This study aims to analyze the main biological and therapeutic properties of the Thymus genus, belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Thymus, with around 215 species, is known for its abundance of bioactive compounds such as thymol and carvacrol, which provide antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. The work examines the potential of Thymus essential oils as a natural alternative to chemical preservatives and antibiotics, with particular effectiveness against resistant microorganisms. The role of Thymus in promoting intestinal well-being, improving gastrointestinal health and quality of life, is also explored, along with its applications in antiviral and oncological fields. In conclusion, the study highlights the need for further research to fully exploit the potential of Thymus, positioning it as a key resource for nutraceuticals, natural medicine, and environmental sustainability.
Questo lavoro si propone di analizzare le principali proprietà biologiche e terapeutiche del genere Thymus, appartenente alla famiglia delle Lamiaceae. Il Thymus, con circa 215 specie, è noto per la sua ricchezza di composti bioattivi come timolo e carvacrolo, che conferiscono proprietà antimicrobiche, antiossidanti e antinfiammatorie. L’elaborato esamina il potenziale degli oli essenziali di Thymus come alternativa naturale ai conservanti chimici e agli antibiotici, con particolare efficacia contro microrganismi resistenti. Viene inoltre approfondito il ruolo del Thymus nel promuovere il benessere intestinale, migliorando la salute gastrointestinale e la qualità della vita, oltre alle sue applicazioni in ambito antivirale e oncologico. In conclusione, il testo sottolinea la necessità di ulteriori ricerche per sfruttare appieno il potenziale del Thymus, valorizzandolo come risorsa chiave per la nutraceutica, la medicina naturale e la sostenibilità ambientale.
Caratteristiche fitochimiche e proprietà nutraceutiche di Thymus sp.
BALBONI, GRETA MARIA
2024/2025
Abstract
This study aims to analyze the main biological and therapeutic properties of the Thymus genus, belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Thymus, with around 215 species, is known for its abundance of bioactive compounds such as thymol and carvacrol, which provide antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. The work examines the potential of Thymus essential oils as a natural alternative to chemical preservatives and antibiotics, with particular effectiveness against resistant microorganisms. The role of Thymus in promoting intestinal well-being, improving gastrointestinal health and quality of life, is also explored, along with its applications in antiviral and oncological fields. In conclusion, the study highlights the need for further research to fully exploit the potential of Thymus, positioning it as a key resource for nutraceuticals, natural medicine, and environmental sustainability.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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