The possibilities of goutweed (Aegopodium podagraria L.) use in the composition of the functional foods for the prophylaxis of uric acid metabolism disorders

Abstract

Abstract: The data concerning the chemical composition of the promising herbal raw material – goutweed (Aegopodium podagraria L., Apiaceae) aerial part are summarized. Biological activity of the preparations obtained from this raw material is elucidated with the special emphasis on the possibilities of uric acid metabolism regulation. The disorders of the latter, mostly hyperuricemia, are not limited to the risk of gout and are involved into the development of hypertension, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome and other states. The ways for hyperuricemia correction need further improvement and the use of the substances of herbal origin including the functional products seems to be promising. In this context the possibilities of the development of snack bars containing goutweed aerial part powder are discussed.