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Malic acid

In vitro

Mechanism of Action

Contributes to astringent and cooling properties; supports digestive function and energy metabolism
Mild keratolytic and antimicrobial activity; contributes to cooling sensation on skin
Principal organic acid of the fruit; contributes to digestive stimulation
Contributes to digestive stimulation and the characteristic sharp flavour of unripe fruit
Contributes to mildly diuretic and digestive stimulant properties of the fruit

Research Notes

GooseberryWestern

Malic acid contributes to fruit astringency and supports digestive function. Well-characterised organic acid with established metabolic roles.

HouseleekWestern

Organic acids in houseleek contribute to the antimicrobial and mild keratolytic activity consistent with traditional use for warts and skin conditions.

Mild antimicrobial properties documented in vitro.

Malic acid is a common fruit organic acid contributing to taste and mild digestive stimulant activity.

Well-characterised organic acid with established roles in digestive stimulation and mild diuretic activity.

Found In 5 Herbs

3D Molecular Structure

Organic acid
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Malic acid

Organic acidBioactive phytochemical with therapeutic properties

Representative pattern: C₄H₂NO

Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Hydrogen

Related Compounds (Organic acid)

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