Biochem/physiol Actions
Natural compound isolated from onions. Belongs to the class of organic compounds known as flavanoid-3-o-glycosides. Quercetin possesses free radical scavenging activity, due to the presence of phenolic hydroxyl groups present at the B-ring and position 3. The glycosidic form of quercetin is metabolized to its conjugates (glucuronide or sulfate) for absorption in the intestine.
Natural compound isolated from onions. Belongs to the class of organic compounds known as flavanoid-3-o-glycosides.
General description
Quercetin is an important flavonoid present in most of the vegetables including onion. Quercetin 3-glucuronide is one of the polyphenol metabolites, that is found to be localized to the brain.
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