Gallic Acid
Gallic acid — tea phenolic acid and antioxidant reference standard. Antimicrobial and liver-supportive.
Datos Rápidos
- Fórmula química
- C₇H₆O₅
- Cantidad típica por taza
- 5,00 mg
Descripción
A phenolic acid found both free and as part of gallated catechins (EGCG, ECG) in tea. Released during brewing and digestion when gallated catechins break down. Gallic acid contributes to tea's astringent, slightly sour taste. It is one of the most well-characterized natural antioxidants and serves as a reference standard in polyphenol research (gallic acid equivalents, GAE). Higher levels in teas processed with microbial fermentation (pu-erh).
Beneficios para la salud
Strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, antimicrobial properties, supports liver health, may support healthy cell growth regulation, cardioprotective effects.