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Ivy extract and its application prospect


The global ivy extract market size in 2021 will be $1.8 billion, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.7% by 2028. The key factor driving this growth is the increase in the use of ivy extract as a food additive ingredient, accounting for more than one-third of the total demand in the Asia Pacific region. It is expected that the forecast period will grow at a higher rate globally due to the increased awareness of its benefits among global consumers.

Ivy

"Hederahelix L." is a plant of the genus Ivy of the acanthopanaceae, derived from the Compendium of Materia Medica. It is mainly produced in Shaanxi, Gansu, and south of the Yellow River basin to southern China. Ivy can be harvested all year round, usually in autumn, cut into sections and dried in the sun. Ivy vine is used as a whole plant for medicine, and its dry stems and leaves are mainly used in cosmetics.

The main components of Ivy are triterpenoid saponins, carotenoids, tannins, and carbohydrates. Among them, saponins are the most active component in ivy.

application prospect

The main use of Ivy extract is to promote respiratory health. Ivy is used for bronchitis, burns, rheumatoid arthritis, and many other purposes. It can also be used for the skin to resist aging, and can be found in many ointments and creams.

Resolving phlegm and relieving cough

Some effective components of Ivy extract have expectorant and antitussive effects. This means that it helps reduce the accumulation of mucus in the respiratory system. During coughing, these mucus can be expelled through the mouth. Coughing can sometimes cause bronchomuscular spasm, and Ivy extract can alleviate the spasm.

Benefits for asthma and bronchitis

Ivy extract is particularly beneficial for patients with specific diseases such as asthma and bronchitis. Symptoms of these diseases include shortness of breath, coughing, and severe wheezing. This is related to decreased airflow in the lungs due to inflammation of the bronchial airways. Ivy extract can help promote lung related immune functions.

Antioxidant, anti aging skin

Lotion or ointment with ivy extract can resist wrinkles. It can improve dry skin and reduce fine lines on the face. If the skin is inflamed, burned, or damaged, ivy extract can promote cell regeneration and healing.

Reduce joint inflammation

Ointments containing ivy extract can also relieve pain associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatism. This type of ointment helps strengthen bones and reduce joint inflammation.