Definition of "luteolin" [lu•te•o•lin]

• A particular flavone, found in many vegetables, that functions as an antioxidant (noun)

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• "A recent study looked at how a compound called luteolin, commonly found in parsley and celery slowed cognitive decline in older mice."
• ""Distribution and biological activities of the flavonoid luteolin.""
• "Scientists from the University of Seville in Spain note that the bioflavonoid luteolin has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities and may help detoxification."