Compound Monograph

Hesperetin

A citrus flavanone, the aglycone of hesperidin, abundant in oranges and lemons; an antioxidant studied for anti-inflammatory, vascular-protective and neuroprotective activity.

Classification

Hesperetin is one of the flavonoids, part of the phenolics class. Antioxidant compounds built around one or more phenol rings — the flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, coumarins, and pigments behind much of a plant's protective chemistry.

Where Does It Come From? (3)

Hesperetin is one of the flavonoids, found in Lemon, Orange and Yerba Santa.