Maltol, a Natural Flavor Enhancer, Inhibits NLRP3 and Non-Canonical Inflammasome Activation
Maltol (3-hydroxy-2-methyl-4-pyrone) is used widely as a food and cosmetic supplement, and it has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Inflammasome causes the maturation and secretion of interleukin (IL)-1β and -18 through the activation of caspase-1 (Casp1), which contributes to various in...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-09-01
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| Series: | Antioxidants |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/11/10/1923 |