Extraction, Structural Characterization, and Biological Functions of <i>Lycium Barbarum</i> Polysaccharides: A Review

<i>Lycium barbarum</i> polysaccharides (LBPs), as bioactive compounds extracted from <i>L. barbarum</i> L. fruit, have been widely explored for their potential health properties. The extraction and structural characterization methods of LBPs were reviewed to accurately unders...

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Main Authors: Xiaojing Tian, Tisong Liang, Yuanlin Liu, Gongtao Ding, Fumei Zhang, Zhongren Ma
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-08-01
Series:Biomolecules
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2218-273X/9/9/389
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Summary:<i>Lycium barbarum</i> polysaccharides (LBPs), as bioactive compounds extracted from <i>L. barbarum</i> L. fruit, have been widely explored for their potential health properties. The extraction and structural characterization methods of LBPs were reviewed to accurately understand the extraction method and structural and biological functions of LBPs. An overview of the biological functions of LBPs, such as antioxidant function, antitumor activity, neuroprotective effects, immune regulating function, and other functions, were summarized. This review provides an overview of LBPs and a theoretical basis for further studying and extending the applications of LBPs in the fields of medicine and food.
ISSN:2218-273X