Humulus lupulus L. a potential precursor to human health: High hops craft beer

González-Salitre L, Guillermo González-Olivares L, Antobelli Basilio-Cortes U · Food Chemistry · 2023 March

DOI 10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.134959

Objective

To investigate the physicochemical composition of hops influenced by cultivation and harvest conditions, as well as explore the bioactive compounds present in multiple varieties and their health benefits.

Conclusions

Different varieties of hops contain bioactive compounds with positive health benefits, such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, making them suitable for functional, nutraceutical, therapeutic, and pharmaceutical applications. The compounds in hops, particularly polyphenols, essential oils, and α and β acids, are of great industrial interest due to their association with flavor and aroma in beer production.

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