Persin - Wikipedia
Persin is an oil-soluble compound structurally similar to a fatty acid, a colourless oil, and it leaches into the body of the fruit from the seeds. The relatively low concentrations of persin in the ripe pulp of the avocado fruit is generally considered harmless to humans.
Why Is Persin Not Toxic To Humans - Vet Explains Pets
While persin can be harmful to some animals, such as birds and horses, it is not toxic to humans. In fact, research has shown that persin has anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and anti-bacterial properties that can benefit human health.
Understanding Toxins in Avocado Seeds - ThoughtCo
2019年6月23日 · They contain a small amount of a natural toxin called persin [(R, 12Z,15Z)-2-Hydroxy-4-oxohenicosa-12,15-dienyl acetate]. Persin is an oil-soluble compound found in the leaves and bark of the avocado plant as well as the pits.
Avocado Is Toxic To Dogs - Pet Poison Helpline
Avocado contains a toxin called persin, but only certain species of animals are poisoned by persin. While dogs and cats are rarely affected by persin, avocado poisoning can be deadly to birds and large animals (such as cows, goats, sheep).
Avocado Poisoning in Dogs - Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, …
2016年6月16日 · Avocado poisoning in dogs occurs when dogs ingest the pit of an avocado. The avocado pit contains a poisonous substance called persin, and, when ingested, can cause dogs to become ill. The avocado is potentially toxic, with the leaf being of most danger.
The Truth About Avocado Pits Being Poisonous - Teen Vogue
2016年8月20日 · There is a slight amount of persin, a fungicidal toxin similar to a fatty acid, in avocado pits, and the skin, bark, and leaves of the avocado tree.
Persin | C23H40O4 | CID 6443027 - PubChem
Persin | C23H40O4 | CID 6443027 - structure, chemical names, physical and chemical properties, classification, patents, literature, biological activities, safety/hazards/toxicity information, supplier lists, and more.
PERSIN - A PHYTOCHEMICAL IN AVOCADO FRUIT: ITS ROLE …
Persin is classified as an acetogenin; derived from the biosynthesis of long-chain fatty acids and with similar structure of linoleic acid. In vitro, persin has shown cytotoxic and proapoptotic effects in human breast cancer cell lines.
The Odyssey of Bioactive Compounds in Avocado (Persea …
A novel plant toxin, persin, with in vivo activity in the mammary gland, induces Bim-dependent apoptosis in human breast cancer cells. Mol. Cancer Ther. 2006;5:2300–2309. doi: 10.1158/1535-7163.MCT-06-0170.
The phytochemical and pharmacological profile of Persea …
Two analogs, persenones A (14) and B (17), along with persin (15), were found to inhibit superoxide (O 2-) and nitric oxide (NO) generation in cell culture, and may thus serve as cancer chemopreventive agents in inflammation-related organs.