Improving the health-benefits of kales (Brassica oleracea l. var. acephala dc) through the application of controlled abiotic stresses: A review Academic Article in Scopus uri icon

abstract

  • © 2021 by the authors. Licensee MDPI, Basel, Switzerland.Kale (Brassica oleracea L. var. acephala DC) is a popular cruciferous vegetable originating from Central Asia, and is well known for its abundant bioactive compounds. This review discussethe main kale phytochemicals and emphasizes molecules of nutraceutical interest, including phe-nolics, carotenoids, and glucosinolates. The preventive and therapeutic properties of kale againschronic and degenerative diseases are highlighted according to the most recent in vitro, in vivo, and clinical studies reported. Likewise, it is well known that the application of controlled abiotic stressecan be used as an effective tool to increase the content of phytochemicals with health-promoting properties. In this context, the effect of different abiotic stresses (saline, exogenous phytohormonesdrought, temperature, and radiation) on the accumulation of secondary metabolites in kale is also presented. The information reviewed in this article can be used as a starting point to further validatthrough bioassays the effects of abiotically stressed kale on the prevention and treatment of chroniand degenerative diseases.

publication date

  • December 1, 2021

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