Balance and staying calm are especially important these days. In the next episode of the podcast, we'll show you how the way herbs are prepared affects the bioactive compounds used to support the operation of the nervous system.
In our research, we compare various aqueous extraction methods – infusions, decoctions, decoctions and macerates – analysing the role of temperature and time in shaping antioxidant potential.
The research results indicate that:
- "hot" methods are often the most effective ones,
- preparation time is crucial for the stability of phytochemicals,
- a conscious approach to extraction is crucial.
In the podcast:
- we discuss research results,
- separate facts from simplifications,
- show how science supports everyday choices.
The episode is available on YouTube.
Peace of mind should be built on knowledge. We encourage you to listen and join the discussion!
Author Information
The podcasts have been prepared by the project manager – dr hab. Katarzyna Szafrańska, Associate Professor at the University of Lodz, based on chapters of a scientific monograph prepared by the project participants, presenting the results of research conducted as part of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education project “Science for Society II”.
The materials have been developed in a popular science format, using tools based on artificial intelligence (AI), to increase the accessibility of the content to a wide audience.
Source: dr hab. Katarzyna Szafrańska, Associate Professor at the University of Lodz (Department of Plant Ecophysiology, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz)
Edit: Kamila Knol-Michałowska, Mateusz Kowalski (Promotion Centre, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz)
