Hippuric Acid
Description
Hippuric Acid is a type of Organic Acid.
Health Benefits of Hippuric Acid
Excretory System
Hippuric Acid may help to prevent and control Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) such as (bacterial) Cystitis by inhibiting the Detrimental Bacteria (especially Eschericia coli) that cause UTIs. [1]
These Substances Enhance the Function of Hippuric Acid
Organic Acids
Hippuric Acid is manufactured endogenously via the metabolism of Benzoic Acid and Quinic Acid (for example the Benzoic Acid and Quinic Acid contained in Cranberries metabolizes to Hippuric Acid when Cranberries are ingested).
These Foods may Enhance the Function of Hippuric Acid
Fruit
Bilberry may increase urinary Hippuric Acid levels. [2]
Cherry may increase urinary Hippuric Acid levels. [3]
Although the Cranberry does not contain Hippuric Acid, the Benzoic Acid and Quinic Acid content of the Cranberry metabolizes within the body to form Hippuric Acid.
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