TANNIN

Tannins can accelerate blood clotting, reduce blood pressure, reduce lipid levels, modulate immune responses.

The various effects of tannin vary between toxicity (animals) and inhibition (microorganisms).

1-Definition Of Tannin.

Tannin is also called tannic acid or gallotannic acid. Tannins are polyphenolic compounds in plants which give them defense against attacks by phytopathogens (bacteria, fungi, viruses) and predators (insects, herbivores).

2-Tannin In Biochemistry.

In their natural form, tannins are water-soluble phenolic compounds with molecular weights ranging from 300 to 500 and which have the ability to precipitate gelatin, alkaloids and proteins.

In general, tannins can be classified into one of two classes based on their structural characteristics: hydrolyzable and condensed tannins.

3-The Sources Of Tannin.

Vegetables are a good source of nutritionally important nutrients, such as minerals and dietary protein. Plant proteins are preferable to animal proteins because they are not associated with the onset of cardiovascular diseases.

4-A Medicinal Substance.

Tannins can accelerate blood clotting, reduce blood pressure, reduce lipid levels, modulate immune response.

5-Where We Find It ?

It is found in the following plants: Tormetilla, alchemilla, dandelion, mouse ear, euphrasia, plantin, agrimony, juniper, sage, pine, walnut, bramble, cinnamon, poplar, willow, birch.