In this study, the oils were prepared from the 14 different cultivars of Plantago seeds from different area of China. The oils were evaluated for their fatty acid profiles, tocopherol contents, carotenoid compositions, and anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The Plantago seed oils were rich in linolenic acid (11.12-29.36 g/100 g oil) and had low n-6/n-3 fatty acid ratios. Their tocopherol contents were between 1.62 and 8.61�mol/g. The oils also showed significant inhibitory effects on mRNA expressions of inflammatory cytokines in LPS induced RAW 264.7 cells at the two tested concentrations. In addition, Plantago seed oils showed scavenging capability against oxygen and hydroxyl radicals and might serve as potential dietary antioxidants. These results may assist in cultivar selection for commercial production of Plantago seed oils as functional food and nutraceutical ingredients for promoting human health.

Fatty acids and phytochemical compositions of <i>Plantago</i> seed oils and their possible health beneficial properties

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Fatty acids and phytochemical compositions of Plantago seed oils and their possible health beneficial properties