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D-Limonene: Promising and Sustainable Natural Bioactive Compound

Authors :
Haoran Lin
Ziyu Li
Yue Sun
Yingyue Zhang
Su Wang
Qing Zhang
Ting Cai
Wenliang Xiang
Chaoyi Zeng
Jie Tang
Source :
Applied Sciences, Vol 14, Iss 11, p 4605 (2024)
Publication Year :
2024
Publisher :
MDPI AG, 2024.

Abstract

The discovery of antibiotics and pesticides has greatly contributed to the social and economic development of human society but, due to the long-term irrational application, it has led to drug-resistant microorganisms, environmental damage, and other hazards, so the selection of alternative natural, safe, and non-hazardous bioactive substances is an effective solution for this problem. D-limonene is a bioactive compound widely present in various plant essential oils, exhibiting excellent broad-spectrum bioactivity and promising prospects for development and clinical application. This review provides a detailed overview of the biological activities of D-limonene, emphasizing its antimicrobial, anthelmintic, insecticidal, and medicinal potential. While nanoencapsulation technology shows promise in improving the physicochemical properties of D-limonene and enhancing its practical applications, it is also crucial to comprehensively evaluate the potential side effects of D-limonene before use.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20763417
Volume :
14
Issue :
11
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Applied Sciences
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.fd284a6ed1410c8d3e0582a030b440
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3390/app14114605