Hesperidin is a flavanone glycoside found in citrus fruits. Its aglycone form is called hesperetin. Its name is derived from the word "hesperidium", for fruit produced by citrus trees. It was first isolated in 1828 by French chemist Lebreton from the white inner layer of citrus peels (mesocarp, albedo)
Hesperidin is a flavonoid found in the skin of citrus fruits. Flavonoids are polyphenols that are important for human health and have antioxidant properties that are responsible for giving citrus fruit its color and flavor. Hesperidin is often sold as a health supplement and has been shown to repair and prevent cardiovascular disease.
Hesperidin is sometimes referred to as a biological flavonoid or vitamin P. Citrus fruits contain large amounts of this ingredient, so you can eat these fruits to get the nutrients you need.
Flavonoids and vitamins are important for everyone. Hesperidin is most easily found in foods rich in vitamin C and is an important component of vitamin C absorption. Vitamin C is made up of molecular chains, and flavonoids break that chain and make the vitamin more easily soluble in water and absorbed by the body. People with vitamin absorption problems can often benefit from taking hesperidin supplements.
Hesperidin supplements can be safely taken by most people. But some people (especially those allergic to citrus fruit) are likely to react to the compound. In addition, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and people who are taking blood thinners should consult a doctor before deciding whether to use them.
