Progress in the Study of Chemical Composition and Pharmacological Effects of Taro
Taro is widely distributed around the world,there are many kinds of taro,taro in China has a long history of cultivation,the formation of a variety of distinctive.Taro is rich in active substances,with antioxidant,anti-aging,anti-tumour,regulating gastrointestinal function,enhancement of immunity and other biological activities.However,there are differences in the way of obtaining active ingredients,structural characteristics and biological activities of taro in the literature.By reviewing the relevant literature at home and abroad,the structural characteristics and pharmacological effects of the chemical constituents were analysed and summarized to provide a reference for the in-depth study,food research and development,and functional product development and utilization of taro in the future.