Dihydromyricetin

Dihydromyricetin (also known as ampelopsin) is a flavanonol, a type of flavonoid. It is found in the Ampelopsis species japonica, megalophylla, and grossedentata; Cercidiphyllum japonicum; Hovenia dulcis; Rhododendron cinnabarinum; some Pinus species; and some Cedrus species, as well as in some other plants and traditional medicines.

Chemistry

Dihydromyricetin is a flavanonol, a type of flavonoid, with the chemical formula C15H12O8. It is soluble in water and ethanol. It is a yellow crystalline powder at room temperature.

Sources

Dihydromyricetin is found in several species of plants and traditional medicines. It is most commonly found in the Ampelopsis species, including Ampelopsis japonica, Ampelopsis megalophylla, and Ampelopsis grossedentata. It is also found in Cercidiphyllum japonicum, Hovenia dulcis, Rhododendron cinnabarinum, some Pinus species, and some Cedrus species.

Uses

Dihydromyricetin has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is believed to have several health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-cancer, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as a hangover cure in some cultures.

Research

Research into the potential health benefits of dihydromyricetin is ongoing. Some studies have suggested that it may have anti-cancer properties, while others have suggested that it may help to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.

Safety

Dihydromyricetin is generally considered safe for consumption, but as with any supplement, it should be used under the supervision of a healthcare provider.

See also

• Flavonoid
• Traditional Chinese medicine
• Ampelopsis
• Hovenia