To obtain CO2 extract from clover, inflorescences with adjacent leaf tips of clover stems are used.
Clover is considered a plant raw material for the production of a number of effective organic food additives. Clover CO2 extract has diuretic, diaphoretic, choleretic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, expectorant, hemostatic, astringent and antioxidant effects. The CO2 extract strengthens the immune system and cleanses the body of waste and toxins. The high content of phytoextracts has an extremely positive effect on maintaining normal metabolism. Clover extract helps lower low viscosity cholesterol in the blood and lowers the risk of heart disease. Clover was used in official medicine to obtain antifungal drugs.
Clover CO2 extract is not used in food production, but due to its healing properties and benefits, especially for the female body, it can be recommended as an additive to fresh vegetable salads, as a component of savory sauces or functional drinks.
Biozevtika clover CO2 extract is an oily liquid of light yellow or light brown color with a light floral-herbal aroma.
Main components of clover CO2 extract
| NAME | CONTENT IN % OF TOTAL VOLATILE COMPONENTS | FUNCTION |
| Alpha and beta-pinene | 11 | Antiseptics, local irritants, diuretics, expectorant |
| Beta carotene | 2,4 | Supplies the body with vitamin A. Active antioxidant, counteracts the formation of cancer cells. Has a positive effect on vision and supports healthy skin and mucous membranes |
| Tocopherol (vitamin E) | 1,8 | Strong antioxidant, prevents the formation of free radicals. Vitamin E actively participates in tissue regeneration and keeps skin young and healthy. Supports the function of the cardiovascular and reproductive systems |
| Vitamin K | 0,8 | Influences blood clotting and ensures rapid wound healing |
| Quercetin | 7,3 | Vitamin P, antioxidant, antitumor, capillary strengthening |
| Kaempferol | 5,6 | Tonic, capillary strengthening, anti-inflammatory, removes sodium salts |
| Formonophenitine (estrogen) | 0,3 | Helps reduce the risk of breast cancer in women and the risk of prostate cancer in men. Helps prevent the development of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and even Alzheimer’s disease. Considered an alternative to hormone replacement therapy and hailed as the #1 antidepressant for menopause, premenstrual syndrome and postpartum depression |
| Genistein (estrogen) | 0,3 | Helps reduce the risk of breast cancer in women and the risk of prostate cancer in men. Helps prevent the development of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and even Alzheimer’s disease. Considered an alternative to hormone replacement therapy and hailed as the #1 antidepressant for menopause, premenstrual syndrome and postpartum depression |
| Dreidzein (estrogen) | 0,2 | Helps reduce the risk of breast cancer in women and the risk of prostate cancer in men. Helps prevent the development of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and even Alzheimer’s disease. Considered an alternative to hormone replacement therapy and hailed as the #1 antidepressant for menopause, premenstrual syndrome and postpartum depression |
| Linoleic acid | 1,37 | Supports the cardiovascular system and helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Omega-6 acid |
In cosmetics, clover extract has the following effects:
– moisturizing, cleansing, antiseptic
– rejuvenating, restores the elasticity and tone of the skin
– Firming of the neck and décolleté
– Elimination of puffiness around the eyes
– Anti-dandruff, strengthening and nourishing hair, for more shine
– Against early graying of hair
Clover grows wild throughout Europe, Siberia, the Far East and Kamchatka, Central Asia and North Africa. It is grown as a fodder crop and as green manure.
