HPLC-UV was used to compare the major constituents of two Pelargonium × hortorum cultivars and Pelargonium sidoides root extract. It revealed the presence of catechin and gallic acid in high concentrations and the absence of umckalin in P.
Fatma M. Abdel Bar +6 more
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Encapsulation of peach waste extract in Saccharomyces cerevisiae cells [PDF]
As a secondary industrial product, peach waste (PW) presents an ecological problem, but is potentially a rich source of natural antioxidants.
Cvetković Dragoljub D. +6 more
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Characterization of Plum Procyanidins by Thiolytic Depolymerization [PDF]
The phenolic compounds of ?Green Gage? (GG) plums (Prunus domestica L.), ?Rainha Cla?udia Verde?, from a ?protected designation of origin? (PDO), in Portugal, were quantified in both flesh and skin tissues of plums collected in two different orchards (GG-
Barros, António S. +6 more
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A widely distributed metalloenzyme class enables gut microbial metabolism of host- and diet-derived catechols. [PDF]
Catechol dehydroxylation is a central chemical transformation in the gut microbial metabolism of plant- and host-derived small molecules. However, the molecular basis for this transformation and its distribution among gut microorganisms are poorly ...
Balskus, Emily P +8 more
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Use of Spotted Knapweed/Star Thistle (Asterales: Asteraceae) as the Primary Source of Nectar by Early Migrating Monarch Butterflies (Lepidoptera: Nymphalidae) from Beaver Island, Michigan [PDF]
Recent observations over the past decade suggest that the invasive star thistle (aka spotted knapweed (Centaurea stoebe L.) provides much of the nectar that supports monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) in their pre-migratory and early migratory flight
Douglas, Matthew M
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Antioxidant Capacity and Antimicrobial Activity of Commercial Samples of Guava Leaves (\u3cem\u3ePsidium guajava\u3c/em\u3e) [PDF]
Psidium guajava is a small tree native to South and Central America. Guava leaves have traditionally been used for treating different illnesses. These benefits can be attributed to phenolics and flavonoids produced by guava.
Alsaidi, Sahar +11 more
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Plasma antioxidants from chocolate [PDF]
There is some speculation that dietary flavonoids from chocolate, in particular (-)epicatechin, may promote cardiovascular health as a result of direct antioxidant effects or through antithrombotic mechanisms. Here we show that consumption of plain, dark
AJ Charlton +12 more
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Catechins inhibit atherosclerosis in male rats on a high fat diet [PDF]
Background A catechin isolate from the green tea clone GMB 4, which shows antioxidant activity, may be a candidate drug for prevention of atherosclerosis.
Erna Susanti +2 more
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Human metabolism and elimination of the anthocyanin, cyanidin-3-glucoside: a 13C-tracer study [PDF]
BACKGROUND: Evidence suggests that the consumption of anthocyanin-rich foods beneficially affects cardiovascular health; however, the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination (ADME) of anthocyanin-rich foods are relatively unknown. OBJECTIVE:
Aedín Cassidy +50 more
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Larix decidua Bark as a Source of Phytoconstituents: An LC-MS Study [PDF]
Larix decidua bark is a waste of the timber industry and is widely diffused in Northern Italy. This material can be considered a good source of antioxidants and phytoconstituents with possible use in cosmetic or nutraceutical products.
Baldan, Valeria +8 more
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