Gentisein

/dʒɛnˈtɪ.siːɪn/ noun

Definition

A flavonoid compound found in gentian plants and other botanical sources, studied for its potential health properties.

Etymology

From gentian plus the chemical suffix -ein (used in naming flavonoids and alkaloids). This is a modern chemical term coined by researchers analyzing plant compounds.

Kelly Says

Flavonoids like gentisein are the pigments that make fruits and plants colorful—they're also antioxidants that protect plant cells from damage. Gentisein specifically is being studied to see if it has anti-inflammatory properties in humans.

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