Compound Monograph
Secoisolariciresinol
A plant lignan, precursor to mammalian enterolignans, found in nettle, flaxseed and other seeds.
Classification
Secoisolariciresinol is one of the lignans, 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? (1)
Secoisolariciresinol is one of the lignans, found in Stinging Nettle.