What Is Quercetin?
The main source of quercetin powder is Sophora japonica, which is a kind of flavonoids. It is divided into anhydrous quercetin and dihydrate quercetin. The market is mainly composed of dihydrate quercetin, which is yellow needle-like crystals. Become anhydrous at 95-97°C, melting point is 314°C, soluble in cold ethanol (1:290), easily soluble in hot ethanol (1:23), soluble in methanol, ethyl acetate, glacial acetic acid, Pyridine, acetone, etc., are almost insoluble in water.
What Are Quercetin Benefits?
As a beneficial raw material of medicine and health products, quercetin powder has good expectorant and cough-relieving effects, and can also lower blood pressure, enhance capillary resistance, reduce capillary fragility, lower blood lipids, promote blood circulation, and regulate immunity , strengthen the body's ability to resist diseases, and treat chronic bronchitis. It is currently the main drug raw material for influenza and heart disease.
What Is Quercetin Used For?
1. As a pharmaceutical raw material, quercetin powder is often made into capsules, tablets or injections, which can eliminate phlegm and relieve cough, and treat coronary heart disease and cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
2. As an antioxidant, quercetin extract is used in oils, beverages, cold drinks, and processed meat products.
3. Quercetin in bulk is also a natural dye, which can be used as a medium dye for the color production of wool and cotton.
