Important Bioactive From Plants!
Carvacrol is a monoterpenoid phenol compound found in the essential oil of many aromatic herbs; notably Oregano, Thyme, Marjoram, Pepperwort, Rosemary, Lavender, Sage, and Bergamot. It has a pungent flavor and characteristic scent of Oregano.
Among its possible health benefits:
· Antioxidant
· Antimicrobial
· Anti-inflammatory
· Pain Relief
· Cholesterol Levels
· Blood Sugar Balance
· Liver Health
· Cancer
· Eye Health
· Cardioprotective
· Anti-obesity
· Reproductive Health
· Immunomodulatory
· Anti-Aging
· Neuroprotection
Carvacrol is a significant essential oil component in many aromatic plants and is famous for its numerous biological activities. Carvacrol has demonstrated the potential in mitigating dyslipidemia, as well as potential in type 2 diabetes, with effects on blood sugar mitigation and diabetes associated tissue damage. In a new preclinical study, it was shown to reduce blood lipid and glucose levels, improve tissue damage and increase SCFA levels in feces, and attenuate high glucose-induced apoptosis.
This study also found that its effects on blood lipids and glucose were possibly from its modulation of short-chain fatty acids and the modulation of G-protein coupled receptor (GPR) 41/43 pathway.
Once again, we are finding a significant bioactive to be exerting many beneficial downstream effects on health through modulation of the gut microbiome.
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*This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician.