Red Cabbage Extract Powder 10:1, 20:1, 50:1 TLC
【Botanical source】: Brassica oleracea var. capitata rubra
【Part used】: Leaves
【Specification】: 10:1, 20:1, 50:1 TLC,
【Extraction solvents】: Water
【Appearance】: Red purple fine powder
【Particle size】: 95% pass 80 mesh size
【Main ingredients】: Red cabbage is rich in active ingredients such as anthocyanins (mainly cyanidins), vitamin C, vitamin K, and glucosinolates. In addition, it also contains abundant dietary fiber, various minerals (such as potassium and calcium), and polyphenolic substances. These ingredients together endow it with powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and help maintain cardiovascular and intestinal health.
【Storage conditions】：Store at room temperature in a sealed manner, away from light, and in a ventilated, cool, and dry environment.
【Shelf life】： 24 months from the production date

Red Cabbage Extract Powder Production Flowchart
Red cabbage raw materials -Coarse powder(40 mesh) -Low temperature water extraction – 1^st Reflux Extraction(10 times water,2 Hrs) – 2^nd Reflux Extraction8 times water,1.5 Hrs) – 3rd Reflux Extraction(6 times water,1 Hrs) – Extraction Solution-combine&Filtrate-Concentrate-Extractum-spray drying – screening – packaging – detection of physical and chemical indicators – warehousing

Specification Sheet of Red Cabbage Extract Powder

Extended Reading

Modern Pharmacological Effects of Red Cabbage Extract

Red cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra) extract is a concentrated source of potent bioactive compounds, with its distinctive purple-red color originating from a high concentration of anthocyanins (primarily cyanidin glucosides). It is also rich in glucosinolates (and their hydrolysis products like sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol), phenolic acids, flavonoids, and vitamins (notably vitamin C and K). Modern research has moved beyond its nutritional value to reveal a broad spectrum of pharmacological activities.

Key Pharmacological Effects:

1. Antioxidant & Anti-inflammatory: The anthocyanin and polyphenol complex provides exceptional free radical scavenging and metal chelating capacity, significantly reducing oxidative stress. This directly translates to potent anti-inflammatory effects, mediated through the downregulation of key inflammatory mediators (e.g., TNF-α, IL-6, COX-2, iNOS) via inhibition of the NF-κB and MAPK signaling pathways.
2. Chemopreventive & Anticancer: This is a major area of research. The glucosinolate-derived compounds, particularly sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol, are well-studied for their chemopreventive properties. They modulate carcinogen metabolism (inducing Phase II detoxification enzymes), inhibit cancer cell proliferation, induce apoptosis (programmed cell death), and arrest the cell cycle in various in vitro and in vivo cancer models (e.g., breast, colon, prostate).
3. Cardioprotective: The extract contributes to cardiovascular health through multiple mechanisms. Its antioxidants prevent the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, a key step in atherosclerosis. It also promotes vasorelaxation, helps modulate blood pressure, and improves the lipid profile by reducing triglycerides and total cholesterol.
4. Hepatoprotective & Anti-obesity: Studies show protective effects against liver steatosis (fatty liver) and damage induced by high-fat diets or toxins. The extract reduces hepatic lipid accumulation, inflammation, and fibrosis. Its bioactive compounds also influence adipocyte metabolism, reducing fat accumulation and exhibiting potential benefits in managing obesity and metabolic syndrome.
5. Gastroprotective: The anthocyanins and other polyphenols have demonstrated a protective effect on the gastric mucosa, reducing the severity of ulcers induced by ethanol or stress. This is attributed to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions, which strengthen the mucosal barrier.
6. Anti-diabetic Potential: Red cabbage extract shows anti-hyperglycemic effects by inhibiting carbohydrate-digesting enzymes (α-amylase, α-glucosidase), thereby slowing glucose absorption. It also improves insulin sensitivity and protects pancreatic β-cells from oxidative damage.
7. Neuroprotective Potential: Emerging evidence suggests that its anthocyanins can cross the blood-brain barrier. They exert protective effects in models of neurodegeneration by reducing neuroinflammation, oxidative stress in neural tissues, and improving cognitive function.

Conclusion

Red cabbage extract is a powerful functional food ingredient with multifaceted pharmacological effects. Its activities, driven by the synergistic action of anthocyanins and glucosinolate derivatives, are particularly significant in cancer prevention, attenuation of chronic inflammation, and protection against metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. It represents a compelling example of food as medicine in preventive health strategies.

References

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Note: This summary is for informational purposes. It may interact with medications and is contraindicated in certain conditions. Consult a healthcare professional before therapeutic use, particularly regarding its estrogenic activity.