Kaempferol

Chemical Name: Kaempferol

CAS No.: 520-18-3

Chemical Structure: C15H10O6 

Molecular weight: 286.24 

Function:

Antibacterial Activity: Kaempferol possesses excellent antibacterial activity, including inhibiting the growth of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Additionally, it exhibits antibacterial effects against Vibrio cholerae and Enterococcus faecalis.

Anti-inflammatory Effect: Its anti-inflammatory effect is primarily achieved by inhibiting the expression of inflammatory factors.

Cancer Prevention: Long-term dietary intake of kaempferol may reduce the risk of cancer. Studies have shown that high intake of kaempferol can lower the recurrence risk of advanced colorectal adenomas and potentially decrease the risk of pancreatic cancer. Furthermore, it inhibits the hepatocyte growth factor and its receptor, which are associated with the growth and metastasis of childhood medulloblastoma.

Diabetes Prevention and Atherosclerosis Prevention: Kaempferol can inhibit the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) induced by copper ions, reducing the uptake of oxidized low-density lipoprotein (ox-LDL) by macrophages, thus potentially preventing atherosclerosis. Meanwhile, kaempferol also demonstrates similar effects to the hypoglycemic drug rosiglitazone, but with fewer adverse reactions, making it a promising new-generation insulin sensitizer.