PostProperties of Indian Lotus Flower

Properties of Indian Lotus Flower The Indian lotus flower is mainly attributed astringent properties, mainly attributable to nuciferin, ramerine and tannins, to which a refreshing action is added. In addition, from animal studies, nuciferin has been shown to possess a pharmacological profile similar to that of chlorpromazine (a phenothiazine used in the treatment of various disorders, such as psychosis, anxiety states and intense pain). The quercetin contained in the plant, on the other hand, are ascribed anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Furthermore, in vitro studies have shown that this flavonoid-through the inhibition of catechol-O-methyl transferase - could be able to increase thermogenesis, favoring a possible weight loss. However, such activities have yet to be confirmed and need further investigation. Given the many properties possessed by the substances contained in the Indian lotus flower, the research carried out on this plant has been many, in order to identify its possible applications in the medical field. For example, one study in animals highlighted the potential anti-epileptic properties exerted by the lotus flower fruit; while another study confirmed the anti-inflammatory properties exerted by the extract of the leaves of the plant. Numerous other studies, finally, have shown that lotus flower extracts are potentially able to exert an anticancer action against different types of human tumors, such as, for example, colon cancer. However, despite the more than encouraging results obtained so far, further studies are necessary and, at the moment, the use of lotus flower or its derivatives is not approved for any type of therapeutic indication