Description
Dihydrokaempferol (DHK) is a natural flavonoid compound with many uses, including:
Anti-inflammatory: DHK has anti-inflammatory properties. For example, in one study, DHK was shown to alleviate inflammation in infantile pneumonia.
Anti-oxidative stress: DHK has anti-oxidative stress properties.
Inhibits liver cell growth: DHK inhibits the growth of liver cells by blocking the function of enzymes involved in fat synthesis and storage.
Promotes apoptosis: DHK promotes apoptosis by promoting Bax and Bad expression and inhibiting Bcl-2 and Bcl-xL expression.
Skin-whitening: DHK is a tyrosinase inhibitor, which can help prevent hyperpigmentation on the skin.
Treats severe acute pancreatitis: DHK has been shown to be effective in treating severe acute pancreatitis (SAP).
Treats rheumatoid arthritis: DHK may be effective as a new treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
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