Organic compounds isolated and extracted from the body of naturally existing organisms are collectively known as natural products. They are formed through photosynthesis and biochemical reaction inside the bodies of animals and plants. For example, starch comes from the seeds, stems and roots block of plants; meat, dairy products, eggs and cereals, beans are the basic source of protein; many drugs such as ephedrine, menthol and gall bladder are extracted from the corresponding organisms; indigo blue dye, red dye alizarin are respectively extracted from natural indigo leafs and madder; natural spices musk, jasmine, and rose also originate from the corresponding animal and plant body. The Chengdu Institute of Biology (Chinese academy of sciences) had promoted the research aspects of the natural products from the early 1960s, starting large-scale resources investigation of plants, amphibians, reptiles and microorganisms, mastering a lot of biological resources information in the southwest and the surrounding area. In the research aspect of active ingredients of natural medicinal plant, people have carried out research on the chemical constituents of hundreds of medicinal plants, isolating and identifying of a number of natural chemical components such as saponins, terpenoids, alkaloids, and flavonoids. Through this, people have further found over 100 kinds of novel natural compounds of some new structural skeleton and successfully developed a new herbal drug “DAXXK” for the treatment of cardiovascular disease. It has achieved good sales around the country with a total output value of 2.7 billion yuan and profits of 1.1 billion.
What is shellac used for?
?Shellac is a resin that is secreted by an insect onto tree trunks. The resin is scraped off and mainly used in food coatings, cosmetics, and varnishes.
Jul 1,2024 Natural ProductsWhat are the uses of Troxerutin?
TRX is a flavonol obtained from rutoside, a natural flavonoid, which is hydroxylated at the 3', 4' and 7th positions in the rutin structure.
Jun 20,2024 Natural ProductsThe side effects and Precautions of Lycopene
Lycopene (C40H56) is a red compound found naturally in fruits and vegetables.
Jun 13,2024 Natural ProductsBenefits and side effects of alpha-Arbutin on the skin
alpha-Arbutin is a hydroquinone derivative. It is obtained mainly by enzymatic synthesis of hydroquinone.
Jun 12,2024 Natural ProductsQ:Which foods include α-Lipoic Acid?
A:?α-Lipoic Acid is an antioxidant made naturally in the body and found in foods. It is used to break down carbohydrates and to make energy.
Jun 5,2024 Natural ProductsAn important raw material: Guaiacol
lignin using LeOTf)3 as a catalyst in catalyst methanol/water solvent.
May 15,2024 Natural ProductsGlobe thistle, Canada thistle, Milk thistle, and Star thistle
Thistle is the common name of a group of flowering plants characterized by leaves with sharp prickles on the margins, mostly in the family Asteraceae.
Apr 9,2024 Natural ProductsThe introduction of 3,4-Dimethoxybenzoic acid (Veratric acid)
Veratric acid (VA; 3,4-Dimethoxybenzoic acid) is a natural compound isolated from Sparassis crispa (cauliflower mushroom), which is an edible mushroom containing b-glucan that enhances anti-tumor resp
Mar 27,2024 Natural ProductsWhat are the benefits of ArganOil for skin and hair?
Argania spinosa kernel oil (Argan oil) is an amber-colored oil derived from the kernels of the argan tree (Argania spinosa), used for its composition of unsaturated fatty acids to nourish and protect
Mar 6,2024 Natural ProductsQ:Is Quercetin and Quercitrin the same?
A:Quercetin is the most common flavonoid, existing primarily in its glycoside form as quercitrin (3-rhamnoside).
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