Maple water (Acer saccharum sap), a traditional North American beverage: anti-inflammatory activity and potential functional relevance for skin health (opens in new tab)

Maple water (Acer saccharum sap) is a traditional seasonal beverage consumed in North America; however, its functional relevance as a bioactive dietary resource remains poorly understood. This study evaluated the anti-inflammatory and skin-protective effects of maple water extract, aiming to bridge traditional consumption with modern functional interpretation. In RAW264.7 macrophages, maple water extract inhibited lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced nitric oxide production without cytotoxicity a...