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A Review on Saponins

Author(s):

Dr. D V Surya Prakash , MIET Meerut; Prashant Sharma, M.I.E.T Meerut; Vinayak Sharma, M.I.E.T Meerut; Sujat Birda, M.I.E.T Meerut; Jitendra S, M.I.E.T Meerut

Keywords:

Saponin, Phytochemical, Anti-Cancer Activity, Food Ingredient, Cytotoxic Agent

Abstract

Saponins are natural plant glycosides and phytochemicals which possess a wide range of pharmacological properties. Chemically saponins are based on a Steroid. These are serving as anti-feedants in the plants. So it protects the plant from the microbes. Some plant saponins are playing a role character for enhancement of nutrient absorption. These are used as food ingredients and dietary supplements. The action of saponins is played on the endocrine systems, cardiovascular, central nervous systems and other miscellaneous.

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Paper ID: IJSRDV6I70315
Published in: Volume : 6, Issue : 7
Publication Date: 01/10/2018
Page(s): 575-576

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