Maslinic Acid

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Description

Maslinic Acid is a type of Triterpenic Acid.

 

Maslinic Acid may Enhance the Function of these Substances

Digestive Enzymes

 Maslinic Acid may stimulate the production of Pancreatic Lipases within the Pancreas. 

 

Immune System

 Maslinic Acid may inhibit HIV Protease (an enzyme involved in the replication of the HIV virus that causes Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)).  [1]

 

Dietary Sources of Maslinic Acid

Oils (dietary Oils)

 Olive and Olive Oil is the only dietary source of Maslinic Acid.

 

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