Scientific Names: (2R,3S)-2-(3,4,5-trihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromene-3,5,7-triol
Gallocatechin (GC), also known as gallocatechol, is a polyphenol flavanol belonging to the flavan-3-ol category, a chemical compound that includes catechin. Found in sources like St John's wort and isolated from Acacia mearnsii, gallocatechin serves as a metabolite with distinct properties. Derived from various sources, such as green tea, coffee, safflower, and almonds, gallocatechin shares characteristics with other catechins, offering an array of benefits. Its attributes encompass anti-diabetic, antioxidative, antiviral, and antibacterial activities.