Phenolic Compounds - What are phenolic Compounds

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What is a phenolic compound?

It is a benzomatic ring with a hydroxyl group

What is a polyphenol?

A benzomatic ring with at least 2 hydroxyl groups

By what compounds are polyphenols made in a plant?

p-coumaroyl-CoA and malonyl-CoA

The Coenzyme is cut of and the compounds can be formed.
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What are the bonds possible in phenolic compounds?

  • C-C bond
  • Ester
  • Eter
  • Stacking
  • Metal chelation

What are the challenges with enriching a food product with phenolic compounds?

  • At a very low concentration they can already create an off taste because they tast bitter.
  • They can colour your food product.
  • They can be involved in enzymatic browning.

What can be the health effect of phenolic compounds?

  • Oestrogenic compounds
  • Antioxidants
  • Anti-microbial (phytoalexins)
  • Recalcitrant biomass (lignin)

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