenols are ubiquitous in many dietary sources such as fruits, vegetables, beverages, seeds, and honeys. Diet plays a crucial role in sustaining overall well-being of the organism and preventing diseases, including cancer. Despite broad spectrum of health promoting activity of polyphenols, such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial, many of them are also potent anti-cancer compounds. In this review we focused on presentation of three polyphenols such as quercetin, curcumin, and kaempferol. We discussed recent studies concerning their beneficial impact on human health and potential as anticancer agents.

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