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Flavanone[edit]

Chemical structure of flavanone

Flavanone is a type of flavonoid, a class of polyphenolic compounds found in various plants. Flavanones are characterized by their unique chemical structure, which includes a 15-carbon skeleton consisting of two phenyl rings (A and B) and a heterocyclic ring (C). This structure is often referred to as a C6-C3-C6 configuration.

Chemical Structure[edit]

The basic structure of flavanone consists of a benzopyran moiety with a ketone group at the C4 position. The presence of the ketone group distinguishes flavanones from other flavonoids such as flavones and flavanols. The chemical formula for flavanone is C15H12O2.

Biosynthesis[edit]

Flavanones are synthesized in plants through the phenylpropanoid pathway. This pathway begins with the amino acid phenylalanine, which is converted into cinnamic acid by the enzyme phenylalanine ammonia-lyase. Subsequent enzymatic reactions lead to the formation of naringenin, a common flavanone, which serves as a precursor for other flavonoids.

Biological Functions[edit]

Flavanones play a significant role in plant physiology. They are involved in the protection against ultraviolet radiation, pathogen attack, and herbivory. In addition, flavanones contribute to the coloration of flowers, which is important for pollination.

Health Benefits[edit]

In humans, flavanones are known for their potential health benefits. They exhibit antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Flavanones are commonly found in citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons, and grapefruits, and are believed to contribute to the health benefits associated with the consumption of these fruits.

Examples of Flavanones[edit]

Some well-known flavanones include:

These compounds are often studied for their potential therapeutic effects in various diseases, including cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Related Pages[edit]

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-'''Flavanone''' is a type of [[flavonoid]], a class of plant secondary metabolites with antioxidant properties. Flavanones are found in a variety of fruits and vegetables, particularly citrus fruits such as oranges and grapefruits. They are known for their potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and anti-oxidative properties.
+{{DISPLAYTITLE:Flavanone}}
-== Structure and Classification ==
+==Flavanone==
+[[File:Flavanone_num.svg|thumb|right|Chemical structure of flavanone]]
+Flavanone is a type of [[flavonoid]], a class of [[polyphenolic]] compounds found in various [[plants]]. Flavanones are characterized by their unique chemical structure, which includes a 15-carbon skeleton consisting of two [[phenyl]] rings (A and B) and a heterocyclic ring (C). This structure is often referred to as a C6-C3-C6 configuration.
-Flavanones are characterized by the presence of a 15-carbon skeleton, consisting of two [[phenyl]] groups and a heterocyclic ring. This carbon structure can be abbreviated C6-C3-C6. The basic flavanone structure is a flavan nucleus, which consists of two phenyl rings (A-ring and B-ring) and a heterocyclic ring (C-ring).
+==Chemical Structure==
+The basic structure of flavanone consists of a [[benzopyran]] moiety with a [[ketone]] group at the C4 position. The presence of the ketone group distinguishes flavanones from other flavonoids such as [[flavones]] and [[flavanols]]. The chemical formula for flavanone is C15H12O2.
-Flavanones can be further classified into various subtypes based on the level of oxidation and pattern of substitution of the C-ring. Some of the most common flavanones include [[Naringenin]], [[Hesperetin]], and [[Eriodictyol]].
+==Biosynthesis==
+Flavanones are synthesized in plants through the [[phenylpropanoid pathway]]. This pathway begins with the amino acid [[phenylalanine]], which is converted into [[cinnamic acid]] by the enzyme [[phenylalanine ammonia-lyase]]. Subsequent enzymatic reactions lead to the formation of [[naringenin]], a common flavanone, which serves as a precursor for other flavonoids.
-== Sources ==
+==Biological Functions==
+Flavanones play a significant role in plant physiology. They are involved in the protection against [[ultraviolet radiation]], [[pathogen]] attack, and [[herbivory]]. In addition, flavanones contribute to the coloration of flowers, which is important for [[pollination]].
-Flavanones are predominantly found in citrus fruits. The peel and pulp of these fruits are particularly rich in flavanones. Other sources include tomatoes, aromatic plants, and certain types of honey.
+==Health Benefits==
+In humans, flavanones are known for their potential health benefits. They exhibit [[antioxidant]], [[anti-inflammatory]], and [[antimicrobial]] properties. Flavanones are commonly found in [[citrus fruits]], such as [[oranges]], [[lemons]], and [[grapefruits]], and are believed to contribute to the health benefits associated with the consumption of these fruits.
-== Health Benefits ==
+==Examples of Flavanones==
+Some well-known flavanones include:
-Research has suggested that flavanones may have several health benefits. They have been found to have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. Some studies have also suggested that they may help to prevent cardiovascular disease.
-== See Also ==
-* [[Flavonoid]]
 * [[Naringenin]]
 * [[Hesperetin]]
 * [[Eriodictyol]]
-== References ==
+These compounds are often studied for their potential therapeutic effects in various [[diseases]], including [[cardiovascular disease]] and [[cancer]].
-<references />
+==Related Pages==
+* [[Flavonoid]]
+* [[Phenylpropanoid pathway]]
+* [[Antioxidant]]
 [[Category:Flavonoids]]
-[[Category:Phytochemicals]]
-[[Category:Nutrition]]
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