Isoferulic acid
Isoferulic Acid
Isoferulic acid (pronunciation: eye-so-fe-ru-lik as-id) is a hydroxycinnamic acid, a type of phenolic acid that is a minor constituent in the human diet. It is a derivative of ferulic acid, distinguished by the position of the hydroxyl substitution on the phenyl ring.
Etymology
The term "Isoferulic acid" is derived from the Greek word "iso" meaning "equal" and "ferulic acid", a hydroxycinnamic acid. The "iso" prefix indicates a variation in the structure of the ferulic acid molecule.
Chemical Structure and Properties
Isoferulic acid is a benzoic acid that is 3-hydroxybenzoic acid bearing additional methoxy and prop-1-enoxy substituents at positions 4 and 5 respectively. It is a conjugate acid of an isoferulate. It has a role as a plant metabolite, an antioxidant, and an anti-inflammatory agent.
Related Compounds
Isoferulic acid is related to other hydroxycinnamic acids such as ferulic acid, caffeic acid, and sinapic acid. These compounds are all phenolic acids that are found in a variety of plant-based foods.
Health Benefits and Uses
Isoferulic acid has been studied for its potential health benefits. It has been found to have antioxidant properties, which means it can help to neutralize harmful free radicals in the body. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to reduce inflammation in the body. Isoferulic acid is also being studied for its potential to improve cardiovascular health and to help with weight management.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Isoferulic acid
- Wikipedia's article - Isoferulic acid
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