ellagic acid

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A yellow crystalline compound, C₁₄H₆O₈, that is obtained from tannins and used as a hemostatic.

[French ellagique, from ellag, backward spelling of galle, plant gall, from Latin galla.]

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Berries contain anthocyanins and ellagic acid, both cancer-fighting compounds.

BERRY BERRY GOOD FOR YOU ANTIOXIDANTS, VITAMINS, FIBER AND MORE - ... by Daily News (Los Angeles, CA)

Good sources of phyroestrogens (plant-based chemicals, such as lutein, anthocyanin, ellagic acid and lignans), they're a veritable medicine cabinet" for menopausal women.

Begin your healthy future today. (Lifestyle Corner) by Peeke, Pamela / National Women's Health Report

They also contain flavonoids, anthocyanins, ellagic acid, and vitamin C.

The cranberry cure. (Herb Watch) by Craig, Winston J. / Vibrant Life

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