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Crocetin
Clinical trialMechanism of Action
Neuroprotective via antioxidant and anti-apoptotic pathways; cardioprotective through lipid-lowering; improves oxygen diffusion in plasma
Research Notes
SaffronAyurvedic
Crocetin is the aglycone of crocin with superior bioavailability. RCTs demonstrate lipid-lowering effects and improved oxygenation. Neuroprotective in animal models of retinal degeneration.
Found In 1 Herb
3D Molecular Structure
Carotenoid (apocarotenoid dicarboxylic acid)
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Crocetin
Carotenoid (apocarotenoid dicarboxylic acid)Bioactive phytochemical with therapeutic properties
Representative pattern: C₄H₂NO
Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Hydrogen
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