Maslinic Acid Powder CAS 4373-41-5
What is Maslinic Acid ?
Maslinic acid is a pentacyclic triterpene acid, which is mainly found in natural plants such as hawthorn, red dates, loquat leaves and olives. It is highly safe for the human body. In recent years, studies have found that maslinic acid has multiple biological activities such as antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-diabetic. Maslinic acid is a pentacyclic triterpene compound in chemical structure, specifically 12-ene oleanol (2α, 3β stereoisomer) substituted by hydroxyl groups at positions 2 and 3 and carboxyl groups at position 28. Its solubility in ethanol: buffered water (pH 7.2) solution at 25°C is 0.3mg/mL. It is a solid and can be stored for 1-2 weeks at -4°C and for a long time at -20°C.
What are the benefits?
1. Antioxidant effect: Maslinic acid has strong antioxidant ability, which can remove free radicals in the body and protect cells from oxidative damage. Studies have found that maslinic acid has a significant scavenging effect on DPPH free radicals, ABTS free radicals, etc., and its antioxidant capacity far exceeds that of vitamins C and E.
2. Blood lipid-lowering effect: Maslinic acid can reduce plasma levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, while increasing high-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels, thereby improving dyslipidemia. In addition, maslinic acid can also inhibit the activity of fat synthase and reduce fat synthesis.
3. Anti-diabetic effect: Maslinic acid can lower blood sugar levels and improve insulin resistance. Research has found that maslinic acid can increase insulin sensitivity, promote glucose uptake and utilization, and thereby reduce blood sugar levels.
4. Hepatoprotective effect: Maslinic acid can protect the liver from damage by drugs, alcohol and other harmful substances. Studies have found that maslinic acid can inhibit liver cell apoptosis, reduce liver inflammatory response, and thus protect liver function.
5. Anti-inflammatory effect: Maslinic acid can inhibit inflammatory response and reduce inflammatory damage. Studies have found that maslinic acid can reduce the levels of inflammatory factors in plasma, inhibit the activation and migration of inflammatory cells, thereby reducing inflammatory damage.
Application direction
Food field: Maslinic acid is used as a food additive due to its sour taste and antioxidant properties. It can be added to jams, candies, and beverages to increase the acidity of food, extend the shelf life of food, and improve the taste of food.
Health products and animal feed: Maslinic acid is widely used in health foods and health products, such as hawthorn tea and hawthorn cake, to improve digestion, reduce fat and lose weight. At the same time, it is also used in animal feed to provide nutritional and health benefits.
Cosmetic field: As one of the natural active ingredients, maslinic acid is used in essences, lotions, masks and other products to delay skin aging and improve skin texture.
