Solanine
Also known as: Solanin
Description
Solanine is a type of Glycoalkaloid. It is the Glycoside of the Alkaloid Solanidine.
Toxic Effects of Solanine
Digestive System
Solanine may cause Intestinal Cramps.
Nervous System
Solanine may interfere with the transmission of Nerve Impulses within the Nervous System.
Solanine may Interfere with these Substances
Enzymes
Solanine may inhibit the production of Cholinesterase enzymes, including Acetylcholinesterase.
These Factors may Enhance the Production of Solanine
Food Processing Methods
Food Irradiation may increase the susceptibility of Potatoes to Solanine formation:
Irradiated Potatoes that are contaminated with Solanine do not exhibit the normal green color of non-irradiated Potatoes that have been contaminated by Solanine.
Dietary Source of Solanine
Vegetables
Potatoes contain 7.5 mg of Solanine per 100 grams:
Potato Skins and Potato Eyes contain higher levels.
Green Potato Skins contain the highest levels.
Chemical Data
Chemically, Solanine is a trisaccharide,consisting of Glucose, Galactose and Rhamnose linked to Solanidine.
Molecular Formula
C45H73NO15
Molecular Weight
868.1
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