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Baky MH, Elsaid MB, Farag MA. Phytochemical and biological diversity of triterpenoid saponins from family Sapotaceae: A comprehensive review. PHYTOCHEMISTRY 2022; 202:113345. [PMID: 35952770 DOI: 10.1016/j.phytochem.2022.113345] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2022] [Revised: 07/20/2022] [Accepted: 07/21/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Sapotaceae is a flowering plants family reported for its richness in triterpenoid saponins. Sapotaceae comprises a large number of fruit-producing plants of nutritional and medicinal value. Different species of family Sapotaceae received a considerable interest owing to their rich triterpenoid saponins content of a myriad pharmacological effects and health benefits. Several databases were searched for collecting papers for this review in the scope of phytochemistry, bioactivity and record of triterpenoid saponins from family Sapotacese such as PubMed, Google Scholar, Web of Science, Scopus and Reaxys from 1990 till now. Triterpenoid saponins reported from Sapotaceae plants are mostly of protobassic acid, 16-α-hydroxyprotobassic acid, bayogenin, and oleanolic acid derivatives with both monodesmosidic and/or bidesmosidic attached sugar side chains. Besides, the most frequently attached sugar units are glucose, glucoronic acid, apiose, xylose, rhamnose, and arabinose. The reported health effects of Sapotaceae plants in folk medicine in relation to their bioactive saponins were also reviewed with special attention to anti-inflammatory, antiulcer activity, antimicrobial activity, cytotoxic, anti-hypercholesterolemic, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory activities. This review aims to present a holistic compile on the phytochemical and biological diversity of triterpenoid saponins reported from family Sapotaceae with future perspectives.
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- Mostafa H Baky
- Pharmacognosy Department, College of Pharmacy, Egyptian Russian University, Badr City, 11829, Cairo, Egypt.
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- Pharmacognosy Department, College of Pharmacy, Egyptian Russian University, Badr City, 11829, Cairo, Egypt
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- Pharmacognosy Department, College of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Kasr El Aini St., P.B. 11562, Cairo, Egypt
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Barkaoui M, Msanda F, Boubaker H, El-Boullani R, Asri OE, Chokri A, El-Yaagoubi M, Koutaya A, Eloirdi A, Arifi K, Chahboune M. Ethnobotany, traditional knowledge, and nutritional value of Argan (Argania spinosa (L.) Skeels) in Western Anti-Atlas of Morocco. BRAZ J BIOL 2022; 84:e260477. [PMID: 35544795 DOI: 10.1590/1519-6984.260477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2022] [Accepted: 04/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The Souss region in Morocco is known nationally and internationally for its essential knowledge of traditional herbal medicine and the cultural heritage of nutrition. The endemic species Argania spinosa (L.) Skeels is an important crucial plant used by the local population to treat many diseases and prepare some authentic foods. To identify the therapeutic uses of the Argan tree [Argania spinosa (L.) Skeels] and their benefits in preparing authentic foods, the survey was conducted using semi-structured questionnaires. We have achieved 450 interviews with traditional health practitioners and knowledgeable villagers. In the region of Chtouka Aït Baha and Tiznit (Western Anti-Atlas). In parallel with this survey, we collected some old local manuscripts from conventional practitioners in the region. The data obtained were analyzed using specific ethnobotanical indices such as Use Value (UV), Fidelity Level (FL), and Relative Frequency of Citation (RFC). In parallel, we analyzed the nutritional value of some authentic foods derived the argan oil (Amlou, Tagoulla, and Labsis). All 450 interviewees use the argan oil in food or for the preparation of their authentic foods derived (Amlou, Tagoulla, and Labsis); among them, 100 persons use Argan, in addition to food, in the treatment of various diseases with UV and RFC at 1.94 and 0.22, respectively. Among eight treated diseases by argan tree, the treatment of skin and subcutaneous diseases had a very highly significant value of the FL index (98%). Similarly, the analysis of the manuscripts collected in the study area revealed an ancient therapeutic use of the argan tree. The results also show that the Argan oil extracted from the seed is used to prepare authentic foods with significant nutritional value, especially Amlou.
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- M Barkaoui
- Hassan First University of Settat, Higher Institute of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Health Sciences and Technologies, Settat, Morocco.,University of Ibn Zohr, Faculty of Sciences, Laboratory of Biotechnologies and Natural Resources Valorization, Agadir, Morocco
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- University of Ibn Zohr, Faculty of Sciences, Laboratory of Biotechnologies and Natural Resources Valorization, Agadir, Morocco
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- University of Ibn Zohr, Faculty of Sciences, Laboratory of Microbial Biotechnology and Plant Protection, Agadir, Morocco
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- University of Ibn Zohr, Faculty of Sciences, Laboratory of Biotechnologies and Natural Resources Valorization, Agadir, Morocco
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- University of Ibn Zohr, Faculty of Sciences, Laboratory of Microbial Biotechnology and Plant Protection, Agadir, Morocco
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- Hassan First University, Institut des Sciences du Sport, Settat, Morocco
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- University of Ibn Zohr, Faculty of Sciences, Laboratory of Biotechnologies and Natural Resources Valorization, Agadir, Morocco
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- Hassan First University, Institut des Sciences du Sport, Settat, Morocco
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- Hassan First University, Institut des Sciences du Sport, Settat, Morocco
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- Hassan First University, Institut des Sciences du Sport, Settat, Morocco
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- Hassan First University of Settat, Higher Institute of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Health Sciences and Technologies, Settat, Morocco
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Formulation and stabilization of oil-in-water nanoemulsions using a saponins-rich extract from argan oil press-cake. Food Chem 2018; 246:457-463. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2017.12.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2017] [Revised: 11/21/2017] [Accepted: 12/05/2017] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Goik U, Ptaszek A, Goik T. The influence of propolis on rheological properties of lipstick. Int J Cosmet Sci 2015; 37:417-24. [PMID: 25702598 DOI: 10.1111/ics.12213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2014] [Accepted: 02/07/2015] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this work was to study the effect of propolis on the rheological and textural properties of lipsticks. The studied lipsticks were based on raw materials and contained no synthetic compounds, preservatives, fragrances or dyes. The rheological and textural properties of the prepared lipsticks, both with and without propolis, were studied as a function of temperature and storage period. METHOD Measurements were taken using an RS6000 rheometer (Haake, Germany) with a cone-plate sensor. The cone parameters were as follows: diameter 35 mm and angle 2°. Textural tests were performed using the same cone-plate geometry. RESULTS The research results of rheological and textural properties of lipsticks, with and without the addition of propolis, indicate the possibility of application of propolis as a beneficial additive to such type of cosmetics. The presence of propolis does not significantly alter the viscoelastic properties of the lipsticks. The courses of flow curves indicate shear thinning, which is very advantageous from an application point of view. From the rheological point of view, the properties of lipsticks tested in low deformation conditions show some structural changes, most likely due to consolidation of the structure. CONCLUSION The analysis of textural properties indicates that lipsticks with added propolis are more brittle and prone to crushing. However, the temperature increase (30°C) does not cause significant changes to the textural characteristics of these lipsticks.
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- U Goik
- Faculty of Food Technology, University of Agriculture in Krakow, ul. Balicka 122, 30-149, Krakow, Poland
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- Faculty of Food Technology, University of Agriculture in Krakow, ul. Balicka 122, 30-149, Krakow, Poland
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- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Cracow University of Technology, al. Jana Pawła II 37, 31-864, Krakow, Poland
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Henry M, Kowalczyk M, Maldini M, Piacente S, Stochmal A, Oleszek W. Saponin inventory from Argania spinosa kernel cakes by liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry. PHYTOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS : PCA 2013; 24:616-622. [PMID: 23780812 DOI: 10.1002/pca.2440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2012] [Revised: 02/22/2013] [Accepted: 03/13/2013] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Argania spinosa kernel cakes, obtained from argan oil extraction process, are known to contain large amounts of saponins. Only a few have been characterised previously, due to the use of pure ethanol as extracting solvent. The use of aqueous 50% ethanol improved the extraction of more polar saponins. OBJECTIVE Identification of polar saponins in kernel cakes of Argania spinosa by liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry and NMR techniques. METHODS Defatted kernel cakes were first extracted with ethanol and then twice with 50% aqueous ethanol. Individual crude extracts were analysed with an ion-trap mass spectrometer in negative mode electrospray MS and MS/MS modes. NMR experiments were run under standard conditions at 300 K on a Bruker DRX-600 spectrometer. RESULTS The LC-MS base peak chromatogram of saponins from pure ethanol extract was dominated by 11 large and several small peaks but the UV chromatogram showed only two peaks, corresponding to the main neutral saponins found previously in Argania: arganine A and B. In 50% aqueous ethanol extracts, numerous other saponins were detected. Many of them were glucuronide oleanane-type triterpene carboxylic acid 3,28-O-bidesmosides (GOTCAB saponins). The assignments of (1) H- and (13) C-NMR spectra of the four most abundant GOTCAB saponins confirmed the MS results. CONCLUSION Four GOTCAB saponins were structurally identified by NMR analysis in the 50% aqueous ethanol extract. Furthermore, LC-MS analyses showed the presence of at least 19 additional polar saponins in these kernel cakes.
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- Max Henry
- Groupe S.U.C.R.E.S., UMR 7565 CNRS-Nancy-Université, BP 239, 54506, Nancy-Vandœuvre, France
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Chafchaouni-Moussaoui I, Charrouf Z, Guillaume D. Triterpenoids from Argania spinosa: 20 Years of Research. Nat Prod Commun 2013. [DOI: 10.1177/1934578x1300800110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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During the last two decades, the argan tree has been the subject of intensive phytochemical investigation. If argan oil is the most known argan derivative, argan saponins are frequently considered as molecules presenting a strong economic potential. This review presents an update of the current research efforts on argan saponins from around the world. Research evidence suggests that arganine C can be considered as a lead compound for new antivirals.
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- Department of Chemistry, Laboratory of Plant Chemistry and Organic Synthesis, Faculté des Sciences, Université MohammedV-Agdal, BP1014, Rabat, Morocco
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry, URCA-CNRS UMR6229, School of Medicine and Pharmacy, 51 rue Cognacq Jay, 51100 Reims, France
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Hu JL, Nie SP, Huang DF, Li C, Xie MY, Wan Y. Antimicrobial activity of saponin-rich fraction from Camellia oleifera cake and its effect on cell viability of mouse macrophage RAW 264.7. JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE 2012; 92:2443-2449. [PMID: 22430639 DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.5650] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2011] [Revised: 12/29/2011] [Accepted: 02/06/2012] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND As a by-product of oil production, several million tons of Camellia oleifera cake is discarded every year in China. The aim of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of a saponin-rich fraction isolated from C. oleifera cake and investigate its effect on the cell viability of RAW 264.7, a macrophage-like cell line present in almost all mouse tissues. RESULTS The saponin-rich fraction was isolated from C. oleifera cake in several steps and had a saponin content of 95.42 ± 0.10% (w/w). It showed significant inhibitory activity against the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Bacillus subtilis and the fungi Mucor racemosus, Aspergillus oryzae, Rhizopus stolonifer, Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Penicillium glaucum, with minimum inhibitory concentrations of 31.3, 31.3, 62.5, 250, 250, 250, 31.3 and 125 µg ml(-1) respectively. In addition, mouse macrophage RAW 264.7 pretreated with the saponin-rich fraction (80-200 µg mL(-1) ) exhibited a significant loss of cell viability in a dose-dependent manner. CONCLUSION These results may be useful for the future application of saponins from C. oleifera cake. However, the potential use of the saponin-rich fraction as an antimicrobial agent should be decided according to the target micro-organisms in order to avoid causing harm in humans.
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- Jie-Lun Hu
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330047, China
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Harvey DJ. Analysis of carbohydrates and glycoconjugates by matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometry: an update for 2007-2008. MASS SPECTROMETRY REVIEWS 2012; 31:183-311. [PMID: 21850673 DOI: 10.1002/mas.20333] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2010] [Revised: 01/04/2011] [Accepted: 01/04/2011] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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This review is the fifth update of the original review, published in 1999, on the application of MALDI mass spectrometry to the analysis of carbohydrates and glycoconjugates and brings coverage of the literature to the end of 2008. The first section of the review covers fundamental studies, fragmentation of carbohydrate ions, use of derivatives and new software developments for analysis of carbohydrate spectra. Among newer areas of method development are glycan arrays, MALDI imaging and the use of ion mobility spectrometry. The second section of the review discusses applications of MALDI MS to the analysis of different types of carbohydrate. Specific compound classes that are covered include carbohydrate polymers from plants, N- and O-linked glycans from glycoproteins, biopharmaceuticals, glycated proteins, glycolipids, glycosides and various other natural products. There is a short section on the use of MALDI mass spectrometry for the study of enzymes involved in glycan processing and a section on the use of MALDI MS to monitor products of the chemical synthesis of carbohydrates with emphasis on carbohydrate-protein complexes and glycodendrimers. Corresponding analyses by electrospray ionization now appear to outnumber those performed by MALDI and the amount of literature makes a comprehensive review on this technique impractical. However, most of the work relating to sample preparation and glycan synthesis is equally relevant to electrospray and, consequently, those proposing analyses by electrospray should also find material in this review of interest.
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- David J Harvey
- Oxford Glycobiology Institute, Department of Biochemistry, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3QU, UK.
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Guillaume D, Charrouf Z. Argan oil and other argan products: Use in dermocosmetology. EUR J LIPID SCI TECH 2011. [DOI: 10.1002/ejlt.201000417] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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Guinda A, Rada M, Delgado T, Castellano JM. Pentacyclic triterpenic acids from Argania spinosa. EUR J LIPID SCI TECH 2010. [DOI: 10.1002/ejlt.201000342] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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El Monfalouti H, Guillaume D, Denhez C, Charrouf Z. Therapeutic potential of argan oil: a review. J Pharm Pharmacol 2010; 62:1669-75. [DOI: 10.1111/j.2042-7158.2010.01190.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 104] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Objectives
The therapeutic benefits of argan oil consumption have been claimed by natives of Morocco and explorers for more than eight centuries. However, argan oil has remained unresearched for a long time. Traditionally, argan oil has been well known for its cardioprotective properties and it is also used in the treatment of skin infections. Argan oil is principally composed of mono-unsaturated (up to 80%) and saturated (up to 20%) fatty acids. As minor components, it contains polyphenols, tocopherols, sterols, squalene, and triterpene alcohols. Together with the mono-unsaturated fatty acids, these minor components are likely to be responsible for its beneficial effects. This review aims to present an overview of the known pharmacological properties of argan oil.
Key findings
Antiproliferative, antidiabetic, and cardiovascular-protective effects of argan oil have been particularly actively evaluated over the last 5 years in order to build on phytochemical studies that indicate the presence of large amounts of possibly pharmacologically active compounds.
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This review shows that a lack of clinical data constitutes a serious weakness in our knowledge about argan oil, therefore it is difficult to correlate the reported pharmacological activities to any potential clinical relevance.
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- Hanae El Monfalouti
- Université de Reims Champagne Ardenne, Laboratoire de Chimie Thérapeutique, 51 Rue Cognacq Jay, 51100 Reims, France
- Université Mohammed V-Agdal, Laboratoire de Chimie des Plantes, Faculté des Sciences, BP 1014, Rabat, Morocco
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- Université de Reims Champagne Ardenne, Laboratoire de Chimie Thérapeutique, 51 Rue Cognacq Jay, 51100 Reims, France
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- Université de Reims Champagne Ardenne, Laboratoire de Chimie Thérapeutique, 51 Rue Cognacq Jay, 51100 Reims, France
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- Université Mohammed V-Agdal, Laboratoire de Chimie des Plantes, Faculté des Sciences, BP 1014, Rabat, Morocco
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Harhar H, Gharby S, Kartah BE, El Monfalouti H, Charrouf Z, Guillaume D. Long Argan Fruit Drying Time is Detrimental for Argan Oil Quality. Nat Prod Commun 2010. [DOI: 10.1177/1934578x1000501122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Argan oil is extracted from the kernels of argan fruits that have been sun-dried for either a few days or up to several weeks. The influence of the fruit drying time on the quantity, quality, and preservation of solvent-extracted argan oil was compared with press-extracted argan oil. Quantitatively, the time necessary for efficient fruit peeling and the amount of extracted oil were determined with regard to the fruit drying time (0 to 28 days). Argan oil quality was studied using, as markers, moisture content, specific extinction, acid index, peroxide index, fatty acid composition, and Rancimat oxidative stability. Oil from fresh fruit presents a high moisture content, high acidity and peroxide values, and short shelf life. Ten to fourteen days of sun-drying is optimum to obtain high quality argan oil.
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- Hicham Harhar
- Laboratoire de Chimie des Plantes et de Synthèse Organique et Bioorganique, Faculté des Sciences, Université Mohammed V-Agdal, BP 1014- Rabat, Morocco
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- Laboratoire de Chimie des Plantes et de Synthèse Organique et Bioorganique, Faculté des Sciences, Université Mohammed V-Agdal, BP 1014- Rabat, Morocco
- Laboratoire Contrôle Qualité, Lesieur-Cristal, 1 rue caporal Corbi, 20300 Roches Noires, Casablanca, Morocco
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- Laboratoire de Chimie des Plantes et de Synthèse Organique et Bioorganique, Faculté des Sciences, Université Mohammed V-Agdal, BP 1014- Rabat, Morocco
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- Laboratoire de Chimie des Plantes et de Synthèse Organique et Bioorganique, Faculté des Sciences, Université Mohammed V-Agdal, BP 1014- Rabat, Morocco
- CNRS-UMR6229-UFR Médecine-Pharmacie, 51 rue Cognacq-Jay, 51100 Reims, France
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- Laboratoire de Chimie des Plantes et de Synthèse Organique et Bioorganique, Faculté des Sciences, Université Mohammed V-Agdal, BP 1014- Rabat, Morocco
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- CNRS-UMR6229-UFR Médecine-Pharmacie, 51 rue Cognacq-Jay, 51100 Reims, France
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This review covers the isolation and structure determination of triterpenoids including squalene derivatives, protostanes, lanostanes, holostanes, cycloartanes, dammaranes, euphanes, tirucallanes, tetranortriterpenoids, lupanes, oleananes, friedelanes, ursanes, hopanes, isomalabaricanes and saponins; 574 references are cited.
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Sustainable Development in Northern Africa: The Argan Forest Case. SUSTAINABILITY 2009. [DOI: 10.3390/su1041012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Charrouf Z, Guillaume D. Argan oil: Occurrence, composition and impact on human health. EUR J LIPID SCI TECH 2008. [DOI: 10.1002/ejlt.200700220] [Citation(s) in RCA: 117] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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Charrouf Z, Guillaume D. Argan Oil, Functional Food, and the Sustainable Development of the Argan Forest. Nat Prod Commun 2008. [DOI: 10.1177/1934578x0800300237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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For years, in southwestern Morocco, the decline of the argan forest has been accompanied by the concomitant desert encroachment. Preservation of this forest by increasing the economic value of argan tree was proposed twenty years ago, but successful large scale production of certified, high quality argan oil, an edible oil introduced as a functional food, has only been recently achieved. Argan oil is now marketed in most developed countries, despite its elevated price, and protection of the argan forest is now seriously being considered. The aim of this work is to present the recent progress made in argan oil production, the ways explored to commercialize the oil extraction by-products, and recent attempts to use other argan tree parts as part of a long term aim to preserve the argan forest.
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- Zoubida Charrouf
- Laboratoire de Chimie des Plantes et de Synthèse Organique et Bioorganique, Faculté des Sciences, Université Mohamed V-Agdal, Avenue Ibn Batouta, BP1014, Rabat, Morocco
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