hesperidin

American  

[he-sper-i-din] / hɛˈspɛr ɪ dɪn /

noun

Biochemistry.

1. a crystallizable, bioflavinoid glycoside, C 28 H 34 O 15 , occurring in most citrus fruits, especially in the spongy envelope of oranges and lemons.

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hesperidin British  

/ hɛˈspɛrɪdɪn /

noun

1. a glycoside extracted from orange peel or other citrus fruits and used to treat capillary fragility

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Etymology

Origin of hesperidin

From New Latin, dating back to 1830–40; see origin at Hesperides, -in ²

Example Sentences

Further studies suggested that 5-vinylguaiacol is formed during pasteurization when the characteristic orange juice component hesperidin reacts with peracetic acid.

From Science Daily • Feb. 6, 2024

Next, he relied heavily on the theory that the ability of the male sperm to penetrate an ovum depends largely on the enzyme hyaluronidase, and argued that the hesperidin must counteract this enzyme.

From Time Magazine Archive

Further, Dr. Sieve speculated that the hesperidin helps a layer of cells around the ovum to clump together and keep the sperm out; that too, say physiologists, rests on an unproved theory.

From Time Magazine Archive

Plain hesperidin, known for years, is related to so-called vitamin P. These preparations have been tried with indifferent results in a variety of ailments, from kidney disorders and psoriasis to radiation sickness.

From Time Magazine Archive

The peel furnishes hesperidin, a volatile oil, gallic acid, and a bitter principle.

From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by Fernie, William Thomas