Ursolic Acid

What is Ursolic Acid?

Ursolic acid is a pentacyclic triterpene acid, used in cosmetics, and some supplements. [1]

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Source(s) Derived From	Plant Sources Ursolic acid is present in many plants, including apples, basil, bilberries, cranberries, elder flower, peppermint, rosemary, lavender, oregano, thyme, hawthorn, and prunes. Apple peels contain large quantities of ursolic acid and related compounds. [1]
Natural or Artificial?	Natural
References	Ursolic acid - Wikipedia
Aliases (Also Known As)	None found

Action	User	Date/Time
Ingredient added	UPC Food Search	January 23, 2013 @ 8:51 PM