Hesperidin

Figure 1. The chemical structure of Hesperidin.

Hesperidin is a flavanone found in citrus fruits. Hesperidin is abundantly found in the peel of citrus fruits, and possesses a variety of biological capabilities that include antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions. Hesperidin is often used as a dietary supplement (alone or in combination of other citrus bioflavonoids such as diosmin) to help with blood vessel conditions such as haemorrhoids, varicose veins, and poor blood circulation (venous stasis).

Some good sources of Hesperidin include:

• Lemon
• Mandarin orange
• Grapefruit
• Orange
• Pomelo
• Citron
• Key lime
• Clementine
• Kumquat
• Tangelo
• Yuzu
• Kaffir lime