Category Archives: Ursolic Acid

Ursolic Acid For Brain Health

Posted on November 12, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Ursolic acid is a triterpenoid compound synthesised by plants as a secondary metabolite. Ursolic acid is present in the human diet in high amounts where large amounts of plant foods are consumed. The typical Western diet is therefore low in … Continue reading →

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Ursolic Acid: Neuroprotective Terpenoid

Posted on November 11, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Ursolic acid is a triterpenoid found in plants. The chemical name for ursolic acid is  3β-hydroxy-12-ursen-28-ic acid. Over 20,000 terpenoids have been identified in plants and many of these are present in the edible plants that humans consume. The human … Continue reading →

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Ursolic Acid Against Anxiety?

Posted on November 10, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Terpenoids (terpenes) are a group of phytochemicals synthesised by plants and found abundantly in edible fruit and vegetables. Terpenoids have been researched for their biological effects and in this regard have been found to have significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. … Continue reading →

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