TITLE
PHYTOCHEMICAL CHARACTERIZATION AND BIOLOGICAL ACTIVITY OF COMFREY (SYMPHYLUS OFFICINALE L.)
AUTHOR(S)
Kristiyan Stefanov1, Dragomir Vassilev2
ABSTRACT
Comfrey (Symphylus officinale L.) has a long history of use as a medicinal plant. Modern randomized controlled trials have confirmed the effectiveness and safety of comfrey preparations for treating pain, inflammation, and swelling in muscles and joints, particularly in conditions like degenerative arthritis, acute back pain, and sports injuries, including sprains, contusions, and strains. Other researchers hypothesized that comfrey is a valuable source of biologically active compounds, particularly dietary fiber with potential prebiotic properties, because it contains polysaccharide inulin and fructooligosaccharides. The purpose of this paper is to providing evidence about Comfrey’s biological activity, antioxidant potential, and phytochemical profile. Also to evaluate its role and application in both the food and pharmaceutical industries.
DOI
http://www.doi.org/10.70456/IEMH9021
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How to cite this article:
Kristiyan Stefanov1, Dragomir Vassilev2, PHYTOCHEMICAL CHARACTERIZATION AND BIOLOGICAL ACTIVITY OF COMFREY (SYMPHYLUS OFFICINALE L.)., UNITECH – SELECTED PAPERS - 2024