Definition
Isol. from leaves of elderberry (Sambucus nigra) and from other plants
Description
Sambunigrin is found in black elderberry. Sambunigrin is isolated from leaves of elderberry (Sambucus nigra) and from other plantsSambunigrin belongs to the family of O-glycosyl Compounds. These are glycosides in which a sugar group is bonded through one carbon to another group via a O-glycosidic bond.
Sambunigrin Health Effects
General Information
- Metabolism: Organic nitriles are converted into cyanide ions through the action of cytochrome P450 enzymes in the liver. Cyanide is rapidly absorbed and distributed throughout the body. Cyanide is mainly metabolized into thiocyanate by either rhodanese or 3-mercaptopyruvate sulfur transferase. Cyanide metabolites are excreted in the urine. (L96)
- Uses/Sources: Sambunigrin is found in black elderberry. Sambunigrin is isolated from leaves of elderberry (Sambucus nigra) and from other plantsSambunigrin belongs to the family of O-glycosyl Compounds.