About this ingredient
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Melitidin is a naturally occurring flavonoid glycoside found in certain citrus plants. It has been identified in bergamot (Citrus bergamia) and other citrus species, including pummelo. Melitidin is a complex citrus-derived polyphenolic compound and is structurally related to other flavonoid constituents found in citrus fruits. The exact amount in a botanical extract depends on the citrus source, plant part, extraction method, and standardization.
Melitidin is a citrus-derived flavonoid glycoside that has attracted scientific interest because of its presence in bergamot and other citrus fruits. PubChem identifies melitidin as a compound found in bergamot fruit (Citrus bergamia), while research has also identified it in pummelo and other citrus tissues.
Melitidin belongs to the broader group of plant polyphenols and flavonoid glycosides. Research has investigated its chemical properties and biological activity, including its potential relationship with cholesterol metabolism. However, these findings should not be interpreted as evidence that melitidin supplements prevent or treat high cholesterol in humans.
Melitidin may be encountered as part of bergamot or citrus botanical extracts rather than as a standalone ingredient. The concentration can vary significantly depending on the citrus species, plant tissue, extraction process, and standardization.
When purchasing a melitidin-containing product, check the botanical source, whether it is derived from bergamot or another citrus species, extract concentration, standardized flavonoid content, serving size, and additional ingredients.