Introduction of L-Epicatechin

Product name: L-Epicatechin
CAS:490-46-0
Description of L-Epicatechin:
L-Epicatechin is a polyphenolic bioflavonoid derived form green tea. It, chemically 2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)- 3,4-dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran-3,5,7-triol, is a white powder melting at ca 240 C. Bioflavonoids are called phytochemicals, Vitamin P, and Vitamin C2. There are about 2000 known bioflavonoids including  catechin, citrin, eriodictin, hesperetin, hesperidin, nobiletin, quercetin, rutin, sinensetin, and tangeretin. Vitamin P is not a dietary essential but is known to have the effect on capillary disorders.  It increases the strength of the walls of the blood capillaries and regulates their permeability. It may have an contribution to the total antioxidant activity and detoxifiers. It may enhance the action of Vitamin C. It is  considered that it lowers down cholesterol levels if it taken with Vitamin C. It is also know to have pharmacological action as an anti-inflammatory ,antihistaminic and antiviral agent.
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