AUTHOR(S) / АУТОР(И): Danka Milovanović 
, Valentina Nikolić , Beka Nešković , Marijana Simić , Slađana Žilić
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.46793/SBT26.677M
ABSTRACT / САЖЕТАК:
Chinese and Native Americans have long utilized corn silk (Stigma maydis), as an important medicinal plant, for the treatment of a variety of illnesses. In many regions of the world, including Turkey, the US, and France, it is also utilized as a remedy in traditional medicine. The biochemical properties and mechanisms of action of the plant’s bioactive components, such as flavonoids, are closely linked to their potential antioxidant capacity. Furthermore, the sample preparation and optimized extraction protocol are key factors that enable the full potential of maize silks bioactive compounds to be harnessed effectively. Researchers continue to explore innovative methods to enhance the extraction process, aiming to improve yield and potency while minimizing degradation of these valuable compounds.
KEYWORDS / КЉУЧНЕ РЕЧИ:
corn silk, bioactive compounds, antioxidant properties, extraction techniques
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT / ПРОЈЕКАТ:
This study was supported by the Ministry of Science, Technological Development, and Innovation of the Republic of Serbia (GrantNo.451-03-136/2025-03/200040).
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