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ellagic acid

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el·lag·ic acid (-ljk)
n.
A yellow crystalline compound that is obtained from tannins and used as a hemostatic.
ellagic acid
Nutrition A phenol that inhibits nitrosamine-induced esophagus and lung CA Source Fruits. See Fruits & vegetables.


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Berries contain anthocyanins and ellagic acid, both cancer-fighting compounds.
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