Tangeretin (5,6,7,8-tetramethoxy-2-[4-methoxyphenyl]-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one 5,6,7,8,4′-pentamethoxyflavone) are very bitter tasting citrus Flavonoids, having the typical Flavonoid structure and contains five (5) methoxyl groups.
• There high level of methoxylation increases the hydrophobic character of tangeretin.
• Tangeretin can be found in the peels of most Citrus Fruits, though commercial tangeretin is extracted from citrus peels. The Whole Orange fruit can contain up to 30 ppm tangeretin, but also Orange Juice contains some quantity.
• Formula: C20H20O7
Health Benefits of Tangeretin
Cancer & Tumor Prevention
• Tangeretin acts as an anti-tumor agent, inducing apoptosis in Leukemia cells without being toxic to normal cells.
• It stops the growth of Cancer cell in the G1 phase and also seems to counteract tamoxifen (the Anti-Cancer drug).
Foods & Cancer
Cardiovascular System
• Tangeretin has Cholesterol lowering properties, significantly reducing serum levels of bad (LDL) Cholesterol (up to 40%).
Foods & Cardiovascular System
Immune System
• Tangeretin is readily absorbed in tissues. hence having many beneficial properties (such lowering of Cholesterol, anti-tumor activity and neuroprotective action).
Foods & Immune System
The Brain & Nervous System
• Tangeretin has potential neuroprotective activity, where its shown to increase the levels of dopamine.
Foods & Nervous System
Foods Containing Tangeretin
Herbs Containing Tangeretin
