What question did this study set out to answer?

To investigate the antioxidant and neuroprotective properties of Melissa officinalis subsp. altissima.

February 19, 2026Open Access

From wild plant to functional ingredient: phytochemical insights and neuroprotective activity of Melissa officinalis subsp. altissima

Q: What does this research mean for the field?

Melissa officinalis subsp. altissima exhibits neuroprotective effects, supporting its application in functional foods for brain health. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

DADonatella AmbroselliSapienza University of Rome FMFabrizio MasciulliUniversity of Chieti-Pescara MAManal EL ALICentre National de la Recherche Scientifique

Key Points

To investigate the antioxidant and neuroprotective properties of Melissa officinalis subsp. altissima.
Analyzed phytochemical composition of the plant.
Evaluated antioxidant activity in laboratory tests.
Assessed anti-inflammatory effects potentially linked to neuroprotection.
Melissa officinalis subsp. altissima demonstrated significant antioxidant activity.
Observation of anti-inflammatory effects that support neuroprotection.
Potential application in functional foods for enhancing brain health.

Abstract

Melissa officinalis subsp. altissima exhibits antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects, supporting its application in functional foods for brain health.

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