Biodynamic activities of ellagic acid: A dietary polyphenol

Abstract

Plant polyphenols are fast-growing food products for the health beneficial properties. Ellagic acid (EA) is a fused four-ring polyphenol. It is present in the form of ellagitannin in plants. A significant quantity of EA was found in raspberry, blackberry, strawberry, cloudberry, and pomegranate. The present article provides ample information on the biological sources from fruits, its biotransformation, bioavailability, and metabolism along with biofunctions on human health.

Keywords

• biodegradation
• biological activity
• ellagic acid
• metabolism
• polyphenols