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Garcinol is a polyisoprenylated benzophenone derivative extracted from the fruit rind and leaves of Garcinia indica, also known as Kokum
Behera et al. 2016 Adv Exp Med Biol 928: 435-452
Kopytko et al. 2021 Int J Mol Sci 22(6): 2828

It inhibits histone acetyltransferases (HATs)
Kopytko et al. 2021 Int J Mol Sci 22(6): 2828

It is highly lipophilic, exhibiting extremely low aqueous solubility while being freely soluble in common hydrophilic or organic solvents
Gaonkar et al. 2017 Sci Rep 7: 530

Garcinol is characterized by its polyphenolic structure, which contributes to its potent antioxidant properties
Behera et al. 2016 Adv Exp Med Biol 928: 435-452