Monoalkylated Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (C18-EGCG) as Novel Lipophilic EGCG Derivative: Characterization and Antioxidant Evaluation
Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) has the highest antioxidant activity compared to the others catechins of green tea. However, the beneficial effects are mainly limited by its poor membrane permeability. A derivatization strategy to increase the EGCG interaction with lipid membranes is considered as...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-03-01
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Series: | Antioxidants |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/9/3/208 |