Ergosterol

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Also known as:  Ergosterin;  Provitamin D2

 

Description

Ergosterol is a type of Phytosterol.

 

Ergosterol may Enhance the Function of these Substances

Vitamins

 On exposure to Ultra-Violet Radiation, Ergosterol converts to the Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2) form of Vitamin D (within Fungi and Yeasts exposed to UV Radiation).

 

Dietary Sources of Ergosterol

Fungi

 Ergosterol is a constituent of many Mushrooms and Yeasts including:

 Reishi Mushrooms

 

Chemical Data

Chemical Names

 (22E)-Ergosta-5,7,22-trien-3ß-ol

 7,22-didehydrocholesterol

 Ergosta-5,7,22-trien-3-b-ol

 

Molecular Formula

 C28H44O

 

 

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