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- Title
Therapeutic potential of argan oil: a review.
- Authors
Monfalouti, Hanae El; Guillaume, Dom; Denhez, Clément; Charrouf, Zoubida
- Abstract
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.
- Publication
The Journal of pharmacy and pharmacology, 2010, Vol 62, Issue 12, p1669
- ISSN
2042-7158
- Publication type
Journal Article
- DOI
10.1111/j.2042-7158.2010.01190.x