Luteolin

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Luteolin is one of a group of substances called bioflavonoids (specifically, a flavanone), known for their powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Commonly found in celery, green pepper, and artichokes, luteolin is thought to inhibit the growth of tumors. Other foods rich in luteolin include thyme, chamomile tea, carrots, olive oil, peppermint, rosemary, oregano, basil, parsley, dandelion, and lemons. As such, luteolin is considered an aid in the treatment and prevention of cancer

Product Features

Health Benefits

Anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and anti-virus.2.
Having a good inhibition on prostate cancer and breast cancer.
Relaxing and protecting vascular.
Reduce the level of hepatic fibrosis and protect liver cells from damage.
Strong powerful antioxidant effect.
Lower the uric acid and promot uric acid excretion.

Applications of Luteolin

Solubility Data

Solvent	Max Conc.mg/ml	Max Conc.mM
1eq. NaOH	1.43	5
DMSO	14.31	50
Ethanol	7.16	25

Uses of Luteolin

Luteolin has many uses as a health supplement due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. These properties allow luteolin to scavenge reactive compounds containing oxygen and nitrogen, which can cause cellular damage. Additional biological effects of luteolin include the activation of the dopamine transporter.

Luteolin is produced by many plants, many of which are edible. Significant dietary sources of luteolin include citrus fruits, especially oranges. Broccoli, carrots, celery and green pepper are vegetables that also contain luteolin. Herbs with luteolin include parsley, peppermint, rosemary and oregano. Peanut hulls are one of the most important commercial sources of luteolin. These hulls are an inexpensive source since they’re a by-product of processed peanuts.

Ethanol reflux is a common method of extracting luteolin from peanut hulls. This process essentially consists of mixing the powdered hulls with 70 percent ethanol to obtain a liquid/solid ratio of 20:1. This mixture is then heated at 85 degrees Celsius for at least 1.5 hours. The vapor that comes off the mixture is high in luteolin, which can be further concentrated to a high level of purity.