PROCYANIDIN A2

Uses

Procyanidin A2 is a type of procyanidin and is found in avocado, nuts and berries and may provide antioxidant activity as well as antiviral activity.

Definition

ChEBI: Proanthocyanidin A2 is a proanthocyanidin obtained by the condensation of (-)-epicatechin units. It has a role as an antioxidant, an anti-HIV agent, a metabolite and an angiogenesis modulating agent. It is a hydroxyflavan and a proanthocyanidin. It is functionally related to a (-)-epicatechin.