L-arabinose

タイトルまたは説明

L- arabinose, also known as gum aldose, is a valeraldehyde glucose.In nature, l-arabinose rarely exists in the form of monosaccharide, but it is usually combined with other monosaccharides and exists in the form of heterosaccharide in gel, hemi-fibrin, pectinic acid, bacterial polysaccharide and some glycosides.It is highly stable to heat and acid. 
 
Molecular formula: C5H10O5
Molecular weight: 150.13
Properties: White crystalline powder. No smell. 
Specific gravity: 1.585
Melting point 154-158℃
Boiling point (℃) : 160℃
It is soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol, insoluble in ether, methanol and acetone.
 
Functions and effects of Arabinose

1. Inhibiting sucrose absorption, reducing fat accumulation, effectively
2. lowering blood sugar level
3. Promoting the growth of bifidobacteria and strengthening the body. 
4. Good effects on skeletal muscle composition
5. Protecting liver

Users for L-arabinose 

1. People for losing weight
2. Diabetics
3. Patient suffering from Constipation, indigestion
4. Regular alcohol drinkers
5. People with high blood sugar, high blood fat and hypertension

APPLIED FILDS:
 
1. Foods and health-care products
2. Drugs
3. An ideal intermediate for fragrance synthesis
4. An intermediate in drug synthesis;