Vol. 5, Issue 4 (2017)
Extraction of polyphenols: A new perspective in chemical synthesis
Author(s): Dr. Rahul Mishra
Abstract: Polyphenols are class of compounds which are found in fruits, vegetables, walnuts, olives, tea leaves and many more. Polyphenols are antioxidant phyto-chemicals that prevent or neutralize the damaging effects of free radicals. They are secondary metabolites of plants and are generally involved in defense against ultra-violet radiation or aggression against pathogens. Polyphenols are various alcoholic compounds containing two or more benzene rings that each has at least one hydroxyl group attached. There are more than 100 naturally available products which contain polyphenols, the major dietary supplements are strawberry, grapes, pomegranate, cloves, spinach, black olive and tea which are available in the country and can be easily consumed. Polyphenols have wide range of applications viz., anti-ageing cosmetics, anti- cancer drugs, drugs to cure chronic disease, anti-oxidant rich beverages, helps in reducing cardio-vascular diseases, also constraints the levels of LDL.
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Dr. Rahul Mishra. Extraction of polyphenols: A new perspective in chemical synthesis. Int J Chem Stud 2017;5(4):1776-1779.
