Apigenin
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Summary of Apigenin
Primary information, health benefits, side effects, usage, and other important details
Apigenin is a bioflavonoid compound (specifically a flavone) which is found in a wide variety of plants and herbs. It is very abundant in chamomile tea, and exerts anxiety-reducing effects when consumed in these high doses. At even higher doses, it may be sedative.
Apigenin is also a very potent anti-cancer compound. It beneficially protects against a wide variety of cancers with high selectivity for cancer cells as opposed to non-cancerous cells. It also has a very high safety threshold, and active (anti-cancer) doses can be gained through consuming a vegetable and fruit rich diet.
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For general health and well-being, doses found in multiple servings of fruits and vegetables is adequate.
For anxiolytic effects, doses in the range of 3-10 mg/kg bodyweight are effective without sedation, and higher doses induce sedation in addition to reductions in anxiety.
Things to Note
Is a Form Of
Other Functions:
Primary Function:
Also Known As
4′, 5, 7, -trihydroxyflavone, biapigenin (a dimer found in nature)
Do Not Confuse With
Genistein
Apigenin is water-soluble, and chamomile tea is a great non-alcoholic source (as red wine and beer are good alcoholic sources)
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