Name L-Ergothioneine;Ergothioneine
MF C9H15N3O2S
EINECS No. 207-843-5
Appearance White Powder
Brand Name Season
CAS No 497-30-3
Source Fermentation
Specification 0.5%-99%
Test Method HPLC

Ergothionine (EGT) is a natural sulfur-containing amino acid with significant antioxidant properties.
The chemical name of ergothionein is mercapto histidine trimethyl internal salt.

Ergothionein has multiple physiological functions in the human body:

Antioxidant effect:
Ergothionein can scavenge free radicals, protect cells from oxidative stress damage, and its antioxidant capacity even exceeds that of coenzyme Q10 and glutathione.

Cell protection:
It can protect DNA and proteins from oxidative damage and reduce the damage of external factors such as ultraviolet radiation to cells.
Anti inflammation and detoxification: Ergothionein can inhibit inflammatory reactions and bind with heavy metal ions to help eliminate toxins from the body.

Anti aging:
By reducing tissue protein glycation and improving skin elasticity, ergotamine has shown significant effects in anti-aging.
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