Myricetin

Myricetin is a flavonol type of flavonoid found in plants and herbs that could be beneficial to your health. Besides turmeric, these include carob pods, ginkgo, horse chestnut, red and black dates, and uva ursi. Studies suggest some myricetin-containing plants may help with thinning hair and cellulite.

Studies demonstrate myricetin has the following beneficial effects:

• Anti-cancer, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties.
• Inhibits thioredoxin, a protein that behaves as a growth factor that stimulates tumor growth and promotes the potential for metastasis.
• Potent inhibitor of protein kinase C (PKC) enzymes involved in the development and growth of cancer.
• Helps get rid of excess iron, which could be helpful in preventing Parkinson's disease.
• Relieves swelling in brain cells caused by loss of oxygen and glucose-conditions similar to those in a stroke.
• Delays the development or worsening of cataracts.
• Significantly blocks the formation of amyloid beta (Aβ) oligomers. These molecules are a precursor to the Aβ-protein fibrils that are toxic to brain cells in Alzheimer's disease.
• Reduces insulin resistance and helps regulate blood sugar metabolism.
• Blocks activation of receptors on cells for toxic dioxins and PCBs contained in contaminated food (such as rice oil).