AN OVERVIEW OF SPEARMINT: THERAPEUTIC EFFECTS, IMPORTANCE IN HERBAL MEDICINE, AND IMPACTS ON THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM, PARTICULARLY REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
Diğer yayınlar > Diğer · 2025
Yazarlar: Uygun, Ferhat, Csupor, Dezső
Diğer, Uluslararası, 2025,
Özet
This thesis reviews the potential hormonal effects of spearmint (Mentha spicata), with a focus on its reported anti-androgenic activity in conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and hirsutism. It includes an original compound-based analysis linking key constituents-particularly rosmarinic acid, carvone, and selected flavonoids-to proposed mechanisms of androgen regulation. While clinical evidence remains limited, the study synthesizes current findings and discusses broader pharmacological properties of spearmint, supporting future research into plant-based approaches to endocrine health.